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There are certain things we need to come to terms with in life. An irony about friendship , the word 'friend' is that it comes to an end as the three last letters spell. Photo by Louis Galvez on Unsplash Everyone wants a good friendship . Everyone wants to feel loved. But, limitations may set in - the harsh truths. Trust me; it is better to know what could happen than to get hit unprepared. This post contains some facts about friendships that may be new to you. Find them below. 1. There Is Nothing Like Perfect Friendship Just like humans, relationships or friendships are not flawless. For this reason, you must accept your friends for who they are instead of setting high expectations, which may take a toll on your friendship. 2. There Will Be Conflicts What matters the most in any friendship is the ability to settle your differences because there would be disagreements and arguments. Everybody is different and has different perspectives. 3. Not All Friendships Will Last Forever

  Photo by Kevin Gent on Unsplash . In 1900, the Benin Empire had been conquered by the British and was renamed 'Nigeria' as suggested by Flora Shaw in an article in The Times of London on January 8, 1897. Just before the defeat, there was a clan of personae non gratae, unaccepted outcasts whose actual name is yet to be known. What makes historians and archeologists inquisitive about this tiny bit of history? The clan started when a brother and sister went into exile in 1830 to avoid shame and death. A serene family, living in the middle of nowhere took them in thinking they were a couple- that was the impression they gave. The siblings committed incest, a taboo ( awua ) in the Benin culture. Esewie (the sister) was pregnant for a male child- Ogiemién. She died immediately after childbirth. Meanwhile, Degbueyi (the brother) kissed the dust a few days after their flee as though the punishment for their  awua  followed him. Ogiemién, however, grew up with the kind family and the

Name: Adedire Aishat Imoh School: Iju Senior Grammar School Project: ENERGIZING WASTE Energizing waste solves two primary problems; the indiscriminate waste disposal and the epileptic power supply. INDISCRIMINATE DISPOSAL OF WASTE On many Nigerian streets, we find dirt piled up at corners, and most times, there are no proper waste disposal systems to take care of these wastes. Waste that are not properly disposed off could cause the outbreak of diseases like dysentery and cholera. It can also lead to flooding, which endangers lives and properties, lives and properties. Waste (solid and sewage) materials are also washed down into marine areas like oceans, rivers, ponds, leading to water pollution and the death of aquatic organisms - depriving individuals of their source of livelihood. According to the UN, over three billion people depend on marine and coastal biodiversity for their livelihood, and marine fisheries directly or indirectly employ over 200 million people. EPILEPTIC POWER S

What Are Friendship Goals? Photo credit- charmedlightph No matter the level of chemistry in friendship , work still needs to be done to keep it going and ensure mutual growth . Friendship goals aren't rules but guides that keep our cordiality alive and cement our bonds. They are the perfect examples of the friendship we picture - the scenarios we wish to bring to reality with our friend(s). They are crucial because they fulfill our dreams of moving further in any relationship. The Importance Of Friendship Goals. Photo credit- Kar-Tr Friendship goals satisfy our general well-being with our friendship needs. One distinct attribute of friendship goals is that they make us happier and build the rapport we have with friends. Life is already hectic. We don't want to lose the shoulder we rest. Friendship goals do not necessarily mean there would not be misunderstandings. They mean we get to make the best out of the time we spend with loved ones. 30 Best Friendship Goals For Different

You are who you are ! Until you accept that, you will be a shadow of yourself. You are who you are! Until you believe that, anyone can hover you around. You are who you are! Until you see that, you are not living. Photo credit- filadendron Life is short and consists of day-to-day interactions; some are pleasant, others maybe not be as pleasurable. Despite these occurrences, your decision to get the best out of life is the priority. Your interactions with people and things influence your lifestyle positively or negatively. Image- Unsplash The sooner you realize that opinions don't make you who you are, the better. Nevertheless, being around people who understand you and have your best interest at heart goes a long way in building you because there is nothing like a supportive company . A judgemental company would find faults and may be prone to chastise you before considering correction. Image- Unsplash "You should feel good and enjoy every bit of life, smile more, frown less,

Sometimes we wish for the impossible, but, wishing for a friendship to last forever shouldn't be categorized under this. Or should it? ( iStock ) For a moment, a period of ignorance, I thought all relationships would last forever. However getting older, as my little inexperienced brain saw behind the shadow of life cast by childhood innocence, the thought vanished. Breakup is quiet painful, some more than others and according to Burna boy's song- Last last... it may be inevitable, be it friendship or more intimate relationships . Let's talk about me , 'my breakup experiences' may be a more suitable topic. This Person Aired Me Just Like That!!!😭 Photo by mskathrynne Were we friends or just schoolmates? We were definitely friends, maybe we weren't and it was just a false perception. Whichever the case, I thought we were friends. To be honest I've had quite a number of breakups but I don't feel responsible...I'm always me ...unapologetic (I ma

There are a million reasons why you should opt for an elevated and healthier lifestyle train! We would discuss a few and grow together. It is almost impossible to have the same lifestyle as 4 years ago as t he world is in a post-covid-19 phase after the pandemic in 2020.   Now back to the business of making you better-   Why You Should Improve Your Lifestyle- 1. To Lengthen Your Lifespan. Adopting fresh and healthier habits; from exercise to a healthy diet, or giving up smoking; leads to a longer and stress-free life. 2. To Improve Your Mental and Physical Health. An improved lifestyle routine creates a soothing aura. This influences physical relaxation as well as mental and emotional stability. 3. To Aid Stress Relief. Many have embraced a hectic way of life which can be detrimental. A change would reduce the amount of stress one experiences. 4. To Make You Happier. Implementing a positive change in your regular conduct would result in happier life full of achievements. Mind you, mood