I so feel you Michael. Every word. Thank you very much for sharing The pain and endless tears began with my mum's cancer diagnosis in 2006 In 2009 mum rested, the tears dried up completely and the numbness set in The downward spiral continued - jobless, failed businesses, directionless, hopelessness, despair Completely broke and broken I had no strength left to engage with life or with people Only the bare minimum or absolutely inevitable got attended to by "my ghost" I shut myself in and shut the world out In hindsight I now realize that even when I left, God in His eternal love chased after me Unconditional love from my husband, children, dad, siblings and a few friends A wifi connection, the internet and hundreds of online sermons later The center that was threatening to fall apart did not Towards the end of last year I sensed the season shifting This year I cannot believe how alive and full of life I feel I am so thankful to God for hope revived For second chances For new beginnings GLORY BE TO HIS NAME FOREVER

@stanleynyoro3181

5 жыл бұрын

I share the same frustrations in life. My mum passed 3 months ago and I have been going through hell. It is only that I'm a christian, nothing would have been too difficult to contemplate.

@MoniqKenyUSA

5 жыл бұрын

@@stanleynyoro3181 so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I lost my grandma 3 years ago and have not been able to move forward leave alone accepting it;but nothing compared to the loss of a mother. Sending you hugs and prayers.

@LoveInActionGlobal

5 жыл бұрын

Wise and so true! I could feel the beat in that tone of truth. Thanks for sharing.

@steveykimson3158

5 жыл бұрын

@@stanleynyoro3181 ...loosing a parent is the worst thing can happen. ..I lost my lovely mother over a year ago and since then ma life has never been the same again. ..my world torn a part, she was a great friend and the only genuine love I knew, my confidante and the closest friend I've ever have .Bur I thank God he has been there for me despite all the challenges and my young family . .so when you talk of the loss Stanley I understand it so well. ..it's only God abd counselling will help you but u will still have those moments.. .may the good Lord help us.

@bmihari

3 жыл бұрын

Wow. To God be all the glory

If you are here watching this after the sad demise news, lets condole together. Life is really short. Live dont exist

@alexmachua5568

27 күн бұрын

Yes for me am listening this for very 1st time.Got news of his demise today,I never knew Michael Oyier was going depression before.

@maryngure9711

27 күн бұрын

Rest in peace hero.

@joannemaureen4175

27 күн бұрын

Am here to hear that voice once more ...shine on Mike❤

@hellenmusalia751

27 күн бұрын

Had watched this some years ago but came back after news of Michael's demise. May he Rest in Peace

@hellenmusalia751

27 күн бұрын

​@@joannemaureen4175Me too!

Your wife eulogized you in a very beautiful way she really loved you. Rest in peace.

@violetwaswa5340

16 күн бұрын

Yeah true, she did indeed.

@julietkioko2939

14 күн бұрын

Yes she did

@tfl4963

13 күн бұрын

Indeed she did.

@pamellanuwarinda7554

7 күн бұрын

True just watched her. Rest in peace

@isabelaogwoka6117

4 күн бұрын

Rip 😢

This has left me in tears because I identify with Michael's pains (RIP my favorite news anchor - sorry we did not celebrate you enough when you were alive. For seven years I wondered in the wilderness with no place to call home. I struggle to make peace with realities that I never new would ever befall me. A graduate with no job and could not land any, let alone an interview, a single mum hitting pillars to posts (note the plural). Time passed and the situation got worse and I ended back in the village in my late mother's house (stayed there for close to two years - locked up in that house crying and helping in village chores like threshing maize during harvest etc) - little did I know that I dipped into depression. The pain was worsened by endless abuses from the father of my two daughters - unfortunately I took them all in and this sunk me further into a state of hopelessness as he endlessly penned humiliating texts - going to an extent of saying I did a cheap course (Sociology and Philosophy) at the university and will only end up as a third or fourth wife to an old mzee in the village. The most painful was him telling me I'm filthy like abortion clots - this crushed me into powder, not pieces. To cut the very very very long painful story short - God changed my life and today I'm an inspiration to many. I'm penning and leaving this here to encourage the world because it's extremely sad that we lost Michael a few years late. Please do not lose hope, God is with us always even in the darkest places. 1. Today I single handedly take care of my two daughters and I've made them very comfortable within my own capacity. (do not let any circumstance define you) 2. With my Sociology that was undermined I have since attained a master's degree and I travel the world an ESG/Sustainability Consultant not only changing institutions but touching the lives of many (do not let how anybody treats or what they say about you affect you - it's simply a reflection of their character) 3. I have supported building churches for different ministries to thank God for having saved me from total destruction since even if I sort therapy there'd be no money to pay the huge bills, I've written more than 20 prayer books based on different challenges I faced in different stages of this painful journey, and I know soon they will be a blessing to many across the nations - (don't let any circumstance or anybody put a limitation to how far you can go in life) 4. Life is short - make the most of every second, today all that counts to me is making each day count for the sake of giving my children the best, serving humanity and living a last legacy for generations to come - get the courage to forget the past no matter how good or how painful - it is gone and will never return - enjoy every second and choose you and your happiness at all times. - Philippians 3: 13 Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, Be strong and courageous to give yourself a new beginning in life - remember you have no power to change the past but you have the power to change how you act today to create a beautiful ending of your life story. Focus on doing good, using your words impeccably, not talking things personal, not making assumptions and always doing your best because that way you will maintain and attract positive energy. an Finally remember to guard your heart, mental health issues are real - avoid stress, spread love and love will spread to you. Love you all😘😘🤭

@tokyococo6996

22 күн бұрын

This was so encouraging. Thank you Mercy

@EngageTalk

22 күн бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to share your story, Mercy. It will encourage and inspire many.

@evawangari2417

21 күн бұрын

Thank you very encouraging

@mariamkamburi890

21 күн бұрын

Very inspiring and uplifting

@mercyadero7884

17 күн бұрын

@@EngageTalk thank you very much - together we make the world a beautiful place by lifting each other when we fall.

Am here after listening to His Wifes tribute...May you rest in peace Michael

@TinahLali4821

15 күн бұрын

Same

@NancyS401

14 күн бұрын

Me too. Her tribute and this video just popped up.

@loiceogak9932

13 күн бұрын

Same

@winniepatrick9492

12 күн бұрын

Same to me here

@mercynyambura6444

9 күн бұрын

That woman has invested herself she's ooozzing wisdom.......if i was a man i would marry her ASAp

The Mzungu guy with tears in his eyes when Michael was narrating, how his vision of a father versus the reality of parenting took a toll on him is very deep. Feels like a part of life that so many individuals would actually resonate with.

I met Michael when I was in 4th year of high school. He influenced my decision to choose psychology as a subject. I later met him this December 2023 and told him about it. He was happy. Thank you for your contribution to my life ❤❤ God bless you

Am here watching this enjoying the voice after listening to his wives Dinah tribute 😢Rest in peace Oyier...

@lilliannenamukhosi42

11 күн бұрын

Wife

@ruththalakgale2069

8 күн бұрын

Same here

This is amazing Michael. Sorry, i only listened to this today when you had passed away last month. I'm undergoing the same. I used to work at insurance company 8 months ago. I was fired from work due to an agent malicious intent. I've lost income 1.2M for that period only interms of salary. My friends ran away when wells ran dry. All of them. Tried reaching out to them but they keep telling me how busy they're with their families yet when i had, the used to knock on my door. Party in my house till late night. I also lost a my last hope; my girlfriend. I was left with God with whom i have made several prayers unanswered. I cry a lot. Sometimes suicide thoughts come in but everytime i think of it, i remember my elderly mom at home and keep on rising up looking for job. Its life. Its life. Rest in peace legend.

@dunsonmutiso1309

9 сағат бұрын

You will overcome

Some of the most brilliant minds in the world battle depression on a daily basis. RIP Oyier🎉❤

@pstdorcasndambukiofficial8956

25 күн бұрын

Oh no! This TV ANCHOR passed on??

@user-vu5dv1ej8b

24 күн бұрын

True that

@seleinashurake1498

20 күн бұрын

Yes​@@pstdorcasndambukiofficial8956

@marymasika3736

20 күн бұрын

Indeed it's true. I was amazed at how gentle he was. Rest in eternal peace Mike!

@alicemacharia8738

15 күн бұрын

Yup, the mind is a two edged sword, self awareness is key

This guy was a deep thinker. You can feel it in his speech. Rest well with the angels bro.

I knew Michael from Mamlaka Hill Chapel, albeit not that close at the initial time. I later got to know him closely when I paid a visit to his brother Paul and his wife Lucy at their home. Both of them were our tutors for the Pre-marital counselling classes at our church. The reason why I went to their home was to break news of a broken relationship that had led us to the premarital counselling classes. At that time, depression had creeped in on me after that breakup. I felt lost and hopeless, and I had shut the world, and everything and everyone. On the day I was at Paul's home, Michael had paid a visit to Paul that day. Sheer coincidence. I had finished catching up with Paul. Paul allowed Michael to speak to me. I told me about my depression. He told me that he went through the same. He took me how he managed to get over it. Later that day, I felt relieved. I felt that Michael breathed in me hope when I got to learn of his journey with depression. I saw a second world being renewed in me. After battling it for almost a year, I overcame it around late 2018. His death shook me to the core. Thank you for breathing hope in me, Michael. May you rest in Eternal Peace.

@amarysiaya

15 күн бұрын

Rest in Power Michael. You inspired me to watch the news bulletin.

@saningoolekissmirr1742

14 күн бұрын

it's Soo sad

@bettykeya4990

14 күн бұрын

Wow. May he rest in peace.

@lydiaawuor5170

14 күн бұрын

I hope you're in a better place now, and may Michael's soul rest in peace.

@damakim9296

8 күн бұрын

I hope you thanked him when he was alive....

I didn't mourn my mother the way I should, I fell into depression and my children were the reason I had to pull out from, and once I joined BSF that spirit fell off of me I'm thankful to God for pursuing me to acknowledge that He is the only one who could give me life, now I thrive Amen

@Canadianlove

16 күн бұрын

Depression is a sickness nothing to do with a spirit .

@bettyotieno9566

10 күн бұрын

Cynthia don't mind those who do not understand how God works. Jesus is able to make every yoke light for us. And He puts away every burden and baggage that tries to put us down.

It was Carl Rodgers who said that we are all in the process of "becoming" and it was Martin luther King who said " Only when it is dark enough, can you see the stars". May the lord shine is face upon you michael.

@marythiongo6954

27 күн бұрын

Well said...RIP Michael

@nancyirusaubala4667

27 күн бұрын

Rest in Peace

His wife gave a wonderful tribute. what a great man?may he rest in eternal peace

He was a great man. We once worshipped with him at lavington united church. May God bless you in heavenly glory

Depression sinks you in when you least expect; it's a deep, dark pit of hopelessness. I'm glad we made it, let's help others.

Mr. Oyier you made me realize that sometimes friends are better than relatives and also you cant tell what the donkey feels while puling a cat unless you take the turn...Kudos!!!!

@yvonneshiva2

5 жыл бұрын

vincent rajema I have seen this first hand. Friends can be better than relatives

@jessiemangala6019

5 жыл бұрын

bro, a cat is so light,,,I'm pretty sure the donkey would feel nothing,,, haha

@cn-yg6vf

5 жыл бұрын

Relatives claim you or seek you out when there's something for them to gain. Always be there for someone, you never know when it will be you.

@GtheManHimself

5 жыл бұрын

@@jessiemangala6019 meant CART

@treasureforashes3497

16 күн бұрын

All the time

I'm here crying, the silent battles are the hardest 😭 Love and light. ❤

@cedric2546

23 күн бұрын

❤

@faithwilliams4056

11 күн бұрын

Hugs🫂 and much ❤️ ...indeed they are the most painful 💔 😭

It's hard to believe that someone could be struggling & still manage to look all so together. From now on; I will take time to check on my loved ones & to listen or just be there & available. REST well MICHAEL....

@emmamuchoki746

13 күн бұрын

Please do....depression can present in many forms.Some people will mask it while in public but when alone the world crumbles.

What sad news is this. Michael is a real journalist, an icon who made me glued. Rest peacefully

@enjokikinyungu4088

9 күн бұрын

Pool miss

Michael, your eloquence is exemplary and your testimony is compelling. I pray that you continue to strengthen us as we journey through life.

Sad, he's no more. My deepest condolences to the family & friends. Chronic stress / depression is real, I went through it for 10 months before I was hit by a hamorrhagic stroke that nearly took my life in 2021. Am glad & grateful to God that am alive by His Grace, having been in ICU & bed ridden for months.

@wanjikungaruiya8461

25 күн бұрын

Pole sana

@soaringhigh9604

24 күн бұрын

God of another chance is always n will be with you, trust Him

@EngageTalk

24 күн бұрын

Great testimony! Thank you for sharing.

Thank you for sharing this Michael.

Thank you for sharing. Thank you! You have no idea how this has given me hope.

@SM-wt8rn

5 жыл бұрын

Sending you hugs!

@carolinenjema7225

5 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite presenters... I always wondered where he went... The wounded helpers make the most effective counselors... Keep going 🏃‍♂️

@susanmuthoni1167

5 жыл бұрын

All the best Michael🙏where did he go?

@grammamresh8848

5 жыл бұрын

All the best en be strong

So many people are in depression, I wish they would listen to this.

It's sad that I'm watching this after hearing of your death...rest in peace❤❤❤

Just seen this. Thank you Michael for sharing. This is amazing. This is healing

You're a great inspiration Michael. It is men who rise, fall and rise again. That is life. You're up and ready to face it head on, that's so courageous of you. You have no idea how many souls you've touched just by these ten minutes you've spared. May God strengthen you for you you to know that you sure will and can overcome this and even more.

I can relate to every word you said. Thanks for sharing

I met you in person last year but one when you directed our Shofar concert. I obviously didn't know about the struggle for which i can totally relate. Thank God for His goodness and that He is there even when nobaddy else is. Keep your head up.

Michael "Oh Yeah", the good old days of good reporting. Thank you for the talk.

Thanks for coming out, more people than you will ever know relate to this deeply, and get so much hope.

Sorry for what you went through. I always wondered where you disappeared to. I loooooved your TV reporting. Glad you came out of the dark hole and now helping others too.

You inspired me to stick to a path i didn't know would be my security. I looked foward to meeting you at every students event just for a photo. Those career fairs kept me from tarmacking and opened my eyes to the endless job opportunities for campus students. Thanks

Thank you Mike. Thank God for your life.

Life indeed is unpredictable. I watched this last year when I was going through depression. It was an encouragement. I had to come back and listen again. Rest well my brother.

Inspirational. Thanks Michael for sharing.

Thanks Michael, am inspired.

Thank you for sharing your story Michael.

Michael Oyier...Your story hit me straight at the centre. Thanks man.

Oh no!!! I have just watched this. I do remember that strong confident voice that kept me glued to the screen May God hold your hand Michael. You have spoken to me for sure..

Thank you very much indeed for sharing. Through it, we've seen reflections of the people we periodically become and now have the resolve and determination to at all costs, keep afloat and know life can be enjoyable. All the best.

Thanks for sharing Michael. Glory to God for seeing you through He is our great physician.

Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to our next picture, this time with a much deeper understanding than a simple click.

Depression is nothing to be ashamed about. And it's alot more prevalent than we know. Thankyou for sharing

This is an amazing talk by Mr. Oyier! Thank you for sharing this.

It is not everyday that people (especially men) come out and talk about their sadness and hopelessness; about depression. Thank you for sharing your story and above all for making that decision to get up because of your girls, sometimes that is all the hope someone needs to come out of the darkness

Michael all is well with God.. Soft spoken gentleman I used to watch 📺 when your reading the news.. God bless you mike.

I can relate to this. Thanks for coming out and sharing your battles and struggles in depression life ❤

Was going through the same until recently. Amazing presentation.

Wow, so real. Thank God he saw you through and trusting he will keep you.

Thank you for sharing. Never easy to vulnerable and open. God bless you

Oh la laaa!! I am seeing this 1 year later. Thank you for sharing. I once sat next to you and one of your daughters in the Mamlaka Hill Chapel crèche and as we introduced ourselves you mentioned you had two daughters from different mums. I didn’t put much thought into it and didn’t even suspect you were going through so much. I celebrate your testimony Michael. Thank you for choosing to open up.

Thank you for sharing your story Micheal.God bless your journey

Had to come back here. I remember that year 2006 fondly, when Michael was a force on TV. We have lost a legend.

thanks so much for the share. well relates with my case. thank God he has given me a smile again.

Mike thanks for sharing this I can identify with that. God bless you.

This is so inspiring.am so happy to see you up and alive micheal.God bless you

I have watched Michael Oyier for the first time. I worked with him and trust me, Oyier was a humble guy. He said hey to everyone with a big smile on his face. I did not know he was going through depression. I know the path he has taken will take him further. All the best

Thnx for sharing Michael u are an overcomer keep soaring high n never look back .

Asante for sharing this man.....means a lot.....God bless.

wow so powerful you can not imagine how you have helped people with your beautiful story of hope

I met mike and the sister Olger Oyier many years ago in south C. Their background is so humbling. May his soul rest in eternity 🙏.

Rip my brother.a truly nice soul. Perfect imperfections😢

God Bless You Mr Michael Oyier You are an inspiration

Oh my!! My deepest condolences… I still remember that one phone call you made to me that sobered me up and changed my trajectory… comfort to the entire family and friends

Thanks for this. Helps to know one isn't alone

What an inspiration, it takes unsurmountable courage and forsight to bring private struggles in a public domain. Michael Oyier legacy is etched in stone.

Thanks Michael for Sharing your story, it takes a strong man to deal with private struggles and use your experience to encourage others, depression is a silent killer of many men, God bless you

Rest in Eternal Peace. What a beautiful message you shared.

Thanks for sharing this Michael.

True...there are struggles that most pple go through,though silently... Thanks for sharing...I know you touched a soul...stay blessed brother

Been there. Done that. Bought the tshirt. Lived to tell. Still there... Still telling... God bless & keep yu Michael. Yu are only human. Love thine self. Be true to yu.

Your Eloquence, speaking your truth man Michael I will definitely miss you. Rest in the eternal arms of GOD

Michael you conquered your demons and through it gave many people hope for a better tomorrow. May you fly with angels while watching over your beautiful family.❤

Powerful message! The eloquence and oratory skills were inborn. Outstanding sharing!! Rest well Michael, you left, but your oozed wisdom stays with us.

Why are we so ignorant of what other people go through? Why do we walk away from what they go through instead of walking with them? Thank you Michael for sharing this. You have given hope to someone out there.

@LadyMyriam

5 жыл бұрын

It's nature unfortunately.

@SupaMaish

5 жыл бұрын

You can not blame people for walking away, even they too might be going through things and need people to be there for them too

Thanks Michael for sharing your story. Life is not always fair and is not always a straight line. It is often messy and many of us are a work in progress. It takes great courage to openly admit that you have struggles and that you are working through them. God has an amazing purpose for all our lives, our challenges notwithstanding. It is interesting in the Book of Revelations when Jesus is addressing the seven churches, he keeps reiterating...."to those who overcome" because we will have trials, tribulations, struggles BUT through the power of the Holy Spirit we will Overcome. God provides for us "Beauty for Ashes" despite what we have gone through. Wishing you God's blessings and strength as you continue this journey of life, Michael.

Thank you Micheal. I have dealt with the same but I was ashamed of speaking out.

This is very encouraging. Personally I am a practising psychologists dealing with such issues. It's a bold step for him. Very encouraging

Thank you for sharing :-) You have no idea how this has spoken to me...Baraka

@wamaithawanjohi957

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the courage to share this, may God help us all

God bless you for sharing! There are many people trapped in that dark hole... you just let them out

Very very nyc voice Micheal, eloquent and inspiring. Dance with the angels. Your work on earth is done, and have fought a good fight. Your story of hope will assist many during their dark moments RIEP😢

It was great knowing you Michael. You inspired me to pick up the pieces and soldier on after I lost my parents and my two sisters. I personally celebrate you sir.

😭😭😭😭😭 Rest in peace the most Articulate person i have ever seen. Thankyou for your presence shine on your way. Very sad. Lala salama

Depression is the malaria of today..most people are sick. Especially because of relationships. May God help us. Thanks for sharing . it gives me hope

Thanks for sharing. Time and hope.

I admired watching him and his accent very professional, no one is perfect, you are strong.

I had the opportunity to spend time with Michael Oyier during what was, from this Engage Talk, the period of his depression. One senses the heavy responsibility placed upon public figures to project the expected image regardless of how they may be. I pray that we will be more sensitive and lenient to famous people...

We need closure and moreso close friends to hold us through ...acceptance in different phases brings healing

@michaelheery7427

5 жыл бұрын

Stop saying ACCEPTANCE you do not know it. Pls

God bless you, Michael! ♥️🤗 That’s so empowering and powerful!

@janekilimo4249

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mike for sharing, l used to see you in church so sad we didn't notice the state you were in. But you are a real HERO.

Hi Michael. Thanks for sharing: it is a critical part of acceptance and new beginnings. Am glad our paths crossed in this life. And yes, in your own words, you must rise again and go on. You see, you are a 'father, an elder brother' to many young girls and boys- because to them you are an inspiration. I know one, who now is 19 yrs old. Still looks up to you. Get up, go on; for that single life you carry touches many.

This story just gave me hope.. "I have to get up." there's always a reason to continue

@kenyacompanies9082

4 жыл бұрын

there is...always..

Thanks for Sharing michael, I know you from Lavington United church where you inspired all,from the main church to the youth and its i believe God is still using you to reach his people. Be blessed and God speed.

RIP Michael Oyier. Journalist par excellence.

@joymuna1575

23 күн бұрын

No better way to put it.he made me love journalism

There is always a reason to continue! Your story gives so much hope!

@EngageTalk

3 жыл бұрын

There always is. Never give up Eliciphia. Keep watch and share on your social media pages. Someone in your circle may need to hear this. Please subscribe to the channel if you haven't done so already.

Thank you! !!! Very honest

My best and favourite anchor in the days

Rest in peace Michael. Your legacy continues. Praying with the family