Esther Musila, the well-known Kenyan content creator and wife of gospel musician Guardian Angel, has reached out to women in their middle years with a message of self-love and resilience.
In a recent post shared on her Facebook page, Musila addressed women aged between 40 and 60, encouraging them to embrace the physical and emotional changes that come with time.
The ‘Next Phase’ of Life
Musila, who spent over two decades working for the United Nations before transitioning into a prominent public figure, noted that many women in this age bracket are entering a new chapter.
She pointed out that this stage often brings visible changes, including grey hair, wrinkles, and changes in body weight.
“To all of my female friends from 40 – 60 years and up… most of us are going through the next phase of our lives. We’re at that age where we see wrinkles, gray hair, and extra pounds,” she noted.
Rather than viewing these as flaws, Musila framed them as markers of a life well-lived. She described her peers as “warriors in the quiet,” highlighting the many responsibilities women handle behind the scenes.
“We have run households, paid the bills, dealt with sickness, sadness, and everything else life has assigned us. We are survivors,” she added.
A Refined Perspective
The post drew comparisons between maturing women and high-value objects that improve with age. Musila likened women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s to “a classic car or fine wine,” suggesting that value is not lost, but rather refined over time.
She reminded her followers that while physical appearances change, the body serves a deeper purpose. According to Musila, these bodies are the vessels that carry our souls, our courage, and our strength.
The Privilege of Growing Older
A central theme of the message was the idea that ageing should be celebrated rather than regretted. In a world often focused on youth, Musila offered a different perspective on the passing years.
“Even if our bodies may not be what they once were, they carry our souls, our courage, and our strength. We should never feel bad about getting older,” Musila encouraged.
A Voice for Positive Ageing
Musila has frequently been a subject of public conversation regarding age. Since her marriage to Guardian Angel, who is younger than her, she has consistently used her platform to challenge societal expectations of women over 50.
Her advocacy for “living your best life” regardless of age has gained a significant following.
In a world where life expectancy for women globally has risen—with World Bank data indicating the average female life expectancy is now around 76 years—the 40-to-60 demographic is increasingly being seen as a time of renewed purpose rather than decline.
