Hannah MasilaFrom Nada to Prada with AndelaThere is so much chit chat going around about Andela. Some people are talking based on rumors while others speak based on fact. I am going…Nov 15, 201728Nov 15, 201728
Hannah MasilaRails Girls Introduces Women to Programming in MombasaI started coding in Ruby more than a year ago. I had many resources, both people and paid courses thanks to Andela. The language was way…Nov 10, 20171Nov 10, 20171
Hannah MasilainnestedmindBattling Depression — Relapse phaseIn September 2015, Gabriel left AMREF for Eldoret to clear with the university in preparation for his graduation which was due in December…Sep 15, 20171Sep 15, 20171
Hannah MasilainnestedmindBattling Depression — The recovery phaseGabriel had gone through so much in a very short time, from suicide attempts to being very agitated. Things needed to change before we all…Sep 15, 2017Sep 15, 2017
Hannah MasilainnestedmindBattling Depression — Agitation PhaseMonths after the restlessness phase, Gabriel led a normal life. He even applied for a Bachelor’s degree in Counseling and Psychology at Moi…Sep 15, 2017Sep 15, 2017
Hannah MasilainnestedmindBattling Depression — Restlessness PhaseA few months after Gabriel’s suicide attempt, we noticed a change in his behavior. He had difficulty in concentrating and also experienced…Sep 15, 2017Sep 15, 2017
Hannah MasilainnestedmindBattling Depression — Suicidal PhaseGabriel started receiving weekly counseling coupled with antidepressants at Aga Khan Hospital, Mombasa. The progress was very slow. He…Sep 15, 2017Sep 15, 2017
Hannah MasilaWords Too Painful To SayI get to my house at around midnight. I’m exhausted. All I’m thinking about is sleep. I’m struggling to keep my eyes open as I open the…Jun 15, 20171Jun 15, 20171
Hannah MasilainThe journey to the dark city of depressionBattling Depression — The Final BlowAfter being discharged from hospital, Gabriel got his life back. Well, sort of. He travelled all over the country meeting relatives and…May 19, 2017May 19, 2017
Hannah MasilainThe journey to the dark city of depressionBattling Depression — Relapse phaseJust when I thought Gabriel had fully recovered, I received a call that sent chills down my spine ….Apr 21, 2017Apr 21, 2017