Category: Motivation

Do Not Mislead Others

I was having a chat with a friend the other day before you know it we were talking about clubbing. Boom! Is clubbing a sin or not, came up.


Here is the thing, in the club, no one praises God or dances to glorify God. People are almost naked or wear revealing clothes. Nothing Godly happens in that environment. I’m I lying?


People get drunk, drugged and all sorts. The drink and substances take the blame for consequent actions; regardless of whether they are intentional or not. Let’s assume the later.


I will like to remind us that none of those acts are limited to clubbing alone because they can be done inside and outside the club too.


At a point in our conversation, she was like “ I can go there just to watch, I don’t drink or smoke, just to have fun with friends that’s it.”


“Hey! That’s not a fellowship Sis.” I responded.

Do you know just watching can be a form of sin on its own. You heard me. It is a sin to watch certain contents, watching such can equally lead to sin.


Sin is sin regardless of how you rationalise it. That you involve in certain acts you feel it is ok to do does not make it any thing less of a sin.


Similarly, few years ago, that was how I found myself discussing with several people who think it is ok to be pregnant before marriage. Like, I had these conversations with different men and women. Seriously, how do you play God?

Ok, you eventually have twin pregnancy, does that validate marriage?
Now, fertility expert with a baby! Have you heard of secondary infertility? What if that child (s) dies? Please, lets have the right mindset and a good foundation. Always, place God above all things.


When things don’t feel right, they are not right. For instance,


Just like one can intentionally lie

Just like one can intentionally fornicate

Just like one can intentionally commit adultery

Just like one can intentionally exploit people. The list is endless.


If you find yourself guilty of certain sins, seek help, read the scripture, guard your heart, know those you mingle with. Be disciplined. These things can not be over emphasised. Guard your soul. Join a prayer group to lift your soul; you need help to get better.


However, no matter what the situation is, desist from encouraging others to follow your steps or mask your actions. That you find yourself regularly committing same acts of sin does not purify it or makes it pleasing to God.

That you have been guilty of an act doesn’t mean can not preach it.

When you pray, do ask for the gift of discernment.


Remember, God is spirit. So, you do not know your case in the spiritual world.


Please, if you read some of my posts and feel concerned, you can directly reach out to me here or on different social media platforms. If it affects you that means my writing is relevant as I write about lives and you are human.


Disclaimer: I am on journey to be a better person and serve God better. I am a sinner. The fact that I sin does not make me twist God’s word to suit me. Sin is sin regardless.

May God help us🙏🏼


Let’s grow together


Viviensvoice

Let’s Push Down Unemployment rate

Hi Friends, I’m concerned about the rate of unemployment and how it affects lots of people. Needless to say, this COVID-19 era is not helping issues at all. Hopefully, with rollouts of vaccines things will get back to near normal, to say the least.

Unfortunately, there are lots of graduates with no jobs especially in African countries and precisely in Nigeria. However, in this kind of cases I would say try LinkedIn. In fact, I’m encouraging everyone to have a LinkedIn account. If you are job hunting you should be spending more time on LinkedIn not Facebook or Twitter.

I will like to urge any unemployed graduate to make good use of Linkedin. There are a lot of jobs out there. Ask questions, search for jobs, tag recruiters, follow companies and influential people. Go for it. Interested people will share your posts too.

If you have been doing the same thing for a long time and it isn’t working seek advice. For instance, if you have been using same CV for different job applications, get your CV reviewed by someone else or a professional. You can revamp your CV to a resume, that could be the trick. Just do something different this time for a possibly different outcome.

There is no better way to say that things are hard already. It is mind blowing to see how people are struggling despite having to make ends. Most people are basically living from hand to mouth while many others cannot avoid good food on regular basics for their family. People with academic qualifications are equally affected. Ideally, one would think that higher education implies automatic job post studies but it isn’t the case. In certain health related jobs, there are always jobs but this is not so for majority of disciplines.

I think it’s about time everyone learnt a skill or trade alongside their regular job. This can help close some gaps. Most times the government are been blamed. Nonetheless, we can take the bull by the horn for a better and ambitious nation.

It can be saddening to see families suffer including poor kids. For instance, in cases where in a family the man hawks or do menial jobs to fend for his wife and children. It might be as a result of an expected event that changed their that situation, yet, that is their reality.

Life shouldn’t be this hard for most of us. Keep taking actions till you find a job and lead a live of purpose. l know you might have come across “PUSH”. PUSH stands for

P – Pray

U – Until

S – Something

H – Happens

In this context, it will be nice you continue to PUSH but I will be adding Persist to the P. So, persist (i.e. with whatever job searching steps you are taking) till something happens. I clearly used adding to the P and have not replaced it for good reasons.

In addition, do not limit yourself to a particular city or even country. In this digital era, people shouldn’t be suffering like that. Poverty should be eradicated. I want everyone (male snd female alike) to have an independent mindset. Besides, that will make one more relevant to their partner, if applicable. I suppose Chimamanda Adichie, the lead for Feminist will like those lines😊

Please friends let’s push down unemployment rate by searching for job drastically, working, saving, and investing. These will definitely pave way for a better future for all.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you need more information. If you like this post and want more of it, do let me know in the comments section.

Let’s grow together.

Let’s be our brothers keeper.

@viviensvoice🙏🏼

Echee Echeteghi

I know right now you will be wondering what this is all about. My late grandma of blessed memories would often say “Echee echeteghi” is what poses a problem to people most times. She says it in a manner that one who doesn’t know it would think its all one word.


Echee echeteghi is simply a situation of hopelessness. It is when an individual cannot see any way forward in their situation. It’s either they have tried a thing or two and even more and has nothing meaningful to show for it.

Echee echeteghi can lead to depression and other mental health issues, if not addressed properly. It can trigger other numerous stress related health conditions too.

In any given circumstances, please do not think all hope is lost. Keep reaching out to people, speak up, taking actions till you get desired result. Chances are you are almost close before you quit.

You can give yourself a break but must keep believing that things turn out good. It is important that one have that positive and focused mindset all the time.


May “Echee echeteghi” be distant from us all.

Lots of love

@Viviensvoice

P.S.
May the beautiful soul of my beloved grandma and that of all the faithfuls departed through the mercy of God rest in peace 🙏🏼

Spiritual life Is Important Too



Grateful heart ♥️

It is still January and a lot of things we do can pave way for a better and greater remainder of the year. 
If you are the praying type, have you embarked on any form of special prayer to commit the entire year into Gods hands? If the answer is no, its never too late. Maybe, this is the reminder you need. 
Just like we set goals for personal or career development, our spiritual lives should not be left behind. This is essential as it has a unique way of helping us stay focused and enables us pick up what is left when life challenges happen. 
I believe that certain personal achievements do not happen by chance as we earnestly work hard to accomplish them. Similarly, same zeal should be applied to our spiritual live and growth. Also, consistency in prayer habit is required too. Trust me, our spiritual lives can be likened to the foundation of a house. I know you would not want a shaky or unbalanced foundation.
Sometimes, what we need is to have a prayer partner or prayer group that aids in boosting our prayer life. It is more like someone giving you a helping hand and you can actually be accountable for your progress. For me, it’s a prayer group. I have learnt a lot by mere joining of a special prayer group filled with people who are hungry for God. I appreciate their great work because on my own I wouldn’t have come this close to where I am today. I am still on the journey😊
If you are interested in knowing more about the prayer group, what they do or how to join, do feel free to contact me. More so, I am open to discuss further and provide support, if need be. 
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Do place God above all things🙏🏼
Lets grow together 
@Viviensvoice

Have A Blessed 2021



Happy new year to you and yours

Happy New Year 🥳 to you and yours. I’m so glad we made it. The past year has been a handful.

Normally, I love to reflect about the past year and would encourage you to do so. Nonetheless, it is understandable that many unexpected events happened last year especially, with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic and it’s disruptions. 
However, I would still encourage you to map out a plan for this year regardless. Make a list of the things you want to achieve, work towards them effortlessly, pray about themselves and leave the rest to God. Do not forget that God niether sleeps or slumbers. 
My previous posts about new-year and new year resolutions can be found here. Check this too. You can have a sneak peek😊
I would like to remind you that everyone carries glory. Well, my bible says so. On that note:
May your glory manifest to its fullest in this year 2021🙏🏼
May there be no unfinished businesses to carry over to the next year. 

May God’s grace be sufficient for us all🙏🏼

Let’s grow together

@Viviensvoice

Giving Alms

Image source: Bible.com

Hi Friends, I want to remind us today about giving alms. I know it’s something we are all aware of.

However, my question to you today is “when was the last time you helped the poor?”

Is it something of the past?

Are you aware they poor people still exist?

Are you aware that you are better off than some people?

Are you aware of those around you who are in need of one want or the other?

Have you been a victim where you feel cheated and think you do not need to cater for the needy anymore?

Remember the we ought to do good always, regardless.

Only our heavenly father who sees in the secret will reward us.

We are all in a battle to be better humans and greater versions of ourselves.

We need Gods grace, else we cannot do much on our own.

Do you remember the bible that says that giving alms covers multitude of sins?

The bible verse above adds that this kind act of generosity should be done in secret. We live in the era of social media when everything appear to be better publicised. However, as humans we should know what is expected of us at all time.

We shouldn’t be quick to please humans, feed our ego and displease God. Thereby, blocking the blessings that awaits us.

All in all, do good and give alms to the poor.

Sending you God’s blessings.

@Viviensvoice

Trying Times and Self Discovery



Much needed time

Hi Friends, I hope you are all well. Amidst Covid-19 pandemic, I want to remind you of how amazing you are. 

I am cognizant that a lot has happened this period. So many lives have been lost, some people fought for their lives while some lost their loved ones. We all look forward to a cure/vaccine for this killer virus while observing the obvious rules of social distancing and health policies applicable in different places. 

I am aware that different nations have specific rules tailored for their citizens, do abide by them, please. While the scientists do their jobs, I pray God to heal all nations. 

We live in a world full of uncertainties. I can liken this period of lockdown to a trying time. However, it can be a time to know your inner self the more, a time to liberate yourself from any animosity and a time to let go of any grudges. 

In families, it can mean spending quality time together; you never know what the earth uncovers for you. In cases where either or both parents own businesses, bravo while the lockdown lasts.

It can mean spending greater time with your spouse too. It can be a time to strengthen your spiritual life, which is vital in families. The stronger person can pull the other. I can go on to elaborate on this.

It can simply mean plenty of time to ask God for clarity and direction in your life. Some people tend to live the easy life instead of having a focus and aiming at achieving it. It should not be so. I will leave that to another post. I digress. 

This period can provide you with ample time to reach out to people you would not have spared time to contact. There are times we tend to think about certain people; it can be family, friends, or mates but do not reach out to them. They are just there, in an imaginary safe place in our thoughts. I have lots of people like that, I can only hope that they are happy and truly safe where they are.

Whatever you do this period, do not let the enemy steal your joy. Do stay alert and do the needful to stay safe and feed your soul with the scriptures.

“May no disaster overtake you,

May no plague come near your tent,

For the angels have been ordered to guard you wherever you go.” #Psalm 91*

Lastly, you are a special being. Do look after yourself and your soul. 

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Lots of love

Viviensvoice. 

Birth Month Reflection

Hello my Lovelies, hope you are all well? We are in March and marching forward😄 It’s my birth month and I can’t thank God enough for bringing me this far. I’m a March number one baby😄


Let me give you a quick run down of my activities in the past year. I must admit it can be quiet challenging trying to be on top of your games all at the same time. I mean the combination of busy work schedules; including series of training/courses, blogging( which tends to suffer as I post less like I ought to) and family( this is paramount you know). I draft for my new book when I can too.


I squeezed that in a few lines right? I can’t begin to tell you how I struggle to spare time for social media but I have it under control as I’m coming up with strategies to ensure I’m more visible to you.


I have some life experiences and events that have shaped me better for the future (and perhaps for the present too😄). Some have evolved from the turnouts of unexpected events. Fortunately, God has been faithful. For those that know me well, I love challenges and not afraid to take up one. That tends to take me places😊


On a different note, I have lost some family members who are dear to me and that had made me question our existence and the impacts of our actions towards another. May their beautiful souls continue to rest in peace🙏🏼

There is more to that PINK Wristband


I can be a deep thinker and have been predisposed to that in this past few months. Having said that, I have previously lost someone that meant a lot to me; I haven’t fully recovered from that very loss. Normally, I tend to discuss things better when I have them all under control but this loss I’m referring to surpasses me. I will tell you about it when I’m ready to discuss it and how it affects me.


At various points of my life I have come across people who are the reason I am the Vivien you know today😄. I mean they are the ingredients I’m made of. I am eternally grateful to each of these persons🙏🏼


I have a pinned tweet on my twitter page. Oh! How I love that tweet. Look me up on Twitter to check it out. My Twitter handle is @viviensvoice. I simple love it and it’s a modification of a bible verse.


Finally, my message for you today is be nice to people regardless, be disciplined and have integrity. Life is a teacher and do remember that you can always learn from others experiences. May you have a marvellous march.

Great God🙌🏼


Let’s grow together.


Lot of love


Viviensvoice

Positivity



Source: YouTube images

It is very important that our thoughts are positive most of the times. Positivity entails having an optimistic attitude and approach towards any situation. This greatly impact on one’s thoughts and actions and yield better results.

I want to share this quote with you.

Everyone has been made for some particular work, and the desire for that work has been put in every heart. Rumi.

I want to encourage everyone to believe in themselves.

There might be times when we doubt ourselves and want to give up.

It shouldn’t be so.

Remain positive.

Remember, joy comes in the morning.

Let’s feel challenged.

Let’s use our Gods given talents.

Be positive.

It is doable and achievable.

Time will tell.

Be persistent with your goals.

Remain positive.

Be positive and productive. If you like this post, do feel to comment in the comment section below.

RADA- Leadership Skills



If you name one person in the pic behind me I will name two😄

In this leadership training session, we were introduced to Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts (RADA). The session was focused primarily on “awareness” during presentation or before an audience. It is important that we know that the audience feel before they think. Be aware of this. It is an essential tip for any leader or aspiring leader.

Lecture note

A leader should be aware of their Status. In this instance, status means space and time, which makes up voice. At any given time, it is important that a leader know their status as this will affect how they are being perceived by others.

There are high(loud), low(sympathetic) and optimal status. For example, the Obamas of this world can pass for optimal status while Trump can be seen as high status. You can come up with a low status person, I don’t mind reading.

Another factor is Hoisting– This involves speaking with authority and confidence whilst being relaxed at the same time. For instance, your approach when you are in your home.

The way you treat people when you see them at your doorstep should be similar to how you treat them any other place ( i.e work, Uni. etc). You would want to welcome them and treat them nice, I suppose😄. That energy should stay same. In another post, I will be talking about energies in leadership.

A good host can be a good influencer because they know what to say and know exactly how they want their audience to feel. To be honest with you, I enjoyed this very session. I will like to know what you think too. These are very practical approaches anyone can adopt and improve on themselves.

To be continued.

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I hope you enjoyed reading it.

Let’s grow together

Viviensvoice