Maisha Hub Consultancy

28/09/2025

🌊 The Anchor and the Storm

Life is like the ocean. Some days the waters are calm, other days the storm hits hard. Even the strongest ship needs an anchor. In life, our anchors are values, faith and community.

In Today Matters 📕, John Maxwell reminds us that values only count when they guide us in the storms of life. He submits that, If you do not stand by your values when it really matters, then they aren’t values at all, just hobbies.

The good old book tells us in Mark 4:39 how Jesus calmed the storm with the words “Peace, be still.” The Qur’an in Surah Ash-Sharh 94:6 also reminds us, “Indeed with hardship comes ease.” Both assure us that storms are not permanent, but our anchors must hold.

🛠️ *Tool of the Day: Values Anchor*

Write down your three non-negotiable values (for example: honesty, faith, family).

In tough times, remind yourself of them as your anchor and test your actions against them.

⚓ Your ship is steady when your anchor is firm.
💬 I would love to hear from you. How did this tool work for you? Which values are you practicing more intentionally? Share your journey coz your story may encourage someone else on theirs.

Bon Voyage,
Life Coach Nguka

25/09/2025

Hello Fam,

Onboarding is more than orientation. It’s the foundation of culture and impact.

Recently , Maisha Hub Consultancy facilitated the recruitment and onboarding of new employees at a CSO.

As an Industrial & Organizational Psychologist and Professional Coach, I believe recruitment and onboarding are where organizations either win or lose their people.

We applied psychological aptitude and personality tests during recruitment to place the right people in the right roles. Onboarding then gave them clarity on culture, expectations, and how their work connects to the bigger mission. Most importantly we integrated mental health sensitization so work becomes not just productive but also safe and meaningful.

Too often organizations skip these steps and pay the cost later in high turnover, disengagement and lost productivity.

If your organization is looking to hire right, onboard new talent into your culture or even create a new culture where work is meaningful and talent thrives Maisha Hub would be glad to walk that journey with you.
Let’s Connect : +254 722 324 495

11/09/2025

Last week was a special milestone.

I had the honor of serving as MC/ Host, as well as moderator of an expert panel session, during the launch of the Public Service Workplace Policy on HIV AIDS and Other Syndemic Diseases (2025) at the Kenya School of Government. It was a privilege to guide the conversations, celebrate our public servants, and engage leaders and experts on how to make our workplaces healthier and stigma free.

I was also humbled to be awarded a certificate and recognized as a Workplace Mental Health Champion, in acknowledgment of my contribution to advancing mental health and wellness in the workplace. The recognition by the two Principal Secretaries present ( Health and Public Service ) was a reminder that this work is not only professional but deeply personal.

This experience reaffirmed my passion not only as an Industrial–Organizational Psychologist but also as a corporate event host and moderator. I thrive at the intersection of policy reform, workplace wellness, and impactful conversations ; creating spaces where people feel inspired, informed, and ready to act.

📲 If you are looking for a corporate event host, panel moderator, or workplace wellness speaker who brings both expertise and energy to the stage, I would be honored to partner with you. Let’s work together to create events and conversations that inspire change and build healthier organizations.

Grateful to have been part of this historic launch, and excited to continue shaping resilient workplaces through both policy and practice.
Let’s Connect: 0722324495

31/08/2025

Our Lead Coach & Trainer Nguka Nguka Ojwang had the honour of delivering the keynote presentation during the Mental Health & Wellness Day for the National Museum of Kenya ; a powerful reminder that healthy institutions don’t just exist … they are built.

In the session, he unpacked:
🔹 What mental health practically looks like at the workplace
🔹 The specific role each department plays in making work meaningful (and yes, fun!)
🔹 The critical role of management and Mental Health Committees in creating safe and psychologically healthy environments
🔹 Why sound HR & mental health policies are not just compliance tools but growth tools that carry both the vision and the people

And because learning should be felt and not just heard, he used simulations and “fun-and-learn” activities to spark connectedness, empathy and real reflection.

The day was beautifully rounded off with contributions from:
✅ Financial coaches
✅ Medical providers offering health & mental health screenings
✅ A team building coach who turned lessons into lived experiences

👏🏾 Kudos to the National Museums of Kenya for embracing a progressive, human-centred approach to workplace resilience.

At Maisha Hub Consultancy, we are committed to supporting corporates and government institutions to strengthen their capacity to thrive, while building inclusive cultures where people and performance grow together.

👉🏾 Ready to take your workplace wellbeing strategy beyond awareness and into action? Let’s build something meaningful.

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09/06/2025

🌼 Day 4/5: Healing, Resilience & Giving Back
📍 KALRO Naivasha
👥 Mental Health Champions Training – Civil Servants from Across MDACs

As we near the close of this transformative training, Day 4 took us into some of the most emotionally layered yet crucial areas of mental health in the workplace:

🔹 Stress Management at the Workplace
We explored how chronic stress affects performance, relationships, and overall wellbeing. Champions reflected on their role in fostering resilient, supportive environments where conversations on mental strain are normalized as opposed to being avoided.

🔹 Loss & Grief: The Support Process
Grief is inevitable in life and at work ; from the death of a colleague to personal loss. This session gave champions practical tools to hold space for others with empathy, and guide those grieving toward healing without pathologizing their pain.

🔹 Drug & Substance Use/Addiction at the Workplace
An unforgettable session led by a facilitator with lived experience - a recovering addict who reminded us that healing is possible. Champions learned how to recognize signs, understand the struggles beneath substance use, and walk with compassion instead of judgment.

🧡 CSR at Shalom Gate Children’s Home
In the evening, our champions visited Shalom Gate Children’s Home in Naivasha. It was more than an outreach — it was a moment of heart-to-heart connection. Through laughter, play, storytelling, and words of affirmation, we witnessed the power of presence and love in action.

💬 "The highest form of learning is when we pour what we've received into others. The heart that gives, gathers." – Lao Tzu

I remain proud to serve as both a facilitator and coordinator through the Directorate of Counselling and Wellness Services (DCWS), walking alongside these changemakers as they step into their roles as mental health champions.

09/06/2025

“Men Feel Too”

During Men’s Mental Health Month - June, let’s pause and affirm this truth: Men feel too.
Pain, sadness, grief, anxiety; these are not signs of weakness but evidence of humanity.
At Maisha Hub Co, we are committed to creating safe spaces where men can speak, feel, and heal without shame.
Mental strength includes the courage to seek help.

07/06/2025

Day 3/5: Empowering Support & Breaking Stigma

📍 KALRO Naivasha
👥 85 Mental Health Champions in Training

Today marked yet another impactful step in our capacity-building journey with civil servants drawn from various MDACs. The focus was on strengthening the backbone of a mentally healthy workplace through key sessions:

🔹 Mental Health Support Process & Referral Structures – We unpacked the “how” behind offering timely and appropriate support, emphasizing the champion’s role in early identification and facilitating access to professional help.
🔹 Fighting Mental Health Stigma at the Workplace – We held honest conversations about misconceptions, hidden biases, and the invisible barriers that stop people from seeking help. Through stories and role plays, we learned how to become stigma-busters in our workspaces.
🔹 Self-Concept & Self-Awareness – Because how we see ourselves shapes how we support others. Champions explored their personal strengths, blind spots, and internal narratives thus stepping more confidently into their leadership roles in mental wellness.

What continues to inspire me is the passion, vulnerability, and commitment each participant is bringing into this space. These are not just learners but they are change agents.

Mental health transformation begins with informed, aware, and empowered individuals and we are honored to be part of that process as a facilitators and coordinators through the Directorate of Counselling and Wellness Services (DCWS).

03/06/2025

Hello Fam,

As I reflect on yet another trip around the sun, I pause with gratitude for growth, for grace, and for the gift of life. Last year, I anchored my journey in the 5Fs (Faith, Family, Finances, Fitness & Fulfillment). That framework proved both grounding and transformational, helping me navigate the year with clarity and intention. Thank you to everyone who journeyed with me through it.

This new year, I feel called to distill my focus even further , to go deeper, not wider. And so, I introduce my personal 3G framework, a compass for this next chapter:

🔹 God – My ultimate source. The wellspring of wisdom, grounding, and truth. This year, I recommit to deeper intimacy with the Divine not just as a guide, but as the very center.
🔹 Growth – Personal, spiritual, intellectual, relational, and professional. I believe that to grow is to honor both the gift and the Giver. Stagnation is not my portion but expansion is.
🔹 Giving – Legacy is not what we leave behind but what we give while we are still here. Whether through service, mentoring, presence, or kindness, I am committed to pouring out what I carry.

These 3Gs will shape how I live, lead, love, and serve in the days ahead. I step into this year not with noise, but with clarity. Not with pressure, but with presence. And above all, with purpose rooted in something greater than myself.

If you’re also seeking alignment this season, I invite you to explore your own version of these Gs and let’s grow together.

With Love, Light & Intention,
Life Coach Nguka Nguka Ojwang

31/05/2025

Hello Fam,

You know the drill on every flight:
“In case of a drop in cabin pressure, put on your own oxygen mask first before helping others.”

It’s not selfish, it’s survival.

The same applies to your mental health. You can’t pour from an empty cup or show up for others if you’re running on empty yourself.

As we close Mental Health Awareness Month, this is your reminder:
🌬️ You deserve to breathe.
💛 You deserve care before the crisis hits.

At Maisha Hub, we’ve created a warm, calm, and confidential space just for that.

🧸 Baby-friendly therapy room
☕ Refreshments & amenities to keep you comfortable
🚗 Ample parking
🛋️ Cozy and welcoming environment where you can feel at ease

📍 We’re located at Trio Complex
📅 By appointment only. Note: no walk-ins

✨ Put on your mask first. Prioritize you.
Book your session today and take the first step toward healing, because self-care is not a luxury, it’s a lifeline.

With Grace & Gratitude,
Life Coach Nguka Nguka Ojwang

29/03/2025

The Healer's Journey: When Therapists Need Therapy

"Even counselors need counseling! Supporting others is a daunting task, hence prioritizing your own well-being is a necessity, not a luxury."

This quote resonated deeply with me recently. As a workplace psychologist supporting civil servants through their challenges, I found myself sitting on the other side of the couch – a humbling reminder of our shared humanity.

Many of us entered this profession as "wounded healers" – our own experiences with pain created pathways to empathy. Yet this same sensitivity that makes us effective can leave us vulnerable.
I've witnessed firsthand how issues unrelated to work can significantly impact productivity. The irony? As professionals dedicated to others' mental health, we often neglect our own.

Recently, during my own therapy session, I faced a profound realization: the very struggles I help my clients navigate are mirrors of my own challenges. This isn't coincidence – it's the beautiful complexity of being human.

This vulnerability isn't weakness; it's authenticity. It's the recognition that the therapeutic relationship works precisely because we all share the human condition.

Research shows that 61% of mental health professionals experience symptoms of burnout, yet only 43% regularly engage in supervision or personal therapy. This disconnect isn't just personally concerning but also professionally irresponsible.

When we care for ourselves, we:

- Model healthy boundaries for clients
- Bring renewed energy to sessions
- Recognize countertransference more effectively
- Prevent ethical compromises caused by burnout
- Sustain our practice for the long term

My Question to Fellow Healers
What self-care practice keeps you grounded?
For me, it's motorcycling adventures . This simple action reminds me that before I am a therapist, I am human – deserving of the same compassion I offer others.
Remember: You cannot pour from an empty cup. You cannot give what you don't have.
Taking care of yourself isn't selfish – it's the foundation of ethical practice.



With Love & Grace,
Nguka Nguka Ojwang

16/02/2025