By John Kariuki
Dr. Ekrah Ndungu the Kenya National Association of Private Colleges opens the year with a powerful message: your self-esteem and self-confidence are more important than any skill or qualification you possess. She urges everyone to protect their self-worth fiercely, love themselves unapologetically, and take time to look in the mirror with gratitude for how wonderfully made they are.
Drawing from her experiences as a mentor and speaker, Dr. Ndungu reflects on the struggles faced by many individuals trapped in toxic environments, whether at work, home, marriage, or abusive relationships. In her journey, she has encountered countless broken adults navigating life after divorces, heartbreaks, manipulative business relationships, controlling workplaces, and exploitative religious settings. Such experiences often leave survivors battling damaged self-esteem, self-blame, and lingering feelings of betrayal.
Healing from toxic relationships requires intentional steps. Dr. Ndungu emphasizes the need to block or limit contact with toxic individuals if engaging with them continues to harm your emotional well-being. She stresses the importance of creating closure for yourself without seeking it from the very people who caused the harm. Forgiving yourself for staying too long or ignoring red flags is crucial to moving forward, as is setting boundaries to safeguard your peace.
Seeking professional help, Dr. Ndungu believes, is a sign of strength, not weakness. Counseling or therapy can provide the tools needed to navigate the healing process. Reconnecting with your soul, practicing self-care, and allowing yourself to grieve are part of the journey toward rediscovering your worth. Surrounding yourself with people who value and uplift you helps to rebuild confidence and keeps toxic influences at bay.
Dr. Ndungu underscores the chaos toxicity brings to one’s life, leading to constant distractions, missed opportunities, and unending pressure. She urges everyone to prioritize a life of peace and calmness, free from the burdens of toxicity. When you embrace a life without toxic influences, you create space for growth, happiness, and productivity.
Her message is clear: let 2025 be the year you reclaim your self-esteem, build your mountain of peace, and walk away from anything or anyone that threatens your mental and emotional well-being. She closes with a note of encouragement to enjoy the year ahead and thrive in self-love and empowerment.
Dr. Ekrah Ndungu opens the year with a powerful message: your self-esteem and self-confidence are more important than any skill or qualification you possess. She urges everyone to protect their self-worth fiercely, love themselves unapologetically, and take time to look in the mirror with gratitude for how wonderfully made they are.
Drawing from her experiences as a mentor and speaker, Dr. Ndungu reflects on the struggles faced by many individuals trapped in toxic environments, whether at work, home, marriage, or abusive relationships. In her journey, she has encountered countless broken adults navigating life after divorces, heartbreaks, manipulative business relationships, controlling workplaces, and exploitative religious settings. Such experiences often leave survivors battling damaged self-esteem, self-blame, and lingering feelings of betrayal.
Healing from toxic relationships requires intentional steps. Dr. Ndungu emphasizes the need to block or limit contact with toxic individuals if engaging with them continues to harm your emotional well-being. She stresses the importance of creating closure for yourself without seeking it from the very people who caused the harm. Forgiving yourself for staying too long or ignoring red flags is crucial to moving forward, as is setting boundaries to safeguard your peace.
Seeking professional help, Dr. Ndungu believes, is a sign of strength, not weakness. Counseling or therapy can provide the tools needed to navigate the healing process. Reconnecting with your soul, practicing self-care, and allowing yourself to grieve are part of the journey toward rediscovering your worth. Surrounding yourself with people who value and uplift you helps to rebuild confidence and keeps toxic influences at bay.
Dr. Ndungu underscores the chaos toxicity brings to one’s life, leading to constant distractions, missed opportunities, and unending pressure. She urges everyone to prioritize a life of peace and calmness, free from the burdens of toxicity. When you embrace a life without toxic influences, you create space for growth, happiness, and productivity.
Her message is clear: let 2025 be the year you reclaim your self-esteem, build your mountain of peace, and walk away from anything or anyone that threatens your mental and emotional well-being. She closes with a note of encouragement to enjoy the year ahead and thrive in self-love and empowerment.
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