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GAMBLING: SPORTS BET A SIDE HUSTLE OR AN ADDICTION

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THIS ARTICLE WAS CO-WRITTEN BY GODSWILL & ANGEL Gambling is an act of wagering a particular amount of money on a possible outcome. It also involves staking something of value with the knowledge of risk and a hope gain on the possible outcome of a game or an event who result may be ascertained by chance or accident. AS A SIDE HUSTLE Sports betting is the act of wagering on the outcome of a...

Fashion: THE ART OF SELF EXPRESSION.

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THIS ARTICLE WAS CO-WRITTEN BY IFEOMA & REMMY Have you ever wondered how the clothes we put on best describe our identity and self-esteem? With fashion being a vehicle for self-expression and connection to the world. a person’s wardrobe speaks volumes about an individual. I recalled having a conversation with Dele. Dele was complaining bitterly about how the cloth he wore on a...

Scents, Music, Seasons and Memories

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Memories are a stronger emotion than love. A current significant other might be judged in favor of a past partner. Our memories playing a trick on us. We remember people by scents, shared music interests, and the season of time we spent together. Some people prefer the rainy season to the harmattan. Some of us might enjoy the snow, others not at all. We might love the beach, but others are...

Cultures, Tribes, and Empires

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We are defined deeply by where we are born and raised by whom we are born to, and how we are raised. A Han Chinese man born and raised in Nigeria will behave differently from one born and raised in China. Locations are the main definers of who we are. Our cultures influence our morals and the lens through which we see the world. Many great dynasties have existed through time, some stronger and...

Failure’s Gambit: A Catalyst for Risk-Taking

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Failure is a word that often conjures negative emotions, but in the realm of success and growth, it has a paradoxical relationship with risk-taking. The more you fail, the more you want to take risks. This counterintuitive connection reveals the transformative power of failure and how it can fuel a relentless pursuit of innovation and achievement. One of the fundamental reasons behind this...

Mindset Shapes Everything

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In the grand symphony of life, the most influential conductor is your mindset. It is the orchestra that plays the tune of your reality, guiding your actions and shaping your destiny. Whether you believe in the possibility of success or dwell in a realm of doubt, your mindset is the anchor to achieving your goals. A positive mindset is a cornerstone of personal and professional success. It is the...

The Art Of Gamification In UX Design

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According to research, Games make us smart, happy, elevate our energy level and help us from psychological damage. However, psychology states that our brain releases dopamine, which means that our brains naturally accept or indulge in gaming activities. Therefore, Games are an essential part of life, because it is fun and enticing.  What Is Gamification? Gamification is the act of applying game...

Poetry

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Whoever invented poetry?
What was he thinking?
The combination of words and sounds that turns into a masterpiece.
What was he thinking?
The magical way of showing pain, conversing love, happiness, and joy all in various forms.
Reaching out deep to different minds.
I must see myself as poetry or this world of mine has no meaning.
 

BEING PURE

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But I being pure, I have only my dreams.  I spread my dreams underneath your feet. I tried softly because you’ve threatened my dreams. I assume you’ve dream pressed it.    With struggle I rise as many times as I fall because I have always known that dreams are not what you see in your sleep alone, but that which does not let you sleep.  Though you’ve tried to make me see that...

Carpe Diem: Welcoming Life’s Fleeting Nature

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In the busy journey of life, the reminder of our mortality can sometimes darken our hopes and daily pursuits. Oddly enough, embracing the unavoidable reality of the last curtain call, can propel us to live a more fulfilling and purposeful life. It is a paradox, where the acknowledgement of an end becomes a driving force for a vibrant existence.  However, this consciousness nudges us to prioritize...