Category: Motivation

Leadership skills

FNF Leadership Programme

Hello Friends, hope you have been all good and enjoying the nice summer weather? I want to share with you some useful tips I learnt from a Leadership programme I attended recently by Florence Nightingale Foundation.

If you are in the UK do keep an eye on the above link, you might find a programme that you like. You can also share the link with friends.

Celebration day- Squad from my Hosp with Greta Westwood (FNF CEO)

The training was given in a practical manner that you cannot leave the course without feeling imparted with new knowledge. I have had Leadership trainings in the past but this one by FNF was epic. The entire team knows their stuff and can deliver.

Do not forget that leadership skills can be applied anywhere; be it work, home, church, etc.

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For old time sake

    Memories can last forever

I’m going to talk about people that are worth having a spot in our lives. In this context, I’m excluding family, which means I’m focusing on people we are not related to.

At various stages of life, we meet different people. It might be people from high school, university, work, etc. Some of them we don’t remember, some become off and on friends, some are besties for life while some are simply there for when you need them.

Regardless of what categories they are and the memories you have shared with them, do hold onto good old friends. They are not easy to come by. It is very important that whatever you do, you do not forget people who stood by you through thick and thin.

However, there are times when people fail you and you simply part ways with them, knowing is for the best. It is normal in life. Just like the weather changes, times and things change, so do people. If the change is something you can’t deal with, let them go. Do not be in a toxic relationship with anyone. If they once made you happy and currently causes you nightmares, let them go.

I had a disturbing conversation with a friend last week and it worried me the number of things people have to deal with to be friends with someone. Of what use is a friendship if it brings no meaning to your life?

My friend kept saying she believed in “for old time sake “. That’s why she couldn’t notice a change in the attitude of a person that almost ruined her life. Although I know about “for old time sake” in friendship and tend to adhere it but not when one is being mean to me.

I’m asking you now, what does for old thing sake in friendship mean to you? I await your response.

In my opinion, value those who value you and encourage those who look up to you. I hope you have enjoyed reading this post.

Why Worry?

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I wish the phrase ” why worry” can be that easy to comprehend. Sincerely, most times I ask myself why worry when you can pray. Does that ring a bell? Do you know that song? I used to sing it a lot growing up when I had no clue what it meant but now the reverse is the case.

I believe in God and I’m fully aware of how powerful prayers can be. It’s ok for one to desire something, pray ( ask God in prayer) for it and maybe get it or it doesn’t happen exactly when we wanted it or it doesn’t happen at all. That doesn’t mean we are abandoned.

God works in in mysterious and marvellous ways and his ways are different from ours and can be beyond human understanding. Nonetheless we need to put all our hope in God.

Worrying kills, they say. That means that worrying over something or a situation can be detrimental to an individual’s physical or mental being or both. Instead, it is much better for one to focus on some thing that brings one joy and gradually find a coping mechanism or plan for any specific challenge.

Always remember, Nothing lasts forever. Better still, no condition is permanent. Any thing that has a beginning will definitely have an end.

Friends, leave it to God in prayers. Talk to Him, ask, beg, cry; whichever that communicates your concern the most.

God does not fail His people.

N.B .

I have missed posting regularly but I always remember my blogging community and loyal readers. God bless you all🙏🏼

To Each His Own

I was studying in a restaurant a lady when a lady whose English was not so fluent approached me. She admired the way I was typing on my laptop and told me how she is struggling to learn English in the UK.

She told me how she has been taking English classes and in search of a voluntary job to boost her English. She had studied Sociology in her country.

I asked her to read English papers and listen to English news as I know those will definitely help her. She reluctantly said that at home they watch TV all the time in her native language. I wasn’t surprised to hear that knowing it’s a norm for certain nationalities.

How are you gonna learn like that? I asked. Anyway as I didn’t know the situation surrounding her living or accommodation, I let that be.

Then read papers and take your studies seriously, I added. She seemed very focused to me and I admired that. I commended her English too. Obviously she is learning but she is able to convey any information across which is the main thing.

My Companions

I had to excuse myself and focus on my work as time wasn’t on my side. In case you have wondered why I was studying in an eatery. Well, it was a Saturday, I left the library (following it’s early closing time) and headed to the restaurant (which was open till 11pm) to complete a project in order to beat a deadline. So, I simply placed an order and chilled on my pc all through. That has been my situation lately though. If you find time please send it to me😄

I suppose to each their own…

Dear reader, I sincerely hope you find the motivation and strength to see you through in any challenge(s) you are currently facing, regardless of its magnitude. Do remember that the end justifies the means.

Remain positive

@Viviensvoice

Be Strong

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In adversity, do stay positive.

Try to focus on why you embarked on that very journey.

Only you can tell they story.

Not everyone will understand even when you try to explain to them.

Do you really need to explain yourself to others?

Were you going to answer that?

I do not need an answer to that at all.

People will advice you;

Be it positively or negatively

But you’ve got to know what you truly want in order to be able to discern a wrong advice.

A good advice can bring out the best in you.

At same time, some advice can influence you negatively.

It can make you lose focus completely.

Do not always allow people influence your decisions about your life and your future because you are the only one who genuinely knows what you desire.

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I feel fulfilled drafting this post for you. Post like this is the main focus of this blog. It is the drive I need to blog more. I want you to bring out the best in you.

Happy for a Friend

Let me gist you, it’s about a friend that I have known for some time now. She is lovely, kind, caring and an atheist.

At first, it baffled me how she simply do not believe in God and possesses lots of qualities I admire.

I have tried to talk her through religion and other things I think she ought to know about God. Having said that, I was very courteous because I did want to loose a friend in the course of doing that.

Within me, as a Christian I owe it to myself to evangelise but I do not want to overdo it either.

She was honest with me and told me how her parents are not any religious either. I let her be at that time.

Then came New Year’s Day 2019. We were chatting and she told me she went to the church the previous night.

“Like seriously?” I asked. She mentioned having been there with a friend awhile ago and for some strange reason different people mentioned that same church three times within a week and she thought it was meant for her to go there this time.

I couldn’t believe what I was hearing. I was more than pleased. It made my day.

I simply told her that the year have started on a good note. I am very happy for her.

I pray she continually feels motivated to go to Church in order to know and seek God more.

On a different note, hope you are getting the hang of January 2019.

Do you have any resolutions yet?

May your year be fulfilled.

Lots of love

Viviensvoice.

Believe God

In times of trials, disappointments, difficulties, struggles and pain, God is present. He can see all tears, Weakness, fears but wants man to cry to him.

God wants us to realise that life without him is worthless. Life without God is tragedy.

Hold God by his words. When you have that pressing need, pray till the heavens let loose and bless you. All you need to do is have faith.

God allowed 3 days to raise Lazarus from the dead, he allowed Daniel to fall into the lions den.

What is it that you think God cannot handle?

He creates situations before he reveals his glory.

Trust God to see you through.

The future is in God’s hands.

P.S

May this festive month bring you favours🙏🏼

Woman I Met in the Library

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Hi lovelies, it’s one of those days again. I managed to get myself to the library. Behold, next to me was a pretty old woman.

Before her was an Acer aspire one PC, mouse, a bag filled with books, eyeglass and pen. Her eyes were glued to the gadgets all through. I was surprised to see her. To tell you that I literally dragged myself to the library was an understatement as I had so many paperwork to do and have different deadlines in 4 and 5 days time respectively.

Don’t even ask how I got myself into that trap in the first place. So, I had to leave the house as I will be working the next two days and can’t guarantee being in the best frame of mind to deliver.

So, back to the story. I admired this old lady. Minutes later, she got up and came to me, pointed towards her books while she walked off to the restroom.

Ha! She can’t event even be bothered to talk I wondered?

I then had a closer look at her desk. Interesting.

On her return, I smiled at her. “Thank you” she said in a very faint tone.

I felt super motivated just seeing this woman.

To sum it up, mere seeing this woman with those books and pc in front of her got me thinking about a whole lot of things. I felt truly inspired. No excuse for me anymore, if she can get up and head to the library and study at her age, what is holding me back?

My question for you:

If this pretty old woman I met can spare time to go to the library and study, what is your excuse?

If you like this post, do read other motivation posts here.

Stay Motivated

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Multitasking is a great skill, if only it can be mastered by all. It can be really daunting. Let’s say it has its up and downs but I’m looking at the positive side😄

In the past few weeks, I’ve made so much applications and here I am waiting for the results. Having said that, there are ones that of more importance to me than the others.

I’m the kind of person that likes to know I’ve given something I like a try, at least. It works better for me than simply not making an attempt or thinking I can’t achieve that.

I’m writing this post to encourage or challenge someone who thinks they truly want someone but somehow are convinced they won’t get it, even if they try.

Simply do it. Do your best. Give it a try and leave the rest to God. I believe in you-never-know. Again, any body can make it in life.

Do not be discouraged by anyone or anything at all. Keep your head straight and take a good deep breathe of confidence. You are born great regardless of the circumstances.

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“With God there are no favourites.” Those lines are in the scripture and not my words.

If you like this post, you will find this beneficial too. It encourages one to keep the passion burning till you achieve that very goal.

Remain positive and stay blessed.

Lots of Love

Viviensvoice.

The Mentor

Last week was an interesting one for me as I met a writer-friend online. This friend was actually keen to know a few things about my book publication and the protocols involved.

He asked questions nicely and I found his humility intriguing.

Being an online chat, I tried to answer his questions whenever I could. Having seen his online profile; which was the picture of a book, I had assumed he was a published author but as we chatted he made me understood that he was drafting his last chapters and have been in contact with several publishers.

I told him he was doing great because he was already promoting his work.

He told me about his Wattpad page where he has over 500k readers. I was impressed with his method and told him he was on the right path for his book.

I went on and created a wattpad page and over the next fews weeks will be uploading my book in chapters there😄 However, I do not think it is very encouraging if you are not published yet. I mentioned my concern to my friend and he said he had that under control.

I narrated my deal with the publishers with him, most of them he already knew. He was aware of the fact that most publishers would take 80% for each copy you sell and clearly doesn’t want to go through that route. I explained to him my idea of how kindle publishing works in Amazon and why I needed a publishing company for my first work.

Ha! Before I forget, he kept calling me mentor right from the very beginning. He told me that he was happy chatting with me as he had tried on countless occasions to connect with different local authors online but none responded to him.

Well, I try to respond to people most of the time, I can tell when I receive silly messages.

I am filled lots of book promotion ideas because that the phase I’m in now😄

As always, I love to learn from anybody and at any opportunity. This experience reminded me of my all-time quote “A candle loses nothing by lightening others”

It sounds like I’ve actually gotten a writer-buddy. We shared ideas and encouraged each other. Hopefully, we will push ourselves to produce our best.

Have you read my Midyear Gratitude post?

Who was the Mentor here?😄