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Symptoms and Antidotes for giving up

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There are so many underlying and subtle symptoms for giving up as well as there are antidotes to tackle them. We all at some point in our lives reach that stage where we start to consider giving up on our dreams, a loved one, passion and so on. I was able to scale through a difficult time in my life without giving up by administering some of the antidotes I would be sharing in this post. Here are some symptoms and antidotes for giving up. Symptom 1 Negative thoughts Antidote When they come say the positive word out loud. This will dispel the thought. Let me teach you a secret. Rather than negating the negative word to make it positive, use the positive word instead. For example: When your thought says “you are a failure” Say “I am a success” instead of saying “I am not a failure”. When it says “you are ugly” say “I am beautiful” instead of saying “I am not ugly” By doing this, you are eliminating the negative words out of your mindset. Symptom 2 Sadness Antidote Do not let your situation make you sad. Engage in other things that give you joy. For me it was writing. Although some of my writings at that time didn’t see the light of day. I shared a number of them with my friends who are writers as well and their feedback gave me the assurance that I was good at something and that’s writing. Decide to be happy irrespective of the situation. Symptom 3 Withdrawal Antidote At this point you just want to be alone. You want to turn down every invite. It’s understandable but do not let it get the better part of you. Talk to people you trust (could be a family member, friend, spiritual head as the case may be) let out your fear and anxiety. Do not bottle up your feelings. Yeah, sometimes it’s ok to be vulnerable around people you trust. Cry if it makes you feel better but do not withdraw. Withdrawal can be a pathway to the abyss if not checked. Symptom 4 Loss of Faith Antidote Whatever happens do not lose your faith in God. During my dark times, I found strength and comfort in Him. I wrote letters to Him, spoke to Him and received answers. Trusting in Him is your best shot. Conclusion: If you are going through depression as a result of failure, setback, heartbreak and other challenges and you are on the verge of giving up, know that you are not alone. Keep pressing, don’t give up and in no time, you will see good results.     Evelyn Temitayo Ajimuda is a versatile creative writer, content creator, poet, and captivating storyteller. With her words, she weaves narratives that inspire hope and spread boundless joy to her readers.

Understanding Bulimia as a Mental Health Challenge: Prevention and Awareness

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Did you know that people with bulimia nervosa can have normal body weight and shape? A person could be looking perfectly healthy and still be suffering from this eating disorder problem. This calls for great concern as others cannot detect that the individual needs help unless he/she sees it as a problem and seeks for help. Research shows that people with this eating disorder don’t seek for help until they reach the ages of 30 to 50 years. By this time, their eating behavior is deeply ingrained and harder to change. As a matter of fact, this mental illness can affect anyone of any age, gender, ethnicity or background. The late Princess Diana of Wales was also a victim of this mental illness. It is therefore imperative that people should be aware of this problem early enough as early treatment gives the best chance for a fast and sustained recovery. This essay delves into why bulimia is a mental health challenge and presents strategies for prevention and early intervention. What is Bulimia? Bulimia is a serious mental health condition where a person frequently eats a large amount of food in a short time (binge-eating) and then tries to get rid of the food by vomiting or using laxatives (drugs used to aid quick digestion). Some use the non-purging method such as fasting or exercising excessively just to lose the food. This behavior is often driven by concerns about body weight and shape, and it can have harmful effects on physical and emotional wellbeing. Binge eating is an escape root for some people facing difficult emotions like stress, anxiety and anger. In the process of binge eating, people suffering from bulimia are unaware of their excessive food consumption. Some say they feel disconnected from their actions during the eating period. These episodes are distressful, and people may feel trapped in the cycle of purging and bingeing (Binge Eating Disorder, 2017). Why do people suffer from Bulimia? One of the driving factors behind bulimia is a distorted body image and low self-esteem. These victims often see themselves as overweight or undesirable, regardless of their actual weight. Also, people find bulimia to be a coping mechanism from emotional distress. Victims believe that bingeing provides relieve from emotional pain, while purging offers a perceived sense of control. In addition, those who suffer from this mental challenge do have underlying psychological factors like anxiety, depression and perfectionism. This disorder often masks deeper emotional struggles. Why Prevention Matters Preventing bulimia is vital for the physical health of an individual. People with bulimia are likely to suffer from stomach rupture, heart problems due to loss of vital minerals, dental problems (the acid in vomit wears down the outer layer of the teeth), inflamed esophagus, swollen glands near the cheeks, irregular menstrual periods and many more. Prevention ensures that physical health remains intact. Also, prevention fosters a positive self-image and helps individuals develop healthier coping strategies. This will lead to emotional resilience and improved self-esteem. Furthermore, early intervention and prevention allow individuals to avoid social isolation and maintain relationships with friends and family. Moreover, there is a genetic link as eating disorder tends to run in the family. It is therefore vital for you as a person to prevent yourself from having this disorder so as to stop it from becoming a generational problem. Ways to Prevent Bulimia Promote Positive Body Image: As a society, we need to encourage self-acceptance and a healthy body image. Name-calling based on a person’s physique should be stopped all together. Individuals should be taught ways to appreciate their own bodies and the bodies of others without including sexual innuendos. Ensure Healthy Eating Habits: It is important to have a balanced and mindful eating habit. It is also important to listen to hunger and fullness cues that your body gives to you. Eat at the right time, and ensure that you only eat the quantity that your body needs at a given period. Foster Open Communication: An environment where people can have open and non-judgmental conversations about their feelings and concerns should be created. This will allow people to speak out about the challenges that they face with eating disorders. This will also enable them to seek help and support when needed. Create more Awareness and Education about Bulimia: When people are aware of bulimia and the adverse effect it causes, they will seek ways to prevent it. Timely intervention will also be rendered to individuals suffering from it. Therefore, everyone in the society especially teenagers should be educated concerning the warning signs and consequences of bulimia. Seek Professional Help: If you know of anyone who is exhibiting signs of bulimia, encourage them to seek professional assistance. Therapists, dietitians and support groups can provide valuable guidance for such a person. Finally, bulimia nervosa is a mental health challenge with severe emotional, physical and social consequences. Prevention is of eminent importance for the overall health of an individual. By ensuring healthy eating habits, open communication, positive image, awareness and early intervention, individuals can be empowered to liberate themselves from the grasp of bulimia and embrace a happier, healthier life. Let us all work together to conceive a society that values self-acceptance, emotional well-being and mental health.

IoT In Agriculture And Its Application

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  The introduction of the IoT in agriculture and its application is one of the contributing factors to the growth of the agricultural sector. IoT has brought huge benefits to the agricultural industry, such as increased water availability, increased production, and many more. What Is IoT, and What Is Its Importance in Agriculture? The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of physical devices embedded with software and sensors for the sole purpose of data collection and exchange with other devices and systems over the internet. IoT is the driving force behind increased agricultural production and the availability of produce all year. The IoT has saved farmers time and energy from intensive labor. It also reduces the excess use of resources such as water. This is helpful in regions of the world that experience drought.   Application of IoT in Agriculture The following are applications of the Internet of Things in agriculture: 1. Climatic conditions 2. Precision farming 3. Agricultural drones 1. Climate Conditions Climate and climatic conditions play a crucial role in farming. IoT solutions help farmers to know real-time weather conditions. Sensors are placed in and outside the agricultural fields. These sensors collect data from the environment, which aids farmers in making decisions on when to plant and harvest according to every climatic condition. Alerts are sent if any disturbing weather conditions are found. All of these are targeted at increasing agricultural productivity.   2. Precision Farming Precision farming is the most common application of IoT in agriculture. The goal of precision farming is to analyse the data generated via sensors and use the data provided to generate accurate information that will help farmers make quick and smart decisions. Common precision farming techniques include irrigation management, livestock management, and many more. All of these techniques play significant roles in ensuring efficiency and effectiveness. Farmers can now analyze soil texture, porosity, conditions, and other parameters concerning crop and livestock productivity. 3. Agricultural Drones Drones are used in agriculture for ground and aerial assessments of crop health, productivity, and field analysis. Drones are also used for planting, crop monitoring, irrigation, and the spraying of pesticides. With proper strategy and monitoring, drones give a huge makeover in the agricultural industry. Conclusion IoT is helping agriculture implement modern technological solutions to achieve effective results. IoT bridges the gap between increased production, quality, and quantity yielded. In turn, this has improved business operations, executed more tasks faster and helped produce reach consumers in the fastest time possible.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

SCARS

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Jeff jumped from the truck, dressed in Bunker Gear; regulated station wear, made from weightless, breathable, and flame-retardant fabrics. The bulkiness of the fabrics made him look extra large. His hands were safeguarded by large gloves, and he wore sturdy boots to protect his feet. His perfectly fit yellow helmet looks like a shield to preserve his head. He wears a mask over his face that provides clean breathing air that is kept in a tank he wears on his back. Just like his teammate, he looked ready to combat the fire and save the victims in the engulfed building. But before him was a replica of what had happened years ago, and he presumed the world was at a standstill, so he allowed his mind to travel down memory lane.  He was only 15 years old. He had come back from school with his mother’s driver. Mr. Funny, as fondly called, had picked him up from school late. Jeff had watched in complete anguish as the house burned. His mother’s multi-million house was consumed by fire from all sides. The roof, doors, and windows erupted in yellow-blue flames that instantly turned orange. The untamable smoke had dimmed his vision, and all he wanted to do was find his way to the crumbling building to save nothing but his family. He recalled the passersby he never knew existed alighted from their cars, not minding the stormy night sky. He had felt some strong hands deter him from taking another inch                    “Don’t go any further” The sympathy in the stranger’s voice was not mistaken                     “Why is the fire department not here?” Mr. Funny had yelled at someone The 15-year-old boy is now a reclusive firefighter driven by that one ordeal. After that afternoon, he became stoical; with a high level of pain tolerance, he became indifferent to suffering. But today, he allowed the walls of his heart to crumble at the sight of the burning house before him. The fire department he worked for was called minutes ago; they had driven fast here on a rescue mission. They were never late. Then what happened 15 years ago? When his single mother and little sister needed to be saved. Why did the fire department arrive when everything was already in ruins? His family was burnt beyond recognition. He recalled that was the day he decided to prevent a recurrence of such a disaster. He was going to be a firefighter and never would he be late. The state of his helplessness provoked him more. His ambition was almost impossible when he had terrifying nightmares of his burnt family for years. He not only lost his home in a fire, but his sense of security was also lost, and it significantly disrupted the normality of his daily life. The emotional distress made him withdraw from everything. The sight of fire, no matter how little, traumatized him, and he was subjected to sessions with a therapist.                             “Let’s move” he felt his colleagues nudge him.                   “Can they put out the fire in my heart too?” he asked incoherently, his eyes distant. He had lived in denial that he was fine. Free from every torment related to that day. He wished someone would eavesdrop on the conversations in his heart. He wouldn’t mind, at least this once. But everyone was scampering trying to put out the fire, just like that tragic day.                        “Save my mother. Please, save my sister” was the only thing he could mutter. Somehow, all he could see was his 15-year-old boy crying for help. Standing on his feet, he could still pick conversations. All efforts to respond or move failed him “Jeff, we need to move now. We have to be in a position”“ We need him in his area.”“ What’s wrong with him?” “ Where are the rest of the team?” “ They are still at the other breakout.”“How many victims are we talking about here?”“Six, sir.” “Charles and Andrew are putting out the fire”“We are short of staff. What do we do?”“Snap out Jeff. These people need us.” “Ralph is on the way, sir.” The distraction was palpable. Boom. A loud cracking noise. Everyone ran for cover as the whole building collapsed. That was it. Jeff snapped out of his reverie, shedding the tears that refused to drop 15 years ago. A boy tugged at his feet and gave him the saddest glare, like the one he shot the firefighters that day. A fierce stare that held so much meaning; one that pointed accusing fingers at him. “Nothing would have been done if the firefighters had entered”“ What delayed them?”“ They could have died”“The delay was a blessing disguised”Somewhere beside him “We failed. We should have at least tried” “The house was already a mess before we came. There was no way we’d have come out alive”“We knew our lives were at stake when we signed up for this. Maybe the five minutes wasted was all we needed to save a soul”“You think so? It’s a risk calculation. Do we lose the firefighters in a suicidal attempt to rescue people who are probably dead?”Jeff heard all the surrounding discussion. He wasn’t late today, but it didn’t matter. He was punctual, but he let the victims down.Today, he knew his career as a firefighter was over; he failed. He watched helplessly again; doing nothing until another family was burnt to death. “There are numerous ways you can save lives. It doesn’t have to necessarily be through this. Even though it’s your strength, it could be your weakness as well. It might get you stuck in a situation you’d regret.”His doctor had cleared him all the same. With clearance from … Read more

6 Reasons Why Most Business Plans Fail to Succeed

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“Without a plan, even the most brilliant business can get lost. You need to have goals, create milestones and have a strategy in place to set yourself up for success.” ~ Yogi Berra Almost every entrepreneur starts their business for various reasons, which is why most business plans fail. To some, promising forces drive their attention to set up a business. For others, lack of unemployment causes them to establish a business to survive. Moreover, you will agree that many people start businesses to have another source of income to complement their salary. Some also established a company to use as a source of encouragement to help others develop their community and create job opportunities for people.  Most of these businesses grow over time and stand the test of time, while some crash within a year or two starting such an entity. We will discuss why a business plan fails to achieve growth. Reasons Why Most Business Plans Fail to Succeed Some causes of this failure are as follows. 1. Inadequate Planning It is important to note that many businesses can only succeed with good planning. Many entrepreneurs are in this phase of starting a business without a plan for executing and running a smooth business and succeeding in such a business. Failure to draft a roadmap for your business means you are unsure where and how the company will grow. As an entrepreneur, knowing what you want without planning how to achieve it leads to failure. That is why the saying goes thus:” When you fail to plan, you plan to fail.” Meanwhile, it would be best to have proper planning for a successful business setup. These will help you structure and allocate resources that will enable you to achieve your business objective. 2. Absence of Financial Planning Starting a business requires owners to research the type of business they want to embark upon. It is also necessary to know the financial requirements for the said business. Please do this at the initial stage to avoid business failure. When setting up your financial plan for your business operation, consider location, equipment cost, expenses, salaries, insurance, and many more. Furthermore, you are already on your way to failure by ignoring all these costs. If you need help with a financial plan, seek an expert to help create a proper one. Doing this will help your business to remain profitable and stand against external forces such as competitors and governments. 3. Inadequate Marketing Strategy  Another reason that causes business plan failure is insufficient marketing strategy. To reach a wider audience or customer, communicating your business ideas to the right audience is of the essence.  Understanding your customer’s needs and what they want to achieve from your product will enable you to provide a product or service your customers must accept. 4. Inadequate Management  Many business owners have yet to acknowledge some mistakes they encounter in their business operations, leading to business failure. If business owners should understand their strengths and weaknesses, they can run a successful business in the long run. Moreover, as a business owner, lacking management expertise may negatively affect the survival of your business. To solve this problem, ask yourself questions about your weakness and how to overcome it.  Another question to ask is, who are your team members?  How often do you plan to train your staff? As a business owner wanting to make his vision a reality, you must answer some of these questions. When you do, it will help you avoid the adverse effects of your management plan.  5. Bad Motivation The reason why wrong motivation can fail your business plan is when you have a negative mindset. Starting your business requires a positive attitude. People have so many reasons why they establish a particular business structure.   You will only achieve your purpose when you start a business with the right motive. People start a business they feel they can run effortlessly and effectively.  Some set up companies to make earnings and become a source of income for others.  Some set up businesses to control a larger market and make huge sales. Looking into this, so many have established a company, succeeded for a while, and crashed at some point. The reason is not far-fetched; it is due to the industry set up with the wrong motive. You will agree today that many have business with improper motive of duping people to make it big without proper structure. It has led to the crumbling of so many companies. Notwithstanding, setting up a business with the right motive helps business owners stand the test of time.  6. Lack of Mentorship and Inexperience Business owners could benefit from adverse conditions only by consulting a business mentor. A good mentor has the knowledge and expertise to help business owners recognize their potential and setbacks they may likely encounter in running their business. As a result, mentors are in a better position to help them achieve their business goals. Most entrepreneurs are adamant about following trends and what is new in the market. It has stopped them from realizing the unique opportunity to help them scale through.  Most prefer to stick with their old ideas and operations, which may lead to business failure. The only solution for them is to seek the help of mentors, especially those who lack experience, to have successful business operations. Conclusion  Having a failed business plan as a business owner has a severe adverse effect on your business operations. Your business will succeed only when you have proper planning and good management skills. With the above reasons, ensure you pick the one you know has threatened your company and work on it. By so doing, you will have a successful business.  

Smart Farming:The Future Of Agriculture 

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Smart agriculture also known as precision farming is the implementation of technology, software and equipment to optimize and automate farming processes for a faster and better result. These new technologies include the use of AI, drones, IoT, satellites, big data and more to provide more innovation in food production. Smart agriculture is one of the recent approaches to solving the issue of food scarcity.  In refining the agricultural sector, smart agriculture focuses on increasing the production of crops and livestock to meet the needs of the populace.  Major objectives of smart agriculture include: Increasing agricultural activities and production  An increase in employment rate thus high income generation through employing more farmers and relevant workers in the agricultural system.  Reducing the amount of greenhouse gasses emission through activities that contribute to the generation of greenhouse gasses.   To help food production rate while still producing quality crops, smart agriculture uses minimal resources such as water, seed and organic fertilizers to achieve bountiful harvests irrespective of weather conditions.  To ensure this is running smoothly, sensors in the system help control the use of resources in large proportions and also reduce the impact on the environment.  Smart Farming Technologies There are various smart farming technologies and tools used to optimize agricultural activities. The most effective and efficient tools are: Machine learning Smart farming sensors Big data Internet of Things (IoT)    Conclusion  Smart farming is described to be the future of agriculture and allows for effective production management to meet the population demands. It is also creating an eco-friendly system that humans can thrive in. The spread of smart farming is aided by the development of technology, especially satellite and AI as they play a key link in making production decisions. The future of smart farming and agriculture is on a great path.  

Strategies To Build A Successful Career (Part 2)

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Everyone dreams of having a highly successful career that they enjoy which provides them with a successful life they desire. Having a successful career in life is something that is under your own control. The important thing is knowing what you have passion for and pursing it. Developing your habits and skills will make you more effective at work and home. We’ve explained some of the strategies to building your career in part 1, we will talk about some other strategies to enjoy career success, the following strategies will be of great help: 1. Choose Your Job Wisely The most important step to achieving career success is choosing your occupation. Do you want a career that allows you to travel or a steady job that lets you settle into a pleasant routine? Once you define your priorities and what will bring you true personal satisfaction, you can mold your career around them. It is easy to be happy in a career when you are doing something you are passionate about. Strategies to finding your passion include pinpointing what you core values are, mentioning things you have always wanted to do if money were not an issue and listing the times when you are happiest and feel most fulfilled. Enjoyable career make your entire existence more enjoyable and also makes you more likely to succeed since people always tend to do better at things which they enjoy. Finding success at work means doing what you love and you will never work a day in your life. Read Also: Strategies to Build A Successful Career. Part 1 2. Be A Lifelong Learner Learning is key to progression and success. When you learn new things, your potential for growth increases. Try something new regularly basis in both your personal and professional life. New skills bring you new opportunities. In your place of work, look to you boss and those whose career you wish to emulate for career advice. Seek out opportunities for training within your field. Look for certifications that can help you advice in your career and schedule time to earn them. Enroll for courses and professional certificate programs that you can take outline to enhance your skills. At all points in your career, you need to adopt a mindset of continuous learning and improvement. Never stop working to advance both yourself and your career. 3. Understand Your Job Expectations Begin with the job description of your job and pay attention to the key skills that are listed to qualify for the job. Do you have all of them? How can you improve on each one? Read through all the things the job description lists as responsibilities. Understand what it takes to stay up to date in your role as well as advance to a new role. Successful people are always moving forward. Learn the mission and goals of the organization you work for. Think of how best you can contribute to the goals of the business. If the goals of the organization do not align with your own values and career trajectory, you may have to seek out a new job understanding the workplace culture of the organization. Workplace culture is defined by the values and belief systems of your employers as well as your co-workers. When you understand the culture at your place of work, you know what it takes to work as a team with your colleagues to be successful individually and collectively. 4. Be A Team Player Organizations are most successful when colleagues work as a team. By combining your skills and strengths with those of your co-workers, you will find more success individually and collectively. Respect others on your team and champion their strengths and successes. Realize that you will achieve more by working together with your workmates than competing with them. Solve problems together and refrain from blaming or shifting your share of the workload onto others. Ensure you prioritize your tasks and get done the most important things first. Complete those tasks that someone is waiting for you to do before they can complete the next step of a project or process which is part of time management. Know the goals of your team and collaborate to achieve them and find solutions to issues together. Have a positive attitude at work, when you and your colleagues are faced with challenges. Prioritize good communicate skills, active listening, giving and receiving feedback are key components of effective communication. Be a problem solver and work together to find the solutions that will increase performance at the office. 5. Take Ownership of Everything You Do For you to succeed in your career, you have to take ownership of both your success and failures celebrate your triumphs, analyze them and learn how you can emulate them and build on them in the future. You need to take ownership of your failures as well, accepting responsibility for them without letting them drag you down and learning everything that you can from the mistakes you make. 6. Develop Leadership Skills Adopting good leadership skills will help you to be successful at work. Some of the characteristics of good leaderships include integrity, courage, humility, cooperation, honesty and good communication. Take the initiative to come up with new ideas that will benefit the organization. Have good emotional intelligence, be aware and have respect for the emotions of others. Essential components of emotional intelligence are empathy, self-motivation, self-awareness, social skills and self-regulation. Understand the ability each person has to contribute to the organization. Bring out the best in each of your employees or team members by capitalizing on their strengths and giving them opportunities to improve skills they may be lacking.

Strategies to Build A Successful Career. Part 1

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As we live in a world that is governed by social status, people rate you base on how successful you are in your career. If you are to work your way up to the top, you need to improve your quality of life and possess the necessary skills that can give you an edge over others in your career. To succeed in life, you need to study how those who are successful were able to do it, their habits, and then implement them in your career path. This article reveals habits exhibited by successful people and how one can apply them to be successful in their own different career path. The following strategies will help you to improve your career: 1. Identify with Your Goals Before even considering choosing a career in life, you need to identify what are your biggest rational wishes, what do you want to become in the future? What do you like doing and can do with easy? What is your vision in life? Think about the connection between your inner desires and your rational goals. For you to be successful in your professional life, both your inner desires and rational goals have to match. Identifying with your goals is important process in any successful person’s journey. 2. Build a Quality and Professional Resume Your resume is your way telling people of what you are capable of doing, it states what you are good at, it markets your skills and the stuff you are made off. There are opportunities everywhere, in order not to be caught off guard, take care of this and be ready with a quality resume. 3. Become Aware of Your Strengths There is need to be aware of your inner thoughts, your strengths, desires and your weaknesses. You also derive benefits when you leverage on your knowledge and wisdom for the best purposes. It is advisable you choose your long term profession base on what you know about yourself. Would you be able to sit seven to ten hours in an office working on a computer? Choose a career path that advantage your traits and qualities. 4. Assume Full Responsibility for Your Life One difference between mediocre and successful professionals: responsibility. Whenever something bad happens, you need to assume it. Start assuming responsibility for all of your actions and never blame anyone for your mistakes. That is the worst thing someone can do. Do not take things personally, and be calm. 5. Always Raise Your Standards This is another important factor that differentiates the successful people from the non-successful. Your standards influence the way you think, believe and behave. If your standard is high, you will never settle for the less and what you can accomplish. People with high standards are most times more successful than the average. At interval, take a moment to reflect upon your standards and values. Try to improve them until you realize that you have become the best version of yourself. 6. Brand Yourself Branding is very crucial. Big companies spend huge amount of money in order to establish and create a niche for themselves in the marketplace. It is an old business strategy used by professional companies. Your branding is your image in the marketplace. Brand your name and services and constantly improve it. You can do that by starting a blog, creating a professional social media profile, or by providing good services. 7. Tap into the Power of Networking Networking is a powerful channel for discovering opportunities that can propel your career to unimaginable heights of success. Invest time and efforts in building the right network. Start building your profile on professional and social networking websites. Identify people that are in your world of work. Thought leaders in your industry, former colleagues, alumni, people and brands that you aspire to work with are some examples. Build your connections by sharing your knowledge, offering tips and advice and seeking advice and guidance as well. Be willing to offer value. Participate in conversations related to your industry. Do not be hesitant to put forth your thoughts during discussions. Identify your mentor, his advice, guidance and insights can be invaluable in planning your career. With efficient networking, you will be able to achieve a unique career perspective, improve yourself faster and be at the right place and at the right time to grasp opportunities. Conclusion Building a successful career is a continuous process of growth. An approach that involves the above elements enables you to self-improve and increase your flexibility to changes. An attitude of self-improvement and being open to change is crucial for lasting success, at work and in life. Every step toward success begins with the realization that you are more than you think.

We Can Make the World Better With Love

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Children, parents, adults, blinds, young and old, soldiers, civilians, politicians, etc. all wish to live in a better world devoid of war, and other atrocities. However, attention is not given to an important aspect of life that would be helpful in achieving peace in the world. This aspect of human life is love. Love can make our world a better place. This article, therefore explores how love can make the world a better place.   Love has been defined in various ways. Good Therapy defined love as “A mix of emotions, behaviours, and beliefs associated with strong feelings of affection, protectiveness, warmth, and respect for another person. Love can also be used to apply to non-human animals, to principles, and religious beliefs”. Love involves powerful emotion towards people, animals, things, ideas etc. Here are some ways that love can influence the state of the world making it a better place: Ways that Love Can Make the World Better Compassion and empathy: Love fosters compassion and empathy towards others. When we love, we are more inclined to understand and feel the experiences of others, leading to kindness and a desire to help those in need. Building relationships: Love forms the foundation for strong and meaningful relationships. Whether it’s love between family members, friends, or romantic partners, these relationships can create a support system and contribute to a sense of belonging and happiness. Resolving conflicts: Love promotes forgiveness, understanding, and compromise in resolving conflicts. When love is present, it becomes easier to find common ground, communicate effectively, and work towards peaceful resolutions. Spreading positivity and happiness: Acts of love and kindness have a ripple effect, spreading positivity and happiness. When we show love to others, it often creates a chain reaction, inspiring others to do the same and cultivate a more harmonious and compassionate world. Promoting unity and acceptance: Love transcends boundaries such as race, religion, and nationality. It encourages acceptance, respect, and inclusivity, bringing people together and fostering a sense of global unity and understanding. Inspiring change and social progress: Love can be a driving force for social change and progress. It motivates individuals to stand up for justice, equality, and human rights, creating a more just and equitable society. While love alone may not solve all the world’s problems, it plays a significant role in creating a better world by promoting empathy, compassion, kindness, and connection among individuals.    

The role of Health Maintenance Organization (HMOs) in Nigeria, providing in a proficient way, Proper Medical Services

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Healthcare is vital in any country, the well being of the citizens should not be ignored, and it is the duty of the government that they receive the best of healthcare at an affordable and accessible rate and to Nigerian government, it is the establishment of HMOs. The NHIS earlier years was a scheme set up by the government to cater to the needs of Nigerian workers, and over the years, the NHIS are the regulatory agency to cater for HMOs. The introduction of HMOs (Heath Maintenance Organization) is one of the best options the Nigerian government chose to make health services affordable and accessible to citizens. They are subservient to the NHIS who set regulatory framework for their operation and promoting quality healthcare in Nigeria. In Nigeria, the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) was created as a social network program to provide easy access to quality healthcare in Nigeria at affordable cost. All registered Nigerians, received from the social health insurance programme healthcare coverage that needs to be paid for from a common pool of funds contributed by other participants. HMOs in Nigeria Healthcare System Health Maintenance Organization (HMOs) was formed as private entities to serve as agents of the NHIS and cover both the public and private sectors. HMOs is a Formal Sector Social Health Insurance Programme that serves as a social health security system in which the healthcare of employees in the Formal Sector. Funds are paid for from the pooling of contributions made by employees and employers. Contributions for accessing healthcare using HMOs can be accessed by government entities,  private entities, and individuals. To secure health insurance, you will have to find an insurance provider (HMOs) with unique features that fit your health needs. HMO insurance provides health insurance coverage for a monthly or annual fee and is only limited to medical care. Some Key Takeaways on HMOs HMOs plans require that you first receive medical care services from a provider known as the primary care physician (PCP) assigned to you. They become your custodian of healthcare services, and you chose from the list of options offered to you by the HMO. There are two types of healthcare plans that are alternatives to HMOs. They are Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs) and point-of-service (POS) plans. You chose either the PPOs or POS plan when subscribing for an HMO. Your HMO plan mandates you to see your PCP first, who will refer you to an in-network specialist. The PPO plan allows you to see a specialist without referral. This depends on your subscription rate, and your rate determines your service. Your HMO plan warrants you to within your network of providers to receive coverage. With a PPO plan, you still have a network of providers, but you aren’t restricted to seeing just those physicians. It will also be important to note for your well-being that HMO provides more comprehensive coverage to you. HMO can be accessed by employers and employees of public and private sectors, informal sector employees, and other residents of Nigeria. The creation of HMO is to ensure that quality healthcare is rendered to all participants, and the NHIA act of 2022 regulates the actions of HMO. It is essential that you register with an accredited HMO that meets your health needs to ensure you get proper medical service proficient anytime, any day. It is worthy to note that healthcare is fundamental for citizens of a country. NHIS and HMOs play crucial roles to achieve this goal and this is by providing affordable and accessible healthcare. Benefits of HMOs in Nigerian Healthcare HMOs serves as agent of the NHIS and they offer range of benefits to you which include:   Reduced cost price. HMOs negotiate lower price with healthcare providers to save expenses for their members. Improved healthcare access. Accessing healthcare providers through HMOs is easier. Members get care from network of healthcare providers.