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How perfectionism starts in childhood

Perfectionism is usually looked at in adulthood, where the pressure to perform and succeed becomes more visible. However, psychologists say it begins in childhood
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A study published in the journal ‘Nature Medicine’ found that AI health chatbots may sometimes give inaccurate or potentially unsafe advice
By Dr Alfred Murage Mar. 13, 2026
In this age, when divorce is on the rise and marriage is more of a partnership than a matrimony, marriage is indeed an achievement
By Kenyatta Otieno Mar. 13, 2026
Relationships are often described with a familiar warning: they take work. Yet many people quietly ask themselves a harder question: should love really feel this difficult?
By Purity Mwende Mar. 12, 2026
In a culture that glamorises the "hustle," we have become a society addicted to the grind. We are constantly "on," moving from one task to the next without a pause button
By Bishop David Muriithi Mar. 12, 2026
Parenting has always been about consistency and emotional availability, but today, there’s an added pressure to appear involved. The danger is when performance replaces participation
By Jayne Rose Gacheri Mar. 12, 2026
With the right pieces and a thoughtful eye for layering, it is entirely possible to remain both comfortable and impeccably dressed while the clouds gather
By Agnes Mwandawiro Mar. 11, 2026
Excessive screen use triggers dopamine, fostering addictive, compulsive online behaviour. Mindful limits, outdoor activity and learning offline can restore brain health
By Mercy Kahenda Mar. 11, 2026
Being health-conscious can only be a good thing. But it should never be taken to extremes. There is a great deal of medical marketing and hype, some of which is questionable
By Dr Alfred Murage Mar. 11, 2026
Identifying emotional pain requires a high level of self-awareness, as it manifests differently for each person
By Esther Muchene Mar. 11, 2026