Writing my way through life, one story at a time. Where storytelling meets advocacy.
Christmas means many things to different people. Although it is widely accepted that Jesus Christ was not born on the 25th of December, it is still an important holiday in the Christian calendar. One that symbolises the birth of the Messiah, who came to redeem the sins of the people. In most cases, it is… Continue reading When Christmas was simple
As the year draws to a close, the infamous year end fatigue kicks in. The weight of chasing deadlines, making decisions and implementing them now feels heavy. Waking up in the morning suddenly seems harder, days are unbearably long and the high temperatures don't help either. Still, in all that weariness, so much still demands… Continue reading Finishing Strong
“You can’t go on all the time being whatever’s necessary. You’ve got to have some conviction…" - Tsitsi Dangarembga From the day you are born, there’s an unspoken expectation to fit in. To behave a certain way. To dream within acceptable limits. To speak only what is deemed polite. Society rewards those who blend in.… Continue reading Authenticity in a World that Demands Conformity: Embracing Your True Colours
The post discusses the societal shame surrounding menstruation, highlighting the need for open conversation about periods. It reflects on personal experiences of secrecy and embarrassment during adolescence, advocating for the removal of stigma. Emphasizing the importance of discussing menstruation for menstrual equity, it calls for changing perceptions to embrace this natural biological process.
Death is not justice. This reflection explores how survivors carry grief when perpetrators escape accountability and the courage it takes to heal beyond loss.
Megan Sekenhamo 