Hosted by Melissa IKIREZI · EN · 23 episodes
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Being HIV+ positive is definitely NOT a life sentence actually, HIV is a good Neighbor. At least that is what I believe, walk with me and I promise you will understand. This podcast aim is to raise awareness and talk about the unspoken topics surrounding HIV/AIDS and Mental Health.
Melissa IKIREZI hosts It is just a Neighbor!, a society show with 23 episodes published.
"Hey everyone! I’m excited to share the latest episode of my podcast 'It’s Just a Neighbor.' It’s a heartfelt journey, reflecting on resilience, gratitude, and the power of chosen family. Check it out on Spotify and YouT
Show notesThis episode came from a moment when I felt completely undone; when life broke me down quietly, deeply. I talk about how I fell into self-blame, depression, and doubt… but also how I was reminded that God’s love doesn’t
Show notesSo today, I honor every ancestor whose blood runs in my veins. I honor every prayer said for me before I was even born. I honor every sacrifice made so I could exist here, now. If you’re listening to this, and you’ve eve
Show notesThis episode is personal. I was hurt by someone I trusted—and for a moment, I almost chose retaliation. But I learned something powerful: not everyone deserves your energy. Not everyone deserves your reaction. Sometimes,
Show notesIn this episode, I share a moment where I chose to push through against all odds; not for anyone else, but for me. A quiet reminder that resilience isn’t always loud, but it’s always powerful.
Show notesIn this episode, I share a moment that caught me completely off guard; when, for the first time ever, I couldn’t bring myself to disclose my HIV status face-to-face. It’s a story about connection, hesitation, honesty, an
Show notesIn this episode, I take you through my real-life journey with HIV treatment, right from the early days, through tough medication switches, and eventually to reaching U=U. I share what first-, second-, and third-line trea
Show notesIn this episode, I share the truth behind what people often mistake as strength; how resilience is built, not gifted, and what it really means to walk through the fire with grace. With honesty, psychological insight, and
Show notesIn this episode, I explore the real meaning of Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U), not just as a scientific breakthrough, but as a shift in how we live, care, and support. From fear, fatigue, and pressure to a moment o
Show notesIn this episode, I share the moment silence was handed to me, and how breaking it became a path to reclaiming my story. Through truth, pain, and power, I challenge you to ask: whose silence are you still carrying, and wh
Show notesAre you truly free, or have you been living inside a prison built by fear? In this episode of It’s Just a Neighbor, we dive deep into the invisible limits we place on ourselves—the dreams we abandon, the choices we avoid
Show notesI’m a Christian... I believe in Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior, and I want you to listen with that in your heart.
Show notesYou know, it’s 2025. You’d think we know everything about HIV by now, right? So, we’re good, right? We know everything... Except… we don’t.
Show notesSometimes, it’s easier to build walls. To separate yourself from what hurts. To push away the very thing that has shaped your life, even when you don’t mean to...
Show notesI know very well how unconventional this kind of logic is but sometimes it becomes necessary to take a specific stand and speak only the truth even if it is uncomfortable but the necessity outweight the guilty. keep an o
Show notesThe real standard is never perfection but PROGRESS ...and understanding that the most important person in your story is actually you and you are the defining factor of your story is the foundation for self-acceptance and
Show notesOne of humanity lifetime dilemma is whether to live in fear of living as our authentic self and face the unknown consequences that comes with it or live a life of avoidance and never have to deal with the unknown consequ
Show notesThe fear is really and the scars are really too but you have the power to call the shots...it is your life; so other than God you are the second in command, don't let nobody else take that position. You are the boss, tim
Show notesUnderstanding is the key to progress and pause...boundaries is the defining factor and education and learning is the building blocks. Silence is precious and when there is nothing more to give or to receive, then separat
Show notesHIV doesn't define us. It's a part of our lives, yes, but it doesn't dictate our worth, our joy, or our capacity for love. We get sick, we fall in love, we dream, we stumble, just like everyone else. We don't need to be
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It is just a Neighbor! is hosted by Melissa IKIREZI. The show is categorised under society (culture) and has published 23 episodes.
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