From Change Teddy Bear to Showered in Gifts – Miz Wanneka Reflects on Love, Growth, and Knowing Your Worth

In a deeply personal and heartfelt post that has touched hearts across social media, popular businesswoman and influencer Miz Wanneka took a moment to reflect on a past relationship experience that left her hurt, humiliated, and undervalued. But true to her signature blend of grace and empowerment, she didn’t stop at the pain — she used it as a stepping stone to celebrate her growth, and more importantly, to inspire others.

The story began with a simple memory — a memory of Valentine’s Day that took an unexpected turn. According to Miz Wanneka, there was a time when receiving even the smallest gift meant the world to her, especially because she was not used to being on the receiving end of romantic gestures. On that particular Valentine’s Day, she was thrilled to receive a tiny, adorable teddy bear, thinking it was a thoughtful surprise from someone she cared about.

In her own words, she recalled the moment with a mix of innocence and sadness: “A young woman who had never gotten any gifts once got a gift on Val’s day—or so she thought—a very, very cute tiny teddy bear. In excitement, she said, ‘Haaa, this teddy is so tiny and cute, I love Val.’”

But the excitement was quickly crushed. The response she received wasn’t one of shared affection or romantic confirmation. Instead, she was told, “Don’t think I bought that for you. I ordered something in traffic and they didn’t have change, so they gave me the teddy.”

That moment, as small as it may sound to some, left a lasting impact. It was more than a conversation — it was a lesson in self-worth, a reminder of how deeply it stings when your love is taken for granted. And that young woman in the story? Miz Wanneka revealed with brave vulnerability: “That young woman was me.”

Yet, what makes her story so powerful is not just the pain of that memory, but the strength she drew from it. Rather than letting it define her, she used it as a reminder of how far she’s come — and how much she’s grown into her own power. With pride and gratitude, she added, “But look, today that young woman gets Val’s gift, anniversary gift, Women’s Day gift, Mother’s Day gift, everything gift. Will God not do it?”

The post has since gone viral, resonating with countless women who have experienced similar dismissals, who’ve had their love and loyalty returned with indifference or even disdain. Miz Wanneka’s story became a rallying cry, a beacon of hope for anyone who has ever felt overlooked or unappreciated in love.

“Some things are normal to some women but a big deal to others like me,” she wrote, drawing attention to the emotional value small gestures can hold for those who aren’t used to being celebrated. And in doing so, she highlighted a deeper issue — how love, care, and kindness are often unevenly distributed, and how many women settle for the bare minimum simply because they’re made to feel like they don’t deserve more.

Miz Wanneka didn’t just share a memory — she prayed over it. “May God forgive everyone who takes your love for granted and give you people who are most deserving of you,” she wrote. A simple line, yet one that carried immense weight. It wasn't just about romantic relationships. It was a prayer for all kinds of connections — friendships, family bonds, and professional partnerships — where someone has poured out love only to be met with neglect or disrespect.

The impact of her words could be seen instantly. Followers flooded her comment section with messages of support and gratitude. Many shared their own similar experiences — times when they were made to feel like a burden for expecting kindness, or when the smallest gesture felt monumental because it came after years of silence and emotional drought.

But more than anything, Miz Wanneka’s story became a celebration of growth. It was a reminder that pain is not permanent and that love — real love — does not require one to shrink themselves. It doesn’t ridicule or minimize feelings. Real love, she seemed to say, shows up in ways both big and small, and those who are patient, who choose to heal rather than harden, will one day receive the kind of affection that doesn’t come as an afterthought or a leftover from someone’s pocket change.

Now a successful entrepreneur, public figure, and mother, Miz Wanneka has built a life that reflects her newfound sense of self-worth. And it’s clear from her post that she is no longer the young woman hoping to be seen — she is seen, celebrated, and most importantly, she sees herself.

“I should definitely write a book,” she joked in the caption, a nod to the many emotional chapters she has likely survived to get to this point. And judging by the reaction online, that book would be a bestseller. Her honesty, wrapped in humor and strength, is exactly the kind of storytelling people crave — raw, real, and redemptive.

As the post continues to circulate and inspire, it serves as a reminder to women everywhere that their stories matter, their feelings are valid, and their love deserves to be met with equal care. No more begging for attention. No more mistaking indifference for love. And definitely no more teddy bears bought as change in traffic.

In a world where so many people are still learning to value themselves, Miz Wanneka’s message is loud and clear: Never settle. Never accept less than you deserve. And when love comes—true, intentional, heartfelt love—you won’t have to question it. It will be obvious. It will be yours. And you’ll know deep in your soul: God truly gave you someone who is most deserving of you.