Welcome to Maggie’s Mindful Living.

  Motherhood Changed Me—Here’s How I’m Finding Myself Again Becoming a mum is one of the greatest gifts of my life—and it changed everything. Overnight, my world revolved around feeding schedules, nap times, and tiny milestones. Somewhere in the middle of the joy and the juggle, I realised something honest and a little scary: I had lost a part of myself . My spark, my drive, even my confidence felt buried beneath the beautiful weight of motherhood. There were days I’d look in the mirror and barely recognise the woman staring back. The dreams I once had? On pause. The routines I loved? Gone. I poured everything into my little one, and while it filled my heart, it sometimes emptied my energy. If you’ve felt this too, I want you to know—you’re not alone. The Gentle Truth Motherhood doesn’t mean losing yourself—it means evolving. I’m learning to hold both truths at once: I am a devoted mum, and I’m also a woman with passions, goals, and a life to nurture. The Steps I’m Taki...

  Top Mistakes Kenyans Make When Starting Online Work (and How to Avoid Them) Starting an online career can feel exciting — the flexibility, the freedom, and the hope of earning from home. I know this feeling well because when I began my journey, I wanted a way to stay present for my son while still earning an income. Through platforms like Ajira Digital , Timebucks , Upwork , and Jumia Force , I’ve learned a lot — including what not to do. 1. Jumping In Without Learning First Many rush into online jobs without proper training. I made this mistake at first — applying randomly without knowing how to present myself. How to avoid it: Start with free resources like Ajira Digital , where you can gain skills (I did a data entry and analysis course, plus mentorship), then build your profile professionally. 2. Falling for Scams Not every opportunity online is genuine. Early on, I nearly fell for platforms promising unrealistic returns. How to avoid it: Research every site...

How to Start Working Online in Kenya with No Experience (My Journey & Tips) When I first thought about working online, I was curious but overwhelmed— where do I even start? Like many Kenyans, I wanted a way to earn an income while still being present for my young son. The dream of working from home was real, but the internet felt full of scams and empty promises. How I Got Started My turning point came when I joined Ajira Digital , a government-sponsored program that offers free training and mentorship in online work. I enrolled in a data entry and analysis course, learned a bit of graphic design , and even explored opportunities like Jumia Force , where I now help people make purchases and track their packages. I also discovered simple earning platforms like Timebucks and set up profiles on professional platforms like Upwork , where I’ve been growing my online presence step by step. How You Can Start Too—Even Without Experience Look for Free Training Programs – Aj...

 There are days I wake up feeling ready to conquer the world — ideas flowing, tasks lined up, dreams feeling within reach.   And then there are days like today. No clear plan. No spark. Just… stillness. A heavy kind of quiet.   And for a moment, I thought, maybe I’ll skip today. Who would notice anyway? But here I am, showing up. Not because I have something grand to say, but because this space — this blog — is about real life. And real life includes the uninspired days too. It includes the mornings when the dishes pile up faster than motivation, when the child’s nap doesn’t last long enough, when the creative spark feels far away. **The Gentle Reminder** If you’re also feeling low-energy today, you’re not alone.   You don’t have to be full of fire to be doing enough.   Sometimes, showing up quietly is a kind of strength too. **What I'm Reminding Myself Today:** - Rest is part of growth.   - Stillness doesn't mean stuck.  ...

 🌸 A Day With My One-Year-Old: Gentle Chaos, Small Miracles By Maggie – Rooted & Rising I used to think I was busy — before motherhood. Now? Hata sijui how to define my days anymore. They’re full, messy, tender, overwhelming, repetitive… and somehow, sacred. This is what a real day with my one-year-old looks like. Not the Instagram version — the honest one.So come close, mama. Let me walk you through it. ☀️ 9:00 AM — Slow Mornings & Sticky Fingers We usually wake up around 9. No alarm clock — just soft babbles or little feet kicking against the bed. He’s smiling, I’m yawning. We stretch. We breathe. We face the day together. Breakfast is whatever he’ll accept that day — sometimes uji, sometimes banana, sometimes just bites of mine. Most of it ends up chini, but bora ameshiba! 🎶 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM — Play Mode: Activated The living room becomes a playground. Toys everywhere. Me running on cold tea. We dance to silly songs. We build towers and knock them down. Sometimes we ...

  🌸 Motherhood Isn’t Always Soft — And That’s Okay By Maggie – Rooted & Rising Before I became a mom , I imagined motherhood would feel like a cozy dream — soft blankets, giggles, morning cuddles, and peaceful walks. And sometimes, it is. But now that my baby is one year old, I’ve learned something real and honest: Motherhood isn’t always soft — and that’s okay. 1. Some Days Are Beautiful There are days filled with belly laughs, warm hugs, and quiet naps. Those are the moments I hold close — when my child reaches out for me, smiles at nothing, or dances to a song only he can hear. They are the softness I expected. They are precious. 2. Some Days Are Just Hard There are also days when I feel stretched thin — when sleep is broken, patience runs low, and the hours move slow. When I look in the mirror and barely recognize the tired woman staring back. On those days, I remind myself: Struggle doesn’t make me a bad mother. It makes me human. 3. Motherhood Isn’t O...