Personal Development Academy

12/07/2023

STOP STRESSING! BE YOU.
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Written by Liz.

Worrying too much about getting it "right" can lead you down the wrong path.

I used to try to make my work look and sound like everyone else's. I was afraid that if I did things differently, I'd seem foolish or incompetent.

After a while, my motivation tanked. Because my goal was always "don't fail," achieving it never felt special or momentous.

It wasn't until I gave myself permission to drop the "should"s that I started to have fun again. And my work got better, too.

Standing out is a lot scarier than blending in! It takes courage, a support system, and a willingness to stumble once in a while. But, in my experience, it's a much faster path to finding a form of success that feels meaningful to you.

09/07/2023

Life is a journey, and you're the captain of your own ship. The sea can be calm and peaceful or rough and tumultuous, but no matter what the conditions, your ship must navigate through them to reach its destination. That's exactly what mental wellness is all about - being the captain of your own mental ship, ready to weather any storm with grace and resilience.

Mental wellness is not about being immune to life's challenges but rather about having the strength and courage to face them head-on. It's about having a positive outlook, even when the seas are rough, and finding meaning in every experience. It's about having a supportive crew on your ship - friends, family, or a therapist - to help you navigate life's difficulties. And finally, it's about taking care of your mental health - just like a captain takes care of their ship - through self-care activities like exercise, meditation, and time in nature.

The journey toward mental wellness is not a one-time event; it's a continuous journey that requires effort, patience, and a willingness to learn and grow. But just like a captain who sets sail with a clear destination in mind, you too can set sail towards a life of mental wellness and navigate through life's challenges with grace and resilience.

So, are you ready to set sail on your mental wellness journey? Here are a few questions to help guide you on your way:

👉 What is your mental ship facing on its journey, and how are you navigating the challenges?
👉 Who is on your crew, and how do they support your mental wellness journey?
👉 What self-care activities do you engage in to keep your mental ship in good condition?
👉 How do you maintain a positive outlook, even in rough seas?

Remember, being the captain of your mental ship means controlling your thoughts, emotions, and well-being. So hoist the sails, set your course, and let the journey toward mental wellness begin!

07/07/2023

“It takes considerable knowledge just to realize the extent of your own ignorance.” - Thomas Sowell

03/07/2023

Starve your distractions!

01/07/2023

21/06/2023

Life Facts

1. Nokia rejected Android.
2. Yahoo rejected Google.
3. Kodak turned down digital cameras.
4. Blockbuster rejected Netflix.

LESSONS:
🔺 Take risks.
🔻 Accept the change.
🔺 If you refuse to change over time, it will become obsolete.

5. Facebook takes over WhatsApp and Instagram.
6. Grab takes over Uber in Southeast Asia.

LESSONS:
🔻Become so powerful that your competitors become your allies.
🔺 Reach top position and work smart with competition.
🔻 Keep innovating.

7. Colonel Sanders founded KFC at age 65
8. Jack Ma, who couldn't get a job at KFC, founded Alibaba and retired at age 55

LESSONS:
🔺 Age is just a number.
🔻 Only those who keep trying will succeed.

FOR THE LAST BUT NOT LEAST IMPORTANT:
9. Lamborghini was founded as a result of the revenge of a tractor owner who was insulted by Enzo Ferrari, the founder of Ferrari.

LESSONS:
🔺 Never underestimate anyone, ever!
🔻 Just keep working hard.
🔺 Invest your time wisely.
🔺Don't be afraid to fail.

31/05/2023

The best way to start a business is not by looking for funds, but by starting small, with whatever you have. When people see the value you have created with what you have, you become more attractive to invest in. Growth, no matter how small, attracts funding more easily.

I know a young lady who out of frustration of not finding a job, started making kegs of liquid soap with just N1,500. Then, she was squatting with a relative. Today, she supplies supermarkets with kegs of liquid soap and lives in her own apartment.

Clearly, the quality of her product must have been good enough to attract repeat patronage, and she must have had the discipline to reinvest in her business.

I also know another lady, a young graduate, who started her business from a point of desperation, by arranging people's homes and cleaning. Today, she runs a multimillion Naira business and cleans for large corporates and Multinationals.

Again, the moral of the story is, whatever you do, do it well. Be the best at it, and you will thrive. Doing something well takes personal discipline and financial discipline. Ask God for grace to obtain both.

25/02/2023

The Best revenge is to improve yourself.