Dear self: Nim Njuguna writes a letter to a soul under siege

‘Be on guard against compromising your values.’

by Nim Njuguna 11th April 2025

‘Humans are the only species on the planet who follow dysfunctional leaders.’ - Cesar Millan, The Dog Whisperer

Dear self,

I know it’s hard not to feel you are living in politically-deranged times. You are faced with an unprecedented cascade of political failures, which might in the end lead to polycrisis. No wonder your trust in the democratic process is shattered, and at times you are overwhelmed by sadness. No wonder you feel a sense of betrayal: fearful, uncertain, and befuddled, as if your soul is under siege.