PART 1 - I grew up in privilege yet ended up on the streets! - Solomon Kilanga Shared Moments
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You can reach my guest, Solomon Gitau Kilanga on +254715874094
Through his heart-rending story, Solomon takes us on a journey through the twists and turns of a privileged but confusing upbringing, his "harmless experiments" with alcohol as a teenager, and his eventual addiction. Denial and blame games that followed eventually rendered him homeless.
Find his book, " CHOKORA" in Nairobi town at Former Ebrahim mall first-floor shop f1.
It's along Moi Avenue, opposite Imenti house.
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Gitau Kilanga's wisdom and Eloquence is unmatched! A true storyteller in deed.
A great story-teller he is. Kama Mkurugenzi
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Hakuna pa kujificha tena 😁 sasa uje kwenye show ya wazito hapa tuchape story
Yes he's indeed a good story teller. @sharedmomentswithjustus, Kindly bring Abel on the show too
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Parents need to seriously pray for their firstborns, we rly fight battles we don't understand
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In addition, parents need to up their game too. Just give your child time. Plenty of time.
2 minutes in and I already have a life lesson...
'The wound is mine, I should stop the blame game'
Keep digging, there're quite a number 🙏
Man! This is such a sobering conversation. Everyone knows an alcoholic. At this rate, I feel like we all have an alcoholic in the family. In our generation, we have lots of functional alcoholics even in our workplaces. It’s scary to know how the scales can tip with addition of some life pressure and a person becomes completely redundant and dependent on alcohol.
The perspective of male homelessness is also heartbreaking…and absolutely true. How many times have I even said to myself: Why is a completely healthy man out on the streets begging when he could be doing something to earn a living. I have said this from my point of privilege without seeing just how homelessness completely diminishes a person and breaks them down to almost nothing. How if they cannot even get documents like IDs, they are pretty much screwed before they even start.
Gitau, your story is so powerful. There is a reason you lived to tell the tale. Especially now that we can see how men live with traumas that they never share, as society keeps heaping expectations on them without a safe space to decompress because they were taught to “jikaza kimwanaume”.
I am also praying for my own loved ones who are on the path of self destruction from alcohol addiction ♥️
@Di Kajigi we're all guilty when it comes to that statement... "Why is a completely healthy man out on the streets begging when he could be doing something to earn a living." So much to learn from this story. Solomon God is using you to change the world in many ways you might not know
This man is a full book to be read by our government, society, and everyone at large..his back ground and where he is today..I can refer him as a life changer if given a opportunity to do so for not only kenya but entre world..this book cannot be assumed in any way..God kept you safe so that today you lead many to his glory..👏👏🙏🙏🙏🙏
The eloquence..still speaks like a rich kid. Thank you for sharing this story…now l know better..
'You look at the logistics and you realise you are not an amoeba and a woman is necessary for the mix' great narrator.
🤣🤣🤣. That was very figuratively spoken !
@@dukeofrideshare You also heard, 'You submit your paperwork' 🤣🤣
..hehehehe. that one also got me. I've had to watch this interview more than 3 times , esp on my low esteem days , and always lifts my spirits up.. 😂😂😂😂😂
This channel tells sobering stories in a calm way and give us hope.
Thanks @Wangechi 🙏
What an eye opener. This story has taught me not to judge the homeless and be kind to them
I am only 21mins minutes into the video and I had to take a pause on 'most vulnerable people are in church' now that was a show stopper right there! Thank you so much.
I hope you managed to finish @Deedee coz part two is something else and is coming up tonight 7.30pm
@@SharedMomentswithJustus Watching right now. Thanks
Such an eloquent and well self -taught man. The devil is the accuser of the brethren. I pray God restores your destiny and you get to experience his will and glory.
This should be put in a book or a movie and commissioned in all Kenyan high schools.
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Check out this trailer - Chokora Chronicles by Solomon Kilanga
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Wow! This is like a suspense thriller..... quite the story teller and comedian..... "In 3 hours we had courted,married and consumated the marriage" "unalewa na chawa zinalewa".... He was gifted right from the beginning common with addicts....can't wait to hear part 2 and 3.... Great story packed with life lessons.. he is co author material ...says a storyteller...ako premier League...wish him the best.. kudos Justus.... told you I like tales by warriors ...
Solomon is a warrior for sure! Wait for part 2 and you'll be amazed by what he's doing! His storytelling skills are 👌
I know one thing that he talked about that am passionate about that I want to write a book about...he would be very resourceful...nikimaliza my many pending stories for justice in collaboration with Justus.....am sure we shall meet authors club yangu still handpicking my hero's.
I know one thing that he talked about that am passionate about that I want to write a book about...he would be very resourceful...nikimaliza my many pending stories for justice in collaboration with Justus.....am sure we shall meet authors club yangu still handpicking my hero's.
Through this story,I seek to speak to men(the young & not so young) who for various reasons and pain seem to believe a solution can be found in alcohol or drugs.
If you know anyone in this situation...kindly forward to them.
It may help them understand that alcohol & drugs only lead to IMMENSE PAIN & SUFFERING as evidenced by my story.
But...God always has a WAY OUT.
Solomon Gitau Kilanga
Solomon you won me from the first day! Your humility, dedication and commitment is on another level. Your skills and talents are unmatched! So proud to be associated with you. Together, we'll demystify the street man mentality and face the pandemic of our time that is alcoholism and drug abuse, with sobriety. Keep wining my friend!
Thank you Solomon for sharing your story. It is packed with lessons. I hope someone will learn from your experience and be saved .
Can you please help my brother? He's been an alcoholic for more than 35 years.
And yet you survived. surely, God had a greater purpose for your life.
Thank you for sharing.
My take home: The most vulnerable people are in church. Your guard is down and you are not suspicious of anyone. You can easily trust anyone who approaches you in church and start addressing them as brother and sister so and so
True 👍
What got me was the part he said that the women you drink with you don't marry them.my heart goes to the young girls clubbing at 30 n above
A story loaded with lessons,...how i wish that the people in my generation can learn that the only solution to issues is approaching them head on ,alcohol and drugs can only create more problems.
True
Pole sana Kaka Solomon, this is so heartbreaking yet eloquent and educative on the other hand. "The wound is there for you to carry, quit the blame game." Thanks for these words.
I can totally relate to the fact that teenagers get lost... My parents used to wonder why I changed so much from the 'good girl' they had yet they had given me everything I needed. But what they don't understand is that sometimes the influences and peer pressure may get to us, so that we can get validation from
people at times or for the hype and we don't know any better. We don't know this until we become older and realize the mistakes we did. One thing that I've promised myself is to guide my child and support and guide him especially emotionally and mentally. Because sometimes it's not the child... It's that he's lost. Thank you for the inspiring story.
I was so close to this.
I thank God I took a U-turn.
alcoholism is bad. 😢
You’re an excellent narrator! I love your voice and could listen to you all day. Thank you for sharing this. As a mother I think having a good relationships with my children from the time they are young is very important. Loving our children unconditional is important
Very inspirational story, childhood trauma, the invisible wounds! May God keep you strong mr Solomon, you have done well to discover who you are! Happy ending! It doesn’t matter where you start.
Everything happens for a reason. If this man never went down this route we would not have had someone to humanize street people to us, someone like us, who wasn't an orphan or an abused runaway who fell through the cracks. He could be any of us and tomorrow when we see a street person we will remember this guy who really is just like any of us, we dehumanise street people so much. He has helped us have more compassion and understanding for them. Wherever they may be in their struggle with addiction they are still human beings just like the rest of us. Thanks for helping us understand and relate to addicts and street people , I have learnt a lot from you.
Amazing how insightful and eloquent. Hard to imagine the for times you skipped school. You went through that experience and learnt out of it. That’s the important thing. It’s great that something came out of it and you are now helping others.
The narration has given a clear picture of street life. Boychild misery clearly portrayed
So sad. Its a wake-up call
Another great story. The other side of the penny that has not been spoken about, the owners of those lodgings and those cheap bars, who are themselves very rich, but suffer a whole host of other problems. Life style diseases, s.t.i, rebellious and lost offspring etc etc and the irony is that their offspring become the next generation of users and not owners of those establishments. And offspring of reformed users become the next generation of owners, a reversal of roles as it were. The irony, the irony, the irony. And the arrow of time continues to fly ever forwards and all that remains are the names of ancestors echoing down the generations.
Enyewe Justus, you finally touched a sensitive subject that is affecting our society at home and yet we're silent about it. I am definitely sharing this, as I have personally lost a lot of former schoolmates in this struggle within Langata and we are of the same era
Yes @Stella Wanyoike this is a conversation we need to have. And not just talk but act
"Moments with you Justus", the life stories you collect, but THIS STORY of a man raised in riches, IS A BOMB! Educative, inspiring and mind opener. Thanks for a job well done 👌.
Thank you so much @dinah chai. Let's share this widely, it might just save someone
This Guy is on another level, the kizungu👌 top, and very well spoken. Am happy I have watched him of course is a touching story. Thanks soo much Sir for sharing your story.
This is so inspiring, as someone who has a functional alcoholic brother, as a family we never know what to do
I also ran out of patience, strength and ideas on my bro,its sad
As a recovered Alcoholic this hits differently....
Happy and proud of you.....I saw you at our beloved school,UPPERHILL SCHOOL....alumni that will always stay in our hearts....🤗
Which year
this story is sending chills down my spine
Very powerful story!
The narrator is very eloquent and engaging through out. I loved it👊🏽
He's a mesmerising narrator..I was glued! And I learnt a lot too, thank you.
This is the best channel I have come across. The host doesn’t even want to be seen. Impacting society without being the star. You’re indeed a well grounded person Justus and because of your humility, God is using you in a very big way.
That first drink, cigarette, drug etc is the worst thing that can ever happen to a person.
Trauma is the first - then addiction follows -
I do not blame your parents per se ,but I think as a parent we MUST always be snoopy on what our children do........because this money we chase and abscond our parental duties in upbringing our children.
And thanks for sharing your story.
My take too. Today we need intentional parenting
The prodigal son had a brother equally raised in the same environment by loving parents, but yet he still strayed away from home. Parents could have done all but it sitll happens.
Sad truth. Very educative. You are a very intelligent man. Thanks for coming out like that to educate us.
You're right @annette, He's very intelligent
Am mid-way through the video but wah!!!! a true storyteller...I can now understand what people go through.
Wah! I have 2 brother's and they are alcoholic and always giving my mom stress, I learn a lot with this story, from now onwards I will stop judging them, and try to show love and supporting them.
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You can reach my guest, Solomon Gitau Kilanga on +254715874094
Through his heart-rending story, Solomon takes us on a journey through the twists and turns of a privileged but confusing upbringing, his "harmless experiments" with alcohol as a teenager and eventual addiction. Denial and blame games that followed eventually rendered him homeless.
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Beside this amazing testament. His English is impressive
This is one of those stories that shows how to through trials to get to your purpose. I have watch similar stories but this guy has told it the best ... it has opened my eyes to things that I would have never thought about. When he said 80% of children's home don't have am exit plan it hit me like tonne of rocks.
Thank you for sharing your story and inspiring the world. Give me a like if you won't miss part 2 of this life changing story!
@Joash Part II is the real deal... I can assure you! Coming up at 7.30pm on 22nd March 2022
This reminded me of compassion to my fellow humans.
😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 the english command in him,,,, super 👍👍👍👍👍
I know right
So touching.thanks for opening up.i have been there too.now in personal rehabilitation after 15yrs of addiction.am strong now 4yrs sobber
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All the best in your journey of recovery
You just want to listen to Solomon all day!
Hearing things from the other side shines a light on just how hard things get for street persons and how we have completely ostracised them. No human deserves to live that way😢😢😢
Sharing this with all the family members I know living with this challenge. Thanks for being so candid!
I pray they may identify with something in my story that may help change their view of alcohol
Waa! This is a story I can't afford to miss🙌🙌
The story from this gentleman is both Sad and Inspiring because I pinpoints the societal challenges.
I am from Soweto, South Africa.
This brother is intelligent and he shows that life's challenges knows no bound.
I see a lot of kids in our area strung on drugs.
What I often hear is parents being blamed for negligence but he just shot the myth down.
Thank you for opening up so that we could learn through your hardship.
I love this guy! What a story! Thanks for sharing
God bless this man more and more!
This is absolutely amazing! These are the stories we need to hear.
I've got many relatives trapped like this yet they'd good upbringing,i pray we get early interventions to stop this stories because very few recover to tell the story.
You look at the logistics, you realize you are not ameoba. A woman is required in the mix 😂😂😂😂😂😂 Kilanga is a real story teller
A great one I tell you 👍
🤣🤣🤣🤣He's hilarious
😂😂
Sad story but very educative. May future represent us to the next stage. All biological fathers who have left children they have born will suffer will pay it dearly. Without this man no step forward. The fact remain he has played his role. We can't deal with that you do not understand.now I do understand better about desperate pple. They are everywhere. This man is God's instrument. Let's wait and see what is about to happen. Patience pay. Forward ever backward never.
😢This reminds me of our alcoholic brother.those days back we never understood that he had a problem and used to chase him away all the time.one day he just left and never came back😢.please if with an alcoholic person try and help them and support them..I'm now a mother and regret what we did.I pray he comes back home😢😢
We pray he comes back 🙏
Insightful and Powerful revelations. We should never be judgemental but instead be more understanding & accommodative.God Help us.
Adoption should be encouraged and made easiers to help children get good upbringing so that they don't end up on the streets.
I just like the way THIS guy is narrating his story he is so real
Too much wisdom oozes from this man, if one can see through the cracks
Wow, thank you for sharing your story have learned a lot. watching from Zimbabwe
Wow thank you for this eye opening account. Kudos to you for coming out and making the initiative to help others who are going through your journey.
i learned alot he is full of wisdom and a best version of himself life experiences are good teachers
This story is very touching.Thank you Solomon for giving us life lessons
I have never learnt on youtube stories like this. You have good facilitation skills too 😊
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Check out this trailer - Chokora Chronicles by Solomon Kilanga
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Main story premieres tomorrow Sunday 15th May at 7:30pm.
Wah..Great narration. God really has a purpose for this man and everyone. He prepares one for the mission in stages
Great insights. There is a God in heaven. From your story, it takes the hand of God for you to not only share your story, but to give us great information on what really happens in the street. May God continue to use you to help these people. They too, are God’s creation.
So proud that you doing great now! Your story should be told from the mountain top!!
Am so glued listening to you ... Your eloquence is just tops u have highlighted very serious issues on family alcohol n stigma ...am so touched
Thnx for your advice,hope young man n women can see this n learn like a lesson..
What an incredible testimony Soly‼️. Praying for you always 🙏🏾
Waiting for part two. This is powerful 👏 Thanks solomon. So much to learn from you
You are very welcome
Very eloquent! Your part one left me on a cliffhanger, I’m glad i watched part two till the end, your narration is hilarious in some way.
Woiiiii... But we thank God that He delivered you from the clutches of the devil. Wishing you the very best. God keep you.
Catched my attention from the beginning.... What a powerful story Sir..... My take out from this episode is that people don't always need hand out they need hand up (HELP!!)
In him I see quite a bright fellow. Proud of him as he touches other lives.
Oh my! This is so eye opening. Thank you for telling your story and in the process educating us. We all know an alcoholic. Whether functional or not.
It does not matter who caused the wound you are suffering from; the wound is yours and you have to deal with it!
Rich voice.Reminds me of former KBC news reader Hamisi Themo
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Your story has really moved me. I am so sorry for what you and other street men have gone through. I've been working in the development space for a while now and have never heard anyone speaking about homeless men. They are clearly a very vulnerable group. Thanks for telling your story.
Wow! Thank you for sharing
Every sentence from his mouth is as educative as its humurous... i love the way he tells the story
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So much to learn out of this story.thank you for sharing your story Justus 🤝
I have never had the chance to think of a street men plight as I have through this guys experience.
He did it sooo well.
Clearly alot needs to be done about that.
Waah...parents must pray a lot for their first born..devil start attacking the family children through the first born..very touching story.
Once read somewhere, God is a God of protocol and first born belong to God..
That's why in some cultures they used to be offered as a sacrifice...
Satan knows this... And he will destroy first borns in everyway..
Thank you , you have changed my mindset on the street male. Thanks.
This is so humbling....glad u have a life to share such a life with us.....thank u and God bless u.....
Thanks for watching. Keep it here for Part II... More to learn from Solomon
Well put. Spoken as a true insider. This will help anyone struggling with alcohol use disorders. The abusers , the dependents, etc. SELF ESTEEM needs to be built from a young age. God bless you as you carry this message far and wide
Thank you Stephen,the effects of one person's addiction have a ripple effect and affect a great number of people.
These are some of the topics I hope we can look into on my channel by mid May
Thank you for sharing your story. Makes me understand alot of issues
It's very educating to our generation and eye opener
Thanks @Jacinta
Very informative .Thanks for sharing. A serious subject, He makes something difficult so hilarious! I will try empathize next time I see them.
Wow well told true story. Rings a bell in my family.
This man is brave to share his narrative. Skid row in Los Angeles is very similar to his experience.
That story very inspirational and the Eloquence is in another level 🙏👍
I can listen to this man a hundred times😅 a story teller indeed, am hooked to his eloquence n drama...
Illinois Chicago "ilinua shikago"💃
A great testimony Solomon. Thanks for sharing, and I pray that many lives will be touched by your story. You are here because God has a greater purpose for your life.
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One of The best TH-cam story I have watched .
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Where there is life there always hope. Be strong we are still learning. Namibia is watching in a foreign land. 🇳🇦🇩🇪
Yee who laughs last, laughs the highest.
May you receive double portions of all you have lost in Jesus Christ.
You were a school to teach many. May this testimony reach it's target in Jesus Christ name
I have wonderful parents alive n well blessed people they know yet im an orphan