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November Joy 25: Be Proud of Yourself

Glee greetings, dear reader. Kedụ?

How has your week been? Mine has been a loop of work work work. Not complaining. It’s a testament to more income inflow. I fit do giveaway one day sef. But na only who don read all my soon-to-be-30 editions of November Joy Series go win am. Today is the 25th. How many have you read and given feedback on?

Anyho, let’s dive into today’s musing.

I want to share with you a note by Charlotte Freeman. It touched my heart and inspired me to write this newslet...

November 24: You Look So Much Better When You Smile

Glee greetings, dear reader!

I hope this musing finds you in good health and spirits. Let’s talk about a quote that has inspired me a lot. It is from an unknown source, but it resonates with me deeply. Here it is:

“Nothing is more beautiful than a real SMILE that has struggled through TEARS.”

Happiness is not something that comes easily or cheaply. It is something that we have to fight for, sometimes against all odds. It is something that we have to earn, sometimes through pain and su...

November Joy 23: Random Memories

Hello, dear reader! Ever randomly remembered a memory that lit up your heart and brought smiles to your face during a sad or crazy day?

For today’s edition of the November Joy Series, I want to talk to you about the importance of memories. Memories are like treasures that we keep in our hearts, reminding us of who we are, where we came from, and what we have been through. Memories can be joyful, sorrowful, amusing, or painful, but they are all valuable.

Here’s a quote by ‘I don’t know who’...

November Joy 22: How to Find Happiness in Everyday Life

Happiness oftentimes feels fleeting. Our moments of bliss are just that—moments. After all, there are so many times in the day when we’re not having positive feelings (when you’re stressed at work or enduring a chaotic commute). But there are still little things you can do to remind yourself of all the good times and infuse your day with a tiny spark of joy, even if you’re feeling super stressed or blue.

How to Find Happiness in Everyday Life

In today’s musing, I will share with you some s...

November Joy 21: Love What You Have

I hope this musing finds you in good health and spirits. In continuation of the November Joy Series, here’s an anonymous quote that has inspired me a lot in my life and work:

“When you love what you have, you have everything you need.”

– Jaachị Anyatọnwụ

This quote reminds me to be grateful for the things that I have, rather than chasing after the things that I don’t. It also helps me to focus on the quality of my life rather than the quantity of my possessions. It teaches me to appreciat...

November Joy 20: We Need Us

Glee greetings, dear readers. I hope this musing finds you well and happy. In continuation of the November Joy Series , I want to share with you a poem that I wrote in 2014. It is titled “We Need Us” and it is about the importance of interdependence and mutual support in life, which is an essential ingredient for happy living.

The poem is inspired by the African philosophy of Ubuntu, which means “I am because we are”. Ubuntu emphasizes the idea that we are all connected and that we can only t...

November Joy 19: Finding Joy In The Lord

As we enter another week of November Joy, I want to share with you a message that has been on my heart lately: finding joy in the Lord.

What does it mean to find joy in the Lord?

It means to delight ourselves in His presence, His promises, His power, and His purpose for our lives. It means to rejoice in who He is and what He has done for us. It means to trust in His goodness and faithfulness, even when we face trials and troubles.

The Bible tells us that the joy of the Lord is our stren...

November Joy 17: Happiness Haiku

I couldn’t write this morning, as I usually do. I was feeling under the weather, and I had to take some rest. Don’t worry, it’s nothing serious. Just a mild case of malaria, which is very common in Nigeria. I’m taking some medication and drinking lots of fluids, and I’m sure I’ll be back to my normal self soon.

I know you must have missed my daily dose of happiness and inspiration, and I appreciate your loyalty and support. You are the reason I keep writing and sharing my thoughts with you. Y...

November Joy Day 16: What You Give You Get

Glee greetings, dear reader!

I hope this musing finds you in good health and spirits. Today, I want to share with you a quote that has inspired me a lot in my life and work. It is from Mother Teresa, the Nobel Peace Prize-winning Roman Catholic nun who dedicated her life to helping the poor and sick in India. She founded the Order of the Missionaries of Charity, a Roman Catholic congregation of women dedicated to the poor, and was canonised as a saint in 2016.

The quote is:

Spread love...

November Joy 15: Stop Harboring Bitterness

I hope this musing finds you well and happy. I want to share with you a quote that I came across recently and that resonated deeply with me. It is by Andy Rooney, an American journalist and writer, who said:

“I’ve learned ….That when you harbor bitterness, happiness will dock elsewhere.” – Andy Rooney

Andy is saying that holding on to negative emotions such as anger, resentment, or hatred can only harm you and prevent you from experiencing joy and peace.

Bitterness is like a poison th...