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Two major issues have been brought up by the high cost of living. First, the rising oil prices globally have been made worse by the ongoing Russia-Ukraine fights and the depreciating shilling. The second one is the increasing food prices due to the ongoing drought in some parts of the economy. The challenge has been made worse by the fact that some people are still recovering from job losses and income reduction brought about by the Covid-19 pandemic. Another obstacle on the journey to recovery is the fact that we are in an election year. Though businesses have been showing some signs of recovery, there is still a lot that needs to be done to put economic recovery back on firmer footing. With all the above aff­ecting the investment landscape the question that comes to mind is what is it that needs to be done to make it easier for people to continue on their wealth creation journey. Below are some of the key tips: Be discipline and consistent:   Despite the hard times, c...

A little 30-minute exercise could not only improve your mood and brain function but could also potentially benefit people with depression. The effect of physical activity on the brain's stress response may be particularly relevant in those with stress-related psychiatric conditions. This is not to suggest that exercise is only effective in those with depression or anxiety, but we found that these patients seem to derive a greater cardiovascular benefit from physical activity. With the onset of the pandemic, rates of both depression and anxiety have risen and heart disease remains among the leading cause of death in Kenya. When one thinks about physical activity decreasing cardiovascular risk, one doesn't usually think of the brain.Even a little bit of regular physical activity can make a difference in terms of cardiovascular risk. Any amount of exercise is helpful, particularly for those with depression or anxiety. Not only will physical activity help them feel bett...