This Beautiful Messy Life (TBML)

Hi beautiful people long time no episode! I missed you guys so much! Welcome back ❤️💋🌸

I n today’s episode, we talk about letting go. Letting go not as a one-time act, but as an art—something that requires practice, surrender, and acceptance.

From everyday moments like dealing with traffic delays, to the bigger things like releasing friendships or relationships that have run their course, this episode reflects on how we cling to control and how FREEING it can be to loosen our grip.

Some of the aspects of letting go that we touch on:

• Acceptance: starting from where you are without shame or guilt.

• Control vs. the now: recognizing how little we actually control, and choosing peace in the present.

• Fear & scarcity vs. abundance: moving from “what if it all goes wrong?” to “what if it works out beautifully?”

• Changing your reaction: shifting from fear-based responses to ones rooted in hope, abundance, and gratitude.

• Delegation as letting go: seeing collaboration not as losing control, but as creating space and sharing growth.

Hello beautiful people! This week, I hit record before I let overthinking stop me (again). We’re diving into one of those topics that lives in the shadows: imposter syndrome. That sneaky little thief that creeps in, whispers you’re not enough, and convinces you to shrink even when you’re more than ready to show up.

In this episode, I unpack how imposter syndrome shows up in my own life—from hesitating to ask for compensation to avoiding leadership roles, even when I know I’m qualified. I share where it might come from and how it’s deeply connected to the subconscious mind—the place where old beliefs live rent-free, replaying outdated scripts.

We talk about:

• ​The clinical definition of imposter syndrome vs. how it actually feels in real life

• How it shows up in everyday moments

• The role of the subconscious mind in keeping us stuck in fear-based loops

• Why imposter syndrome often comes from our past selves—and how to invite your adult self to take the lead

• Real ways to begin rewiring your thoughts, curbing negative self-talk, and building self-trust through repetition, reflection, and kindness

This isn’t a one-episode fix. But it’s a start. A beginning of learning to hear that voice, name it, and decide it doesn’t get to run the show anymore.

In honour of Women’s History Month, this episode is a love letter — to the women we’ve been, the ones we’re becoming, and every version in between.

I’m reflecting on what womanhood has meant to me: the gender roles we were handed, the softness we’re reclaiming, the confidence we’re waking up to.

From unlearning silence to celebrating female friendships, this is an honest and tender conversation about growing, healing, and taking up space — unapologetically. 💃🏾💃🏾

“If my 2023 self was a meme, what would it be?”

That’s where we begin — with laughs, chaos, and meme-worthy energy. But this interview, led by my longtime friend Sarah, quickly moves into something more intimate.

We finally get into the questions I’ve been meaning to get to in later episodes—the ones I kept saying “I’ll talk about later.”

We unpack friendship breakups, guilt, therapy, the loudness of the inner critic, and how I slowly found my voice again after a toxic living situation abroad.

From redefining self-care to choosing softness, from the joy (and practicality!) of shaving my head to unlearning the “mom friend” habit — this is one of the most honest conversations I’ve ever had on the podcast.

It’s vulnerable, messy, funny, and beautifully human.

And now it’s yours too.

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You think opening a bank account is as simple as walking in, handing over your ID, and walking out with an account? LOL, think again. 😂

From almost proposing to a bank employee (purely out of gratitude for speaking English) to realizing my passport doesn’t open as many doors as I thought, this episode dives into Culture Shock: Kenya vs. Germany. What are the differences?

Listen in and share your thoughts. I love hearing from you guys!

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Until next time, bye hunnies! 💋

You ever catch yourself doomscrolling for “just 5 minutes” and suddenly it’s been 2 hours, you haven’t moved, and now you’re questioning if you’re even a serious person? Yeah… same.

In this episode, I’m unpacking my complicated relationship with productivity — shaped by growing up in a house where looking busy was survival mode, and now trying (and struggling) to embrace rest without spiraling into guilt.

I’m breaking down my three non-negotiables — the small, grounding rituals I’m committing to every day — and how every time I try to build a new habit, I end up exposing the patterns I’ve been avoiding. It’s a self-drag session, but with love.

But beyond the routines, this is really about learning how every season of life demands a different version of you. The habits, pace, and mindset that worked when life felt stable might not fit when you’re navigating change, uncertainty, or even just burnout. So how do you hold space for both ambition and grace? That’s the conversation.

If you’re somewhere between ✨ ambitious queen ✨ and professional couch potato, this one’s for you.

Happy Valentine's Day, hunnies (we are celebrating till Sunday ama? 🤭) Join me on this week’s episode of "This Beautiful Messy Life" for a candid and hilarious Valentine's Day Q&A. From weird love languages and dating app disasters to my current form of self-love and friendships.

Oouu! Plus, a special musical tribute to Lionel Richie! It's a Valentine's episode you won't want to miss. Don't forget to follow "This Beautiful Messy Life" on Spotify and your favorite podcast platforms, TBML official pages on IG and TikTok and catch me on my personal pages @muraimu on Instagram and TikTok 🌸💟💟🌸

When consistency becomes your second name, you find yourself recording at 2:10 AM. In this episode of This Beautiful Messy Life, I dive into some hard truths—from embracing the idea that you can feel lost yet still be on the right path to realizing that the way you judge others reflects how you judge yourself. With a blend of witty banter and deep reflections, this conversation promises to leave you laughing, learning, and ready to embrace your own beautifully imperfect journey. Tune in, share your thoughts, and remember: even when life feels messy, you’re exactly where you need to be.🌸🍃🌸

From initially planning a three-month stay abroad to extending it for a full year, a ride—full of ups and downs, things I wish I knew, things I’m glad I did, and experiences that completely changed my perspective.

This episode is the first of my ‘Life Abroad’ series, where I’ll break down different aspects of living in a foreign country—some funny, some frustrating, but all real. Whether you’re planning to move abroad, already there, or just curious about what it’s actually like, this one’s for you.

In this episode of This Beautiful Messy Life, it’s all about getting to know more about me! My friend Winnie takes over with a mix of random questions, diving into everything from my secret to staying grounded when life gets messy to the one decision I’d love to take back from the previous year, the answers are quite funny hahaha lol. It’s a fun, reflective, and lighthearted conversation that will help you get to know me better, laugh a little, learn, and maybe even think, ‘Wow, I’ve been there too.’ Tune in for a feel-good chat that’s as random as it is real.

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Until next time, kwaheri :)