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FOOD FOR THOUGHT

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Food for Thought “Food for thought” is a common expression that refers to something that stimulates deep thinking or reflection. Unlike literal food, which nourishes the body, food for thought nourishes the mind. It may come in the form of a challenging idea, a compelling story, or a question that lingers in the back of your mind long after it's been asked. In a world filled with distractions and surface-level conversation, food for thought offers a deeper engagement with life and a chance to grow intellectually and emotionally. Throughout history, great thinkers, writers, and leaders have provided food for thought that continues to inspire and provoke new ideas. Philosophers like Socrates, Plato, and Confucius posed questions about morality, existence, and society that still influence how we think today. Their insights do not provide easy answers, but rather encourage exploration and debate. This is the essence of food for thought—it opens up the mind, invites curiosity, and o...

PATIENCE

The Power and Importance of Patience Patience is one of the most underrated yet profoundly powerful virtues in human life. It is the ability to endure hardship, delay, or provocation without becoming angry or upset. In a world that often celebrates speed, immediate results, and instant gratification, patience can feel outdated. Yet, it remains crucial not only for personal growth and success but also for emotional stability and strong relationships. At its core, patience is about self-control. It involves the capacity to wait, to bear discomfort, and to persist in the face of challenges. This ability is vital in many areas of life—from dealing with everyday inconveniences to pursuing long-term goals. Whether you're trying to learn a new skill, build a career, raise a family, or heal from emotional wounds, patience provides the emotional resilience needed to move forward without giving up. One of the most significant aspects of patience is that it allows for better decision-makin...

HOW TO PREPARE AND PASS EXAMINATION.

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       Examination, according to the Oxford advance dictionary is “ a formal written or spoken test, especially at school or college, to see how much you know about a subject ”.         In a broad perspective, examination is an instrument for testing, assessment, placement, evaluation and accreditation. It is used for the purpose of selection, placement, certification and promotion as the case may be.        It has been observed that the lackadaisical attitude exhibited by most students bis affecting their success in examination. I this write-up therefore, we are going to have a cursory look into reason most students fail their examination as well as given tips that will assist in preparing for and passing examination is.      REASON WHY STUDENTS FAIL EXAMINATIONS; There are my rialds of discernible reasons aducable for the causes of failure in examination. Some of such reasons are highlighted as follow:   ...

TOLERANCE

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        Peace, tranquility and calmness can only be attained through tolerance. Human beings are found on the surface of the earth with different habits, colours, nations, ideologies and faiths. In a small society, multi-religion may be embraced. Without any doubt, the religion beliefs may create gap among the people and lead to inevitable crises among them if care is not taken. From immemorial period, tolerance has been adopted by our ancestors to avoid crisis, controversy and a war.           Tolerance is willingness to allow people to do, say or believe what they want without criticizing them. Several lives have been terminated because of intolerance show up in our our society. Many mistakenly believe that Islam does not tolerate the existence of other faith or religion present in the modern world. This article discusses some of the foundations of the prophet Muhammad (peace of Allah and blessings be upon him) laid in dealing with people o...

HOW STUDENTS FAIL EXAMINATIONS

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          The rate at which students, fail in examination is becoming alarming ; something has to be done about it. But before we can do something about it, we need to know the causes. Let us therefore look at some of them.            It has been discovered that some students fail because they fail to attend classes. They will leave their homes in the morning pretending to be going to school. They then go to various places where they carry out many activities like Playing computer games, smoking, etc.    Some of them engaging in gambling, betting etc.         What does a student who does not attend classes will write down in an examination? Such students do not have anything to write down. Eventually they will fail.          Another thing that accounts for some student's failure in examination is lack of concentration in class. Some students attend classes quite alright but, the...

Parental Care and A way forward.

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     Parental Care and the Way Forward to Be Emotionally Strong Parental care is one of the most profound forces in shaping who we are as individuals. From our earliest days, the care and attention we receive—or don’t receive—from our parents lays the foundation for how we view ourselves, others, and the world around us. It influences our confidence, emotional resilience, and ability to form healthy relationships. Reflecting on parental care invites us to consider not only the love and support we received growing up, but also how we can move forward with strength, especially when those early relationships were complicated or lacking. Parental care goes beyond providing food, shelter, and clothing. At its heart, it is about emotional presence—listening, comforting, guiding, and creating a safe space for a child to express themselves. A parent who nurtures with empathy and consistency teaches their child that they are worthy of love and respect. This gives the child a s...

Success

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           Success: A Deeply Emotional Journey Success—it's a word that stirs hope, ambition, pride, and sometimes even fear. To many, it is a dream chased with passion, effort, and countless sleepless nights. Yet, true success is not just about wealth, status, or accolades. It is an emotional journey, deeply personal and shaped by our experiences, struggles, and values. Success begins with a vision—a quiet voice within us that dares to dream. It’s that feeling in your chest when you imagine something greater for yourself, whether it’s a career you’re passionate about, a family you want to build, or a personal mountain you long to climb. That vision fuels motivation and becomes the anchor during difficult times. But success is rarely a straight path. It's filled with detours, disappointments, and moments when you question if you’re good enough or strong enough to keep going. One of the most profound emotions tied to success is fear—not just fear of failu...