Growing up as a young teen, I found myself struggling to trust people — even friends. The only people I could place my trust in were my family, mainly because my responsibilities were still tied to them. Now that I’m in my final year of completing my B.Sc.Ed degree, I feel like a weight will soon be lifted off their shoulders. Still, there’s my younger brother to think about — he just resumed school this month, and there are fees to pay before he can settle in fully.But let’s get back to our discussion, shall we?About the trust issues I have with people — they were born out of one painful word: betrayal. I’ve watched people betray one another, seen loyalty turn into lies, and promises break like glass. From those experiences, I told myself, “I can’t trust people.” 💔It’s not that I’m cold or heartless; I just refuse to be manipulated. I’ve learned to open up carefully — by studying people, observing their actions, and aligning my energy with those whose intentions seem true.
There is Always Something to Say
In life, one must learn how to keep moving, no matter the circumstances. Don’t get drawn in by what people say about you—just be your true self.
One of the things I’ve learned this week is the importance of coming out exactly as I am. I’m not here to impress anyone, and I don’t owe anyone an explanation for who I am. Instead, I choose to embrace my true self.
Sometimes, I even catch myself daydreaming about becoming a superhero 😁🤣. But then reality reminds me—this is the real world. We’re mortal beings, and one day our time here on earth will be over. That’s what makes us human. 😉Now, here’s something about me: I’m the kind of person who enjoys being alone sometimes. But if I’m being honest, I don’t always like it.
Most times, I see it as isolation—a way of protecting myself from trouble 😵💫. Yet, trouble still seems to find its way to me, even in my loneliness.
Making friends has never really been my thing. I don’t associate much, and I’m not the type to easily blend into crowds. I just like staying cool, keeping it simple, and being at peace with myself.
At the end of the day, there is always something to say—about life, about ourselves, and about the lessons we keep learning along the way.
