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Eve Waruingi

Is marriage still the goal, or just one path among many?

By Eve Waruingi   2025-10-04 08:56:30

Once seen as a natural milestone and the ultimate marker of adulthood, marriage today sits under a different kind of light. Is marriage still a dream, or has it become a quiet compromise?

Turn desire into a force for good

By Eve Waruingi   2025-10-07 09:43:41

We rarely admit it openly, but desire is one of the strongest forces in our lives. It slips in quietly and reminds us that beneath every polished exterior, there is a pulse we cannot quite ignore

Is the 'pick me' label empowering women or shaming them?

By Eve Waruingi   2025-10-08 09:41:11

‘Pick me’ may be just two little words, but they carry centuries of tension between tradition and autonomy and the idea of women defining themselves versus being defined by others

Supporting a loved one facing terminal illness

By Eve Waruingi   2025-10-16 08:48:36

There is no perfect way to prepare for the news that someone you love is terminally ill. Even when it comes after months of tests or uncertainty, it still changes everything

Keyboard warriors: Pride and pitfalls of online trolling

By Eve Waruingi   2025-10-29 10:02:22

Kenyans are known and feared for their sharp wit and savage comebacks online. But as the jokes fly, one question remains: is it pride or plain cruelty?

Learn the art of saying no

By Eve Waruingi   2025-11-04 13:26:04

Saying no is not selfish. In its own way, it is an act of radical self-respect

When a mother wounds: Reclaiming your identity

By Eve Waruingi   2025-12-09 09:04:06

Healing starts with recognising the trauma, learning to set healthy boundaries and choosing forgiveness, not to excuse past harm, but to free oneself from it

What does the colour purple profile picture really mean?

By Eve Waruingi   2025-12-10 09:14:54

The purple square may seem like just a digital fad. But for many women, it has become a marker of an uncomfortable truth: the vigilance woven into everyday life is not unique to one country

Hidden cost of chasing the 'perfect body'

By Eve Waruingi   2025-12-13 10:05:22

Social media is flooded with images of glowing transformations and promises of instant confidence. But behind these photos lies a reality filled with pain and unspoken regret

Why setting boundaries this festive season matters

By Eve Waruingi   2025-12-20 09:56:22

December brings celebration and connection, but also pressure from endless invites, expectations, and emotional demands. Amid the festive cheer, it’s easy to forget to protect your own peace