Kenyan lifestyle publication covering relationships, culture, wellness, travel, careers, business and personal development.
Some days you just want to chill and read a story that makes you laugh or reflect on human nature. The team at Potentash do a lot of creative writing (in case you didn’t know) so we have some great short stories. But let’s start with some…
If you can remember from your Aquatic Chemistry, acids and alkalines are chemical species measured as per the level of hydrogen ions. Alkalinity means that something has a pH higher than 7. Now foods contain certain levels of pH, and you…
A toxic relationship is one in which two people do not communicate or relate to each other in healthy ways and where conflict easily arises. Siblings, because of a combination of factors, most commonly their parents’ parenting style, can…
It’s easy to lose sight of your goals during the holiday season. With so much free time, we fill up these spaces with activities that more often than not cost money. We spend time shopping, eating out, and indulging in other forms of…
Co-parenting whether with a current or former romantic partner is guaranteed to have stress points. Stress points can result in fighting or arguing in front of your children. A significant part of the population never saw their parents…
Over the last few years, vaping has become popular among young people. In Kenya, the ban on public smoking of shisha has perhaps led to an increase in vaping in urban areas. Vaping is the act of inhaling vapour produced in an…
Female friendship elicits different emotions in two groups. You’ve probably heard some women state that they prefer friendships with men because they come with less drama and complications. On the other side of the divide, some women swear…
Smoothies are just a fantastic and refreshing beverage. Not only are they really easy to make, but they also allow you to combine some of your favourite ingredients and then blend them into a delicious drink. Below are five easy and…
I used to have quite the reputation for being the party girl and dating all kinds of men. Regardless, I had never experimented with any drugs and vowed to never do it after one of my close friends died from an overdose. In fact, I hated…
For better or worse, dating and sexual attraction between teenagers is natural, even expected if not dreaded with equal measure. There is a common assumption that teenage dating is just a childish phase that will soon pass, unless they’re…
Part of ableism manifests in the way in which disabilities and the resultant exclusion are rarely acknowledged much less discussed with a view to remedying the situation. Talking to children about disability is important. It broadens their…
We all know people who seem always to attract dramatic partners, or you’re probably that person. It appears as though they keep the dating person just in different body forms. It’s no coincidence or bad luck; there’s a reason behind it.…
We live in the age of social media and many of us value our online presence. So, imagine creating an account on Instagram for either pleasure or business and then it gets deleted or banned. All that time, and sometimes money, you’ve…
Tripe, locally referred to as matumbo, is one of those foods that stir up mixed feelings. One group has strong feelings against it, while it’s a favourite of the other group. Well, emotions aside, tripe has several nutritional values to…
Tamarind also known as Mkwaju In Kenya or Imli is the product of a hardwood tree native to Africa and also found in India, Pakistan, and other tropical regions. The tree produces bean-like pods filled with seeds surrounded by a fibrous…
Every parent wants their children to get along at the very least and be the best of friends at best. If you have made a number of trips around the sun though, you know that this is not always the case. The most common outcome is siblings…
How to Stop Overthinking: Signs, Causes, and Ways to Cope Have you ever caught yourself in a rut where something is constantly bothering your mind and you are unable to establish a solution or answer? We have probably all been there. Many…
A worry journal also called an anxiety journal is just what you guessed. It’s a place where you write down all your worries. One would think writing anxieties down intensifies them when really, it’s the opposite that happens. When used…
Upholstery refers to the materials used to stuff and cover seats, couches, chairs, and most furniture. One of the ways to bring a new lease of life to old furniture is by redoing the upholstery. Redoing the upholstery upgrades the…
While it may not seem like that, emotions mean a lot to us. They influence our decisions, perceptions, ideas, thoughts, and even experiences. Many of us are not vulnerable enough to admit it but the truth is emotions, both positive and…
There’s something exciting and refreshing about manual/physical exfoliation. When you scrub your face and manually dislodge dirt and stripping away surface cells with textured bits and grainy particles. It feels really good, doesn’t it?…
Do you ever find yourself in situations where you eat, because some feelings have overcome you and you feel that eating will help to deal with them? These feelings could range from sadness, heartbreak, anger, financial worries, or even…
Pineapple peels are one of the main ingredients in pineapple tea and they come packed with lots of healthy nutrients. However, most people throw away pineapple peels not knowing how awesome they are. Pineapple tea is a way to switch things…
The butterfly effect states that the flap of a butterfly’s wings might ultimately cause a tornado. In short, it is the idea that small things can have non-linear impacts on a complex system. The smallest occurrences can lead to the biggest…
