Kenyan lifestyle publication covering relationships, culture, wellness, travel, careers, business and personal development.
Hey Empress, Raise your fabulous hand if you’re feeling overwhelmed and stressed…(we are). Overwhelm and burnout are very real. Women especially are often expected by society (yes even in 2022) to give and give until there isn’t anything…
The new year is coming soon, and we plan to set our goals for the new year of our lives. Living a productive life is only a cup of tea for some, especially if you are on the path to improvement. There isn’t a better feeling than crossing…
Electrical problems can range from minor issues to serious hazards, and it is important to be aware of the signs of potential problems so that you can address them before they become worse. Life can get so busy leading you to ignore or…
Most of us may have heard about the Kama Sutra but we may not exactly be sure what it is about. Growing up in a time when talking about sex was taboo even thinking of discussing what Kama Sutra was or the sex positions would have been…
We don’t always get all the nutrients we need from our diet. This is where supplements come in. Certain nutrients have properties with great potential to support mental health and well-being. As beneficial as supplements may be, it’s best…
Condoms really are the best. They are affordable and convenient, not to mention a great form of birth control and protection from sexually transmitted infections. As easy as they are to use, mistakes can still be made. Here are the most…
There is no one-size-fits-all formula for success in entrepreneurship, as every business is different and faces its own unique challenges. However, there are some common secrets of success and pitfalls to watch out for that can help you…
Going into business with friends or family can be a great way to leverage each other’s strengths and build a successful enterprise together. However, it’s important to have a clear understanding of each person’s roles, responsibilities,…
Mindfulness is the practice of bringing your attention to the present moment and becoming more aware of your thoughts, feelings, and surroundings. It can be a helpful tool for reducing stress, improving mental clarity, and enhancing…
YearCompass is a goal-setting and reflection tool that helps you set intentions and reflect on the past year. According to Yearcompass, “YearCompass is a free booklet that helps you reflect on the year and plan the next one. With a set of…
You meet and fall in love. Sometimes it works out but sometimes it doesn’t. Sometimes love shows you proper character development. It may make you leave your relationship or your marriage or it may make you do things differently in your…
There are so many great stories on Potentash. Here is a roundup of the fiction stories of the last 2 months. When Betty first laid her eyes on Andrew she knew instantly that she’d met ‘the man’. At the time Andrew was subtly charming, the…
In the 1990s there was a song by Salt N Pepa – Let’s Talk About Sex (The Original). It was quite a scandalous song at the time because we were not supposed to be talking about sex. Well, it is 2022 and people are still struggling to have…
When you are broke you see life in a whole new different way. Things can get really hard and you really struggle to get things done. Sometimes the brokenness is only for a few days or weeks but sometimes you just seem to have years upon…
When you are single you can go through many different experiences in relationships. You can go from being single to being in a relationship and then get married. Or you could get character developed along the way either when you are dating…
Short stories have a special place in an avid reader’s heart. They take you to a world where you experience unique life experiences. Some of the experiences make you empathize, others make you angry, and others make you think a lot about…
Family secrets are hard to come to terms with when they are finally let out. When a father has been reasonably perfect, making you people feel special and the only family he has, you would believe him. But then one day, you realize that he…
As the world is observing the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence, the movement aims to end the violence perpetrated on individuals based on gender. Gender-based violence comes in many forms that are worth knowing about. Some…
A man went on social media to air his frustrations after his wife went behind his back and got pregnant without telling him. According to the details provided on Twitter, he and his wife had planned to wait for two years before having…
Relationships are such an underestimated place for self-discovery because we are often lost in love that we don’t notice when we are losing ourselves. Chris and I were high school lovers. We had our fair share of love letters soaked in…
It’s been seven months since Larry left, but the sting in my heart still feels like it was just this morning. Larry was Shan’s boyfriend and Shan was my former best friend. They had dated for over a year before we got together and our…
Friendships make life enjoyable, offer support, and encourage improvement. When you have enjoyable moments from activities you do with friends, your circle of friends works. However, apart from having good times, trust and respect are…
As Remi was parking the last boxes into the van, the unexpected happened. His supervisor showed up. Not really, he had been seated at a strategic place witnessing the whole theft process taking place. The supervisor had been patient enough…
Have you ever seen a person handling their child so well that you cannot help but categorize them as unique in a good way? They are patient and pay as much attention as they can even when a toddler’s tantrums go overboard. You have…
