Healing After a Breakup
Going through a terrible breakup can be one of the most difficult experiences a person can endure. It can leave you feeling broken, lost, and uncertain about the future. However, with time and effort, it is possible to heal and move forward. In this essay, we will explore the…
Listen up sis, stay positive, things will get better
Life can be tough, and it’s easy to get bogged down by all the challenges and setbacks that we face. But I am here to remind you that staying positive can make all the difference in the world. It’s not always easy, but it is always worth it.
When we…
Why are Christians having sex before marriage?
The question of why some Christians engage in premarital sex is complex and multifaceted. It is also a question that requires a personal answer so when answering this question, I will do so broadly and subjectively. I am in no position to take an objective stance over this question,…
House-hunting in Nigeria as a lady is such a nightmare
House-hunting in Nigeria as a lady has to be the most daunting, physically and mentally draining experience ever. This is simply because most landlords do not like renting their houses to women, and all their reasons are annoying and awfully too generalised. However, my housing agent, Kola, says I…
Raising my son and trying to figure things out
I am constantly wondering what I am doing, plus the anxiety that comes with motherhood doesn’t help. So, that day, when my toddler held my mirror, and it slipped through his tiny little hands, shattering into a thousand pieces, you can guess that I was so upset. I wanted…
“Precious” is a must watch movie
“Precious” is based on the Novel Push by Sapphire” is a powerful and moving film that tells the story of a young girl named Precious who is struggling to overcome a lifetime of abuse and neglect. Directed by Lee Daniels and released in 2009, the movie stars Gabourey Sidibe…
Focus on your happiness
Focusing on your own happiness means prioritizing your well-being and taking intentional actions that promote feelings of joy, contentment, and fulfillment. It involves acknowledging your needs, values, and desires, and making choices that align with them. Focusing on your own happiness also means taking responsibility for your own emotions…
Biankie, The Black African Woman Against Domestic Violence
I am Biankie. I’m a young black African woman. In my community, women have no say, women are not given the opportunity to be leaders, and a community where domestic violence is the norm.
This is my story.
Biankie, The Black African Woman Against Domestic Violence
I was born into a family…