Wisdom On Tap

Podcast by Anne Mbugua

Wisdom On Tap

Wisdom on Tap is the podcast that celebrates the wisdom of women! Join us as we share inspiring stories and monologues that illuminate the experiences of women. Discover how to tap into your wisdom and share it with others - empowering yourself and inspiring those around you. Tune in to be uplifted, motivated, and reminded of the incredible impact you make.

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Latest episodes

01 June 2025

Kindness — The Strength in Softness

#31. In this episode, I, Anne Mbugua, continue the 5-part series honoring my mum by exploring the power of kindness—a gentle strength that shapes lives and builds connections. Sharing what kindness means, why it matters, and how small acts can have a big impact, especially when no one is watching. Kindness isn’t passive; it’s a courageous choice to show up for others with empathy and grace.

3 Key Takeaways:

- Kindness is strength wrapped in softness: True kindness requires courage and resilience, not weakness.
- Small acts matter: Simple, quiet gestures of kindness can profoundly impact people who feel unseen or unvalued.
- Choose connection over reaction: Practicing kindness fosters wisdom by prioritizing people’s dignity above opinions or outcomes.

Reflection:

What’s one small act of kindness you can offer today—especially when no one else is watching? Because sometimes, all it takes is one kind person to remind someone they truly matter.

And remember — your story matters!

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Drop me a line: wisdomontappodcast@gmail.com

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18 May 2025

Perseverance — The Long Haul of Love

#30. In the first episode of this deeply personal 5-part series, I, Anne Mbugua, reflect on one of the most profound lessons my mother taught me: perseverance. Through her journey—especially after losing her sight—my mum showed me that perseverance isn’t loud or showy. It’s steady. It’s the quiet decision to keep going when life gets hard. It’s choosing joy, hope, and presence again and again.

💡 Key Takeaways:

- Perseverance is choosing to keep going, even in the face of loss or uncertainty.
- My mother didn’t allow her blindness to limit her joy, curiosity, or generosity.
- Perseverance is essential to wisdom—it turns what we know into how we live.
- Tiny steps forward are still progress.
- We grow stronger not by avoiding difficulty, but by moving through it with grace.

🛠️ How to Cultivate Perseverance:

- Set small, realistic goals during hard seasons
- Celebrate small wins
- Surround yourself with people who help you remember your “why”
- Take breaks, but don’t quit

🧠 Reflection Question:

When was the last time you wanted to give up but didn’t? What helped you keep going?

And remember — your story matters.

If you enjoyed this podcast, consider showing your appreciation:

· Anne loves coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wisdomontap

· Leave a review wherever you listen.

Drop me a line: wisdomontappodcast@gmail.com

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04 May 2025

The Norms We Break

#29. In this episode, Anne Mbugua shares a childhood story that may sound wild — eating half a mini tub of Vaseline to win a dare and earn a week on her brother’s prized BMX bike. But beneath the mischief was something deeper: a desire to prove herself, test her limits, and challenge the norms set around her.

We explore:

✅ What social norms are and why we care about them

✅ How childhood challenges can shape adult resilience

✅ Why doing something outside the norm can feel scary — but also deeply empowering

I reflect on how that same guts and grit attitude has guided me through adulthood, helping me navigate change, uncertainty, and risk with bravery and curiosity.

Key Takeaways

Norms shape us but don’t have to define us. We have the power to question and reshape the rules we live by.
Bravery comes in all forms. It’s not always dramatic; sometimes it’s in small, unexpected acts that build our resilience.
Failure is part of growth. When we step outside the norm, we open ourselves to both failure and success — and both are valuable teachers.

If you enjoyed this podcast, consider showing your appreciation:

· Anne loves coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wisdomontap

· Leave a review wherever you listen.

Drop me a line: wisdomontappodcast@gmail.com

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20 April 2025

One Year In. Mic Still On

#28. In this special anniversary episode, Anne Mbugua reflects on one year of podcasting — the lessons learned, the growth experienced, and the wisdom gained along the way. From stepping out of her comfort zone to making time for joy, she shares five honest takeaways that go beyond the mic and into everyday life.

✨ Whether you’re starting something new, craving change, or just in need of a reminder that it’s okay to begin before you’re ready — this one’s for you.

In this episode:

- Why reinvention requires discomfort
- The value of time — and how to spend it well
- Starting before you feel “ready”
- Reclaiming joy and making space for what you love
- How consistency builds confidence

🎧 Tune in and let this be a reminder:

You’re allowed to start. You’re allowed to grow.

And you’re allowed to take up space — one word, one step, one episode at a time.

If you enjoyed this podcast, consider showing your appreciation:

· Anne loves coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wisdomontap

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Drop me a line: wisdomontappodcast@gmail.com

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06 April 2025

Lessons from a Bulldog with a Bone

#27. In this heartfelt episode, Anne Mbugua shares a childhood memory involving the family bulldog, Tank—a moment that left both a scar and a lifelong lesson. Through this story, we explore the powerful truth that real growth often begins where comfort ends. From learning to respect boundaries to embracing the discomfort that leads to self-awareness, this episode invites you to reflect on how your challenges may be shaping you.

✨ Key Takeaways:

- Growth and comfort rarely coexist.
- Discomfort is a sign you're moving toward something meaningful.
- Boundaries are important—for others and ourselves.
- Stepping outside the familiar is where growth begins.

💭 Is your discomfort a sign of growth?

If you enjoyed this podcast, consider showing your appreciation:

· Anne loves coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wisdomontap

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Drop me a line: wisdomontappodcast@gmail.com

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23 March 2025

Chased by Bees, but Never Defeated

#26. In this episode, Anne Mbugua shares a childhood story of being relentlessly chased (and stung!) by African killer bees—but never letting fear stop her from enjoying the things she loves. From feeding goldfish to sketching in the garden, she refused to let setbacks keep her from joy.

Takeaways:

Challenges and setbacks will come, but we can’t let them steal our joy. Keep going despite the obstacles.
Pain and discomfort are part of the journey, but they don’t define us—our perseverance does.

Have you faced challenges that tried to hold you back? Share your story with me!

Tune in now and let’s embrace life fearlessly.

If you enjoyed this podcast, consider showing your appreciation:

· Anne loves coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wisdomontap

· Leave a review wherever you listen.

Drop me a line: wisdomontappodcast@gmail.com

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