Kenyan actor and musician Pascal Tokodi reached out to fans during the festive season with a deeply compassionate message for those facing tough times. Sharing on his official Instagram account on Friday, December 26, 2025, Tokodi encouraged people to give themselves grace and recognize that it is okay to acknowledge struggles, even during a time typically filled with celebration.
“If Christmas doesn’t feel merry this year, don’t force the smile…. Just breathe. You’ve survived so much already. That’s enough for today…. Sending hugs,” Tokodi wrote, offering comfort to anyone feeling overwhelmed. His words remind Kenyans that surviving hardships is an accomplishment, and it is perfectly acceptable to honor one’s emotions rather than mask them.
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Pascal Tokodi’s message echoes similar sentiments shared by social media influencer and entrepreneur Gloria Ntazola, who posted on her Instagram account on Thursday, December 25, 2025. Ntazola focused on those struggling financially during the season, reassuring her followers that lavish celebrations are not required to appreciate the festive spirit.
“Hey, if you don’t have money for Christmas, you need to understand it’s very much okay. You did well; you are alive, being alive and healthy is such a flex,” Ntazola wrote. She emphasized gratitude for life and good health, highlighting that many lost loved ones this year or remain in hospitals waiting on God. Ntazola encouraged followers to appreciate their blessings, no matter how small, and to engage in simple acts of gratitude, such as sharing a meal or attending church.
“There are so many loved ones we lost through death; some are stuck at the hospital with no hope just waiting on God in a sick bed,” she added. “You are not sick, you are not dead. In 2026, we will try to walk the journey again, so go out, get something little to eat and go to church, tell God you are grateful. Good things will happen to you, and God loves you.”
Both Tokodi and Ntazola’s messages highlight a shared theme: resilience and hope during a difficult season. By focusing on emotional well-being, gratitude, and faith, they provide comfort to Kenyans navigating financial, personal, or emotional struggles this Christmas. Their guidance encourages a shift from external expectations of joy to a more personal, reflective, and compassionate approach to the holidays.
These heartfelt reminders underscore that Christmas is not solely about celebration but also about acknowledging survival, nurturing gratitude, and finding peace within oneself, even when circumstances are challenging.
By Modester Nasimiyu