If there’s one phrase we use more when ushering in a fresh year than ‘Happy New Year’, it’s “New Year New Me”. For the writers, entering a new year can be compared to owning a new book, its pages blank, while holding the pen to write the story you want.
For those in the business world, it can be related to being handed a blank cheque and told to fill in whatever figures suit your desires. That feeling is priceless.
For the rest of us, a new year is a fresh start. A second chance that the universe grants us to retake what we couldn’t accomplish the previous year. We are presented with a clean slate (365 days) to rewrite our goals, resolutions, and aspirations.
However, as the calendar pages turn and we reach the midpoint of the year, a profound urge to reflect on our journey emerges.
At SENS we asked some of our readers to assess their lives in the past nine months from the lens of multifaceted aspects. Whether it’s relationship thrills, the quest for spiritual meaning, career triumphs, personal growth in fields like volunteering, or developing stronger family bonds.
This reflective moment was meant to provide a compelling glimpse into how diverse we’ve all experienced life thus far.
Anna Njoki Mbugua
Got so many opportunities to be in spaces I never saw myself in Grateful.
Nyemanzi Gloria
Elevated from Vice Guild President to Guild President of Mount Kigali University Rwanda.
Nakato Hellen
Books, books, books. Final year ain’t no joke
Iradukunda Jean de Dieu
My personal growth has been steady. A small circle of friends, same religious
values, and stronger family bonding.
Ann Nyambura
Challenged myself with hard tasks, and met new people (quite amazing
but also, culture-shocking)
Grace Uwingeneye
Self-confidence amplified.
Jean Felix Muyisenge
Played soccer more than ever.
Emelise Uwase
Resorted to staying single, cut off certain friends/family members, and
made volunteering my hobby.
Yassine Tuyishimire
Explored new career opportunities
Phionah Twizere Cyuzuzo
Blessings upon Blessings
Nadine Tuyishimire
My life with Christ has profoundly transformed and improved my overall well-being.
Mutesi Gloria
A profound exploration of self-discovery and development.
Diane Mfitumukiza
My heart is overflowing with joy–my sister and brother got married.
Cynthia Rutagengwa
Just a mess.
Itangishaka Abdoul Karim
Many unexpected challenges, leaving me uncertain about what’s next.
Leah Uwase
Took a bold step to go for my master’s amidst an advice paradox.
Sabine Rudasingwa
Thankful for every moment.
Joelle Gasasira
Very disappointing.
Salim Kabano
Career growth and opportunities.
Eric Sharangabo
Graduated with my first degree and acquired 4 years of working experience in tourism.
Cedric Rukundo
Living in the moment with gratitude.
Kecy Faustin
Not consistent–ups and downs.
Ineza Ariella
A rollercoaster.
Ishimwe Kevin Ntwali
Learned to embrace impermanence.
Kitone Magezi
God has been and continues to be faithful.
