Murugi Munyi, 35 and thriving, shares her most important life lessons

Murugi Munyi, a Kenyan influencer and podcaster, recently celebrated turning 35. She marked the occasion with poignant observations on her life’s path. 

Using social media, the married mother of three revealed 35 life lessons she has already learned—shrewd insights gleaned from development, experience, and self-discovery.

Murugi highlighted the value of resilience, thankfulness, and sincerity. Her writings on self-love, parenthood, and personal growth have served as a voice of encouragement for many. 

1. 1.Growth begins at the edge of your comfort zone.
2. 2. Protect your peace at all costs.
3. 3. What’s meant for you won’t miss you.
4. 4. Energy doesn’t lie—trust your gut.
5. 5. Rest is productive.
6. 6. Boundaries are love, too.
7. 7. Be so confident that it’s contagious.
8. 8. Gratitude shifts everything.
9. 9. Move with purpose, not pressure.
10. 10. You don’t have to explain your “no.”
11. 11. You are the main character—act like it.
12. 12. Some people are lessons, not lifers.
13. 13. Pour into yourself first.
14. 14. Fear is just excitement without breath.
15. 15. Softness is strength, too.
16. 16. Your joy is your responsibility.
17. 17. Alignment over hustle.
18. 18. Not everything deserves a reaction.
19. 19. Silence is also an answer.
20. 20. Stay in rooms where your name is spoken with love.
21. 21. Release what no longer serves you.
22. 22. A healed version of you deserves love, too.
23. 23. Small consistent steps lead to big wins.
24. 24. Speak kindly to yourself.
25. 25. Take the risk or lose the chance.
26. 26. Time spent enjoying life is never wasted.
27. 27. The right people feel like home.
28. 28. Bet on yourself, always.
29. 29. Done is better than perfect.
30. 30. Love should feel easy.
31. 31. You don’t need permission to be happy.
32. 32. Laugh more, stress less.
33. 33. Give yourself grace.
34. 34. You are worthy—period.
35. 35. Life is happening for you, not to you.

Her teachings are extremely relevant to anyone dealing with life’s ups and downs, serving as a gentle reminder to accept the path with poise and confidence.