Life in the public eye often looks perfect from a distance, but for former Machakos first lady Lilian Nganga, the reality was very different after her breakup with former governor Alfred Mutua.
The mother of one has now opened up about a personal struggle many people did not know she was carrying. Speaking in a recent online video, Lilian admitted that there was a time she felt ashamed of the chapter of her life connected to politics and her past relationship.
According to Lilian, those feelings became clear after she received a call from a woman who wanted to interview her about the book she wrote after leaving her relationship. Instead of feeling proud, she said her first reaction surprised even herself.
She recalled questioning why someone would want to discuss the book, almost pretending she was no longer an author. The moment forced her to reflect deeply on why she was trying to distance herself from something she once worked hard to create.
Lilian explained that after the breakup, she wanted to move on quietly because of the criticism and online attacks she constantly faced. She feared that continuing to talk about the book would make people think she was still emotionally attached to her past.
However, with time, her thinking slowly changed. The media personality revealed that she has now made peace with her journey and no longer feels embarrassed by the experiences that shaped her life.
She also shared exciting news with her followers, saying the book is returning as an eBook on Amazon. Lilian described the decision as a meaningful way to preserve her story and leave behind something her children can one day look back on with pride.
While speaking to fans, she encouraged people not to run away from their past mistakes, painful moments, or old chapters. According to her, every experience plays a role in shaping the person someone eventually becomes.
Her honest confession quickly sparked reactions online, with many Kenyans praising her courage and maturity. Some admired her openness about healing, while others reminded her that there should never be shame in personal growth or starting over.
Away from the conversation about her past, Lilian has also continued sharing bold opinions online. Recently, she criticised celebrities who post shopping receipts to display how much money they spend, saying such habits reflect unnecessary attention-seeking.
Even so, her latest message carried a softer and more reflective tone. It reminded many people that healing is rarely loud, and sometimes the hardest journey is simply learning to accept the person you used to be.