Wednesday, June 22, 2016

BEYOND KSU : THUGS DUSRUPT PROTEST BY N.U.T(LOKOJA BRANCH)

 Reports:

"Gangs of thugs, believed to be All Progressives Congress, APC members, loyal to the governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello today, violently disrupted protests by Lokoja branch of the Nigerian Union of Teachers, NUT, who poured into streets to register their anger against the state government’s failure to pay their five months salaries.


The thugs armed with dangerous weapons including machete and horsewhips swooped on the protesting teachers at the front of Lokoja LG secretariat, within the vicinity of the State APC secretariat, and inflicted serious injuries on some of them.


The hoodlums, according to their leaders, had described the action of the teachers as rebellion against Bello’s government.


The teachers, who were led by officials of Lokoja local government branch of the NUT had earlier in the morning gathered at the Lokoja LGA secretariat, where they commenced the protest that was designed to take them through major roads including Maigari palace, Kabawa Road and Township Stadium Road, to terminate at the gates of Government House."


V.C APPEALS TO DEANS,HODs AHEAD OF ASUU(KSU CHAPTER) CONGRESS TOMORROW

 We have gotten confirmed reports that their will indeed be a congress(ASUU KSU CHAPTER) tomorrow 23rd of June 2016 around 10 AM in the morning,Agenda: letter on no pay no work from d government to be discussed.



The reports further stated that the meeting between the V.C and the deans of of various faculty today was positive.

The report stated that The VC held a meeting with the HOD's,and directors of the university today,and appealed to the lecturers to accept the four months paid salary.

Keep tabs with KSU TODAY for further updates on the outcome,reactions and analysis of the congress.

J.L.O

READ - AN OPEN LETTER TO ASUU KSU CHAPTER AND HIS EXCELLENCY GOV YAHAYA BELLO

 I got this from Idah Abubakar Rex on the KSU facebook forum,read below :


"I am a student of Kogi state university ( KSU) addressing this
letter to all concerned ASUU(KSU CHAPTER) members and
to his Excellency Gov. Yahaya Bello
Greetings to all ASUU members who are jointly fighting a
fight for a positive outcome which in turn is indeed causing
a lot of mental, academic and moral set back in the lives of
every students of this prestigious citadel of learning (KSU)
It is not out of point that you (ASUU) are fighting for your
entitlements of five months salaries the Kogi State
Government is owing you.
However, if what we the students are hearing that His
Excellency, Gov Yahaya Bello offered to pay you a four
months salary at a stretch and you still refused putting
things into considerations is true, Then you(ASUU) are
leaving us with no other conclusion but to say that ASUU is
no longer a neutral body but a pure political machinery set
out to destroy the reign of this present state government
administration.
The questions I want to ask are these..
1.Is it because His Excellency is not an igala man by tribe?
Since majority of the governing bodies of ASUU are Igalas?
2.Has his Excellency Yahaya Bello been the one owing you
for these months of unpaid salaries?
3 .Why didn't you (ASUU) fight former Gov WADA down to
the finish?
4. Is ASUU being fair enough?
If only ASUU can be more sincere to itself, then I see no
reason why this strike should last longer than it is now..
To Mr Governor on the other hand, if you truly value the
educational welfare of Kogi state youths, then I expect you
to use your position well and wisely.
I know this letter will go viral. And I hope it reaches the
appropriate quarters. God bless you all..
Signed Comr James Adamu"



Does he have a point ?? Congress tomorrow people !!!

Sex and Relationship : 10 Signs You Are Dating A Great Guy Who You Should Never Let Go

Women all around the world agree that being in a relationship can bring a lot of delight and excitement into your life. There are many fish in the sea and the options are endless. For those ladies already in a relationship, you may wonder every once in a while whether you made the right choice by being with your significant other. What if there were some things you’ve neglected to consider? Is it time to rethink your options? To put your mind at ease, here are a few signs that you are in fact dating a great guy who you should never let go.

1. He loves you for your dorky, awkward self
Not all girls can have as much confidence and grace as Marilyn Monroe. You may have an awkward laugh, or a weird way of walking. Maybe you stutter, tell bad jokes and drool in your sleep. Maybe you aren’t very comfortable around his friends and family, but at the end of every day he still finds you adorable. It’s the best feeling knowing that you don’t have to pretend you’re someone you’re not.


 2. He doesn’t run for the hills during your period
Some situations can’t be fixed by anyone, not even by your number one man. Let’s use your time of the month as an example. He doesn’t know what it’s like, and a large percentage of women suffer mood swings and hormonal fluctuations that can be terrifying and confusing. He can’t be expected to know exactly what to say, however he will sit you down, wrap a blanket around you and give you a massage. What more could you ask for?

3. He’s more real than men from the movies
If he has ever tried surprising you with a song or other romantic gesture, more often than not it has ended up more embarrassing than romantic. However the gestures are flattering and prove to be topics of conversation for the rest of your relationship. Let’s face it, perfect guys don’t exist, so the fact that this imperfect guy can make you happy is an indicator that you’re probably with the right guy.

4. He never lets you go to bed angry or upset
All couples fight – it’s a given. Every relationship has its low points and its high points. In whatever case, it is great to have a man who makes sure you two don’t dwell on unnecessary arguments. There is nothing worse than waking up in the morning knowing that you had that fight last night and are supposed to be avoiding each other and exchanging glares the next morning. If he takes the extra effort to make sure you don’t fall asleep without making up, then you know he’s a keeper.

5. He isn’t too scared of your dad’s shotgun
Many men cringe at the thought of meeting your parents, especially if they’re the scary type. When your significant other is actually enthusiastic about meeting your folks and incorporating himself into your family, then this is a sign that you’ve picked a good one. A good boyfriend will never try to isolate you from your family, so be sure you look out for this.

6. He is the only person you need to have a good
time
Whether you’re watching a movie, eating dinner, playing video games or just spending the whole day in bed talking about everything, he is the only person you need to have a memorable moment. Spending time with other people is great, but sometimes there’s nothing you love more than being able to spend some quality time alone with him. Your lives together will never be dull.

7. He doesn’t burn toast
Enough said. Maybe all he knows how to do is flip a pancake or not burn an omelet – on the other hand he might be a better cook than you. Either way, there is nothing more attractive than a guy who knows his way around the kitchen. While you still need to spend a few hours laboring in the kitchen, it’s good to know that he’s willing to put in as much effort as you.

8. He doesn’t doubt you, and doesn’t give you
any reason to doubt him
Trust is the most important part of a functional relationship, and it is vital that both of you are putting in an equal amount of effort. If you can go out late on a Friday night without him hounding you with questions the morning after about where you were, what you did and who you were with, then you know you’ve established a good trust relationship. At the same time, he doesn’t give you any reason to question who he texts and why he hasn’t called when he said he would. Whatever excuse or apology he gives you is legitimate. This is a man you should keep around for as long as possible.

9. He has creative ways to let you know he loves
you
It’s extremely easy to say those three little words – and after a long relationship it becomes something you say almost automatically, even if you don’t mean it. At this stage, if your boyfriend is finding more creative ways to let you know he cares, then this is the sign of a keeper. Maybe he’s started leaving cute notes for you to find when you wake up in the morning. Maybe he’s started singing to you. Maybe he’s taking you on picnics. Whatever he does, it should mean the world to you.

10. He doesn’t have multiple personalities
He doesn’t have to act ‘cool’ in front of his friends or your friends. He doesn’t pretend to be anything to impress your parents. He doesn’t have to act any differently around you to make you like him better. He’s the same person all the time— honest and consistent. You never have to worry whether he’ll act weird around particular people, and you know that the man your fell in love with such a long time ago will still be the same man in fifty years. This is a sign that you should never ever let him go.

Sex and Relationships : 8 Signs That Your Current Relationship Has No Future

Are you confused about the direction of your relationship?
Relationships are often happy at the beginning, but over time
they can become negative without you realizing. All
relationships require effort and hard work, and without these
things you may notice that you feel unhappy and under-
appreciated.
Check out 8 telltale signs that your relationship may not last.
1. Your partner can’t accept you for who you are
Everyone has positive and negative traits, and a good partner
will accept all of your flaws. Your partner doesn’t have to
enjoy watching The Real Housewives with you, but they
should accept that you enjoy it and leave you to it without
judgment. If your partner doesn’t like more important things
like the way you dress or your career, it is time for you to
leave. Being unable to accept one another for who you are is
one of the biggest indicators that the relationship won’t work
out.

 2. You can’t accept your partner for who they are
Accepting each other works both ways. If your partner loves you for who you are then you should be able to offer the same to your partner. Ask yourself this; if there are things your partner does that you hate or cannot come to terms with, why are you with them?
3. You struggle to handle each other during the
hard times
Relationships come with intimacy, happiness and laughter, but they also come with stress, bad moods and hardship. Of course you will love your partner when they are happy and relaxed, but do you feel the same way about them when they are irritated? In a relationship you should support each other during hard times, not push each other away.
4. Your needs are not being met by your partner
Your partner cannot do everything for you; for instance, it is demanding and clingy to insist they talk to you every hour of the day. However it is important that they can meet your needs in the relationship department. They should be able to cheer you up after a tough day, and they should be able to provide you with love and support. If they can’t give you these things the relationship will deteriorate.
5. You are not at the same place mentally
If you are ready to get married and settle down and your partner wants to travel alone for a few years, you may start to encounter problems. If you realize your relationship is becoming serious, it is useful to sit down and talk about both of your plans for the future. It isn’t anyone’s fault if you have different interests, but you both deserve to know if you’re not in the same boat.
6. You put work into the relationship but your
partner does not
Relationships are what you put into them. Both partners need to give and take, and sometimes one partner may give more or take more. This can cause a problem as you should both be putting an equal amount of effort into the relationship. If one of you doesn’t care enough to meet the other halfway, it could be a sign that the relationship has become unhealthy and negative.
7. You struggle to trust each other
Both you and your partner should trust each other implicitly. If your partner has given you a reason to distrust them, you can either forgive them and try toe and Facebook Messages forge a future or move on. The worst decision you can make is choosing to stay when you don’t trust them. If you find yourself checking your partner’s phone when they leave the room, breaking up and moving on may be the best option for both of you.
8. You don’t see long-term potential
A relationship requires a lot of time and effort, so it is important to make sure you are putting in work for something that could actually last. You don’t have to want to marry your partner, but you should be able to envision a happy future together. If you don’t see a future together at all it may be time for you to move on.




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Tuesday, June 21, 2016

8 Things Happy And Successful People Ignore

 Everyone wants to be successful and happy these
days, but there are so many things that prevent us
from being happy. The truth is, we are the only ones
that can decide whether to live a happy life or spend
the life doing things that make us unhappy. You will
never become successful if you don’t learn how to be
happy. It’s hard to learn to ignore negativity,
stereotypes, and naysayers, but it’s extremely
important. Don’t be afraid to go against the grain to
make a difference by doing things your own way. Here
are a few things you should ignore if you want to be a
happy and successful person.

 1. The past
You can’t change your past, so there’s no sense in
dwelling on it. Forget all your old troubles and
mistakes. What’s done is done and you can’t change it,
no matter how hard you try. In fact, our mistakes help
us become stronger and wiser. We learn from them
and we learn our weaknesses. Even the most stressful
and tragic situations eventually teach you vital lessons
that you never thought you’re going to learn. Just
because you are not a successful person today doesn’t
mean you will not be the one someday. You will be
happy and successful – maybe not right now, but
eventually. Just don’t give up and don’t let your past
ruin your present.
2. The things they can’t control
Happy and successful people never force anything.
They don’t hold themselves down with things they
can’t control. Successful people never talk about the
problem, they think about the solution. So if you have
some problems, start thinking about the solutions. If
you can’t change your current situation, let it be.
Remember, changes happen for a reason. If it’s meant
to be, it will be.
3. Other people’s opinions
It’s great to listen to people around you, but it doesn’t
mean you should act up to their opinions. If you spend
too much time thinking of everyone else’s perception
of you and if you pay attention to everyone else’s
judgment, you will eventually forget who you truly are.
You know who you are, so don’t let the judgments of
other people affect your life. Impress and inspire
people around you and show them how happy and
successful you are.
4. Impatient thoughts
Joyce Meyer once said, “Patience is not the ability to
wait but the ability to keep a good attitude while
waiting.” Patience allows you to stay focused,
confidently taking one small step at a time. Every step
you take, no matter how small, is a huge progress.
Whether you’re working on getting a promotion,
improving your health, or learning a new language,
don’t expect instant results. Every change, big and
small, takes patience and time. Ignore those impatient
thoughts, focus on your goals, stay positive and you
will definitely see your progress. Trust me, I know how
it’s frustrating when the results don’t appear as fast as
you’d hoped. But if you put in the work and have a
little patience, you will achieve any goal, I promise!
5. Doubts
Successful people always believe in their capacity to
succeed. They ignore all nagging doubts and keep a
positive attitude no matter how bad things get. Even if
you made many mistakes, you should still believe in
yourself and your strength. Believe that your career is
worth the efforts. Believe that people can be
intelligent and foolish, generous and selfish, happy
and stressed all at once. Believe that you are
successful even if you don’t earn millions. Believe in
your intuition when you should choose between
something. Believe that your life is happy and it will
bring you joy again and again. Believe in magic when it
seems like there’s no way out of the situation you are
in. Remember, belief is always better than doubt.
6. Inessential tasks
Successful people know when and how to say no. You
are not superhuman – you can’t do everything and you
can’t help everyone. You need to focus on your goals.
Stop trying to do too much things at once. If you never
say no, you will stress yourself out since you might fail
to do everything at once. Don’t be afraid to say no
more often. Sometimes we spend a lot of time on
what is urgent and less time on what is important. Try
to focus on more important things and it will certainly
help you achieve success.
7. Everyday frustrations
Bad days are just bad days. They come and they go.
Although you might feel overly stressed, try to ignore
them. It’s much easier to enjoy your life when you stay
positive even if you have a bad day. Unfortunately, we
can’t avoid everyday frustrations. We fall, we rise, we
make mistakes, we learn, and we live. We are all
humans, we can’t be perfect. Practice gratitude daily
and it will help you cope with the hard times. Realize
that life is beautiful. Sometimes there’s sadness, but
there are also plenty of beautiful things. Learn to
ignore everyday frustrations even when it hurts, and
you will see how happy and successful you are.
8. Fears
Often we don’t take risks because of fear of failing,
judgment, or rejection. This is one of the main reasons
why so many people are not successful these days.
Successful people overcome their fears and they often
take risks. In fact, almost everything in life is a risk,
including just being alive. If you don’t take risks, you
won’t grow and thrive and you won’t know what you
are capable of. When you feel fear, doubt, frustration,
or anxiety, know that you can fight it. Just focus on the
possibilities, on the goodness and on your goals and
you will feel much better in no time.

BEYOND KSU : UNILAG Begins Victimization Of Students Over Protest Against Poor Welfare On Campus- SAHARA REPORTERS

 The authorities of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) have see
up a Senate Disciplinary Panel to punish students believed
to have participated in the recent protest on campus.
Already, the panel has started inviting the students for
interrogation in a bid to punish them for lawfully expressin
their dissatisfaction with the deplorable welfare conditions
in the university.

The authorities of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) have
set up a Senate Disciplinary Panel to punish students
believed to have participated in the recent protest on
campus. Already, the panel has started inviting the students
for interrogation in a bid to punish them for lawfully
expressing their dissatisfaction with the deplorable welfare
conditions in the university.
The move is an extension of the punitive action against the
University of Lagos Students' Union, which resulted in the
suspension of its constitution as well as the executive and
legislative organs of the union just one year after these
were restored by the authorities. On 8 April, the university
authorities issued a school closure and vacation order to all
the students in response to their protest through which
they demanded solutions to poor water and electricity
supply on the campus.
But on reopening the university, the authorities ejected all
members of the Students' Union from their campus
accommodation, citing their protest against poor welfare in
April. In newspaper publications, the university authorities
attributed the students' demonstration to exuberance and
accused the Students' Union leadership of lacking integrity.
So far, the disciplinary panel has invited nearly every
member of the suspended Students' Union.
 A source familiar with workings of the university authorities
told SaharaReporters that the move is part of a plot to
distract the students from launching a fresh protest for the
restoration of the suspended union.
The source added that the students have launched a social
media campaign for the restoration of the University of
Lagos Students Union (ULSU) under a hashtag
#RestoreULSU. This, he added, has caused the authorities
huge embarrassment, forcing them into a crackdown on
students leading the agitation.


SOURCE : SAHARA REPORTERS


60 Thought Provoking Questions That Will Change Your Perspective On Life[MUST READ]

We spend most of our lives whizzing through our days. There is precious little time to self-reflect in order to change our perspective on life.
These questions are designed to help you get started on one of the most important things you can do for yourself; become more self-reflective in order to improve yourself and your relationships.
As you read these questions, consider how they might challenge long held assumptions you may have about yourself and others.

 1. Who are the people you surround yourself with?
2. Do you have a personal mission statement?
3. How do you express your gratitude for good
things and people you have in your life?
4. What are you spending your money on?
5. Are you satisfied with your work?
6. If you had unlimited resources, how would you live
your life?
7. Did you pause to celebrate the last time you
accomplished a goal, big or small?
8. Do you consider yourself worthy of love and
admiration?
9. How do you react when you encounter a homeless
person?
10. Do you meditate daily for at least 5 minutes?
11. What story are you telling yourself about your life?
12. How do you deal with failure?
13. What is your favorite quote?
14. What do you want your life to look like in 5 years?
Do you have a plan to get there?
15. What messages have you internalized?
16. What inspires you?
17. If you could only speak one word today, what
would you say?
18. When was the last time you took some time to be
alone?
19. If you could spend 15 minutes with anyone, living
or dead, who would it be? Why?
20. Did you say “I love you” to the most important
person in your life today?
21. What step can you take today in order to fulfill
your deepest desire?
22. How have you educated yourself today?
23. What did failure to reach your goal teach you
about yourself?
24. Did you read a positive or uplifting book today?
25. Are you holding on to any past mistakes?
26. What habits are holding you back from success?
27. Are you feeding your fears or your hopes and
dreams?
28. What gives you peace?
29. How do you challenge your assumptions?
30. What is the biggest frustration you’re facing now?
31. Are your goals and dreams written down?
32. What is your relationship with money?
33. How do you keep a sense of perspective when life
gets difficult?
34. Are you a good listener?
35. What gives you meaning?
36. How often do you keep in touch with family and
friends?
37. What is the source of your procrastination?
38. How much time are you spending on social media?
39. Are you able to say no, even when it makes you
unpopular?
40. Who are your professors in the school of life?
41. Do you bring your work home with you?
42. When was the last time you had an exciting idea
that kept you awake most of the night? Are you
pursuing that idea today?
43. What are the top 2 compliments you hear from
people about yourself?
44. When someone sees your name on caller ID, what
thoughts and feelings do you want them to have?
45. Have you ever invested in yourself financially? Why
or why not?
46. If you were asked to describe yourself in one
word, what would it be?
47. What books have influenced you the most?
48. Who are the people under your influence?
49. Do you trust your own instincts?
50. Do you choose happiness or leave it to chance?
51. Are you open to experiencing something outside
your comfort zone everyday?
52. What small habit can you change today?
53. What’s your favorite exercise routine?
54. Name one psychological barrier in your life? What
is it holding you back from doing?
55. Do you fear rejection? What are you doing to
overcome this fear?
56. Do you follow through on commitments?
57. How many times a day do you check your email?
58. Are you content? If not, what is the source of your
lack of contentment?
59. If you could eliminate one things from your life
today, what would it be?
60. Who are you becoming?
I encourage you to go through the questions again,
slowly and deliberately. This list is not exhaustive, so I
hope it inspires you to ask more thought provoking
questions and inspire you for the better

Monday, June 20, 2016

Strategies To Make A First Class In PAAU

Every serious student that gains admission into
tertiary institutions has the aim of graduating with a
first class/distinction degree but the reality shows that
the number of first class students in Nigeria’s tertiary
institutions is on the decline. This post gives steps
which if diligently followed will enable every student
who aspires to make a first class in school to do so
with ease.

 1) Get serious from the first day
It is common for students to get carried away with the
euphoria of gaining admission into higher institution
that they forget the major reason why they are in
school. It is essential to start building your grade point
from the first day so as to avoid playing catch up
afterwards.
2) Attend Lectures
While attending lectures may not be so important in
your first year in school as most courses are what you
must have already learnt previously in your secondary
school and the large number of students in lecture
rooms in your first year may not make attending
lectures enticing however after your first year,
attending lectures must be a priority, this is enable you
mark attendance in class which may be the difference
between an A or a B, pick salient points which the
lecturer may mention in class and to pick instructions
and tips which lecturers usually give in class.
3) Understand your Lecturer(s)
As all human beings differ in various characteristics so
do your lecturers differ in the way they want things to
be done. While some may prefer you to understand
their notes only, others may prefer you to research
more on your own after giving you notes, others may
depend solely on past questions and so on. It is very
essential to understand each lecturer who comes to
lecture you. This might be done by seeking advice from
students who have taken courses taught by the
lecturer.
4) Don’t build serious relationships with the
opposite sex
It is very essential to keep only platonic relationships
with the opposite sex while in school. This might be
very difficult especially if you are a pretty lady or a
handsome guy but the truth is if you keep any serious
relationships, it will eat out of your valuable time you
would have spent studying.
5) Learn to study
This usually is the most difficult part of a student’s life
as different distractions exist in the higher institution
but unfortunately this is the most important step on
your way to making a first class in school. While most
students are fond of deceiving themselves by either
sleeping and waking in the library without actually
studying, it is very essential to give at least 2 quality
hours studying every day.
6) Rub mind with others
No man is an island, no matter how hard you study
you can never know it all, there will still be some few
things which you still would not know but someone
else’s could help you with and save you a lot of time
trying to decipher how to go about the problem.
7) Put God first
Always remember that God is the owner of all
knowledge and gives only to those who he wishes to.
Learn to always put God first before every lecture, test
or exam. He is the only one who can see you through.

Powerful Things To Do When You Are Discouraged As A Student

There are many reasons a student can lose
focus in school.
It can be bad grades that
will discourage them to be
inactive and to rebel. It
can be the environment
that can be stifling and
suffocating for the
students.
It can be the fact that many
of them don’t find it easy to
see the meaning in
their struggles in school.
Some students excel under
pressure, and there are
those who crumble
beneath it. It’s easy to praise the students who
continuously work hard, but
let’s try not to berate those who find it difficult to
focus.
When students get tired of school, they find all means
to take the shortcut. This is why numerous students
end up copying their homework and plagiarizing their
essays. This is why websites such as Bestessays.com
thrive. They offer services that will ease the difficulties
of student, making it tempting for them to sign up and
buy customized papers. Technology has definitely
made cheating a lot easier.
It’s not just in the output that students slack off in
school. It ’s in their
mentality that clearly shows their disinterest to learn
and attend classes.
When they start to not care about their grades, it must
be a cause of
concern for teachers.
Instead of lecturing these lost souls, it’s up to
educators and mentors to find
ways on how to lure them back into learning. It can be
through constant
motivation and pep talk. Sometimes, it can be a great
story that will push
them to work harder.

 For now, maybe these inspirational quotes on learning
and hard work can do the trick.
“If you really look closely, most overnight
successes took a long time.” – Steve Jobs
With the likes of Mark Zuckerberg being the poster boy
of drop-out
billionaires, it’s easy to see why many students seem
to think that they no
longer need school to succeed in life. But closer
inspection shows that their
path to success is muddier than one would expect.
And besides, we can’t all
be Mark Zuckerberg. We can’t all be Steve Jobs. But
students can try to
pave their own way to success and school can help
with that.
“Every child is gifted. They just unwrap their
packages at different times.” – Anonymous
Students can’t help but compare themselves with the
top notchers in class.
While some obviously spend a lot of time studying,
some students barely
study and still manage to get good grades. Then there
are students, who no
matter how hard they try still scramble to get decent
grades. They need to
understand that students have different modes and
strengths in learning, and
sometimes formal education doesn’t work for many
students. But every
student has a talent and a skill that need time to
develop.
“I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways
that won’t work.” – Thomas A. Edison
It’s easy to get disheartened with a failed Math exam,
but it’s just one exam
out of many. A low grade for an English essay may be
discouraging, but
there’s always a next time. What students need to
keep in mind is that
getting bad grades and making mistakes can only lead
to further learning.
There’s always room for growth and time to correct
their mistakes. One
failure doesn’t mean it’s endgame already.
“You can do anything, but not everything.” –
Anonymous
With so many options for young minds to explore and
wander, students are
often pressured to be great in everything. But that’s
not something mere
mortals can do. There’s nothing wrong with being a
Math wizard and finding
difficulty penning a coherent essay. What students can
do is to focus on
what they’re good at and once they’ve mastered this
skill, they can go ahead
and try other things. They’ll feel burned out if they take
too much activities
on their plate all at the same time.
“You measure the size of the
accomplishment
by the obstacles you had to overcome to
reach
your goals.” – Booker T. Washington
There’s a reason why a B+ in a subject you find difficult
seems a lot sweeter
than the easy A+ in your PE class. When you work hard
for something, an
excellent result may not be quick to attain but even a
satisfactory result is
enough to send students in pure bliss.
“You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.”
– Wayne Gretzky
Students are often disheartened by bad results, but
giving up without even
finishing their tasks means they won’t even get any
result, besides a failing
mark. It’s always better to give learning a shot before
deeming it as
something they’ll be bad at. They may fail the first
time, but they’ll
eventually get better at it.
“Don’t worry about failures, worry about the
chances you miss when you don’t even try.” –
Jack Canfield
To reiterate the earlier point, students miss out more
when don’t even give it
a try. Many students have this mindset that they’ll fail
anyway, so why exert
an effort in studying? But the fact that they don’t even
open their books and
rarely listen to discussions means that they didn’t even
bother giving it a
shot. Efforts may not always reap the best rewards,
but it’s better than
none.
“Tough times never last. But tough people
do.” – Dr. Robert Schuller
School is just a part of life. It’s just a phase as crucial
as it may be, and
there’s more learning that will happen once you
graduate from your alma
matter. Don’t think that it’s the end of the line,
because you’re just starting.
School may toughen you up, but you need that to
survive.