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A REVIEW OF NIADU by @Nene_James

“Niadu: The Dawn of the New Muntu” is celebrated as a groundbreaking work in the philosophy of individualism, rationality, and human evolution. In a thought-provoking review, @Nene_James explores profound themes of self-awareness, societal conditioning, and the struggle between morality and logic. This examination of Niadu’s vision questions humanity’s attachment to higher powers and challenges readers to imagine a “New Muntu”—a future of sovereign, rational beings free from dogmatic constraints. An insightful reflection on the essence of progress and the role of ideas in shaping a liberated, enlightened society.

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Are You Common?

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I sit here, lost in introspection. Am I common? Who is the common man? What makes people “common”? News reports constantly proclaim, “Oh, the common man is suffering.” Experts sipping free coffee on TV breakfast shows chime in: “The government must look after the common man; after all, he pays taxes.” Do I fit that

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FOR WHOM?

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This post explains my life in medical school as I question my drive do keep going. It was first published in our school’s (Moi University, College of Health Sciences) It’s Okay Magazine, 1st Issue, 2023.

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What Happened to the Strong Silent Type?

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We are being told it is okay to cry as a man. That is, letting yourself loose is amicable. But is it all right for a man to be recklessly vulnerable? To be overly emotional? To whine, complain and bitch around? Are we just supposed to shout out our problems? Seek sympathy from those around

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Human Pursuit of Happiness Part Two

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Anticipation for pleasure fuels our everyday life. As humans, we are always seeking to be happy. The constant quest for happiness has led to instability. We are endlessly galloping from one source of joy to the next. The latest technology, fashion, car, drink, the newest fast food joint in town, etc. It is sickening. This

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Human Pursuit of Happiness Part One

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The question begs, “What is happiness?” What do we mean when we say we are happy? Psychologists have offered varying but useful definitions of happiness. Some contend that happiness is an emotional state characterized by joy, satisfaction, contentment, and fulfillment. Others posit that happiness refers to experiencing more positive feelings than negative feelings. Everyone is

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