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Things I Wish My 15-Year-Old Self Knew - Samantha Dedra

18th August 2023

Niaje SKY Sis! Ni Samatha Wanjiru, aka Samantha Dedra. Mi ni choreographer, Influencer na Content Creator. Dancing is my thing na toxic friendships are definitely not my thing. Kwa hii article, nitawashow what I wish I knew when I was 15 years old.

  • On creativity: 

What I’ve learnt in my experience is that nothing should stop you from doing what you love. If you like singing or dancing, whatever you love doing you should not hide your creativity cos life is all about exploring.

  • On school: 

When I joined high school I wish I knew that trying to do what everyone else is doing when it comes to study methods and choosing subjects would mess me up. I learned that I should take time to find my own method of studying that works for me and try different activities ndio I find my thing.

  • On Friends:

When I came to understand that I had the power to make my own decisions without my friends' influence, my life changed. Pia usiwai force friendship, it should feel natural. If your friends are genuine, they will respect and love you for who you are, si kujaribu kukuchange.

  • On fashion:

Don’t ever be afraid of showing who you are through fashion cos you’re unique… kama unapenda fashion kama mimi then this is for you: wake up, wear what you love and stand out!

  • On Boys:

Lemme tell you, my 15-year self and even my current self doesn’t prioritise boys - but hio haimanishi you can’t hangout na kuchat na maboys. You can have fun but don’t get caught up or lose yourself – remember to focus on your goals and doing what you love.

  • On peer pressure: 

Msupa always be you cos hakuna mwingine kama wewe, there will be forever one you. Yeah I know sometimes it is hard but don’t let the challenges za peer pressure crush your dreams and ambitions. Keep going babes.

  • On Future:

First of all  it’s OK to fail cos we learn through our failures. Alafu pia don’t focus on being perfect cos no one for real no one is perfect.

  • On doing what you love: 

Jiamini babes!! Always follow your heart, and follow your dreams, they are all within reach. 

Thanks sana Samantha Dedra, tumeappreciate! SKY babes, make sure umejiamini ata ukiwa na mabeshte wako. Pressure kutoka mabeshte is not our thing!