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.
Career, Finance & Relationship Coach | Certified Alignment Coach
Helping young people align their career, money, and relationships for a healthier, happier life.
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In a bold effort to make mental health care accessible to all, Convo Africa is bringing free support, counselling, and education to Kiamwenja Market through its grassroots campaign Healing Is Possible. Happening this May, the outreach targets stigma, raises awareness, and reminds Kenyans that mental wellness is within reach.
Emotions play a crucial role in shaping our interactions with ourselves and others. However, managing emotions can be challenging, especially without the right tools. This article explores personal experiences with emotional pain, the importance of emotional awareness, and practical strategies for emotional regulation through mindfulness and cognitive approaches.
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.
In a bold effort to make mental health care accessible to all, Convo Africa is bringing free support, counselling, and education to Kiamwenja Market through its grassroots campaign Healing Is Possible. Happening this May, the outreach targets stigma, raises awareness, and reminds Kenyans that mental wellness is within reach.
Emotions play a crucial role in shaping our interactions with ourselves and others. However, managing emotions can be challenging, especially without the right tools. This article explores personal experiences with emotional pain, the importance of emotional awareness, and practical strategies for emotional regulation through mindfulness and cognitive approaches.
