Muthoni Gatheca - Words That Hurt. Yet Still I Rise

Muthoni Gatheca failed her end of Primary schooling exams so badly that it was pronounced that she would at best end up being a house-help or a prostitute. She was 12 years old! She determined that she was not going to fulfill this prophesy and worked hard to change the narrative. Watch as she shares her story of defining, redefining and refining her life story and narrative despite many odds.
Be Bold, Be Foolish; When things don't go well in life you seem to take whatever comes your way as your fate but what you don't realise is that there is much more that you have not explored that if you did may bring you so much satisfaction. Sometimes being bold enough to take a different path may be seen as foolish.
Engage provides a platform for ordinary people to Inform. Inspire and Influence by sharing their stories and experiences.

[@annmarywanjiru8595]

I would listen to muthoni all day ! She is truly blessed in public speaking .

[@mugoviv]

Someday I will speak of my life predicaments without soaking in tears just like her❤❤.

[@EngageTalk]

May that day come soon for you Vivian

[@mamelangmmutlwane1511]

You will Vivian, you will.💛

[@minrayyan8868]

You will beautiful

[@priscapretty5793]

I was privileged to have her As my principal ,we called her "Mama" she was the best!!!

[@gazathegaza]

She is the best ❤❤

[@Newcastle7594]

Every time I watch an episode, there is renewed energy. These are our Kenyan Stories, told by us for us.This is my Kenya,my Africa, Something Inside so strong I'll rise-Maya Angelou

[@RSkyblue09]

Our past doesn't define our future. You're a true definition of this.

[@KenyanNanu]

Her talent is on stage obviously! Very captivating!!

[@musiclover-rf3wr]

As a thespian who lost my way and landed in medicine instead, this speaks to the depths of my soul! Thank you Muthoni :)

[@mugoviv]

She's so articulate in her speech. She's an inspiration and an art❤💯👌

[@patiencewanjiru5612]

Am loving this channel each day I watch one episode I feel rejuvenated over and over

[@carolinenjema7225]

I love Muthoni Gathecha’s story. As for the songstress... She’s great 👍🏻👌🏾 We should be hearing her more and more...

[@kimkimmie3435]

patience Kim me too

[@HandS-Studios]

"My past does not define me, I now know myself. I believe in myself, in all that I am and in all that I can be. And I know there is something inside me greater than any obstacle out there". Great affirmation! thank you.

[@tushyranx5860]

I like her boldness and sense of humour

[@kariukiwaweru967]

Great talk Muthoni! Something inside you so strong, unleash it ma'am! Reach for the stars!

[@judyrono2456]

Kariuki Waweru Frau

[@Suehabel]

What a speaker! Enchanting with a bold and pleasant personality. I could listen to her all day, everyday!

[@okeyoema]

Muthoni Gatheca joined Kenya Utalii College briefly for F and B course and was a dear friend before she joined Kenyatta University. I salute you Dear. I still remember a Kikuyu song you loved singing.... Blessings sister.

[@puritymuli7942]

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[@winetalksshow8675]

I pray for your healing from the hurtful words of a parent.Only God knows the path has has designed for you and its not the system of books that determine his will for us here on earth.Only God knows why He lost his eye sight,perhaps he lost that privilege because of the spoken word he had for you at a tender age. Blessings to you

[@Iam_rehema]

You've been through a lot yet remain so strong. You're such an inspiration. Gifted public speaker.

[@Enochbarasa]

That's a GREAT encouragement, delivered in a good manner. Muthoni is a good actress at the same time a good leader. I remember when I was at Kenya School of Professional Studies in 2008-2009 she new how to deal with problems, solving them the right way.

[@msonkibz]

Muthoni was my registrar back in the day. Awesome lady!

[@patricianjeri8722]

at KSPS I LIKED HER

[@samuelndungu7039]

My register too at K.S.P.S. I do remember during our orientation program when she yelled 'I can feel you guys, physic up this is a college not high schoooool..' The hall lit up again

[@Denniskhim]

Me to at Ksps

[@lisalemuya]

i love this i first saw muthoni as an actress om mama digital and she is full of humor

[@Vera1987ification]

Am I encouraged? Yes!!! "My past does not describe me." Thank you Muthoni.

[@catherinenderitu7151]

Very very inspiring presentation! Wao, I loved watching you on corner. Your life story is truly uplifting. I would love to meet you in person. Keep soaring higher and higher .

[@lawrencemuindu7983]

Yes, my story been told by somebody, I can't hold my tears, but one day, yes one day, I will tell about it but wirh tears of joy! I rise!

[@shilodiahjepkemboi4456]

This vedio renews my energy, every time I feel like giving up.

[@EngageTalk]

Don't give up!

[@margaretmuthoni1020]

Thanks muthoni my namesake and( size) you are a go getter you've made me believe it is not too late to dream again,so much inspiration, love you gal ,wish to meet you some day.

[@patiencemusera4393]

This is my favorite talk so far I get tiny bits and pieces from all these talks that are eye opening and encouraging as well.

[@EngageTalk]

Thank you Patience.

[@Obconsultants]

Muthoni that was great I connected completely.......my past will never ever define.

[@MaggiesDIY]

uuuuuh I absolutely love her bure. And her attitude and acting and everything are amazing. She rocks

[@jeffrey1261]

Bu what? Let me grab that dictionary🙌

[@suziemichael4338]

This has surely healed my broken heart . Very powerful

[@ianwaweru3928]

Night made. Beautiful story. Perfect song to sum it all up. God bless everyone❤

[@elleyonaspg9580]

There really was something inside so that emanated so strong from you as you delivered. One of the best, engaging, refreshing, authentic Engage Talk. I salute you, Continue to rise.

[@miriammurrey9352]

This so encouraging in total depression trying to find help i wish i am out of this soon

[@zemonk100]

I have always loved her talent as an actress, it amazing how word's can work for or against someone, for us parents, lets be careful what we say to our children and may we breathe words that motivate our children!!

[@gladysndungu3447]

I love this lady what a hilarious way of telling a painful story

[@miriamnjeri9703]

Muthoni Gatheca registrar then in our school!! Awesomely encouraging!!

[@deea6053]

im blown away. strong presentation.

[@wacukakangethe4281]

Always blown away with your acting, great talk

[@nanyachae]

This was truly powerful and really inspiring

[@hadassahmw]

Very encouraging Engage for this episodes they really encourage me especially now am out of the country it can be lonely 😩 thanks for giving me hope ,inspiring me,strengthening me! God bless

[@EngageTalk]

Thank you Esther

[@sabinamwangi7099]

I can relate..awesome muthoni..You inspire me so much

[@nurugizani3075]

Muthoni great talk about how we can pull up ourselves if we put our mind to it And Iddy wow You sing amazing👏 Robi here

[@gladysyiga3149]

Wow! Wow!👏 I've enjoyed the story because of the gifted story teller. I enjoyed the song most especially, that angelic voice!

[@beldineopar1916]

Beautiful woman you are Muthoni and very inspiring! @engage talk please bring her back some more

[@shirokamau2058]

I love her everyday..especially programs she is in

[@yvonnemetet4993]

I love this woman ... An embodiment of every woman

[@marthamacharia9891]

Nice to see Edith. Nice to see she still sings

[@monicahnjeri6201]

Awww muthoni ! You are a a star! So encouraging!

[@millicentkahia3824]

Stage is your place Muthoni...... I can't stop Listening to her even for a whole day

[@justmo6896]

I'm extremely overwhelmed by y'all

[@phyllyswanduru7862]

This is what I needed to see...I love you muthoni

[@georgeogola5258]

Such a wonderful episode. My take home is that there's is something distinct in all of us.

[@EngageTalk]

Yes there is

[@agathachebet1990]

I am happy I stumbled upon this when i really needed to hear this message. Keep shining ma'

[@juliakimani4611]

My highschool principal... love her❤️❤️

[@muthonindegwa5590]

My high school principal too.. She was amazing

[@krystineabok1931]

A BIG THANK YOU. Keeping going...God bless

[@jamhurikongo2758]

Your oratory skills Madam Principal are fire!...though i am watching three years later.Salute!!!

[@rahabwambui5627]

Learning a lot about life struggles..n success💪

[@lynna61]

Very powerful 👏 🙌

[@margaretnjenga592]

Thank you ...i needed such a speech a time lk now ...😢😢😢

[@loiblessed834]

Margaret njenga hugs dear

[@mercywairimu4490]

I just love this, you have really inspired me and now I have a bigger hope of becoming who I want to be.

[@lillianodhiambo2575]

Amazing story, captivating speaker, very inspiring.... thanks Muthoni.... dyed the short hair red.... you are he boom

[@debra2402]

Alhamdulillah Sister is very good and really touch me may Allah bless each and every person who listens to her Inshallah ❤️

[@carolinemackenzie9590]

Don't understand why parents of a bygone era said such hurtful words. Still we rise. Still Muthoni rises. Inspirational!

[@estherkagema6537]

Perfect.... Always take risks... God bless you mson😉

[@2hotpop]

Oh yeah Salute to you too. That was awesome! You are an inspiration

[@savanekemoli]

Your talk appeared on my newsfeed on 1 January 2020. Wow! You're an amazing soul! Thank you for sharing your story. It's so similar to my life and I made the decision a week ago to live alive because I finally know 'there's something inside so strong - I know I will make it'. Thank you! Mingi mingi hugz and thank you!

[@muthonigathecha2630]

Thank you

[@angelinemoraaogwoka7966]

Watching this now. Thank you Muthoni❤️

[@periskihagi6583]

So beautiful😍😍So encouraging. And your prowess on stage.. Aaarghh👌👌😍😍" Something inside so strong"

[@frankongete9396]

Very touching base nothing to complain about. Am encouraged

[@akinyiokeyo4618]

Muthoni, love your narration style

[@shiikamau403]

so so inspiring am in tears!!!!something inside us so strong!

[@CoolkenyanInisrael]

I love this

[@harrisonflorence2564]

So inspiring

[@tomodiero7524]

People speak mess into each other's lives, but God gives us the recipe to defeat misguided words used against us. Condemn those words and speak better ones for yourself.

[@kristinem.lilian4479]

This gal muthoni.......you are amazing . I love your story life

[@bettynduati2492]

Oooh!! I loved Kona and the role she played

[@Beatrice.Ndungu]

I like your story.....but i like the passion, energy , drive within your depth.

[@christineadam9341]

So inspiring God bless you for sharing your story Mommy...you are what God created you to be not what they thought...2019

[@wamuyummwangi6367]

I loved your talk muthoni You are such an inspiration to me

[@jbdebbielish8483]

Love what I ve heard I've watched many times Never Ever Lose Hope Saudi Arabia watching

[@dorrisgitau4461]

It encourages the heartbroken kudos ma'am. Sky is de limit

[@NellyMacharia]

I love that song. And I like her story

[@humanresource3425]

This is beautiful. I needed this!!

[@amara9849]

pain laced with humor. Shes a brave , strong woman.

[@dorcaskagwi706]

true

[@NusuKappeti]

So lovely Muthoni! I so love you... This is Njeri Smith

[@watajiju]

simply powerful

[@janetwakarimamunene7743]

Wow! Am encouraged .

[@annetnjogu6164]

naonanga akifanana Whoopy Goldberg ...Amazing speech

[@opallaf]

Very exciting, Winnie. You win

[@briankaregwa5662]

Outstanding 🌟may God be with you may he guide and bless you

[@DavidKotut]

Inspiring.. Lovely lady there..

[@frashiermwihaki7453]

Phenomenal woman right there

[@msohshaffer7466]

My namesake Muthoni... U the best!

[@marlowmarion3134]

I have been hurt so many times by words uttered by insensitive inside. They kill me inside.

[@mercyhongo3886]

You are an inspiration to me. Salute too

[@fatmahussein1238]

Wow what a voice.....

[@njerikaranja7177]

she really amazing and well spoken

[@gladyskariuki3009]

We gonna do it anyway,. Inspirational indeed

[@murugisusan]

Mama Digital! Very inspiring!

[@glaudianjuguna88]

Fantastic, great presentation

[@fatmahussein1238]

Sory for ur loss...wonderful woman

[@harrietotanga7877]

I miss editing your work....Mama Digital.a great talent

[@lucyannlucy9880]

This channel is the best 👌

[@dianahmuthoki5951]

Amazing.