What the mirror misses
TEAwithTope Thoughts, Encouragement & Affirmations By Tope Olotu For many of us, the mirror reflects a collection of features — a smile we may or may not like, lines that tell of time, and sometimes, the flaws we wish we could hide, or scars from lived experiences. And if you’re like me, some facial marks […]
Learning is never neutral.
Learning: The First Step to Change #TEAwithTope – Thoughts, Encouragement & Affirmations By Tope Olotu I’ve learned something important over the years: learning is never neutral. Every lesson, whether big or small, leaves its mark. Learning is the spark that sets transformation in motion. Whether it’s in your career, family life, health, money management, or […]
45 Life Lessons at 45—and the story continues
My Cup Overflows! I am celebrating 45 years of life—45 years of grace, growth, resilience, faith, and countless moments that have shaped me into who I am. Each year has brought its own share of wisdom, and as I reflect on this journey, I want to share some of the most profound lessons that have […]
Slight Turn Right…
Slight turn right Radical turns are not always sustainable. A slight turn that is consistent will in time result in significant progress towards your life goals. By Bayo Olotu I love cycling. Not watching the sport (that’s just boring), talking about it (nah), but actually, like, doing it. There is so much to appreciate about […]
Throwback Thursday – Maximize Your Opportunities
THROWBACK THURSDAY! My ThrowbackThursday series feature my personal reflections as I look back into the days gone by with thanks. I hope you enjoy the photos/videos, and may be learn a thing or two I love to see my life in seasons. And just as we plan and prepare for different seasons of the year, […]
Throwback Thursday – Friends To Treasure Forever
HELLO 45! Above is a photo of me and some of my friends from the Drama subgroup (Hello 45!) of the Evangelical Christian Union (ECU), Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile Ife, Nigeria. I believe this picture was taken when I was the Drama subgroup lead (in 2003 or 2004) – a story for another day. […]
Gratitude
TODAY I AM THANKFUL Today I am thankful. It is not because everything is perfect around me, but because I have decided to live a life of gratitude because I know WHOSE I am. I will not cry because roses have thorns, but rather celebrate because thorns have roses.Look around you; there’s always something to […]
Throwback Thursday : Peer Pressure
THROWBACK THURSDAY! This is a photo of me in the girls’ hostel of the Federal Polytechnic, Ede, Osun State, Nigeria. I was studying for my National Diploma in Science Laboratory Technology; a program that I completed prior to my admission to study Food Science and Technology at Obafemi Awolowo University. This photo was taken in […]