Coach Irene Elijah-Thrive360Degrees

17/06/2026

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲-𝗧𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗲 🥹

Sometimes when people say, "You ignored me," "You blue-ticked me," or "You don't care about me anymore," the issue may not be the message at all.

✍️Not every delayed response is rejection.
✍️Not every missed call is abandonment.
✍️Not every unread message is a sign that someone doesn't value you.

For some people, a simple unanswered text can trigger deep emotions rooted in past experiences, being overlooked, unheard, abandoned, criticized, or emotionally neglected as children.

When childhood wounds remain unhealed, ordinary situations can feel much bigger than they really are;

📌A delayed reply becomes proof of rejection.
📌Silence becomes evidence of abandonment.
📌Busyness is interpreted as lack of love.

The truth is, people have lives, responsibilities, challenges, and moments when they simply cannot respond immediately. And sometimes, people want to respond only when they have a candid response to the request.

Emotional maturity teaches us to pause before personalizing everything.
Healing teaches us to separate what is happening now from what happened then.

Before assuming someone is rejecting you, ask yourself:
🤳Is this a fact or a fear?
🤳Am I reacting to the present situation or an old wound?
🤳Could there be another explanation?

The journey to emotional wellness is not just about understanding others; it is about understanding our triggers and responding from a place of healing rather than hurt.

Sometimes the greatest gift we can give ourselves is this reminder:
📌A delayed response is not always rejection.
📌 Silence is not always abandonment. ,📌And your worth is not determined by how quickly someone replies to your message.

16/06/2026

SPECIAL APPRECIATION!

A few days ago, I sent out an open invitation for anyone willing to accompany me to a dinner/Mentorship engagement.
One remarkable lady responded; Francisca Mumina

Just before the event, I was diverted by an emergency call and could not make it on time. With little notice, I asked her to step in and represent me during the panel discussion.

Am so proud to say, she did an exemplary job.Watching her confidently take on the opportunity, apply what she has intentionally learned, and represent with excellence was both inspiring and rewarding.

Moments like these remind me that true growth is not just in acquiring knowledge but in having the courage to step forward when the opportunity presents itself.

Mumina , I am incredibly proud of you. Your commitment to learning, your willingness to serve, and the confidence with which you showed up are a testament to your growth and potential.

Keep following intentionally. Keep learning. Keep showing up. The future is bright, and this is only the beginning.
Proud mentor moment. ♥️🎉👏🏾

15/06/2026

𝑺𝑶𝑴𝑬𝑻𝑰𝑴𝑬𝑺 𝑴𝑬𝑵𝑻𝑶𝑹𝑺𝑯𝑰𝑷 𝑩𝑬 𝑳𝑰𝑲𝑬..

"My daughter is unable to settle in that school. Please, can you talk to her?"

Those words have become familiar in my work with teenagers. Behind them is often a worried parent, a frustrated teacher, and a young person carrying emotions they do not know how to express.

Many times, parents have tried everything! encouragement, discipline, rewards, even changing routines, but nothing seems to work. Then comes a simple request: "Can you talk to her?"

I remember one parent who called me with deep concern. Her daughter was struggling to adjust to the school environment. She felt lonely, disconnected, and wanted to leave.
The parent was at their wit's end.

We sat down and talked. Not about grades. Not about rules. We talked about her fears, her hopes, her disappointments, and what she was experiencing beneath the surface.
Later that day, the parent reached out again.

"For once, I left her smiling in that same school. The talk really helped." 💝🥹🙂

That message reminded me of something powerful: sometimes young people do not need solutions first. They need someone who will listen without judging, understand without dismissing, and guide without forcing.

Many students are not struggling because they are difficult. They are struggling because they are carrying emotions they do not yet have the words to explain.

A listening ear can change a mindset. A conversation can restore hope. A little understanding can transform a young person's entire school experience.
Never underestimate the power of one meaningful conversation.

To book a session for your teen, reach out on 0780 312435

14/06/2026

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FROM LECTURE HALL TO BOARDROOMS - Navigating the Journey from Student to Strategic Leader. Thank you Hallmark Institute of Professionals for the partnership It was great contributing to this conversation at the JKUAT HUMAN RESOURCE STUDENTS ASSOCIATION ✍️Success is not determined by where you st...

06/06/2026

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SCHOOL FENCE SYNDROME There is a silent condition affecting many parents of children in boarding schools; I call it School Fence Syndrome. Physically, you are at home, at work, in church, or running your business. Emotionally and mentally however, you are living right at the school fence. 📌You wo...

06/06/2026

𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐎 𝐁𝐄 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐇𝐑 𝐆𝐀𝐋𝐀 𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐑 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

I am delighted to join fellow HR and leadership professionals as a Guest Speaker at the HR Gala Dinner 2026.

This promises to be an evening of networking, learning, inspiration, and celebrating excellence in the Human Resource profession.

As we navigate a rapidly changing world of work, conversations around leadership, people development, talent management, wellness, coaching, and the future of work have never been more important.

I look forward to sharing insights and engaging with HR practitioners, leaders, students, and professionals who are passionate about transforming workplaces and impacting lives.
📅 Date: 6th June 2026
📍 Venue: Rainbow Ruiru Resort
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
👔 Theme: Black with a Touch of Gold

See you there as we connect, learn, and celebrate the profession that shapes organizations through people.

06/06/2026

𝑯𝑶𝑾 𝑫𝑰𝑫 𝑰 𝑮𝑬𝑻 𝑯𝑬𝑹𝑬?🥹🙂💝♥️

A few years ago, someone sat in a room and decided that I was not adding enough value.
Plans were made to have me removed from a position I held. When I learned about it, it hurt deeply.
Not because I thought I was perfect, but because I knew how much of myself I had poured into that work.

Today, as I look at the invitations to speak, train, mentor, coach, lead webinars, address students, engage professionals, and sit at tables I once only dreamed about, I find myself asking the same question my mentees keep asking me:

"How did I get here?"
The answer is not talent alone. It is not connections. It is not luck.
✍️I got here because I refused to allow rejection to become my identity.
✍️I got here because when doors closed, I built capacity instead of bitterness.
✍️I got here because every setback became a classroom, every disappointment became a lesson, and every tear became fuel.

The people who doubted me did not know what God had deposited in me. And truthfully, at times, neither did I.

Looking at these opportunities, I am overwhelmed with gratitude. Not because I have arrived, but because I have witnessed what persistence, growth, faith, and purpose can do.

If you are in a season where you feel unseen, undervalued, overlooked, or rejected, please remember this:
The opinion of a few people about your value is not the final verdict on your life.
Keep growing. Keep serving. Keep learning. Keep showing up.

One day, you will look back and realize that what almost broke you was actually preparing you.
And you too will ask:
"How did I get here?"
Then you will smile and remember that you never gave up.

04/06/2026

The wife is my kind of Woman

Asunta Juma your dose is usually bitter but necessary 📌💝

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03/06/2026

💝🎉Transforming Lives!

Something exciting is coming up this weekend!

I am honored to be the Guest Speaker at the JKHRSA HR Gala Dinner taking place this Saturday at SkyView Opal Hotel, Ruiru.

Human Resource professionals continue to play a pivotal role in shaping healthy workplaces, developing talent, and driving organizational success.

I look forward to engaging conversations, networking, and sharing insights on leadership and professional growth.