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EASE THE PRESSURE  An illustration, if you will permit: You are a springboard, and life's problems and issues are the weight on you. What do you do? Do you cringe under their power? Or do you fight them ignorantly? Or do you absorb the pressure, learning what you can and working your freedom off them? I think the latter of the three options and more which are not written here should be the best possible option. More often than not, we give in to the pressure life throws at us, and we try to escape from reality. We run the scales and the thousand meter, but still come back to meet life doling out its piece of cake. We complain that we have given our best shot and that life be fair to us for what not, but we forget that life is never fair, unless we make it so. The truth is, reality remains no matter how much we try to escape it. It awaits our 360° and turns before it acts. There can only be a better you before there can be a better life. Think it, everyone has a purpose, ...

BREAKING NEWS! There has been uproar from students of kogi state university all over social media as to how non trust worthy the school system is since this news showed up on the internet! To all graduates of Kogi state University, Anyigba waiting for NYSC who have either filled forms or not for mobilization , there is an urgent for refilling the form again consequent upon the fact that there is an information from the office of the Dean of Student Affairs that the system used compiled names for mobilization has been stolen. Pls tag and share affected persons.... Please share it might just be true though an official letter is yet to be seen!!

Good day TTB followers and welcome to Vocab Building. Join me as we explore words from weird,  to archaic, to long and short, simple and complex, to even slang words. Word of the week:  Nexus:  A means of connection; a link or tie. For example- “The nexus between the mob and gambling.” It could also mean- A connected series or group or the core or center. Slang of the week: Chuffed — To be very pleased about something. For example- “Reginald was chuffed about the football match.” Try and incorporate these into your everyday English and be back for more next week. Osaruyi Stephanie Aiseosa Facebook: Stephanie Aiseosa Osaruyi Instagram: stephanieonette_

MUST HAVE PIECES TO GIVE YOUR WARDROBE A CHANGE!  Good day to all my awesome readers out there. You're welcome to another beautiful time on Style Zone. Today's segment will feature one item each from the male and female with reasons why you should consider getting these items plus styling tips. The Men Denim Jacket It’s true that the denim jacket does fall in and out of favour. In the early 90s, it was a bit unloved, nonetheless this item has made a strong comeback; screaming! but you’re probably thinking, “How do I wear one.” Well, how to pull off the denim jacket trend is really, rather simple. You can pull off the denim jacket in several ways, ranging from a simple white T-shirt with some black jeans and a dark blue jacket is a great combination, paired with sneakers or boots. You could also dress it up with a shirt and a tie, my favorite combination would be dressed in all black with my denim jacket. The main thing to remember when pulling off a denim jacket, is t...

DON'T LOOK DOWN ON OFFERINGS Hallo! I hope you're doing very well. Welcome once again to "Opened My Eyes" with yours truly. We live in a world where some people  feel offerings and tithes are talked about almost every other sermon which is far too often in their eyes 👀. In the defence of the church, money is needed to make things happen 👀 and they actually don't mention money matters  that often (at least not where I worship 👀). What's the big deal about tithes and offerings anyway? I'll tell you! They are ways in which we honour God with our substance in demonstration of our love for Him because He first loved us. I don't know about you but growing up, collecting "offering money" from my parents was a ritual I observed even without deep understanding. I just knew "offering time, blessing time" and then eventually "investment time". For me, I felt good every time I had an offering to give and even moreso w...

Good day TTB followers and welcome to Vocab Building. Join me as we explore words from weird,  to archaic, to long and short, simple and complex, to even slang words. Word of the week: Maniacal:  Characterized by excessive enthusiasm or excitement. For example;  “He had a maniacal grin on his face.” Slang of the week: Doofer — An unnamed object. Thing, thingamajig, whatchamacallit. For example; What is that doofer?” Try and incorporate these into your everyday English and be back for more next week. Post By: Osaruyi Stephanie Aiseosa Facebook: Stephanie Aiseosa Osaruyi Instagram: stephanieonette_

THOUGHTS FOR THE MIND  " Let's dream with an open mind, conscious of the thoughts and feelings of the people with whom we deal with as we forge ahead"  We all dream, don't we? That someday at one point or the other it would come to reality as we envision it, not taking into consideration the negative effects the actions we use to execute our will as they may affect other people with whom we are involved. Who we trample, we do not care. Who we shove aside, we do not think of. Who we use, we may dump or neglect. Who we toil with, we often tend to forget. And who we struggle with, we leave altogether. But it is and will be in the good nature of essence that as we climb the ladder to attain our goals and actualize our dreams, we should take time and reason in coalition to think of these elements which define success after success in clear but obscure terms - only open to those with a mind's eye for sound vision. The people we are now and the image we present...

HEALTH WITH HIFAD MENINGITIS Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes (meninges) surrounding the brain and spinal cord. The swelling from meningitis typically triggers symptoms such as headache, fever and a stiff neck. Meningitis is an inflammation of the meninges. The meninges are the three membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord . Meningitis can occur when fluid surrounding the meninges becomes infected. The most common causes of meningitis are viral and bacterial infections. Other causes may include: cancer chemical irritation fungi drug allergies Viral and bacterial meningitis are contagious. They can be transmitted by coughing, sneezing , or close contact. Symptoms Early meningitis symptoms may mimic the flu (influenza). Symptoms may develop over several hours or over a few days. Possible signs and symptoms in anyone older than the age of 2 include: Sudden high fever Stiff neck Severe headache that seems different than normal Headache with nau...

TESTIMONIES ARE KEY Good day dear reader! It's a new week and I'm excited to have you here once again. Today we're talking testimonies!!!!!!! Have you ever asked yourself why we have testimony time in church? If you're the analytical-minded person, you probably have. Well amongst some other things that we grew up to inherit or see as normal, testimonies are super important. The Bible says "And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives unto the death."(emphasis added) Revelation 12:11 KJV Another angle from which to look at it although with the same conclusion is through a very popular Bible story : The story of (blind) Bartimaeus. By the way, he wasn't blind at the end of that story👀. "And they came to Jericho: and as he went out of Jericho with his disciples and a great number of people, blind Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, sat by the highway side begging.  And whe...

WHY SHOULD I CARE WHAT I LOOK LIKE??? Good day to my wonderful readers out there, you're welcome to another insightful and exciting segment on Style Zone. Over the years , a lot has evolved in every industry. Modifications have been made to alot of spheres,  technology replaced labour, theories have been improved, principles re-examined to fit dispensations and cultures. In this present time, appearance has risen to a status of necessity. In the pursuit of purpose and relevance, appearances are in the higher cadre of requirements! What we wear speaks volume even where we've not been granted audience. As the popular saying goes, "how you're dressed is how you will be addressed". Times without number I have found out the truth behind this saying, your appearance will boost your confidence, take me for example sometime in 2016,   I went for a church service casually dressed in a native shirt, a pair of jeans and gladiator sandals, as I arrived at the church, t...

Hello FAM My dear ones as much as I want to start with lotz of pleasantries, I can't wait to get into this story, so much gist on my mind right now , so by this week a lot of gist might have been going around of how I was about to write my final exams but ended up in the hospital or ....... Hmm👀👀👀💘  So it all started last week Saturday when I decided to pick my not so big self up and head to my lovely church Peculiar church of glory and of cause the God of PCG did not disappoint me oo ..... So your girl Tellrhodes will usually endure than complain or remind anyone on something they should already know like sometimes I can be so reserved👧, So I saw this clean bike (popularly known as okada) with correct bath up and I stopped the guy and told him my destination, bargained and finally got on the bike ghen ghen.......    About 3 mins into the ride I heard this "trailer" coming from behind  and when this trailers are on full speed in Nigeria they honk really ...

INTRO Hello people, welcome to this wonderful platform. It’s great having you here. I am Alkali Amana, and today just like every other great mid-week day (on Wednesdays), I will be engaging your mind and intellect with articles and write-ups on the beauty of life, its essence – if we can reach, the search for answers and situations, and a host of other issues that may or will crop up at different given times while we interact. It’s a beauty in all – you, me, everyone else and everything else. We are just one piece in our respective capacities of the biggest and funniest circus ever – LIFE. Join me as I write, unfurling the life as it is. Our stories untold - we will tell, our situations buried - we will together unearth, our spirits quenched - we will revive, and our minds bogged - we will reveal. We have to talk all about them, even as they are as prevalent as our existence. So, welcome aboard the ‘Tellrhodess’ blog Ladies and Gentlemen, and sit tight. The ride will be a conti...

Hello there, a very warm welcome to you all to the sport section of the tellrhodes blog! Here I will be providing you timely and accurate updates in the world of sports. On this section we'll provide updates all week long and give weekly editorials on latest happenings in and around your favorite football teams. So, lets begin with the updates from the UEFA Champions league last 16 matches played out this week. Defending champions Real Madrid cemented their place in the quarter finals and as one of the favorites for this years trophy haven secured back to back Champions league trophies in the last two seasons by coming out on top 1-2 away to Neymarless Paris st Germain on Tuesday. Cristiano Ronaldo and midfielder Casemiro secured the goals for the Spaniards either side of an Edinson cavani equalizer to triumph 5-2 on aggregate. Elsewhere Portuguese giants Fc Porto held Liverpool to a dour goalless draw at anfield in the days other tie in a game which failed to produce eno...

Good day TTB followers and welcome to Vocab Building. Join me as we explore words from weird,  to archaic, to long and short, simple and complex, to even slang words. Word of the week:  Verbose- Using or containing a great and usually an excessive number of words; wordy. For example: “She was too verbose in her narrative.” Slang of the week: Argy-bargy — An argument or heated confrontation. For example:  “I’m not interested in getting into an argy-bargy over it.” Try and incorporate these into your everyday English and be back for more next week. Osaruyi Stephanie Aiseosa Facebook: Stephanie Aiseosa Osaruyi Instagram: stephanieonette_

HEALTH INITIATIVES FOR FIGHT AGAINST DISEASE, AFRICA. RISK FACTORS FOR  ADDICTION Addiction is a condition that results when a person ingests a substance (for example, alcohol, cocaine, nicotine) or engages in an activity (such as gambling, sex, shopping) that can be pleasurable but the continuation of which becomes compulsive and interferes with ordinary responsibilities and concerns, such as work, relationships, or health. People who have developed an addiction may not be aware that their behavior is out of control and causing problems for themselves and others. People of all backgrounds and beliefs can experience addiction. It can be hard to understand why some people are more prone to it than others. Regardless of your upbringing or moral code, many factors can raise your risk of becoming addicted to alcohol and other drugs. Your genetics, environment, medical history, and age all play a role. Certain types of drugs, and methods of using them, are also more addictive th...

 R E S T Heyy there! Before you lies the first post on my "spiritual" segment "Opened my Eyes". It is no accident that you are reading this and I believe you'll subscribe and always be blessed by the posts on here. R E S T. When that word comes to mind, the tendency is to think of a time or period to relax from work or labour(which isn't inaccurate). The deeper ones may think of rest in the context of passing to the other side of eternity(which is also correct). So far you've seen R E S T from the physical angle and even a somewhat spirtual angle. What I've never come across is a definition that links the two. Why is this? I'll tell you. There is an erroneous belief in the needful separation of physical and spiritual, secular and sacred along all lines but this isn't how God designed things. The spiritual affects the physical just like the physical influences to an extent, the spiritual. "Ahhh!!! Brother my pastor  said th...

Fashion versus Style! Top of the morning to everyone out there........  You're welcome to Style Zone with iStyle.Enterprise  Today we'll be looking at a sizzling issue; The difference between fashion and style, I'm sure at this point, you're wondering if there's a difference, well grab a chilled bottle of coca-cola and be enlightened. According to Oscar de la Renta, “Fashion is about dressing according to what’s fashionable. Style is more about being yourself.”  In layman’s terms, fashion is what is currently in fashion right now, that is, what is being featured in magazines, on TV and on the fashion runways. Fashion is what is trendy right now. These can be anything clothes, make-up, shoes, accessories, etc, being made popular by fashion houses, model, actors and actresses. "Fashion" is ever changing There are no constants, no staples. Fashion is difficult to keep up with, as it changes by the decade, the year, the season, sometimes ev...