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Life Update| May-June 2021
I’m in that phase where a lot of things are happening, and nothing is happening at the same time. Have you ever felt this way?
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POEM| You Were Made To Move
When you’re tired of sitting, stand When you’re tired of standing, walk When you’re tired of walking, run
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Suppressed Emotions: The Struggle & How I Manage It
Have you ever had to suppress your emotions? You’re angry, but you act cool because you don’t want to fight. You want to cry, but you hold it in so you won’t be considered weak.
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A Surprising Conversation About Religion
Last Monday, I met someone who is neither a Muslim nor a Christian. I know there are many people like this globally, but I had never met a Nigerian living in Nigeria who didn’t believe in organized religion.
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POEM| A New Day
The wind echoes as the clouds shift beneath the sun The sky becomes clear as darkness transforms to light
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Welcome to 2021: New Year Goals
Read. Think Big. Dream Big. Positive Vibes.
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BOOKS| If I Could Tell You Just One Thing
Imagine a book filled with inspirational quotes from different notable people in the world. That’s what If I Could Tell You Just One Thing by Richard Reed is.
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Embrace Life
Embrace Joy. Deep, soulful, incomparable joy. Embrace Love. True, unbridled, unconditional love. Embrace Hope. Powerful, peaceful, unexplainable, hope.
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I Can’t Believe It’s Been Three Years
I don’t care what anyone says because I know no amount of preparation, planning or time can make grief and losing a loved one easy. There are a whole lot of easy tasks but grieving isn’t one of them.
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POEM| Happiness in Uncertain Times
It’s been a long year consumed by many uncertainties I’ve been sad I’ve been scared
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So You Think You’re Grown?
Growth is asking for help when you need it instead of struggling with difficulty for hours on end. Growth is truly listening to understand and contribute not just to reply or to pretend to be there.
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15 Things I’m Grateful For
I’m grateful to be alive today, in good health physically and mentally. I’m grateful that I’m living comfortably and not squatting. I’m grateful that I can articulate my thoughts into words.
MARIAM SHITTU 