Category: Her Musings

It's only a few days into 2025, but already social media platforms are flooded with posts about New Year's resolutions, vision boards, and goals for the year ahead. A lot of these resolutions are usually focused on self-improvement and personal growth. This "new year, new me" mantra is now a cultural phenomenon, putting pressure on… Continue reading New year, new me? Navigating the Pressure to Reinvent Ourselves

We spend so much time pursuing external markers of success—such as educational qualifications, wealth, what to wear and worrying about how others perceive us—that we often forget to focus on the important things in life like relationships, personal growth and overall well-being. While those external markers are important, a healthy balance is essential for a… Continue reading All is vanity, a chasing after the wind….

I was strolling along First Street, Harare CBD the other day and I couldn't help but be overcome by a sudden surge of nostalgia. I recall being woken up early on Saturday mornings by my mother when I was about 7 or 8 years old to get ready to go to town. We would then… Continue reading Nostalgia

Lately, I've been intentionally learning to extend grace to myself in every situation I encounter. It’s so easy to be ensnared in the relentless pursuit of perfection and the appearance of constant productivity that we forget to slow down, enjoy the moment, and embrace our humanity. I am recognizing the significance of adopting a more… Continue reading Giving myself grace