It starts with you!
My name is Lara. I’m 17 years old. A year ago, my life was fine. I went to school. I always had food to eat. Good clothes to wear. Moreover, all I ever wanted in life was to be independent. And, I couldn’t imagine anything stopping that.
Then, my dad lost his job. Things went from good to bad. I had to leave school because we could not afford the fees.
Leaving school was tough. Because it meant I had to give up on my dreams of independence. I felt like it was impossible to achieve my dreams without an education.
But my thought changed one day after I read a story on Springster. The story was titled “Be Your Own Boss” It was exactly what I needed to read at the time.
Through the story, I learnt that I could start my own business and become independent. Education wasn’t the only way after all.
I also learnt that the first step to becoming Miss independent is being confident in yourself and in your ability to achieve your dreams.
I know sometimes it’s difficult to be confident especially when everything seems to be going wrong. But I’ll say rather than focus on the bad you can try to do this two things
Think positive
Scientist say that up to 70% of our thoughts are negative. Did you know that? And my grandma always says “A negative mind can’t give you a positive life”. She’s so right. To be independent you have to turn down the negativity and turn up the positivity. You have to learn to see the light at the end of a tunnel.
Know your skills and talents
When I was in school, I was good with calculations. I figured I could use this skill to run and manage a business.
It’s important to know what you’re good at doing. Focus on it. This way you will feel more confident in yourself.
Remember, your thoughts lead to your feelings. Your feelings lead to the decisions you make and actions you take.
Before you become independent, you first have to think it’s possible to achieve just about anything. And guess what girl? It definitely is.
In the next few days, I will share more information on my journey to independence. So, watch this space for Becoming Miss Independent – Part 2.
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oh ,I am very eager to see that,looking forward to see the part two .thanks big sis
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
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Hi there, hw are u doing.
fine dear ,and you?
Am fine ooo dear.
hey bayley ,any joke, gist or even riddle
I don't ave anwy joke or gist, do u ave ani please share.
No you can become rich without education he depend how you plan your self
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
Quote of the day :The downfall of a man is not the end of his life
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
No,because,hardwork result to success and fortune
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
mines sometimes you have to be your own hero, because people you can't live without can live without you.
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
mines "sometimes you have to be your own hero, because people you can't live without can live without you."
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
I Really Want To Be Independent Or Should I Say I Want To Work But My Dad Won't Let Me Saying I Have To Study..But I Want To Make My Own Money..I Don't Want To Depend On My Parent For Everything
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
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Hi favvee
Hw U Doing Prince_Jnr
Don't let anyone define you. Talk to him about this. They are so many job opportunities online as longas you have an account. Keep pressing on... Prayers work... Say things like "All things are working out for my good "..."good things are rushing towards me" "I am rich. I am independent " everyday say those words and believe and keep learning about business... and be careful and remember you own your life and no one else.... You are You... your body is yours... Parents should make some decisions for us but we have the right to decide how to plan for our future and what we want and love... hope it helps
Wow!, What A Nice Story Pls More
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
Wow! What kind of story be that can i hear d remaining pls?
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
wow! I love ur courage.Pls keep on encouraging other youth who think they are nobody b/c they haven't been to school.
March 20, 2022, 7:55 p.m.
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Hey ALENA! Thanks a lot for your comment.
uhnmmm...inspiring
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
uhnmmm...inspiring!!!
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
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Hi boskky
no, it depends on the person will to succeed
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
No, it depends. Most people aren't educated but they're rich and vice versa. I could say depending on your ability and hardwork
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
Makes sense..........
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
No,but education is good
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EDUCATION IS THE BEST,IT IS POWER.
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
Education is the best legacy
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
No,without education u can make it in life,,but education is good
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
To me education is not a way to succeed in life but what to go to school and have my certificate and prove to so many people is not the end of my life,having unplanned pregnancy is not the end.so many people has look down on me even my pastor I just want them to no and see am not abandon project in the hands of God
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
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Hey Mirabelj! Thanks for the comment. Your comment means so much to us. Your ability to move on and stay strong despite being looked down on is great. There is a Child Advocacy Center where they help and give professional advice to young people in situations like this on what they can do to be safe. You can call them on 08 00 80 080 01. This service is completely confidential - which means they won't share what you say to them with other people. It is free which means you don’t not need to have credit before you call them. We hope this helps
Education is not the only way of making it in Life but it is the keys to success.
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
my fellow sisters please this topic just made me cry because I am been treated badly, I have no parents to carter for me, I managed to see myself through school and now I want to learn tailoring. i need money to buy a sewing machine worth about 80,000 naira please I don't have anywhere else to go.. help your fellow sister please because we all are here to help each other in every way we can.. thank you all
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
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Hey gracey! Thanks for the comment. We are so sorry about what you are going through. When there is life, there is hope. We advise that you get a job or start a business to save money to buy a machine or you start learning how to sew and then save up some money while you perfect your skills to make money to buy a machine. We love your enthusiasm and your will to make it. We hope this helps
Nice
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
veeeeeery helpful
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
Good
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
how can someone be a great person in life without money you will be living in great life
March 20, 2022, 7:54 p.m.
Wow.. So nyc
March 20, 2022, 7:53 p.m.
Your story is an insipiration
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