Reflections . We are all prisoners here.

Words by Ty Olatoye.

From the moment I started reading that piece, I knew I agreed with the argument/ point being made. There are just two many prescriptions to life and yet it is not an exact science.

I grew up in a Nigerian , born again Christian home with academics for parents (both PhDs) - 3 sets of prescripts that guided and ruled my life and mind (some to this day after 42 years). All 3 are yet to convince me that they were nothing but a prison sentence.

Another one - I grew up an avid reader, initially of fiction but eventually of business books, guides about strategic thinking, creating wealth, etc. I've stopped reading these books because I realize most of them are just musings.

Having their knowledge changes nothing. Life will still play out as it will. And if that be the case then surely my ultimate enjoyment is to live it on my own terms, cutting through the bushes in whatever direction I choose.

I thoroughly get it bro.

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Words by Sazi Ndwandwa

I have come to realise that when one is changing, though witnessed everyday, the outcome can only be seen over time.

As you see your face everyday in the mirror, you don’t see any changes. But, when you see a picture of yourself taken 6 months ago you can see how your face has changed.

In the same way, though you may reflect daily it may be difficult to see how your thoughts and emotions are changing. If you were to take a snapshot of them today (via a journal or some other recording) and compare that in 6 months time, you may be a shocked by the change you see in your thinking and dominating feelings.

When I have done this exercise, I have seen a correlation between my thoughts and what I was reading or listening to at that time.