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Are You A People Pleaser? [+ How To Stop Being Too Nice In 3 Simple Steps]
Altruism – the selfless concern for the well-being of others – is advisable for so many reasons. But thinking people will reciprocate your kindness if you are nice to them is just naive. I know, because I’ve been “Mr. Nice Guy” before.
10 Reasons Why It Matter To Tell Your Story [+ 10 Simple Storytelling Formulas/Structures With Examples]
Stories are powerful because they inspire people to think and act, since, it doesn’t only appeal to their logic, but emotions as well.
Why We Must Be Grateful To Society (Even When It Is Not Perfect)
There is a strong temptation to be ungrateful to society due to its imperfection, but we must exercise gratitude because society lays the foundation for the order (law, commerce, democracy, etcetera) and whatever privileges we enjoy (including access to clean water, the internet, education, and even the “peace” we enjoy).
How To Be Independent Of Your Parents/Guardian
Being independent is not merely the ability to live alone (without needing help), but the capacity to start contributing positively to your environment (because you’re indebted to it). You owe your parents/guardians for “nurturing” you, society for “civility”, and the universe for “supporting life”. Ergo, not contributing is being ‘parasitic’. Even committing suicide (because you …
Why Are We Talking About Mental Health (In Nigeria)?
We must talk about mental health not just because it informs and encourages those with (or at risk of) mental health crises to seek help (or do something), but because ignoring it permits (and in some cases worsens) avoidable suffering.