Mtu ni watu is a bi-weekly production where we discuss social justice, religion, humanity and culture. Mtu ni watu, is a Swahili proverb that means “a person is people”. The proverb is used to remind people the importance of teamwork. Individually, we are weak but together we are strong.

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Every normal human being struggles with all kinds of existential questions. Questions like, who am I, what is my purpose and what kind a future do I want for myself? Our identity is rooted in what and who we associate ourselves with. I identity is a very important aspect of our existence as human beings. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Identity

Every normal human being struggles with all kinds of existential questions. Questions like, who am I, what is my purpose and what kind a future do I want for myself? Our identity is rooted in what and who we associate ourselves with. I identity is a very important aspect of our existence as human beings.

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Setting boundaries is an important part of establishing one’s own identity. A boundary is a limit or space between you and the other person, it is a clear place where you begin, and the other person ends. Boundaries can be physical or emotional. Physical boundaries provide a barrier between you and an intruding force and is an important aspect of our mental health and well-being. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Setting Boundaries

Setting boundaries is an important part of establishing one’s own identity. A boundary is a limit or space between you and the other person, it is a clear place where you begin, and the other person ends. Boundaries can be physical or emotional. Physical boundaries provide a barrier between you and an intruding force and is an important aspect of our mental health and well-being.

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Equity and equality. We have all heard of this both terms. Most know they have something to do with fairness regardless of the differences within us. Most companies have embraced the idea of &#34;diversity, equity, and inclusion.&#34;. But what exactly do these terms mean for you and how are they different? Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Equity vs Equality

Equity and equality. We have all heard of this both terms. Most know they have something to do with fairness regardless of the differences within us. Most companies have embraced the idea of "diversity, equity, and inclusion.". But what exactly do these terms mean for you and how are they different?


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Equity vs. Equality

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Are beauty standards realistic? The answer to this question partially lies in the definition of the word “standards”, which in this instance refers to an idea or something used to measure, model or evaluate a norm. Anything is rated by standard in most cases are unrealistic.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Beauty Standards

Are beauty standards realistic? The answer to this question partially lies in the definition of the word "standards”, which in this instance refers to an idea an or something used to measure, model or evaluate a norm. Anything is rated by standard in most cases are unrealistic. 


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Are Beauty Standards Realistic?

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Procrastination is the act of delaying and postponing things. People procrastinate for various reasons, sometimes because they are afraid of failing at a task or something they need to accomplish. Procrastination can significantly interfere with our day-to-day life, if not well managed. Although many procrastinators understand their problem and have adapted ways to manage it, procrastination can cause stress, anxiety, depression and even attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It is therefore important to not allow yourself to spiral into the unhealthy procrastination cycle. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Procrastination

Procrastination is the act of delaying and postponing things. People procrastinate for various reasons, sometimes because they are afraid of failing at a task or something they need to accomplish. Procrastination can significantly interfere with our day-to-day life, if not well managed. Although many procrastinators understand their problem and have adapted ways to manage it, procrastination can cause stress, anxiety, depression and even attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. It is therefore important to not allow yourself to spiral into the unhealthy procrastination cycle.

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Genesis 2:24 - Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh. Marriage is the beginning of the family and is a life-long commitment.  Marriage is more than a physical union; it is also a spiritual and emotional union.Today so many marriages are failing for many reasons.  Marriage takes work, patience, and commitment. In this episode we get great advice and wisdom from two of the most influential people in our lives.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Success in Marriage

Genesis 2:24 - Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh. Marriage is the beginning of the family and is a life-long commitment.  Marriage is more than a physical union; it is also a spiritual and emotional union.

Today so many marriages are failing for many reasons.  Marriage takes work, patience, and commitment. In this episode we get great advice and wisdom from two of the most influential people in our lives. 


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Success In Marriage

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Mental health includes our overall emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Mental health is important at every stage of a human life. Mental health affects how we think, act, and feel. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health has historically been neglected, stigmatized, and hidden as a health need in most African countries. In this discussion we explore some mental health misconceptions among Africans and how these misconceptions have affected mental health awareness and education.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Mental Illness

Mental health includes our overall emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Mental health is important at every stage of a human life. Mental health affects how we think, act, and feel. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health has historically been neglected, stigmatized, and hidden as a health need in most African countries. In this discussion we explore some mental health misconceptions among Africans and how these misconceptions have affected mental health awareness and education.

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Mental Health African Pandemic

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Living under constant fear is a serious health problem, both emotional and physical health. In the world today there are millions who are living under constant fear of known and unknown things. Although fear is an instinct that all humans have, some types of fear are dangerous and can invite a host of unwanted health issues, like cardiovascular conditions, gastrointestinal issues and in serious situations accelerated ageing and early death. Join us as we discuss what fear is, where it may come from and ideas on how to deal with it. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Fear

Living under constant fear is a serious health problem, both emotional and physical health. In the world today there are millions who are living under constant fear of known and unknown things. Although fear is an instinct that all humans have, some types of fear are dangerous and can invite a host of unwanted health issues, like cardiovascular conditions, gastrointestinal issues and in serious situations accelerated ageing and early death. Join us as we discuss what fear is, where it may come from and ideas on how to deal with it.

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FEAR

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Has anyone called you: Weird, odd, strange, off, or different? How did that feel? Were your feeling hurt? Did you go home and reevaluated yourself and wondered if they were right or wrong? What would you rather be, normal or weird? In this episode we discuss the idea of normal and weird and if there is anything peculiar about the two concepts. Let us know what you think and let’s get the conversation going.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Normal or Weird

Has anyone called you: Weird, odd, strange, off, or different? How did that feel? Were your feeling hurt? Did you go home and reevaluated yourself and wondered if they were right or wrong? What would you rather be, normal or weird? In this episode we discuss the idea of normal and weird and if there is anything peculiar about the two concepts. Let us know what you think and let’s get the conversation going.

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Are you Normal or Weird?

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Many pre-teens, middle and high schoolers struggle with self-confidence. Confidence is a hard concept to understand. In most cases confidence can be confused with emotions. It is therefore important for parents to have discussions with their children about these issues and to help them understand the differences and the impact confidence can have in their lives. Confidence is believing in yourself and the ability to deal with life’s challenges as they come.   Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Confidence

Many pre-teens, middle and high schoolers struggle with self-confidence. Confidence is a hard concept to understand. In most cases confidence can be confused with emotions. It is therefore important for parents to have discussions with their children about these issues and to help them understand the differences and the impact confidence can have in their lives. Confidence is believing in yourself and the ability to deal with life’s challenges as they come.

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The basic definition of acceptance is the action and process of being received as adequate or suitable. The word adequate means, barely sufficient. Acceptance is a process and is something we choose and practice daily by acknowledging all the uncomfortable parts of yourself, like our everyday thoughts, our past and emotions. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Acceptance

The basic definition of acceptance is the action and process of being received as adequate or suitable. The word adequate means, barely sufficient. Acceptance is a process and is something we choose and practice daily by acknowledging all the uncomfortable parts of yourself, like our everyday thoughts, our past and emotions.

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The Benefits of Acceptance

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What is the difference between grace and mercy? These two fundamental concepts can be very difficult to understand and sometimes confusing. But mercy in simple words is withholding a punishment that is deserved, whereas grace encompasses not just withholding the punishment, but also giving a good thing that is not deserved. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Grace and Mercy

What is the difference between grace and mercy? These two fundamental concepts can be very difficult to understand and sometimes confusing. But mercy in simple words is withholding a punishment that is deserved, whereas grace encompasses not just withholding the punishment, but also giving a good thing that is not deserved.


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The Difference Between Grace and Mercy

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Color plays a very important role in the world in that we live in. Some colors can sway our thinking, cause emotional reactions and change how we act towards things and each other. Color can soothe eyes, raise blood pressure, suppress appetite and irritate us. Color is a powerful form of communication.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

The Effect Color

Color plays a very important role in the world in that we live in. Some colors can sway our thinking, cause emotional reactions and change how we act towards things and each other. Color can soothe eyes, raise blood pressure, suppress appetite and irritate us. Color is a powerful form of communication.

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The Effect of Color

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Majority of churches in America and the world today are going through a serious state of membership decline, people are leaving church in an alarming rate forcing some churches to close their doors. Is the church wandering in the desert instead of living its purpose? Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

What is the Church?

Majority of churches in America and the world today are going through a serious state of membership decline, people are leaving church in an alarming rate forcing some churches to close their doors. Is the church wandering in the desert instead of living its purpose?

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What Is The Church?

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As people our culture influences the way in which we see the world around us. It could be challenging and also rewarding crossing cultures. Sometimes, the hardest things in a new culture are those that you didn’t expect. But having an open mind, helps you have the best experiences in a new culture.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Crossing Cultures

As people our culture influences the way in which we see the world around us. It could be challenging and also rewarding crossing cultures. Sometimes, the hardest things in a new culture are those that you didn’t expect. But having an open mind, helps you have the best experiences in a new culture.

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Benefit Of Crossing Cultures

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Most immigrants became familiar with the United States through movies and television shows they watch in the native countries. Perception of America is heavily influenced by media, which tend to over exaggerate things and distort the actual reality of life in the United States. In this discussion we trying to understand, the impact of perception among African immigrants and how perception has affected their relationship with fellow black people in the United States. Historically black people have endured a lot and the aftermath of all of that is still evident today. Black on black crimes in the inner cities across America is just one of the many problems.  In Africa, civil wars are raging and have displaced millions of black people all over the world as refugees. Black people are still learning to accept one another and to unite as people.  Colonialism is to blame for some of these divisions and in fighting among black people. But how long are we going to blame colonialism? What can we do as black people to support each other? What is the problem with the black race? Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Black People

Most immigrants became familiar with the United States through movies and television shows they watch in the native countries. Perception of America is heavily influenced by media, which tend to over exaggerate things and distort the actual reality of life in the United States. In this discussion we trying to understand, the impact of perception among African immigrants and how perception has affected their relationship with fellow black people in the United States. Historically black people have endured a lot and the aftermath of all of that is still evident today. Black on black crimes in the inner cities across America is just one of the many problems.  In Africa, civil wars are raging and have displaced millions of black people all over the world as refugees. Black people are still learning to accept one another and to unite as people.  Colonialism is to blame for some of these divisions and in fighting among black people. But how long are we going to blame colonialism? What can we do as black people to support each other? What is the problem with the black race?

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Perception of An Immigrant About America

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Media has consistently portrayed Africa so negatively despite the many amazing things Africa has to offer. Africa is the second largest continent with a vast mind-blowing landscape. There are incredible beaches, wetlands, mountains and endless open savannahs. Africa has some of the oldest cultures and people whose ways of life has not changed for centuries. The beautiful wildlife places Africa in its own category in the world arena. Africa is amazing and should be represented as such.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Amazing Africa

Media has consistently portrayed Africa so negatively despite many amazing things Africa has to offer. Africa is second largest continent with a vast mind-blowing landscape. There are incredible beaches, wetlands, mountains and endless open savannahs. Africa has some of the oldest cultures and people whose ways of life has not changed for centuries. The beautiful wildlife places Africa in its category in the world arena. Africa is amazing and should be represented as such.

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What a rollercoaster 2020&#39;s was for the world at large. Despite the millions of lives lost from the pandemic, many people experienced and learned a lot about themselves and their families. In this discussion, I asked my kids about their experiences and what they learned in 2020. I was expecting mostly negative experiences but was surprised they had a lot of great things to talk about the year 2020. Maybe it is the right time for us parents to recap the year with our kids and help them face the new year 2021 with courage and hope and know that despite the pandemic the world is facing there is still hope for humanity.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

A recap of 2020

What a rollercoaster 2020's was for the world at large. Despite the millions of lives lost from the pandemic, many people experienced and learned a lot about themselves and their families. In this discussion, I asked my kids about their experiences and what they learned in 2020. I was expecting mostly negative experiences but was surprised they had a lot of great things to talk about the year 2020. Maybe it is the right time for us parents to recap the year with our kids and help them face the new year 2021 with courage and hope and know that despite the pandemic the world is facing there is still hope for humanity. 



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A Recap Of 2020

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Respect should be reciprocal, what you give is what you get? However, in some culture and households, it is one sided, adults assume they are the only people who deserve respect. In fact, they demand it. But the truth is, being respected helps us grow and teaches us how to be respectful toward others. Respect means that you accept somebody for who they are, even when they&#39;re different from you or you don&#39;t agree with them. Respect builds feelings of trust, safety, and wellbeing. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Respect

Respect should be reciprocal, what you give is what you get? However, in some culture and households, it is one sided, adults assume they are the only people who deserve respect. In fact, they demand it. But the truth is, being respected helps us grow and teaches us how to be respectful toward others. Respect means that you accept somebody for who they are, even when they're different from you or you don't agree with them. Respect builds feelings of trust, safety, and wellbeing.

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What is respect?

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In my opinion the best definition of &#34;faith&#34; is found in the book of, Hebrews 11: 1 &#34;Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.&#34; Although the bibles breaks it down to extend, faith is still one of the hardest concepts to understand in the Bible. Is faith wishful thinking or pretending something will happen without any evidence? In this show we discussing various issues when trying to understand Faith. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

What is Faith

In my opinion the best definition of "faith" is found in the book of, Hebrews 11: 1 "Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." Although the bibles breaks down the meaning of faith, it is the hardest concept for many people. I used to think faith was just wishful thinking or pretending something will without having any reliable evidence that it will indeed happen. In this podcast we are trying to understand why is faith so confusing and misinterpreted as hope or trust? Be blessed.

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What Is Faith

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Cultural sensitivity is being aware that cultural differences and similarities between people exist without assigning them a value – positive or negative, better or worse, right or wrong. It is being aware that people are not all the same and recognize that your culture is no better than any other culture.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Cultural Sensitivity

Cultural sensitivity is being aware that cultural differences and similarities between people exist without assigning them a value – positive or negative, better or worse, right or wrong. It is being aware that people are not all the same and recognize that your culture is no better than any other culture.

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Developing Cultural Sensitivity (Part two).

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Developing Cultural Sensitivity

Developing Cultural Sensitivity (Part One).

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Growing up in an African household as a girl is different and challenging. Girls are assigned chores and duties to prepare them for marriage in the future. Many African girls are restricted from freely socializing with other people in the community without the presence of a family member. Many girls feel they are forced to grow so fast and miss most of the their childhood growth stages. How do we change this so the African girls grow as children and not skip those important life stages? Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Growing up in an African household as a girl.

Growing up in an African household as a girl is different and challenging. Girls are assigned chores and duties to prepare them for marriage in the future. Many African girls are restricted from freely socializing with other people in the community without the presence of a family member. Many girls feel they are forced to grow so fast and miss most of the their childhood growth stages. How do we change this so the African girls grow as children and not skip those important life  stages?

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Growing Up in African Household As a Girl

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Parenting is hard, with or without a partner. But it is definitely much harder being a single parent. Human beings are resilient and can overcome all kinds of adversity and challenges life throws at them. In this episode we talk to our friend Julie who became a single parent after her husband passed away twelve years ago. She&#39;s raised six wonderful children by herself and in the middle of it adopted a daughter and also started a non-profit organization in the Congo. Learn more information about the organization Redeeming Love Ministries at rlmcongo.net Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

How Hard is Being a Single Parent?

Parenting is hard, with or without a partner. But it is definitely much harder being a single parent. Human beings are resilient and can overcome all kinds of adversity and challenges life throws at them. In this episode we talk to our friend Julie who became a single parent after her husband passed away twelve years ago. She's raised six wonderful children by herself and in the middle of it adopted a daughter and also started a non-profit  organization in the Congo. Learn more information about the organization Redeeming Love Ministries at rlmcongo.net

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Continuing the process of healing discussion part two. Inflammation is a necessary part of the physical healing process. What parallels can we make for our emotional and mental healing and how do we know the difference between helpful inflammation and harmful infection?  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

The Process of Healing

Continuing the process of healing discussion part two. Inflammation is a necessary part of the physical healing process. What parallels can we make for our emotional and mental healing and how do we know the difference between helpful inflammation and harmful infection?

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The Process of Healing (part two).

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There are so many perceptions about how to heal the physical body or wound, but when it comes to mental and emotional wounds that we don’t see, society and culture restrict us or sometimes control how the process of healing should work. We are told get over it or let it go and move on. But the real question here is, do we need the healing to move forward in life? Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Healing Process

There are so many perceptions about how to heal the physical body or wound, but when it comes to mental and emotional wounds that we don’t see, society and culture restrict us or sometimes control how the process of healing should work. We are told get over it or let it go and move on. By the real question here is, do we need the healing to move forward in life?

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The Process of Healing (Part One)

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It is impossible to with our children everywhere, it is therefore important to teach and train our children how to make good judgement while out there by themselves. Teach them about stranger danger, how to spot them and what do when a stranger approaches them. The Internet can be a great place for resources and learning tool for children. However, internet access can also be extremely dangerous place for children. It is therefore important to be aware of what your kids are accessing on the Internet, who they are talking to and what they share on the internet. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Child Safety

It is impossible to with our children everywhere, it is therefore important to teach and train our children how to make good judgement while out there by themselves. Teach them about stranger danger, how to spot them and what do when a stranger approaches them. The Internet can be a great place for resources and learning tool for children. However, internet access can also be extremely dangerous place for children. It is therefore important to be aware of what your kids are accessing on the Internet, who they are talking to and what they share on the internet.

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Life quality in the Netherlands is definitely better than, life in the United States. For example, health insurance is mandatory, but also there are many subsidies available for those with lower incomes. The minimum health coverage is around $350, whereas in the Netherlands, a minimum comprehensive health coverage is as little as $95 euros. Why is health insurance so much affordable in the Netherlands than it is here in the United States?  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Quality of Life in the Netherlands vs. United States

Life quality in the Netherlands is definitely better than, life in the United States. For example, health insurance is mandatory, but also there are many subsidies available for those with lower incomes. The minimum health coverage is around $350, whereas in the Netherlands, a minimum comprehensive health coverage is as little as $95 euros. Why is health insurance so much affordable in the Netherlands than it is here in the United States? 


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Quality of Life in The Netherlands vs. The U.S.A

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Why are relationships in the United States seems fake and superficial? Most people in America approach relationships like a business transaction, which can be stressful and dauting to a lot of people who are not familiar with the culture. Having a supportive network of family and friends is very important for our basic physiological, and social health. It is therefore important to invest into these relationships and not allow time to constrain us.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Kenya vs. America view on relationships

Why are relationships in the United States seems fake and superficial? Most people in America approach relationships like a business transaction, which can be stressful and dauting to a lot of people who are not familiar with the culture. Having a supportive network of family and friends is very important for our basic physiological, and social health. It is therefore important to invest into these relationships and not allow time to constrain us.

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Self-love is accepting yourself as you are and coming in terms with those aspects of yourself that you cannot really change. Self- love is having self-respect, a positive self-image, and unconditional self-acceptance.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Self-love

Self-love is accepting yourself as you are and coming in terms with those aspects of yourself that you cannot really change. Self- love is having self-respect, a positive self-image, and unconditional self-acceptance.

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Self-love is not selfish

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What does “I give you my life” mean? Do people use this phrase to misrepresent what they actually mean? In this podcast we are discussing the meaning of &#34;I give my life&#34; phrase in the Christian and social perspective.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

I give you my word.

What does “I give you my life” mean? Do people use this phrase to misrepresent what they actually mean? In this podcast we are discussing the meaning of "I give my life" phrase in the Christian and social perspective.

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I give you my life

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Passion is defined as any powerful or compelling emotions or feeling, as in love or hate. It is caring for something so deeply that you can’t escape from it. Passion can also be equated with life’s purpose, those things we want to pursue wholeheartedly. It is important as parents to help our children identify their passions. As they learn and grow, some of their interests and talents may change, but their passion will always remain with them whether they realize it or not. In this podcast I have discussion with my girls about their passion.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Helping Your Kids Find Their Passion

Passion is defined as any powerful or compelling emotions or feeling, as in love or hate. It is caring for something so deeply that you can’t escape from it. Passion can also be equated with life’s purpose, those things we want to pursue wholeheartedly. It is important as parents to help our children identify their passions. As they learn and grow, some of their interests and talents may change, but their passion will always remain with them whether they realize it or not. In this podcast I have discussion with my girls about their passion.

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Most schools in the United States are currently doing either remote learning or a hybrid system. The changes posses a special challenge for many immigrant families, especially those who are not fluent in English. In this podcast we highlight several challenges most immigrants are dealing with.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Imagine Online School in a Language You Don't Understand

Most schools in the United States are currently doing either remote learning or a hybrid  system. The changes have posed special challenge for many immigrant families, especially those who are not fluent in English. In this podcast we highlight several challenges most immigrants are dealing with.

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Psalm 27:3 - Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident. Self-worth is simply the level of importance you place on yourself. It is the emotional outlook that determines how and what you feel about yourself compared to other people. Self-worth is liberating and a very important attribute to pursue.   Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Your Worth

Psalm 27:3 - Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident. Self-worth is simply the level of importance you place on yourself. It is the emotional outlook that determines how and what you feel about yourself compared to other people. Self-worth is liberating and a very important attribute to pursue.

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What is your worth

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Unless your country participates in the visa waiver program with the United States, getting an immigration visa to the United States means you must submit a visa application a process that can take months or even a year, and often ends with a visa denial. In this episode I’m talking to David who went through the visa process and understands the ins and outs of the process and why people get denied the American visas.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Visa Process

Unless your country participates in the visa waiver program with the United States, getting an immigration visa to the United States means you must submit a visa application a process that can take months or even a year, and often ends with a visa denial. In this episode I’m talking to David who went through the visa process and understands the ins and outs of the process and why people get denied the American visas.

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American Visa Process

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Americans use idioms a lot in their everyday communication. It is imbedded in the culture that we don’t even realize when we use idioms in our conversation. Idioms are very hard, especially to those trying to learn English.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Idioms

Americans use idioms a lot in their everyday communication. It is imbedded in the culture that we don’t even realize when we use idioms in our conversation. Idioms are very hard, especially to those trying to learn English.

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Words Matter

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Many black women struggle with their hair, many have been discriminated against at work and in school because of how their hair look. Black hair is special and beautiful. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Black Hair

Many black women struggle with their hair, many have been discriminated against at work and in school because of how their hair look. Black hair is special and beautiful.

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Black Hair is Beautiful

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The last few weeks has been the most stressful for both parents and their children. Parents had to decide if the kids attend a virtual school or in-person school. Might seem like an easy decision, but hard at the same. How are your children dealing with the change?? This discussion might be helpful..  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Schooling in the Middle of a Pandemic

The last few weeks has been the most stressful for both parents and their children. Parents had to decide if the kids attend a virtual school or in-person school. Might seem like an easy decision, but hard at the same. How are your children dealing with the change?? This discussion might be helpful..

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How Kids are Dealing with online or In-person school during COVID19 Pandemic.

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The concept of a boyfriend or a girlfriend can be confusing and daunting to school aged kids. I wanted to know what my girls thought about the idea of friends, best friend and boy/girlfriend? Interesting discussion, please listen and enjoy. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

The concept of a boyfriend and girlfriend.

The concept of a boyfriend or a girlfriend can be confusing and daunting to school aged kids. I wanted to know what my girls thought about the idea of friends, best friend and boy/girlfriend? Interesting discussion, please listen and enjoy.

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The need to connect with each other as humans is rooted in our psychology and evolution. Humans thrive when they connect with each other through relationships. Why is it so hard making friends in America? In this discussion we explore reasons why it is challenging making friends in America, especially when you are an immigrant. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

The need to connect

The need to connect with each as humans is rooted in our psychology and evolution. Humans thrive when they connect with each other through relationships. Why is it so hard making friends in America? In this discussion we explore reasons why it is challenging making friends is America, especially when you are an immigrant.

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How do you a make friends in America?

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I had a fascinating discussion with my kids on various issues. One area that stood out was when I asked them what are some of the things they think they understand better than us parents? Listen to the discussion.  Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Your kids know more than you think.

I had a fascinating discussion with my kids on various issues. One area that stood out was when I asked them what are some of the things they think they understand better than us parents? Listen to the discussion. 


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Things your kids think you don't know.

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Proverbs 22:6 - Train up a child in the way he should go, Even when he is old he will not depart from it. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations'>https://redcircle.com/mtu-ni-watu-podcast/donations</a>

Be Kind

MTU NI WATU, a bi-weekly production where we discuss social justice, religion, humanity and culture. Mtu ni watu, is a Swahili proverb that means “a person is people”. The proverb is used to remind people the importance of teamwork. Individually, we are weak but together we are strong.

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Kindness and Christmas Talk with my kids