Being Unemployed & Post-Graduate Depression
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- čas přidán 21. 04. 2021
- In this episode Mercy shares her story
of going through high school, university, graduating
and the struggle that is, trying to get a job.
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Yoooooh!! How is she describing my life story so accurately!!
Just graduated and it's tough. Watching and hearing your friends get jobs while you keep getting rejections is another hit. It gets better i know, when though??
Soon my dear
Feels like my current situation...
Having lots of thoughts..waking up each day not knowing what life holds, people expecting too much from you, now that you're done with your studies. It really sucks!! I just hope I'll get through this soon🥺
Hang in there Faith
Hi faith. It gets better with time, been there and I can't really say I'm at the best place now but it's getting better, I picked myself up one day at a time Hadi form ikajipa tu. Sometimes watu wanaweza dhani you're being ungrateful coz utaanza kuwa compared na msee hakuget chance ya kuenda shule but every struggle is different and real. All the best. Smile 😊
I guess I can do that... Live one day at a time.
Thank you.
@@faithkiruga878 you will testify greatness soon
I totally relate to Mercy's story. I too have gone through that when I graduated with my first tier degree of architecture. I was expected to support myself yet I was to still be in school to complete my second tier of architecture. It has not been easy being the student who is 25 with a degree. I decided to go into freelancing to help me get by. To make ends meet.
Mercy was lucky that she wasn't alone when going through post-graduate depression...she had her parents supporting her. That was a blessing. Many of us find ourselves alone, depressed and very broke. We cry ourselves to sleep to forget about the pending bills and the hunger. Depression is a silent killer. We should speak out more about it. We need to save one another from depression.
Totally agree. It helps to know you're not alone and when we share our stories we can stumble on some solutions as well.
i agree with you am in the same situation
Hey mbarie I would like to know more about your freelancing in a more personal level
I feel like so many of us can relate to Mercy's Story .
Depression and anxiety is so real, it's sad that black families don't take it serious, most families go to an extent of claiming it's all pretence and deem it as weakness...The difference between some is the fact that some people tend to handle it so well compared to others and some even come out quickly compared to the rest.
Am in South Africa, did my high school in Kenya then moved to South Africa to join my family ....And joining varsity in a foreign land was a work out let alone finding a job.
Being foreign is one thing and being a foreign competing for the same position with the locals was a hard nut
Yes! I can imagine how difficult that must have been! So sorry!
I spent the whole day listening to young educated minds say that depression is just something people bring upon themselves and for the rich. It broke my heart and pissed me off so bad. I mean leaving in Kenya I have seen so many young people go through it including myself. I don't know what to do when it comes to such people🥺
Nobody prepares you for the turmoil post_graduation its crazy🙆😢😢.So much to learn and unlearn.Thank you for sharing your story
Thats so so true!
Mercy’s story reminded me of this quote by Steve Jobs - “Have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.”
Very apt quote!
OMG totally relatable...Almost graduating and all my thoughts are always,"Does this shit get better"Let's see
University studies are trully underrated and it becomes more worse when you know you have a talent you can shine upon but no one can sponsor you with any materials to start with or even a capital , thats where depression hits hard
Very true!
She is literally telling my life story
Pole. Very many people have faced this reality. We hope her story makes you feel less alone and wee bit stronger!
Mine too. I just keep hope one day I will do what I always wanted to do
I almost cried as she paused to hold her tears😥
Ever felt so lost in life?....that's where am at. Mercy your story has shed so much light in my life. Grateful i got to watch this.
Hey Annabel...id really like to hear and listen and share with you about your journey..if you could write to me on wanjirumwangi576@gmail.com
There are folks tarmacking 5 years after graduating but somehow they are still hanging in there hoping for better days. Ultimately patience, skill development and how you endure the dark moments makes the difference. When I read Post Graduate I thought she had done a Master. Overall quite encouraging experience
Sigh...I'm a ghost watcher, but I'm really struggling. I hope one day my story also inspires someone. I feel seen by your story cz I made similar steps. Have a degree, I should have stopped earlier, went to try start doing something I wanted. Currently really depressed. Thanks for sharing this though. I feel like I can't see through my life right now. I also can't sleep. Cry all the time. Get so angry. Hate waking up. Spend the day in my room..etc
Thanks so much for sharing this. It's really hard talking to people when you feel like you're so ashamed of being who you Are, & just wish you were normal so you could just make the choices normal people make to just get through life. Anyway, I totally agree it does make you understand & see people. You stop seeing life as black & white.
Once again, thanks for sharing. It's so crazy to here someone speak your experience. I deeply understand the high operating thing...to keep people off your back
💖💖💖
Been there Anne Marie and still there at times (like this week). From my experience, it gets better. You have good days and bad days, WHAT i can tell you is that when you have a good day, do the absolute most. Also find a hobby, I hope we get better all of us
I identify with her so much I feel like I've been drowning slowly without noticing. I wake up and I feel like I'm just floating on a boat. Damn this life.
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I totally relate to her story. For anyone going through the same, it gets better ❤️.
This is the ABSOLUTE story of my life. Even after doing a Masters it's still a struggle to get employment
I can totally relate to her story. completed my 1st degree knowing that this is not the right programme for me but the pressure of finishing and being the 1st graduate a home kept me there. Fast forward did a post graduate with the hope that I will eventually get employed or stand a better chance, still no employment. Just like Mercy some days I would just wake up angry at everyone, stayed in my room all day, didn't go out or visit friends and family. Fast forward I got a temporary job although its not where I want to be but I'm learning as much as I can and exploring this path.
Sending more power to your journey Miss b!
I wanted to study law or a business related course but found myself in IT. In highschool I was one of the smartest in class but now in campus I am struggling academically. I get it when you say your esteem was ruined because mine was too but after listening to you I feel different, you've reminded me that am still smart it's just that I can't be smart in everything and in this case I'm not smart in IT.
Heard this story from the podcast first, and it really drew me there. What an important story for young graduates!
True! Very important story!
It's as if she has told my story from what she was in high school to the course she did and even life after graduating. Everything is so similar. Thank you for this
Oh! Thanks for watching!
Cant begin to explain how much i relate to this.
Super relatable! this is the life of most graduates. I think what got me out of this was me willing to take up any position and doing it so well that there is a difference between yourself and a non- graduate. But I would advice anyone today that if the course your parents take you to do in Uni doesn't impress you, try talk to them and get yourself out...fast! Unless it is a parent who is completely not understanding or their financial position doesn't allow, 80% of the time they will listen to you coz they know it is a choice that will help you eventually. I always thank my mum and dad for having listened to me when I said I wanted to change my course- and they had paid the whole fee. so also parents sometimes need to be cool like that.
She's so well spoken 💯
And about the depression bit and getting agitated and angry with people around home plus not talking to friends, I get it.
Thank you so much for sharing your story, you've given hope to many of us.
She really is! Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for sharing your story Mercy! ❤
Thank you! It's comforting to know that this is a process that most if not all of us go through, the transition.
First, the yellow. mmhhh mmhhh. The academic struggle in campus is underrated. Mercy thank you for telling this story
Thanks for watching Winnie!
So underrated
Thank you Mercy for sharing your story. I could totally relate to every bit of this story .
Mercy's story is really engaging. Honestly, I never imagined I wasn't alone. Since I graduated last year from a University in Karen. Nearly every experience I have had is relatable to Mercy's. Depression and anxiety are real more especially if you are a firstborn, you have papers and all the crucial, but still, your progress is a matter of an inch.
Instablaster.
Totally relate with having to do a course you didn’t want. I had to find my own path. I am glad that you are doing better now. I think we need an up haul of the system, young people need flexibility and to be heard too, thank you for being a voice.
Just graduated last month with the wrong course and most nights am just staring at the ceiling wondering how im gonna get through this if at all i will....at some point i was even convinced my best way out is doing business but ata capital hakuna....so am just back to being a full time sit-at-home daughter....it really sucks man
My goodness! I can totally relate to her story. May God see us through this life😭
Yoooooh!! How is she describing my life story so accurately!!
Graduated last month and it's tough. Watching and hearing your friends get jobs while you keep getting rejections is another hit. It gets better i know, when though??
I relate with her story, I went through the exact same thing, though I am slightly older. Once you come out of that stage you stronger and are able to confidently tell someone that It will get better.
I think that's an amazing documentary to publish. Especially because there isn't that much information about NOT getting a job in Kenya which make sit so much more harder to understand for people who don't get it and don't understand why they don't get them.
God bless her soul. Thank you so much for sharing. I’m courageous to now continue this journey.
We're glad her story offered you some strength to keep going!
A huge number of us can relate💔, still stuck in the those mind spiraling times... Quite alarming but THIS TOO WE SHALL CONQUER.
Yes you will!
This is so relatable...taking people for the documentary i am in for it!
This is so powerful, thank you for giving so many voices a platform to share their stories.
Thanks for watching!! :)
Adele i love you.
And Mercy, thanks for sharing your story, its done so much for me that you will never know. God bless you!
Thank you for watching!!
Aki I remember her story from the podcast.I'm so happy it's working out for her. Proof that it get better not today but eventually.
Yup, eventually!
I have related with about 90% of this story and for sure ,it does get better
It really does!
Telling your story gave others so much light 🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️. Thanks for sharing
So true!
I hope that we'll live to be parents that embrace change and a bigger picture to studies and passions of our children.
I understand those mid sighs soo much, I UNDERSTAND them.
OH MY GOD THIS IS SO EMOTIONAL
It is so motivating to know that someone else has gone through the same experience as I have undergone. Thanks for sharing your story Mercy.
Yeah makes you feel less alone. Thanks for watching Natasha!
@@LegallyCluelessAfrica Turns out I am in the same Campus as her. I will be graduating in Feb this year. Her story was so inspiring.
Oh wow. I needed this TODAY. Thank you sm for sharing your story Maureen. Thanks Adelle. Bless you
Thanks for watching Mercy's story :)
Opps!
I said Maureen and it's Mercy@@LegallyCluelessAfrica
Oh my heart❤❤😭We not only share first names but also my story is so similar to yours its crazy.Thank you for sharing ❤
Oh wow! What a coincidence! Thanks for watching!
♥️🙏
This is such a touching story. Mercy if you read this, kindly get in touch. ❤️
Hey!!...
@@mercywanjiru7017 hey mercy did you seek any counseling to help you cope and understand your experiences well? If you did can you please share some free counselling services
Thanks for sharing this....I believe the documentary you've mentioned would really be of great help.
Thanks for watching :)
I really hope she does the documentary too
This is exactly what I needed to get through this phase of figuring life out.
Glad it helped Terry!
We just graduated last year what we going through God knows
Hang in there pole sana!
The more I listen to your story the more I see myself in that same exact situation. Thank you for sharing 😌🙂
im really happy you relate to it. Id really like to hear your story.
id really like to hear your story if you can write me on wanjirumwangi576@gmail.com
Mercys story is my story...I totally understand what it means ....the depression..the covid 19 thing impact ,the frustration anxiety, pressuuuure😭😭it's just so hard.manzee it's tough but okay
I can relate to this story on so many levels
At least you had a dad who knew people... Now imagine what you went through, plus you come from a family where no one knows someone. How do you even move forward. You were waaay luckier than many recent graduates out there. Be thankful
I was lucky for sure!...the story tho' is about post graduate depression and venturing into the wrong degree....
@bill Constant , that's true, but that doesn't invalidate her experience. She equally had a difficult time, and I am glad she was courageous enough to share her story with us.
@@chebetkimutai6168 if you read my comment, no where did I discredit her experience. It was my opinion that she is luckier than many, if not most of recent graduates. That's was the main point. I like her response. Yours is more defensive and you are introducing your own things that aren't even contained in my comment. She had already answered me, don't know why you felt the urge to poke your nose. I was addressing her and she responded. That was enough.
@Bill Constant, true, it's the worst experience
I am happy for you my dear. Awesome story takes balls to step out from the shadows.
Very true! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for sharing this. I'm also going through a similar story. Things have never worked well, they way I used think. So, I learnt to flow with the situations. Thank you ❤🥰
You're welcome - thanks for watching!
Hey!!! Id really like to hear about how the journey is going so far...kindly write to me on wanjirumwangi576@gmail.com
I heard this on the podcast but it's good to see this on youtube. Her story is exactly the same as mine but will get through it.
Id really like to hear your story🙏
@@mercywanjiru7017choose a platform I will tell you.
Thanks for sharing your story❤❤❤
Right! We're so glad she did!
thank you for sharing your story..i absolutely relate with you..mental unhealthiness is really overlooked at this day and age especially in our set-ups, by guardians and even those going through it..I'm so glad you finally landed a job in your dream field..you'll hack through well, you've made it this far :-)..keep leaning on God, He does take care of all the mess..I totally support your documentary idea..a good platform to share these stories..
The hustle of getting employment pushes you to spaces you never knew you could be, i hope it gets better for me too. 😢
Came at the right time. I graduated last month, I'm basically trying to figure my shit out. I hatred my course since day one. Mercy's story is related on all levels. I'd say I feel relieved knowing that I'm not alone and it's gonna be okay.
Yes! That always helps. Sending good vibes your way Kent!
@@LegallyCluelessAfrica Thank you, Adelle.
I feel like I am not alone in this..i get so depressed sometimes 😞 I shut everyone out and go into my own zone but I know I will get through this
You ain't alone we here
Heey...id like to listen to your story, if you could write to me on wanjirumwangi576@gmail.com
As Mercy says, confiding in someone close to you can really help. And yes you will get through it!
So relatable. Thanks for the encouragement 👍🏽
Thanks for watching Joe!
I can totally relate with her, currently undergoing through this.
Hang in there!
I really liked this talk, I think it applies to everyone. (no matter their situation)
Thank you for sharing this❤️
Thanks for watching!
This is the story of so many graduates. This is my story.
A perfect interview... Perfect
Thanks for watching!
Love it.
Great job Adelle💯
Thank you. Mercy is amazing!
Am happy your story ended well❤❤ .
I hope your dad sees this video so that you can have a much needed conversation .He(and his approval) seems to weigh very heavily on you on your decisons.this convo may help you forgive him where you need to,also understand him and and where he was coming from.Our parents can be overwhelming as they care to get us to do what they see is best (in their opinion and almost always its from a point of love)and most importantly from the conversation u will release urself(mentally especially)to do u.
Sometimes it is about them reliving their lives through their children.
Thanks for sharing your story and wisdom🦋. Love this video from Rwanda.
Oh yaaay thanks for watching!
Mercy is really talented,a good speaker.I love listening to her on Radio🤗
We agree!
Which radio station is she in?
This is so relatable.
This is so inspiring 😍
I know life outside campo might be hard, but we have to keep on and NOT GIVE UP on our dreams.
There's light at the end of the tunnel! 💫
Very true!
Maaan.....I feel you.. happy for you ❤️.
Also...I learnt alot about forgiveness.. definitely made me a better person.
Am an arts person. I did a science course. Worst decision ever. But am more self aware.
Parents, listen to your children please. Resist getting lost in what you aspire for them to be. What do they want? Then help them through that
I also did finance, I hated it mostly. I still hate it. But I am still finding myself slowly ...
Oh wow. This is literally me rn since i just finished my degree and my passion lies in something else
Me too bro
I would really pray she does that documentary.... Please
Amen
Thankyou so much for this. I am in this season. Its tough. I am tired.
Hang in there!
This story hits so close to my situation,except I did Bachelor of Commerce in law as a degree.
Hang in there!
Never related to a story like this
That depression is REAL
Still there I'm hoping for better days
We're hoping for better days for you Ashley!
OMG I love her!!
Such a sweet soul❤
Facts!
You got this Ciru! Your stars are aligning!And oh you’re so articulate 😍!
We agree!!!
Thanks Oly🙂
I can relate, I did so well in mathematics, I wanted to be a nurse, everybody thought I should do accounts. So I did Bcom.
Wow, thank you for your share. Blessings
Thanks for watching John!
currently living like this rn,am like yeah am.okay however waking up everyday is more discouraging ,no job, no internships for me,am like I should have just dropped out or something. However I keep a little hope alive,maybe it will work out,maybe it really will. I just hope soon rather than later.
I've got this.
Yes you do♥️♥️
Youve g@this 🙏🙏
YES YOU DO! :)
Same story l piled up my accounts units Finnished my theory !!! Girl l feel you but l did human resources management now am working on employee relations and right for employee rights interms of performance!! It's a weird season in our life
It really is...id really like to hear more of it....if you can email me on wanjirumwangi576@gmail.com
I can totally relate. I am going through it now so it ring the bell home
Hang in there!
Id like to listen to your story...if you could write to me on wanjirumwangi576@gmail.com
Went through the exact same thing in 2020 after school in 2019
It's so hectic!
MERCY I remember you from high school 😍. Beautiful soul ❤️
She really is!
Is that Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls?
@@jackieweru3462 💯💯yes it is
Thanks Tabby♥️
🥺🥺 I’ve walked this exact steps.
Story of my life 😪
Hang in there! Hope you get a breakthrough soon!
100% relate to the depression
Wow, I like how this ended
Yes we're glad for her too!
I can totally understand and relate.Same thing happened to me.
Hang in there Sarah!