Healing After Politics Destroyed Me : Peace Returned
In Kenya, politics can lift a person high, but it can also crush them silently. Martin was once a respected young leader in his county, full of hope, ambition, and the belief that he could change lives. He joined campaigns, spoke in rallies, and became known as the voice of the youth. But as elections approached, the world he entered turned darker than he imagined. Friends became enemies overnight, promises became traps, and threats began arriving like unwanted visitors.
When the results were announced, Martin lost. What followed was worse than defeat — humiliation, betrayal, and abandonment. Those who once praised him stopped answering his calls. He fell into depression, locking himself indoors, replaying every mistake, feeling as if his future had ended. The stress affected his body, his sleep, even his ability to pray. He felt spiritually broken, like politics had stolen more than his reputation — it had stolen his soul.
Traditional healing practices were suggested by elders, not as superstition, but as cultural restoration for a wounded spirit. Martin agreed to cleansing rituals meant to remove bitterness and restore emotional strength. Through herbs, prayers, and guidance, he slowly began releasing anger and shame.
Weeks later, he returned to his community differently — not chasing power, but seeking peace. He began working with youth groups, helping others avoid the same emotional destruction. Politics did not kill him. Healing brought him back.
