Natalie Githinji’s Endometriosis Warriors event filled KICC with music, support and conversation. But for people living with endometriosis, the challenges continue long after the crowd goes home. We look at the myths, diagnosis delays and why severe period pain should not be dismissed.
You've taken the leave, switched off, maybe even gone away for a week, and you still feel exactly the same. That's often the moment people start wondering if it's actually depression. Here's the clearest test: does rest actually help, and what to do next either way.
The bad news is that the average man pays less attention to his health than the average woman. The good news is that men can be healthy by taking control of their lifestyle.
Raising Awareness for Men: Breaking the Silence
In recent years, the discussion around mental wellbeing has gained significant traction. However, one crucial demographic often remains...
Some people walk into rooms and simply exist, as if that alone is enough. They don’t rehearse their worth. They don’t negotiate their presence. They just sit there, fully convinced they belong.
But some of us, every opportunity feels like a test. Every relationship feels like an assignment. And somewhere in the back of our minds, there’s always that question: “Did I actually earn this, or did I just slip through by mistake?”
Because growing up, worth wasn’t something you had, it was something you proved. Over and over again. Preferably with results. Good ones.
So now, even in rooms we fought to enter, we hesitate. Not because we don’t belong, but because no one ever taught us that belonging didn’t need to be earned in the first place.
Natalie Githinji’s Endometriosis Warriors event filled KICC with music, support and conversation. But for people living with endometriosis, the challenges continue long after the crowd goes home. We look at the myths, diagnosis delays and why severe period pain should not be dismissed.
Starting over can feel like losing everything, but you are not beginning with nothing. Through relationships, careers and life transitions, this reflection explores why familiar discomfort can feel safer than change, and why beginning again may be an act of courage.
Not sure whether you need a counsellor, psychologist, psychotherapist or psychiatrist? This Kenya focused guide explains the differences, what each professional may help with, and how to choose the right starting point.
Choosing a therapist should be more than picking the first name you see online. This Kenya-focused guide explains credentials, expertise, therapeutic fit, cost and the questions to ask before booking.
Starting therapy should feel clearer, not more complicated. Explore Convo's therapist directory, understand costs, and learn what to check when booking for yourself or your child, in Kenya or from abroad.
Not sure whether you are experiencing normal stress or need professional support? Here are 12 signs it may be time to speak with a counsellor, plus practical guidance on finding the right support.
Faith and community leaders are often among the first people approached during crisis. Learn how Psychological First Aid can help them listen, respond safely, respect boundaries and connect people with professional mental health support.
When a colleague is seriously distressed, knowing what to say and what not to do matters. Learn how Psychological First Aid can help Kenyan workplaces respond with compassion, boundaries and clear pathways to professional support.
Deciding to look for help with depression is often the hardest part. Once you've reached that decision, the practical questions start: how does this actually work, what happens in a session, is it really confidential, can I afford it? Here's what to expect, step by step, from booking to your first session.