It’s day 98 of my daily blog writing streak—an impressive run, no doubt! Do I need a break? Maybe. Maybe from the endless scrolling, the constant noise of the world, the pressure to always be “on.” Sometimes, I think we all do. A break from expectations, from routines that feel more like obligations, from the … More Day 98: Slowing Down Without Stopping
Back in 2013, I had an idea to help photographers with post-production. I was always around them and often heard complaints about editing and printing challenges. I thought my solution would be an instant hit, but none gave me a shot. Their excuse? They couldn’t trust someone else to edit their images. After months of … More From Sluggish Days to Standing Before the President
A week ago, I achieved something I once thought impossible: I completed my first marathon. It was the longest run I had ever dared to attempt, a relentless test of willpower and grit. For the past six months, my life had been consumed by training—six months filled with a hundred different runs, each one pushing … More The Mind Over Matter: A Marathon Story
One of the lessons I’ve learned through my running journey is the importance of numbers. And how they can shape our life for good, Keeping data of my run practise as been helpful with my running journey, over the years of running it has thought me that little steps count and add up be it … More The Power of Numbers: How They Shape Our Lives
Growing up in a Yoruba household, the wisdom of our ancestors often found its way into our daily lives through proverbs and adages. One such saying, “A kì í wo ago aláago ṣiṣẹ́,” translates to “Don’t carry out your duties using someone else’s timepiece.” In simpler terms, it urges us not to compare ourselves to … More Finding Your Rhythm: Lessons Learned from Running on the Lekki-Ikoyi Bridge
Episode 3 of “Elevate Your Style” extends an exclusive invitation to stylish gentlemen, fashion enthusiasts, fashion designers, and content creators. Organized by Twelve19styles, this event embodies the convergence of brothers leveraging fashion as a catalyst for change and a platform for meaningful conversations. The inaugural edition in September 2023 was inspired by a report revealing … More Elevate your style episode 3
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