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In Life, we all go through our moments. Each day the clock ticks but one thing stands sure, we spend our day differently. A few days ago, while passing through 3rd Mainland Bridge in Lagos, Nigeria, it was a raining day, such a heavy down pour, but after a while, the downpour softened into aContinueContinue reading “Watching the Waters: A Lesson on Excellence”

I have always had a strong dislike for a Yoruba dish called Gbegiri. The thought of it being made from beans never appealed to me because I do not like watery beans. Also, I did not like the way the soup is poured over amala, as I have always preferred to keep my swallow andContinueContinue reading “What Gbegiri Taught Me About Fear”

Read This Before Your Next Birthday: 15 Essential Life Lessons Life is in phases. Never try to skip the process, but never leave your progress to chance either. Without a firm foundation, even the grandest building is bound to fall. Build well. God answers prayers. It may not make sense when it seems He isn’tContinueContinue reading “15 Lessons before Plus 1”

As someone who served in the Teenage Department in Church for seven years, I find that conversations with teenagers still help me see the mindset I once had and the growth that has happened over time. I recall that distinct shift that happens when one clocks thirteen—the “I am an adult now” mindset. It wasContinueContinue reading “Experience and You”

The calendar doesn’t lie: we are already nearing the end of January, and the year is officially in full swing. As the days pick up speed and our schedules get busier, we are reminded once again that time will continue to flip by and the clock will not stop ticking. My years of experience workingContinueContinue reading “Happy New Year!”

It’s that time of the year again—a moment to pause and reflect on how our plans and goals unfolded. It is a season to celebrate our wins and set fresh intentions for the journey ahead, guided by a renewed sense of purpose and discipline. More importantly, this season serves as a powerful reminder: time waitsContinueContinue reading “End of Year Reflection: The Bridge to ‘Next Year’”

A few weeks ago, I attended a conference, and during one of the plenary sessions, a speaker shared a striking experience. She said she was walking on the road one day when someone greeted her and called her “mummy.” Surprised, she wondered, “Who is your mummy?” But in that moment, she realized she was noContinueContinue reading “Change and You”

Something interesting happened earlier this month. Even when my light bulbs are switched off, they usually emit a faint glow whenever there’s power supply, so I can always tell when there’s light or not. That evening, when I got home and noticed there was no light, I decided not to turn on anything — noContinueContinue reading “Ignorance Effect”

My dad once told me how he moved from being second-to-last in his class to becoming the best, with Mathematics as his strongest subject. He even went on to win scholarships that supported his schooling. The turning point? A teacher who believed in him. That belief sparked confidence, and he acted on it, and hisContinueContinue reading “Mind Patterns”

“Smiling won’t solve all your problems… but neither will frowning, so you might as well choose the one that feels better.” Hey! Quick question — Have you ever had something go completely wrong and it instantly messed with your mood? Now… have you also had times when things didn’t go as planned, yet somehow youContinueContinue reading “Smile Freeze”