### 🎙️ Podcast Episode Description: "When Life Feels Heavy"

(Episode Title: When Life Feels Heavy)

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like you're carrying a weight you just can't put down? You're not alone.

In this deeply relatable and compassionate episode, professional counsellor Samuel Mburu sits with you to unpack what happens when life feels heavy.

We move beyond clichés and quick fixes to explore the real, tangible weight of stress, uncertainty, grief, and burnout that so many of us face, especially in the fast-paced environments of Nairobi, Thika Road, and Ruiru.

This episode is for you if:
* You're constantly tired but can't seem to switch off.
* You feel a sense of dread or anxiety about daily responsibilities.
* You're going through the motions but feel disconnected from joy.
* You're supporting others but don't know who is supporting you.

What We Explore Together:

Naming the Weight: Identifying the specific sources of your heaviness—is it work pressure, relationship strain, financial worry, or something else?

The Mind-Body Connection: How emotional heaviness shows up as physical fatigue, lack of focus, or changes in appetite.

Practical First Steps: Gentle, actionable strategies to start lightening the load **today**, without adding more pressure to "fix everything."

Breaking the Isolation: Why sharing the burden (even in small ways) is a sign of strength, not weakness, and how to begin.

This isn't about adding another task to your list. It's about creating a quiet space to breathe, reflect, and find a starting point toward relief. If you're looking for a moment of understanding and a pathway to feeling lighter, this conversation is for you.

Listen now for a compassionate guide through the weight and toward your next step.

Subscribe to "The Counsellor's Chair with Samuel Mburu" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. For more resources or to explore one-on-one counselling sessions in Nairobi, visit [www.counsellorsamuelmburu.co.ke](http://www.counsellorsamuelmburu.co.ke).