Content creator Lydia Wanjiru shared a detailed message on her Instagram Stories, disclosing difficult experiences from her childhood and past relationships.
In the post, she recounted an incident involving an unnamed former partner who made a hurtful remark about the challenges she faced growing up, including abuse she says occurred within her family.
Her message appeared aimed at shedding light on why she approaches trust and relationships with caution.
Wanjiru Addresses Past Relationship Comments
This revelation followed an earlier interaction where a follower asked about a previous relationship.
Wanjiru had responded by clarifying that she was not in contact with her ex and dismissed speculation about a possible reunion.
“Oh and an ex once told me that I deserve everything that happened to me in my childhood, including my uncle s3xually abusing me.Oh and you wonder why I don’t trust whatever comes out of men’s mouth, only from their pockets,” she alleged.
Her latest post offered additional context around the emotional impact of past events and why she is selective about what she chooses to engage with publicly.
The Social Media “Marikiti”: Curating Highlights Over Hardship
Wanjiru stated that many individuals selectively share only highlights of their lives, leaving out difficulties and setbacks that form part of everyday experiences.
She added that she personally feels comfortable being open, but many people prefer to maintain curated online images.
In her statement, Wanjiru noted that social media functions similarly to a marketplace, comparing it to marikiti, where individuals present the best versions of themselves.
She said influencers, content creators and public figures often showcase polished output intended for specific audiences, and she encouraged followers to recognise that this does not always represent a full picture of their personal lives.
“You might be winning big time than that influencer, content creator, public figure that you look upto. Social media is a market place like marikiti. Everyone brings their best product/service to sell to the highest bidders,” she wrote.
Her message comes at a time when conversations about mental health, online identity and the impact of social comparison continue to attract attention among Kenyan youth and digital audiences.
Encouragement to Women on Prioritising Personal Well-Being
In the same Instagram update, Wanjiru delivered a message directed at women, urging them to prioritise their own happiness and financial independence.
“Ladies, whatever amount of money you earn, priotize yourself and your own happiness. As Ntazola says, no one is coming out of this world alive. Sifa mzuri ni za marehemu and in the end, no one really cares about you,”she wrote.
She referenced a popular saying about embracing life fully, adding that individuals should focus on themselves because public and online conversations often shift quickly, regardless of personal struggles.
Public Reactions and Online Discussions
After the post circulated across social platforms, users reacted with a mix of support and reflection.
Many shared the story alongside messages about mental health, boundaries, and online vulnerability.
The discussion also widened to include conversations about the pressures faced by public figures who reveal personal experiences on social media.
BY eugene okumu
