THE JOURNEY OF TRYING TO FIND MYSELF

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In our early 20s this is the time we need to explore and enjoy ourselves, but again it's the period that we are confused, restless, hopeful and also overwhelmed. 

I am Purity Jelagat, but most people call me purity JC. A communication and journalism student currently in second year, at Moi university. Lately I have been caught in a storm of thoughts, trying to understand who I really am and what I'm meant to be.

I have thousands of ideas that light up my mind but implementing them  feels like a punishment, that's the hard part. 

As a student journalist,  I need to build my portfolio to showcase my skills and achievements, demonstrate my value to potential employers and clients, and also present myself as a credible and professional individual in my field . 

When I was in high school, I used to be known as a courageous and flexible student. I was multi-talented ,I could do poetry, singing, acting and public speaking. 

When I chose journalism as a career everyone believed I could do it. That keeps me going even when self-doubt creeps in. I have come to realize journalism is not just a course, it's a process of learning how to listen, how to question and how to tell stories that shape the world. In my journey, I have been  creating  podcast, interview, stories through writing, reporting,  and sometimes I feel like I'm not doing the best, which makes me more confused and not confident about what I'm truly meant to do. 

But maybe, that is  part of the journey, trying, failing, shining, and questioning it all again. I have come to understand that finding myself won't happen all at once. It's not about having everything figured out right now, but about taking small, bold steps forward. Before the year ends, I want to challenge myself to complete at least one project that reflects who I am,

either a story, a short documentary, or even a personal blog. Something that will remind me I'm not lost, I'm just still becoming. And that's okay.

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  1. Derc Powel Okunyo 1 June 2025 at 08:12

    Purity, your words are powerful and real. Feeling lost but still driven is part of growth. The fact that you're trying, questioning, and dreaming means you're already becoming. Keep creating, even in small steps. You're not lost, you're evolving and that’s perfectly okay.

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