Defying the Odds with Annabel Kemmy

Victim shaming has become increasingly topical around the world. This underscores its importance to societal well-being and justice. Accordingly, I decided to dedicate today's episode of Defying the Odds to victim shaming as a phenomenon and its relationship with the Just world bias. I sincerely hope this agitates our minds enough to warrant a change in our attitudes towards victims of brutality,...

It is Fathers' Day and I'm excited to share my thoughts on how we raise the male child. We often ask "who raised badly behaved men?" and are quick to point fingers at their mothers. I am however, of the opinion that we all have a part to play in raising the male child. If we play our parts as we ought to, we could stem the tide of dealing with badly raised men. I hope you enjoy it. Happy Fathers'...

Many people would argue that they are non-conformists when in the real sense of it, many of us are actually conformists. This is because of our tendency as humans to follow the crowd in spite of our personal convictions. Well, on today's episode of the show, I explored the need for us all to develop an individualistic mindset so as to ignite creativity and become positive history-makers. Enjoy! An...

After the recent news of a woman who took her own life as a result of depression, I decided to finally talk about depression. The aim of this episode of the show is to educate you and encourage you to be a support system for anyone battling depression around you. I wish you well as you commit to being a listening ear and a shoulder to lean on. Annabel Kemmy

Today on the show I elected to talk about a fascinating psychological phenomenon that is quite common to us as human beings; Hedonic Adaptation. I hope that listening to this episode will encourage you to not just adapt to circumstances as they come but to also strive for improvement in the different areas of your life you desire growth. Thanks for listening and please don't forget to rate and rev...

Today's episode takes a look at the wisdom in a popular Nigerian proverb. I however, have my take on how far this adage could be adhered to and the need to tweak it such that we become less reliant on other people when making decisions that will move our lives forward. I hope you find some wisdom in my thought on asking the right questions of ourselves. Enjoy. Annabel Kemmy 

On today's episode of my podcast, I will be telling you a story about my brother who died in March 2005 and his dreams. He had a purpose for his life and from his recently discovered notes, I found that though short, he did live a purposeful life.  The goal is to challenge you to action. What are your dreams? What is your purpose? Have you written them down yet? If not, what are waiting for?...

Today I thought to give you a subtle push to never give up. Even in the face of criticisms and discouragement, you need to stay on course and committed to achieving your life's purpose.  So keep dancing to the rhythm of your own music and let naysayers stay ignorant. Ultimately, success will prove you right. Good luck guys Annabel Kemmy

There is an old but enduring Chinese proverb that goes - “Sāi Wēng Shī Mǎ” . This simply means - “The old man lost a horse”. The proverb has its root in Daoist idea that guides Chinese lifestyle which emphasizes that the only thing that is certain in the Universe is constant change. Today's podcast sheds light on this proverb and relates it to everyday life. I hope it resonates with you. Love alwa...

On this episode, I delved into the amazing power of positive thinking. the purpose for this is to remind you all of the many benefits hidden in the ability to think positively. I have backed up my belief with scientific and historical facts. I hope this convinces you to take deliberate steps towards eliminating negative thoughts for good.  All the best Annabel Kemmy

Have you heard about the Crabs mentality or the Crabs in a Bucket syndrome in psychology? On this episode of Defying the Odds, I discuss the Crabs in a Bucket syndrome in relation to gender based violence and abuse.  I hope you find this beneficial enough to start speaking up for women. Love always. Annabel Kemmy

Today on the show, I share the intriguing story of one of the greatest minds that ever walked our planet, Maya Angelou. He past, her self-discovery journey and her realization of her highest potentials are the reference points for today's podcast. I do hope you find the encouragement and courage you need to face your fears and attain self-mastery. Enjoy. Annabel Kemmy

Today's episode of the show is dear to my heart as it is a celebration of womanhood. I believe that every woman has been given the special gift of motherhood and as such, deserves to be celebrated on this Mother's Day. It doesn't have to matter if they have children or not.  I therefore enjoin you to enjoy today's episode and show some special love to the women in your lives. Happy Mother's D...

The message today is that we should all endeavor to view life essentially through our personal lenses and take decisions in accordance with our personal views. To be all that the Maker of the Universe created you to be, fix your broken glasses, get an expert to help you if necessary, and never rely entirely on other peoples’ glasses for clear vision. View life from your own tailor-made glasses. St...

As humans we are constantly faced with the need to make decisions. These could be minor decisions that relate only to us such as what to eat or wear per time or major decisions that could affect others directly or indirectly. You owe no one explanations when you need to make bold decisions based on your convictions. What you owe yourself and the world is success. So, I dare you to stop explaining...

Hello again friends. Its been 3 months since the final episode of Season 2 aired. Today marks the start of another transformational season of Defying the Odds and i sincerely hope that you find gems in Season 3.  I decided to make this maiden episode a call to action for all the amazing women out there whose dreams have been stalled due to fear and lack of self-esteem. I hope my story of grow...

Hey guys! Can you believe that season 2 is over already? This episode is a bonus episode to ring out the season and share some secrets to recalibrating. It is essential that you take stock of January to November as you right down your aspirations for 2022. I also wish to express appreciation to my listeners from every part of the world. I'm excited for the coming year as we work towards personal d...

On this episode, I talk about one of the major phenomena that plagues women in our society. The tendency to settle for less than we deserve. This is a real struggle for women as we are faced with pressures and fear. I give 5 tips on how to avoid settling and I do hope this episode resonates with you. Check out the transcript on my website : www.annabelkemmy.com and my blog site: defyingtheodds.blo...

Stockholm syndrome is known to be associated with abuse. However, on today's episode of Defying the Odds, I chose to relate this syndrome to the unhealthy bond many have developed with mediocrity. This has limited a lot of women from living excellent lives. I therefore suggest 4 helpful tips to getting rid of Stockholm syndrome as it relates to mediocrity. I hope you find it useful. Enjoy. A writt...

Developing a growth mindset is vital to success in today's world. This episode of my podcast is therefore aimed at simplifying the terms fixed and growth mindset as well as steps which would help one develop the growth mindset. Kindly listen to more episodes of the podcast on www.annabelkemmy.com Follow me on IG : @theannabelkemmy Facebook: Annabel Oh Tik tok: Annabel Kemmy YouTube: Annabel Kemmy

Self-actualization is the highest level of man's hierarchy of needs identified by Maslow. In order to attain this need, it is vital to first discover your purpose in life and pursue it zealously. This summarizes the inspiration I got from a dream I had recently about being given a horse to feed and nurture. I have therefore, identified four tips that would help you on the journey to self-actualiza...

On today's episode of Defying the Odds, I thought to encourage you to never allow harsh criticisms deter you from attaining your goals. Constant criticisms usually take a toll on our self-esteem and confidence but I believe that learning to ignore naysayers is vital on the journey to success.  Kindly check out my blog on defyingtheodds.org  www.annabelkemmy.com

Self love is a life-changing attribute which has in recent times been widely abused and misunderstood. On this episode of Defying the Odds, I briefly explain 6 things people usually misconstrue as self love. Knowing what self love is not, in my opinion,  would immensely help us practice true self love that will in turn promote our individual self-improvement and growth journeys. Enjoy.

Heartbreaks and disappointments are inevitable in life. Ability to however, stay positive despite how you feel is hinged on your knowledge of the fact that you are NEVER really alone in life. This podcast draws lessons from my personal experience with the recent loss of my stepdad. Dealing with a feeling of intense sadness and abandonment was hard but the Universe used it as an opportunity to teac...

Taking back your life and starting on a new slate is often difficult after a major setback like a failed marriage, job loss or health challenges. Ability to  reinvent yourself and develop yourself from the inside out is definitely not an easy task. on today's episode of Defying the Odds therefore, I recommend a few steps that would help you on your quest to reinvent your life, and develop you...