Diana Kemunto, a famous online creator, got a lot of attention recently for sharing stories from people in Kenya who admitted they gave others HIV knowingly. Some people praised her for talking about an important issue, but others said she was just trying to get famous.
Kemunto said she hasn’t even shared the worst stories she got yet. She explained she wasn’t doing it for attention but to make people aware of how serious HIV is and to talk openly about being safe.
But sharing these stories has been tough on Kemunto’s mental health. Dealing with such heavy stuff can be really hard, even if you’re trying to help.
It’s important to understand that while it’s good to talk about important issues, we need to do it in a way that respects everyone involved. This means thinking about people’s privacy and not causing more harm.
Now Kemunto has to figure out how to keep talking about HIV while also taking care of herself. It’s not easy, but she seems committed to doing it in a way that’s honest and respectful.
This whole situation reminds us that when we talk about tough stuff, we need to be kind, thoughtful, and careful.