Naks – the Conversations 256

20 Nov

It’s the Small Things in Life….

Naks0 CommentsLife, Pockets of Wisdom

This article was originally written in 2019, it was influenced by the greatest love of my life, my late grandmother who sadly, passed away four years ago. Read on, she had a lot to teach me. You might learn a thing or two. Before "I looked in the mirror today. I hadn't looked in one for a long long time. So today I looked." She swallows harshly, looking down at her hands, playing with the wrinkles surrounding her knuckles, "What I saw was...off!. I saw age. I saw a head full of white. I saw a face filled with valleys. There are lines…

25 Jun

Why we are so afraid to feel ‘Joy’…

Naks0 CommentsLife, Living, Mental wellness, Pockets of Peace, Pockets of Wisdom

“Find out where joy resides, and give it a voice far beyond singing. For to miss the joy is to miss all.” ― Robert Louis Stevenson What is Joy? A 92-year-old man, short, very well-presented, who took great care of his appearance, was moving into an old people’s home one day. His wife of 70 years had recently died, and he was obliged to leave his home. After waiting several hours in the retirement home lobby, he gently smiled as Leah, a nurse, told him his room was ready. As he slowly walked to the elevator, using his cane,…

26 Apr

Issue 02: Social Change Heroes

Naks0 CommentsLife, Living, Mental wellness, Pockets of Wisdom, Purpose

Explore the second issue of the Conversations 256 Magazine here. In this issue, we are raising awareness for two distinct organizations; Because Of Her and Tell A Story Foundation. Issue (02) is dedicated to increasing the awareness of social change heroes; two purpose-driven young women who are harnessing ideas that are shaping Uganda’s future for good. In intimate conversations, these founders reveal how they struggle, overcome failures and thrive in order to gain success. Noreen Asenkenye, the founder of Tell a Story Foundation understands the transforming power of story telling. That is why she is engaging it to make a positive…

14 Feb

Empowering Women, One Face Beat At A Time (pt2): Marjory Assimwe, Shanana.

Naks0 CommentsCareer Profiles, Purpose

➢ On Girl Power What roles have the friendships you’ve established around you played? My friends push me to be a better person; they support and motivate me to achieve my dreams Do you have female role models or mentors? My sister Mrs. Daisy Mulamuzi Kasujja What is the most important advice you've ever received from a fellow woman? Focus on tomorrow, forget yesterday. Who have you drawn professional inspiration from lately? It could be from a far (stalking them on Instagram) or up-close? Faith Imani, of Serene Beauty. What is one thing you know now about women and…

14 Jan

Empowering Women, One Face Beat At A Time: Marjory Assimwe, Shanana.

Naks0 CommentsCareer Profiles, Purpose

#theConversationsCrushes: Jojorie!!!! I am so excited that we are doing this!!!! I am so proud of you!! (If that seemed awkward, let me explain, I have known Jojo for like 10 years now…. She’s one of my closest friends so put up with my excitement. ) Okay, lets’ dive in! ➢ Getting To Know Marjorie It feels weird calling you by your full name. It reminds me of our hostel warden back in high school. “Assimwe Marjory…. Come here… Why are the girls making noise?” So can I just call you Jojo? Where does that nickname come from btw? Yes…

07 Aug

Watching Eyes..

Naks0 CommentsLife, Pockets of Wisdom

“Children have never been very good at listening to their elders, but they have never failed to imitate them.” ― James Baldwin At one time or another, we’re all in a position to lead. We’re parents, teachers, coaches, an elder sibling, managers and committee leaders. As such, we know that setting a good example is an important part of leadership. But it’s not always easy. “Kid’s don’t care how many sermons you preach to them. The only sermon they’ll hear is how you live your life in front of them.” ― Bruce Van Horn You can’t force someone to be nice. You…

31 Mar

#theConversationCrushes: Patsy Mugabi Part1

Naks0 CommentsCareer Profiles, Purpose

A few weeks ago we launched a series that is intended to highlight women that we think are kicking ass and doing amazing things. This week’s #WomanCrush is Patsy Mugabi. Pasty Mugabi When I found out you are as obsessed with natural hair as I am, I jumped in my seat! We need to have a whole conversation about that but not today sis, today is all about you! ➢ Getting To Know Patsy Mugabi How would you describe Patsy if people didn’t know who Patsy was? Mmhhhh….Getting to know Patsy, how do I describe Patsy? It’s a mystery! Anyway,…

28 Oct

On Choosing To Be Brave.

Naks6 CommentsLife, Living, Mental wellness, Pockets of Wisdom

“I made a resolve then that I would amount to something if I could. And no hours, nor amount of labor, nor amount of money would deter me from giving the best that there was in me. And I have done that ever since, and I win by it. I know.” — Colonel Sanders Ahhh… that quote hit me hard in the chest when I read it. It perfectly summed up something I am trying to work towards and ends with such a strong statement, ‘I know!’ I want a confident life. Not the kind of confidence that leads to…

08 Oct

Anniversary Celebrations!

Naks4 CommentsLife, Living, Mental wellness, Pockets of Wisdom, Purpose

Last month marked our 5th anniversary. For a while, we were still debating how to celebrate the occasion. We didn’t want to waste space on self-congratulation, but we also didn’t think we should let the moment pass unnoticed. At the last minute, we came up with an idea: we would invite long-time readers, contributors, and current and former members to send us their thoughts, recollections, and anecdotes about The C256. Maybe we would get enough to fill a few pages. What we got was enough to fill an entire book. But here are a few that really stood out for…

15 May

Get Rid Of These Approval Seeking Behaviours!

Naks0 CommentsLife, Living, Mental wellness

Are approval and validation the same thing? Both of these stem out of a lack of self-worth, but the locus of activity is in opposite directions in both cases. Approval Seeking (AS) focuses on modifying your own behavior, while Validation Seeking (VS) puts the obligation of agreeing with you on external agents. For example, with the same reply: A person with AS will modify her/his answer so that people like it. A person with VS will post whatever the f*** they want, and expect the community to like it. And when the community doesn't, they get p!ssed off with the…

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