Sam Thenya’s high-flying dream that never was

In his spacious office in Malik Heights on Ngong Road, Nairobi he reveals that he is about to get married. He says he looks excited, and that’s about it. He tells me a lot of informal things too. You had to be there. Twenty minutes before our interview ends, his board members arrive, perhaps to say hello, but mostly as a symbol of Dr. Thienia’s insistence on timekeeping.

I am authentic. What you see is what you get.

If you say we will meet at a certain time, we meet at that time. My word is my bond. I live by a higher calling – God put me here for a reason, and I am committed to making a positive impact in this world.

I don’t call myself religious, but I believe in God. I go to church, and I believe there is a higher power, whatever form you think that takes. I do not impose my vision of God on others; You decide how you see it.

Not real. Morals and values ​​guide me. In medical school they teach you medicine, not how to become a doctor. Being a doctor requires more — understanding costs, insurance, and the like. I’m a gynecologist, and while I may have a moral objection to abortions on demand because of my faith, I believe my values ​​and God’s are aligned when it comes to saving the mother’s life. This is the balance I aim for.

Oh, many times. I am here today because of the people who guided me. They reached out to me when I needed guidance, and I pass it forward. I never say no to mentoring others.

Love me for who I am, flaws and all. Especially people who are not obligated to do so. My kids don’t have a choice, haha!

I enjoy my own company. I am a stickler for discipline. Sometimes, I expect the same discipline from others, it’s more important than motivation.

“for business”The richest man in Babylon“By George S. Clauson and”King of capital“By John E. Morris and David Carey.

Bible. In addition to its religious aspects, it is full of lessons about life, business, and decision-making.

Musa. Moses was a flawed man, a murderer – and I’m not one of them – but he was chosen. Moses dared to question God or even get angry at Him, but he persisted.

I grew up fascinated by airplanes. I got into advanced math at — let me get this out of the way — Alliance High. But my father had other ideas. He wanted me to become a successful doctor who would fly and even own planes. He used to say that the pilot was just a “glorious driver.” So here I am.

Not yet, haha! I haven’t started my lessons yet.

I overtook them. Before he died of kidney failure, he told me how proud he was of what I had built. He always wondered where she got the money to set up the Nairobi Women’s Hospital.

He pushed me to excel academically. Education was his key to life, and he made sure we always had something to read, whatever it was Reader digest, Newsweek, Weekly review or Time magazine.

I do that, but with greater flexibility. Education is necessary, but they do not have to become a doctor or a lawyer. We look at their strengths and weaknesses together.

We have an annual family reunion, but the one-on-one time I spend with each of my children is special. We just have fun, talk and bond. Time, just like money, is a resource that I try to utilize properly because I did not spend enough time with my parents.

During one of our annual meetings, I had a few glasses of my favorite drink, and they didn’t seem to like it. They asked me not to drink. I just quit. I could never tell my father not to drink. how?

In nursery school, I received a prize for coming in second place: two plates and three spoons. My brother got more for being first. I convinced him to sell our prizes so we could buy sweets. During Sunday school, my father saw us and asked, “Why are you selling your prize?” I answered: “Because he is mine!” I was beaten down, but looking back, this was my first step into entrepreneurship.

Just a concept. What really matters is what it can do for you.

Self care. I get my nails done, go to the spa, gym, and run regularly. I also love traveling with my family.

I’d say I picked it up from my mom! We spent a lot of time together. I learned to cook, and it became my way to relax. I have no problem with most housework except washing clothes and dishes.

Grilled seafood, especially lobster, served with roasted potatoes or vegetables.

Good. She died when I was 17, so we didn’t have a lot of deep conversations.

harsh. I was there when she died. When I was growing up (I grew up in a family of eight as the second last son), she would visit me at school and bring me traditional porridge. She also wrote me letters and helped me open my first bank account. Her death made me an angry young man. It wasn’t until sometime after her burial when we were going to a party at my uncle’s house that I realized I had never forgiven her for dying over me.

In 2006, after I spoke to a therapist, he asked me to plant five trees near her grave, which are still there. It took some time to make peace.

People who don’t keep time. I know some people are like that, although I feel like it’s disrespectful. I’m also angry at the greed of people who steal public resources, how much is enough?

I exercise, run, and pray. I do my best and leave the rest.

Most days except Sunday. Every Saturday I run 21 km.

I brag about myself. Diet-wise, I eat more ice cream now than before.

I believe in karma. Things catch up with people, sooner or later.

The eighties and nineties of the last century. It’s just the background soundtrack to my life.

Plan your life, not just your weekends. Don’t rely on others to do it for you.

– I do not have any political ambitions. Most people my age and position tend to gravitate toward politics.

I’m afraid of the future. Not knowing what tomorrow will be like is scary.

I worry about how my children will look. I hope they become good citizens of the world.

What I achieved. My daughter recently reminded me to take a moment and appreciate all that I have accomplished.

In reality. Wedding soon!

Haha! It’s a small pool. Very small. However, we will send pictures.

Because I’m getting married to my best friend.

I’m keen on advice, but I would say always do your best, and never criticize yourself.