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John Wills Njoroge is a psychotherapist and social diagnostician who
assists individuals and teams clarify their purpose in life and create a
philosophy of their existence and work. He is co-founder of Lead Global
Impact, Kenya.
us to school, where we were often
advised to avoid our eyes from
looking at the magnificent sight of
Mount Kenya those days. On clear,
sunny days, the snow-clad peaks of the
mountain shimmered brightly, almost
blinding in their brilliance.
At school, in the preparatory stages
of our education, we engaged in
delightful drawing activities. With
crayons in hand, we brought to life the
towering mountains, lush trees, and
even moulded clay from the banks of a
nearby river into various shapes. Each
session was a celebration of creativity,
and our mornings and afternoons
were filled with vibrant colours and
imaginative landscapes. Art became
more than just a pastime; it became
the very language through which we
expressed ourselves and narrated our
life stories.
rowing up, my childhood was filled with
rich and unforgettable experiences, but The beauty of our preparatory school
Gone emotional memory that lingers is days was, that we were encouraged
the constant reminder from my dad: “Don’t look to create without the pressure of
at the mountain on your way to school.” This artistic skill or perfection, focusing
phrase echoed in our home and even followed instead on the feelings and thoughts
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