Through solution-oriented discussion forums; Fatuma’s Voice employs the power of artistic tools, intellectual discourse, and cultural devices, to creatively reaffirm community members about the significance of their amplified voice, and motivate engagement in communal, national and continental progression.
Through solution-oriented discussion forums; Fatuma’s Voice employs the power of intellectual discourse, to creatively reaffirm community members about the significance of their amplified voice…
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How has your Mental Health been Affected by the COVID-19 pandemic?
Kare Ngugi
My mental health wasn't perfect before Covid. But I was feeling pretty great about how I was progressing. And then I lost my job. For context, I worked remotely for a Global gym app so I actually kind of new the world was about to turn around completely. I'd get these emails from Asia asking for refRead more
My mental health wasn’t perfect before Covid. But I was feeling pretty great about how I was progressing. And then I lost my job. For context, I worked remotely for a Global gym app so I actually kind of new the world was about to turn around completely. I’d get these emails from Asia asking for refunds cause gyms have closed down etc and then we had over 20K emails by March and then of course… shit hit the fan. So no Job. Couldn’t pay rent. It was taking me back to a place of dependency. I’d worked so hard to finally be independent and here I was, having to depend on my family again.
Pretty soon I started going back to old habits. I’d be drunk all the time because I hated my reality. My anxiety was over the roof because of the drinking. My new living situation with my sister was fragile because she’s 8 years older than me and also very religious. Not to mention the constant fear that I’ll get sick, I could and not even afford healthcare. Or make my loved ones sick too.
This is my main concern though, if me, an ordinary person is being affected this way, what about doctors and nurses? You can mute Covid on social media and that’ll make you relax but it’s their job everyday. I’ve read of a doctor who killed herself because she just couldn’t handle it anymore. And a nurse who lost it in the ER and had to be held down. There are so many stories out there that are just so heartbreaking it makes you want to give up.
But I think there’s also resilience. So many people have died. So many doctors, too. We should feel lucky to still be here because we are. If you have a bad day, just breathe. Get through that day. And the next. Somehow, we’re all experiencing some trauma, but I’m taking comfort in the fact that I’m not the only one.
I must continue living.
See lessTigray’s humanitarian crisis
Kare Ngugi
I totally agree. It's especially disheartening to watch politicians advocating for peace and change like in the case of Bobi Wine are facing hostility and threats on a daily basis. And the thousands of refugees fleeing to Sudan as their nobel peace prize winning PM continues shelling them. You haveRead more
I totally agree. It’s especially disheartening to watch politicians advocating for peace and change like in the case of Bobi Wine are facing hostility and threats on a daily basis. And the thousands of refugees fleeing to Sudan as their nobel peace prize winning PM continues shelling them. You have to wonder when all of Africa will have enough mediocre leaders and stand up for their rights. Including us, Kenyans.
See lessWhat quote have you ever read that completely changed how you view things?
Kare Ngugi
Wow. I can see why.
Wow. I can see why.
See lessWhy do we tolerate extrajudicial killings when it’s ‘criminals’
Kare Ngugi
I completely understand that people want such people 'removed' from their communities. And they will accept that whether the person is dead or alive. I would do that too if I was in their shoes. But I have to question how many actual innocent lives are lost in this. I saw a BBC documentary noting thRead more
I completely understand that people want such people ‘removed’ from their communities. And they will accept that whether the person is dead or alive. I would do that too if I was in their shoes. But I have to question how many actual innocent lives are lost in this. I saw a BBC documentary noting that 15-18yr olds are also getting killed through association. Rogue cops will kill you just because you know something that they don’t want known. I just hope at some point cops follow procedure and charge such people because that’s the law. Killing people point blank however, isn’t.
See lessWhat’s one aspect of being a Kenyan are you proud of?
Kare Ngugi
This is a tough question. Especially one that's asked when there's the BBI non-sense and our doctors dying on a daily basis because they lack PPE etc. The thing that makes me a little less mad is seeing brilliant Kenyans being appreciated on a global scale for their skills, like Larry Madowo and ElsRead more
This is a tough question. Especially one that’s asked when there’s the BBI non-sense and our doctors dying on a daily basis because they lack PPE etc. The thing that makes me a little less mad is seeing brilliant Kenyans being appreciated on a global scale for their skills, like Larry Madowo and Elsa Majimbo. I love when Kenyans achieve things because truth be told there are so many brilliant Kenyans out there but also so many barriers to overcome that are built for them to fail. So the few that actually ‘beat’ the system gives me some hope? I like knowing that even if my country doesn’t give me opportunities, I can’t give up. Because what if Larry and Elsa did?
See lessDoes depression affect “Old Souls” the most?
Kare Ngugi
I think it has something to do with 'old souls' ability to comprehend profound things in life, their venturing of otherwise disturbing or intricate aspects of humanity. Such experiences are bound to harm your mental state in future as you grow and see how cruel and sad our world really is.
I think it has something to do with ‘old souls’ ability to comprehend profound things in life, their venturing of otherwise disturbing or intricate aspects of humanity. Such experiences are bound to harm your mental state in future as you grow and see how cruel and sad our world really is.
See lessFilm of the year.
Kare Ngugi
The Devil All The Time. I was very impressed by Tom Holland's character! For a British man he played Arvin flawlessly. I think that's the best role I've ever seen him embody. That and the fact that it was hauntingly beautiful, especially the narration.
The Devil All The Time. I was very impressed by Tom Holland’s character! For a British man he played Arvin flawlessly. I think that’s the best role I’ve ever seen him embody. That and the fact that it was hauntingly beautiful, especially the narration.
See lessLGBTQ Rights in Kenya and Globally: Why is it hard to let queer people live in peace and love?
Kare Ngugi
I believe religion plays a huge part in this. Statistically, most stigma is experienced in extremely religious cultures. They're viewed as 'abominations' more than they are human. This conversation is not had enough, in fact, try bringing it up in any situation and see how uncomfortable people get.Read more
I believe religion plays a huge part in this. Statistically, most stigma is experienced in extremely religious cultures. They’re viewed as ‘abominations’ more than they are human. This conversation is not had enough, in fact, try bringing it up in any situation and see how uncomfortable people get. I think nobody wants to be held accountable so avoiding the subject has become the norm. We should let people live life by their own terms. Freedom to choose is a democratic right, after all.
See lessFormative Growth
Kare Ngugi
I think I was about two. I was obsessed with 'Kamisi' and kept asking my dad to buy me one. He never did.
I think I was about two. I was obsessed with ‘Kamisi’ and kept asking my dad to buy me one. He never did.
See lessFormative Growth
Kare Ngugi
I think I was about two. I was obsessed with 'kamisi' because my older sisters had one and kept asking my dad to buy me one. I never got one.
I think I was about two. I was obsessed with ‘kamisi’ because my older sisters had one and kept asking my dad to buy me one. I never got one.
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