Say your Prayers!
Date: Tuesday, 19th October 2021
Hey everyone, how are you all doing? Are you having a great day and staying hydrated. I was just thinking of what to write, and this topic just popped into my head; I didn't even plan it, so I guess it is more of freewriting. I hope you enjoy it, let us start.
The topic for today is **"Prayer."**
We all have our own definitions of prayer, but let me give my own definition.
**"Prayer"** is an expression of thanks to God or a request for help from God.
This is the act of communicating with God through your mind or spoken words. Prayer is instant access to God.
In our daily lives, we communicate with our friends, families, and other individuals; this makes our relations with them grow deeper; the same can also be said about prayer.
When you give time to communicate with God, it helps deepen your relationship with him.
But the sad part is that most of us never really spend time with God; the times we are in are filled with so many distractions, and if you are not careful, you will forget God, but this shouldn't be the case.
Spending time with God should always be your first priority because he is your creator, and you shouldn't ignore him.
You may have a busy schedule but give some time to talk with him; for instance, imagine if you had died, would you wake up to do those activities, or have a busy schedule. Of course not, because you will not even wake up.
Prayer is not always about talking to God; it also allows us to hear from him, which is why it is communication, you talk to God, and he answers you.
When we pray, God guides us in our decision-making, comforts us when we are in pain, and shows his love to us in so many ways.
God loves us unconditionally; we see that every day.
If you visit the medical centers, you will see people paying thousands just for oxygen, but look at you, you don't need to pay for oxygen because he has already provided it for you.
So why can't you just take a minute or two to thank him for his good works? He doesn't need your money; he just needs you.
Even if God knows everything, we still need to pray and communicate with him; even the bible says, **"Ask and you shall receive."**
God knows our needs and wants, but he still wants us to ask him; it is only when you ask someone for something they give you, right?
**"Seek, and you shall find"** if you are looking for something, do you just stay until it gets to you, you search the whole area for it because you want to find it.
**"Knock and the door shall be opened."**Sometimes, we fail to see God as our father. Instead, we are scared of him, which is why most of us never seem to go to him. If your earthly father knows how to give you good gifts, what makes you think God won't give you better.
Ask God for help, seek His guidance, and knock on the doors he provides; the closer you are to him, the more you will hear his voice.
God created all of us, and his love is infinite, and prayer is his gift to us; through prayer, we can communicate and worship him.
When you are new to prayer, it is like learning to walk. Learning to walk may have been hard, but you eventually conquered it and started walking. The same is true for prayer.
You can ask God for anything because there is no big or small request for God; trust his loving character as the generous provider. We should always be at ease and filled with joy when we bring forth our request to him.
God wants to hear from you; this way, he can bless you abundantly.
Prayer helps in so many ways; for more understanding, let me list them out.
We make better decisions when we pray
Daily prayer boost our relations with God
Prayer makes God our first priority
Answered prayers are prayers prayed
Prayer transforms your heart
It boosts our mental and spiritual health
As you can see, prayer does a lot of things that you can't even imagine.
That is why you need to pray daily, even if it is just 5 minutes out of your day.
Give sometime out and dedicate it to creating a better relationship with your maker. A busy schedule is only busy because you are alive after all.
I hope with this article, you understand the importance of building a relationship with God through prayers.
Thank you for reading. Drop a comment, and I will see you in the next one. Bye
Learn to Forgive!
Date: Monday, October 18th, 2021
Thirteen days till the end of October, and the market seems to be furious for some reason. I don't know if I sell it or keep on holding it because the red bars on my app are scary; it is like everything went wrong today, lol! Should I buy more now or hold it till it goes up? What do you think?
Today, we will be talking about something we all know, but some of us never seem to do it.
As you have seen in the topic, today we will be talking about **"Forgiveness."** I am sure we all know what I mean when I say this word, but let me dive deeper into the meaning.
**Forgiveness is the letting go of past grudges or lingering anger against a person or persons**, or in more simple terms, the act of forgiving or being forgiven.
All of us reading this, or should I say everyone in the world, has been wronged by someone, sometimes the people around us even hurt us more than others, and this is sad. It could be someone from work, a friend, or even a family member.
No matter what others have done to you, please never hang on to all the negative feelings because that will never do you good; it will only harm your physical performance and mental health.
Forgiving someone who has hurt you may not be the most straightforward task; I know from experience that it can be tough to let go of all the hurt others have done to you.
But I have come to understand that dwelling on the past and reliving them in your mind would only fill it with negative emotions and suppressed anger.
When you learn to forgive others, you are no longer trapped by their past actions, and you are finally free from every hurt that has been done to you.
It may not be easy to let go, but it is a decision you should take; you can choose to replace ill will with goodwill; this means you no longer wish bad things to happen to that individual, which is called decisional forgiveness.
This course of action is often the best choice.
Emotional forgiveness is the act of moving away from negative feelings and no longer dwelling on the wrongdoing, and it is tough to do because those feelings can come back and haunt you again. Just seeing the person may bring the feelings back, and if you see them regularly, then even worse.
Exercising forgiveness can have fantastic health benefits, and it is shown to lower levels of depression, bitterness, higher self-esteem, and greater life satisfaction. Even with all these benefits, it is not easy to forgive.
We can forgive, but we always find it hard; it is not clear why but maybe that is because we are human, and that is why it is so difficult for humans to admit that there was a great offense that still hurts them.
There are some steps you can follow, so you practice how to forgive others, let us take a look.
The first step is to :
**Recall:** Even if it hurts, you learn to relive the wrongdoing that bothers you; the goal here is not to hurt your mind, but so you learn to understand the wrong that has been done to you, don't push anything aside, especially if that memory makes you angry or upset.
**Commit:** Dedicate yourself to forgiving the person; you can write a journal or letter on forgiveness but not send it to anyone. Please keep it to yourself and read it over and over again until it becomes part of you.
**Hold:** Finally, learn to hold on to your forgiveness; this may be the toughest one because the memories would indeed recur. Forgiveness doesn't mean erasing the memory, and it is changing your reactions to those memories that hurt you.
Even when these bad feelings come back to you, remind yourself that you have already forgiven and let go of all the hurt, and you only wish good for the offender.
If you still think you can't forgive or let go, you can talk to someone close or a professional, remember that negative emotions won't help you; they only hurt you.
Most times, the offender doesn't even care, and you are only hurting yourself, don't give them the pleasure of bringing you down, instead forgive them and move on; this is a way better path. Don't you think so?
I hope you have understood what I said in this article. Thank you for reading; leave a comment, stay safe, and I will see you in the next one. Bye
Look at the Bigger Picture!!
Happy Sunday Readers, I hope you all had a fantastic weekend; at least we had a little bit of time to rest before starting the busy week ahead. Some of us had a fun weekend while some didn't, but the most crucial part is you got time to rest.
Today, I will be writing on **"The importance of seeing the Bigger Picture."** I hope you enjoy it; let us begin.
First of all, what does it mean when they say look at the bigger picture? I am sure some of us have heard this in a movie, or someone has said it to us in school.
Our teachers always told us this phrase, so we always think outside the box.
Well, seeing the Bigger picture means thinking about how your actions can affect the overall outcome of your goals or objectives; rather than focusing on the minor details.
It is crucial because it helps in our achievements both in the workplace and in our daily activities.
When you see the bigger picture, you can budget your time more efficiently, manage your stress levels, and create realistic and achievable goals. You can use it in various ways, and it is very advantageous.
If you are looking to be a leader, supervisor, or manager, you must learn this skill because it can change your mindset and help your decision-making.
You may be asking why it is essential to look at the bigger picture?
If your dream is to open up your own business or spend time with your family and friends, you need to plan your actions to accomplish that.
Seeing the bigger picture allows you to focus more on what you want to accomplish, especially long-term goals because they will need a lot of resolves, planning, and thinking.
It may be hard to look at long-term goals with the day-to-day problems because we are too preoccupied thinking of how to solve our present problems that we sometimes forget the future.
To shift your mind back, you need to learn to assign important tasks to others to spend more time doing things that will benefit you in the long run.
There will always be changes around you; this will cause a lot of distractions shifting your mind away from the bigger picture. At the end of it all, What truly matters is how tough and tenacious your resolve is to achieve all the goals you set out to accomplish.
Let us say you are planning to switch jobs, and the owner gives you a new job offer, and it looks enticing; what do you do?
If you have already decided on leaving the job, stick to your initial decision because this is where the bigger goal comes in handy.
Never let new developments come in the way of your end goals because if they do, you will forever be clouded with new opportunities making it impossible for you to accomplish what you want.
**How do you look at the Bigger Picture!**
If you want to learn, then follow the steps listed below.
**Make habits that promote big-picture thinking:** you can limit or get rid of habits that are not beneficial to you; this will ensure that you focus more on the larger context of things.
**Try making a more organized list:** To boost your thinking, you can create a detailed list that helps you get your work done correctly. Organized the list based on date, short to long term duties, or high to low priority responsibilities; this action will make it easier to manage your time efficiently.
**Reserve Time for reflection:** Instead of acting based on your emotions, fatigue, or distractions, make your decisions based on what you see in the bigger picture because it will help you prioritize effectively and set the right goals.
Thinking in the bigger picture can help you think more of the long-term than the short-term. It makes decision-making more accessible and faster.
You would spend more time on what truly matters and ultimately reach your final goals even with all the distractions you might encounter in your journey.
Never forget the long-term goals because they are the most important ones.
Thank you for reading; leave a comment, and I will see you in the next one.
Why you should be Lazy!
You are probably wondering if the title is correct or maybe if I have gone crazy.
Well, yes, the title is correct because we will be talking about the "benefits of laziness" and why you should be lazy in today's article;
Even though I have said before that it isn't good to be lazy, I have come to find out that even laziness has its benefits; everything in this world has its advantages and disadvantages, so why don't we look at the advantages of laziness.
Note: Laziness can be good sometimes but don't let it overcome you; as the old saying goes, **"Too much of everything is bad."** Learn to control it., don't let it control you because it would be hard to break out of when it becomes a habit. With that, let me begin the article.
Most cultures have negative thoughts about laziness because, over the years, people have perceived laziness to mean unproductivity or futility. Many of these are backed up by experiences and research,
but you have to ask yourself this. What are the benefits of laziness?
Many names identify a lazy person, such as slacker, couch potato, or bum. Laziness is a harmful coping mechanism in depression and anxiety, but it is far more common beyond these medical disorders.
Everybody can be lazy; even the most hardworking and perfect person can sometimes be a slouch because we are all humans, sometimes needing to relax. Have you ever asked yourself this
the question, if laziness is so bad, then why is it so prevalent in our life?
The world and nature seem to have optimized our biological process to embrace laziness. Most animals spend most of their time doing absolutely nothing because animals have free time; the most highly efficient predators may appear lazier than relatively unfruitful predators.
Laziness is said to be the other side of a productivity coin. It shows a sign of unproductivity and inefficiency; it can come from intelligent work freeing up time for well-deserved idleness.
Furthermore, it can be the trigger for intelligent work in and of itself.
Laziness can be beneficial; from wellness to efficiency, being lazy can sometimes lead to a healthier, more relaxed life without stress or worries. Maybe you should think of changing your attitude towards laziness
Well, without further ado, let me list some of the benefits of laziness that I know of. Let's start.
**Laziness reduces Burnout:** If you have read my previous article, you will understand what I mean when I say burnout. Laziness helps us regain control over our body and mind; by taking consistent breaks from activities, we permit our body and mind to regain the energy they lost; this reduces the chances of burnout. https://read.cash/@Oikawa/take-charge-of-burnouts-8e86feb3
**Laziness helps us focus on high-leverage activities:** When you are lazy, you learn to manage your energy expenditure carefully; this means you will be unwilling to do unnecessary tasks. Instead of doing the unnecessary, you are more likely to give more effort to high-leverage activities.
**Unproductivity helps manage stress:** Procrastination can be wrong sometimes, but it can come in handy when you want to relieve stress; this is one of the primary reasons why adults always tend to have higher stress levels than teenagers; teenagers are more likely to procrastinate away from work than adults because this benefits their mental health and they tend to utilize it.
**Lazy solutions are innovative:** Frank Gilbreth once said, **"I choose a lazy person to do a hard job. Because a lazy person will find an easy way to do it." -Frank Gilbreth** When you look at all our electronic items, you will find out that all of them were made to make our lives easier, from the Tv remote to the dishwasher, they were all made, so we don't have to stress ourself. It is said that necessity makes innovation, but laziness is a solid motherly figure of innovation when you genuinely look at it.
**Laziness helps recharge our energy stores:** Sometimes, we confuse rest and idleness with laziness, but in a sense, we tend to be more pessimistic about laziness. But both rest and laziness have positive effects; there is research showing that taking a nap during the daytime or just taking consistent breaks helps lower your blood pressure, and your chances of getting burnout are reduced.
**Laziness helps our mental health:** Slacking sometimes is beneficial to our mental health, even if keeping helps us ward away evil and disturbing thoughts and emotions. But if you resort to manic-style conduct, you will be able to suppress your feelings and thoughts better.
The benefits of laziness are that if I keep on typing, you would never leave this page. I think I have said enough for this topic but remember that all things with advantages also have disadvantages. It all depends on you.
Please don't be lazy and waste your life, instead be tactfully lazy; I mean, be lazy in ways that benefit you and the world. You can think of inventions that would help relieve stress, just like the remote
Practice Makes Perfect? True or False
Practice or Natural Talent? This question is one of those that will take a lot of thinking before concluding. What is the difference between an amateur and an expert performance? Can anyone become an expert with enough practice, or is it talent?.
This debate has caused many researchers to get their hands busy because it needed to be looked into.
Due to their research, we finally got the popular notion **"10,000 hours of practice makes perfection".** This research also challenged the idea that anyone can become an expert with enough practice.
Does Practice Matter?
How significant a role does practice play in the grand scheme of things? Millions of people practice daily to learn something new, but does that make any difference. Does one need to be born with a talent to acquire a skill? Well, practice does have an essential role in learning processes. But practice alone can only do so much.
When it comes to education and professions, practice does not meet the average requirements.
Relying on practice alone can cause a lot of setbacks because practice is only one piece of the bigger picture; there are so many other factors that come into line when acquiring a new skill.
They include your overall intelligence, how early you start learning the new skill, interest in learning, memory capability, and finally, inborn talent.
While the old saying is, **"Practice makes Perfect.",** there is still a lot of research showing that practice doesn't necessarily mean that an individual will succeed. Instead, some studies have shown that the right kind of practice pays off.
You are asking yourself what I meant by the right kind of practice; well, when I say that, I mean doing the activities you need to do to grow instead of wasting your time on the insignificant parts.
It would help if you did what benefits you because that matters when optimizing learning and increasing your skills.
I have figured out that actual hand practice is not the only necessity for learning in all my years of learning. When it comes down to it, **"Mental Practice"** actually plays a more significant role.
Mental practice helps in rehearsing something over and over again until your mind gets used to it. For example, when you buy a game controller or laptop, you can't remember the inputs until you get used to them. Let me use a better example.
A pianist mentally visualizes his piano and can play because they have rehearsed it so many times; they don't even need to look at the piano sometimes. This action is because of their mental practice, which may take months or even years.
Best Kind of Practice
I have said before that there is a right way to practice and now let me finally review that.
Research has proven that people who spend more time investigating how things work or the core of the skills they want to learn to get better at it because they better understand how they work.
Instead of wasting your time doing the unnecessary, investigate more profound into what you are learning. Let me use crypto as an example.
Most people think all crypto is Bitcoin, and this is what leads to their downfall. They invest thinking that if Bitcoin is going up, all other cryptos are going up, but they forget to look deeper into crypto. Instead of investigating or learning how it works, they want instant gratification.
How to become better with practice
The practice may not be the only key to perfection, but there are some methods you could use for it to be effective. I hope they help you get better.
Differ your practice periods before time to help you maintain interest and enjoyment in the activity.
Have courage and don't be afraid to commit mistakes; the most experienced people will tell you optimal learning requires errors, which is true. Mistakes make us learn better, especially when we learn from our mistakes.
Put more time, so you become familiar with the processes and tools required to perform the skill.
Explore the skill you want to learn because exploration plays a significant part in learning a new skill.
Conclusion
Even if practice makes perfect, it is only a tiny piece because there are still a lot of other factors you need to utilize before perfecting a skill, but I am sure even someone with talent can be beaten by someone who has worked hard at learning a skill.
Talent is only valid when you practice, and that is the truth; it will not be helpful if you don't work on your talent.
Mental rehearsal, hands-on practice, exploration, and others will be highly effective if you look to become perfect at something.
Does practice make perfect? Well, it all depends on how you practice and what methods you use.
**Please don't focus on the insignificant instead, dive deeper into how it works.**
Thank you for reading; leave a comment, and I will see you in the next one! Bye
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Take charge of Burnouts!
Date: 14th of October, 2021
The month is reaching its end in a few weeks, and some of us may be feeling exhausted and stressed out because we constantly grind here on readcash. Some of us have the 1 article a day goal which is difficult because to post every day isn’t easy, especially when you have things you are doing in the real world.
I also participate in the 1 article a day goal. I can testify that this path isn’t easy sometimes, and it can lead to **“Burnout.”**
Burnout is the mental and physical exhaustion that removes the joy from your relationships, career and activities. Have you ever felt this before? Maybe you just fell out of love for something or someone, well this is the reason.
When you continually expose yourself to stressful situations like working long hours or listening to upsetting news, this could lead to a stress condition.
The sad part about burnout is you won’t easily spot it even if you feel something is wrong. Still, luckily research has been done to help you curb this problem.
Also, if you learn a thing or two from this article, share with friends, partners or family who is also passing through this; they may not even know they are but still educate them.
Unlike ordinary fatigue, burnout makes our daily activities more challenging because it is harder to cope with the stress while handling our daily activities.
You ever felt like you had nothing left to give and dreaded waking up to go to work in the morning? Every morning is like hell, and every day you are down and depressed. You are in a never-ending cycle, and you always see the pessimist side of things.
Burnout doesn’t just go by itself; it may take time, but it can be treated. If ignored, it can lead to both physical and psychological diseases like diabetes, heart diseases, and of course, depression.
I have heard many people saying **“Burnout”** is not a general problem. It only affects some people, but that is false; everyone experiences burnout in their lifetime. Still, it primarily affects adults because they have more responsibilities than children or adolescents.
Adults are more susceptible to high-stress levels, especially doctors and nurses, who are highly vulnerable to this health problem.
Doctors and nurses aren’t the only ones who may suffer from this problem.
Teachers or caregivers also face this problem because taking care of children is truly one of the most stressful jobs in the world.
I genuinely pity teachers and caregivers because what they do isn’t easy; shout out to all teachers; they are genuinely great.
Some traits like perfectionism, needing to be in control can also increase your possibility of getting burnout.
Suppose you can remember what I said initially. In that case, burnout is not easily noticeable, but you notice some symptoms when it starts.
**Exhaustion:** You have no strength to give your best because you always feel exhausted and tired; you always have headaches, stomachaches, and sleeping changes
**Frequent Illness:** Burnout lowers your immune system making you more susceptible to cold, flu, insomnia and mental problems like depression and anxiety.
**Irritability:** If you start losing your cool quickly, then there is a high chance you are suffering from burnout. Coping with everyday stressors like preparing for work and tending to household tasks may start to feel insurmountable, especially when these activities don’t go as planned.
**Escape fantasies.** Not satisfied with the cycle of stressful jobs, people with burnout will fantasize about living the life they always wanted to live. In the most severe cases, these individuals even turn to drugs, alcohol, food or anything that can numb their emotional and physical pain.
**Isolation.** Individuals with burnout tend to feel overwhelmed by a large crowd. As a result, they may stop socializing entirely and confiding in friends, family members, and co-workers.
How to Prevent Burnout
**Exercise:** This is the most effective means to curb burnout because it keeps your body and mind active, boosting your physical and emotional health. Even if you can’t go to the gym, there are some mini-workouts you can do, such as jogging, yoga or stretches.
**Eating a Balanced Diet:** Don’t just cram all the food you can find into you, learn to eat healthy because it can make a lot of difference in your life. Most people don’t even know what a balanced diet is, and that is why they find themselves getting addicted to all sorts of food without even caring for their health.
**Ask for help:** In these stressful times, it’s essential to request help from others. You don’t have to feel ashamed or proud. If you are, consider creating a self-care session with your close friends and relatives so you can take care of each other during these difficult times.
**Conclusion**
There will always be stressful situations in our life, but always remember to manage them effectively, so they don’t overwhelm you.
If you ever feel exhausted, anxiety and isolating yourself from friends, then know the symptoms have already started showing. However, you can follow the necessary steps I have put in the article. I guarantee they will help you!
Burnout is avoidable; you just have to make self-care part of your daily routine. Even if you are working long hours or taking care of children, remember to sprinkle some joy into each day.
Thank you for reading; leave a comment, and I will see you in the next one!
Lies, Fraud and Scams!
Hello everyone!! How are you all doing? This should be my 13th entry for this month; the month is prolonged now. Maybe it is because of the market. Things were looking great at the beginning of the month, but it seems to be going bearish now. Even though it is bearish now, don't lose hope in BCH because this coin will soon show us its power.
Anyway, this article isn't dedicated to BCH, but I am writing to enlighten you on a demon; we all know and do! You probably know what I am talking about through the topic of this article.
We lie daily, and no human on earth can say they haven't lied; anyone that said they haven't lied is probably lying too.
There are several reasons we tell lies, benefit ourselves, protect ourselves, cover up, and protect others.
When I say protect others I mean, lying so that you won't hurt other people's feelings, it may not be the best course of action, but I would rather be a liar than hurt someone's feelings.
Lying is wrong, and so many people have taken it to the extreme, even causing harm to others for their own benefit.
In this modern-day and age, fraud and cybercrime have become significant problems.
Many reports show how millions of people have been scammed by businesses that ran away with their money.
This is also the central problem in crypto because most times, new crypto comes out, it spikes high, causing people to buy. When they buy, the market comes crashing down, and they lose all their money while the owners run away with a ton of money. A story like this happened in South Africa, where two individuals stole 10million dollars from their investors and ran away.
I am trying to prove with this story that lying comes in various forms, and sometimes it is not easy to spot when someone is fake.
Fraud is a form of lying because it tricks people into losing all their money. Some may think defrauding a person is not harmful, but that can be the worst thing you would ever do to someone.
I can remember when my grandpa got scammed of his life savings, he got a heart attack and was in a coma for 3 months until he died. I was highly raged by this, but I couldn't do anything because the scammer had already disappeared and left no trace. We tried telling the police, but as usual, they were of no help.
Just because something benefits you doesn't mean you should do it; you are hurting another person in ways you don't know. My grandpa would still be alive if it weren't for those cursed scammers.
There are so many people out there that have falling victim to fraud and cyber-crime
**Between April 2018 and March 2019, there were:**
**741,123 crimes were reported to Action Fraud.**
**£2.2bn lost by victims.**
**65% of reports were from businesses and 35% from individuals.**
Source https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/what-is-fraud
Can you imagine? Between 2018 to 2019, the amount of money lost was 2.2billion; imagine how much they would have to steal from one person to get that sum of money. Even when they get the money, their greed grows, and they want even more money.
Instead of working like others, they end up stealing money from people who have worked hard for their income. The sad part here is most of the victims are older individuals who are more susceptible to being scammed.
There was one time they wanted to scam my grandma, I don't know if this guy was a newbie or maybe he was just stupid. He tells us he is from London, but he has an Indian accent. I am not trying to say Indians can't be in London, but the problem here was he told us he was from London, Mumbai.😂 Like, dude, if you are going to scam someone, at least use your brain. What the jelly is London, Mumbai. https://emojipedia.org/face-with-tears-of-joy/
We played with him for a long time, he got angry and started shouting on the phone. We laughed at him till he cut the call.
Fraud and scams are significant problems in our society today. Still, you can help stop this problem by following the necessary steps.
If you notice abnormal activity in your neighborhood, don't ignore it; call others to help you report them. Never keep shut because you never know the next victim, maybe someone you know or even you.
Don't be afraid to inform the police or security agencies because that is their job. To protect the citizens.
Be your brother's keeper, don't allow Fraudsters to roam freely, stealing others money. At the same time, their victims are left in debt, depression and despair.
Also, please don't follow what others are doing and partake in defrauding others.
Hurting people for your own benefit will never make you happy; it will only make you less human.
Thank you for reading; leave a comment, like and subscribe, and I will see you in the next one!
Graduation!!
Hello Everyone! I am sorry I couldn't be active for the past two days.
I have my reasons, and I will be sharing them in this article.
It has been six years, but I am finally done with High school!! Yay!!
The journey hasn't been easy, and there were so many difficult times, but they were truly worth it. I wish my younger self could see me now, and I bet he would be happy!
High school is truly the best time in anyone's life, filled with so many experiences that truly make you ready for the outside world.
You may think college is the best, but there is nothing like high school; you can live a fun, carefree lifestyle and less workload, lol!
High school is the time where we shed our baby skins and come out into our natural bodies.
I want to share some lyrics we sang during our graduation; I hope you like them.
**Hey, if we could name these boxes of our memories**
**"Treasure" would be a perfect fit**
**Right, These excitement-colored days.**
**That have passed have filled our hearts**
**To their full capacity**
**The familiar uniforms and indoor shoes**
**The doodles on our whiteboard**
**I guess we have to leave them behind. At the entrance tomorrow**
**We met each other, and that is what matters.**
**Graduation isn't the end.**
**We're buddies from here on out!**
**Pictures of us together**
**Our matching keychains**
**It will shine on forever.**
**And always, we thank you for your smile.**
**The trees seem like they've grown a bit too.**
**Though it's too slow for you to see**
**I'm sure the sky above us saw it all.**
**All the times we tripped.**
**But also all the times we walked on till the end.**
**The wings of the notes we played**
**Overflowing gently into the hallway**
**Until it piles up to be cuddly**
**It'd be fine if it stays the way it is now.**
**If you say you love us**
**We'll answer that we really, really love you!**
**There's nothing else we've forgotten.**
**We'll be together forever and ever!**
**😂** https://emojipedia.org/face-with-tears-of-joy/
I am sorry if the song is weird; we all loved it, but I will admit it is weird, especially when the guys were singing it.
We didn't make the song, it was from a show called K-on, we all loved the song, and we decided to sing it because it spoke to our hearts. https://myanimelist.net/anime/5680/K-On
The parents loved it, and some of us were crying because this may be the last time we would see each other, but as the song says, graduation isn't the end. The world is still out there, and we will still meet each other.
I will miss waking up late and running to school to catch the bell.
Drawing on the boards, doing assignments 5 minutes to submission, and getting caught, my nagging teachers, my lovely friends, and my excellent school.
Our memories will still be there forever, even if we are no longer together.
Even if I am done with high school, I know this is just the beginning; my journey has just started, and I may not know what the future holds for me yet. Still, from today, I will work harder to build my future with my own hands.
I don't have any more excuses for not posting daily on read.cash anymore, so I will try my best to release articles every day because the future depends on the choices I make today.
It is only me that decides my future, and I will make sure I achieve all the goals I have set out to achieve; and I pray God gives me the strength, wisdom, and guidance so I take the right path at all times.
I may find a part-time job, but that won't affect my activity here. I love my readcash family, and I am glad to celebrate this day on this website. Thank you all for your support. I appreciate everything you do for me.
**I know I don't say this often but, I love you guys.** **💖** https://emojipedia.org/sparkling-heart/
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Thank you for reading, and Have a Great Day/Night!
I am sorry that I haven't been active on here Everyone! I have been busy lately because I just finished HighSchool HURRAY! and we did our graduation yesterday so I couldn't write anything for today! Please accept my apologies everyone!
I am writing an article on it now so don't worry, I will soon be done with it!
Happiness?
Sometimes life can be really rough and challenging; in these times, we feel defeated and depressed but never forget to smile even in the face of adversity because when we are happy, I believe nothing can stop us again.
Happiness is essential in our lives because it helps us forget all our problems naturally, unlike with alcohol or drugs, which affect us in the long run.
Nowadays, where everything seems to be going wrong worldwide with the pandemic, wars, and economic disability, we need to try our best to find what makes us happy even if everything is going wrong.
Is it impossible to achieve happiness? Well, of course not!
Happiness is already within your grasp, but you fail to take hold of it due to all the negative emotions holding you back! Feelings of anger, hatred, jealousy all can affect your positive emotions significantly.
Most individuals spend their days planning to ruin another person's life; they devise so many schemes and plans just to make sure other people aren't happy.
Happiness varies from person to person; what makes you happy may not be the same as what makes me happy; some of us try to live in society's happiness because we believe that is what **TRUE HAPPINESS** is, but that is a lie.
Instead of living miserably in society's happiness, find what makes you happy because there is no point in living when you are miserable!
Firstly let me explain happiness because some of us tend to deceive ourselves into thinking we are happy.
Happiness can not be genuinely defined because it is not something that you see. Instead, it is something you feel; it may be an illusion from our brain.
But based on the Oxford dictionary, "Happiness is the feeling of contentment or pleasure, or a state of being happy."
Over the years, I have found out that happiness truly makes life worth living; it makes us feel more fulfilled, motivated, and energetic.
You rarely see a depressed person doing great at their activities because they don't have the motivation to work, but when they are happy, you see them doing all sorts of things😃. https://emojipedia.org/grinning-face-with-big-eyes/
Happiness indeed draws the line between failure and success.
****BENEFITS OF HAPPINESS****
**Work and Career**
Sometimes I see people saying, "When I am successful then I would be happy" however, this should be backward because a happy person stands a much better chance to be successful than someone who is stressed out and sad.
Happy people are more optimistic, making it easier for them to take more opportunities in life and actually succeed; they are better at management and leadership.
**Relationships**
Happy people are more likely to be more successful in finding and maintaining relationships because they have better social support and are generally satisfied with a large group of people. If you have noticed, the happiest people tend to have high-quality relationships, better moods, less jealousy, and strong family bonds.
When it comes to dating and marriage, there is always a strong link between happiness and satisfaction. Happy people are more content with their partners.
They know how to maintain their relationships with their families and partners. Happy people are more generous and willing to compromise for their loved ones, even at the cost of their own well-being. Happy people strive to love others and not create war. When there is a disagreement, happy people are less likely to be violent in their relationships because they know violence doesn't solve their problems.
**Longer Life-expectancy**
Some research shows that happy people are more likely to have better health, extending life expectancy.
Happy people are more likely to live 7-10 years longer than unhappy people because they partake more in exercise, eat healthily, lower stress levels, find creative outlets, and foster healthy relationships that create positive emotions for them.
I always wondered why Queen Elizabeth lives more protracted than most people, and maybe this is the answer and all the pile of money she has at her disposal😊 https://emojipedia.org/smiling-face-with-smiling-eyes/
Creativity
They are productive, but they are also more likely to be creative than most people; positive thinking and open-mindedness really help them create and think up ideas. When you are positive in your thinking, it becomes easier to devise and envision creative solutions to the problems we face.
Health
It is easier to maintain your physical health, fewer hospital and emergency room visits when you have positive thoughts. Also, we use less medication, resulting in fewer work absences related to success. Better health relates to less overall physical pain.
Happy people tend to have better mental health than others and have fewer symptoms related to mental diseases.
Many of these mental health problems are tied to substance abuse.
Happy people are less likely to be drug users because they have no use for it.
Additionally, happy people are more resilient than unhappy individuals.
Resilience can be defined as our ability to bounce back and recover from any challenging situation we find ourselves in.
**Happiness means making the most out of the good times and coping with the bad times because these are all experiences we need to face.**
The end result would be living your best life, even when faced with adversity.
To achieve happiness, you must learn to never give up and always stand back up even in the bad times where things don't seem to be looking good.
Learn to eliminate your negative thoughts and emotions because they don't benefit you and create more challenging situations.
Happiness is an essential experience in our lives, and I believe everyone deserves to feel it. We should always try to stay happy and make the people around us happy in whatever we do.
Happiness isn't only for feeling good, but it also helps us be better people for ourselves, loved ones, and society.
Don't give in to your negative thoughts, but learn to love yourself and always stay happy, it may not be easy, but you will eventually reap the benefits.
Thank you for reading, and God bless you!
If the world were to end, what would you do?
This should be my 10th entry for this month; I looked at the calendar today and was surprised to see 10/10. I can't believe this year will soon end; we are almost in 2022, can you imagine? Thirty years ago, 2022 was a myth because they believed the world would end in 2000 but look at us now.
So many people killed themselves because they thought the world would end, it is sad, but that is reality. This reminds me of a particular group called **"Heavens Gate"** I don't know if any of us have heard of it. They literally killed themselves because they thought the world was ending and wanted to ascend to a higher level; check the story out if you are interested.
Today I wanted to write something easy but first, let me ask you this question. **"What would you do if the world was ending tomorrow?"** I know that may be a weird question, but I am sure some of us have thought about this one or two times because this is a fun question.
Back in high school, we were asked to write an essay on this, and I couldn't do it because that kind of question really made me sad and worried. Imagine if an asteroid was coming to earth tomorrow. Wouldn't you go crazy lol!
Just the thought of it makes me scared; I can remember last year when they announced a meteor coming to earth, and I started panicking because there were still so many things I needed to do, and the pandemic was holding me back. I thought, what a horrible life this was, lol!
Luckily the asteroid went past earth, and we were all saved. Yay!
From that day, I told myself I would start living every day like it was my last because you never know what would happen. It is better to die happy than live miserably, I guess.
There are so many things that I would love to do at the end of the world but let me just summarize them for you. Hope you enjoy it.
****Tackle my Bucket List****
Ahh! The end of the world would have to wait until I finish everything on my bucket list because there are so many things I haven't done yet. What better time to finish my bucket list than during this? I may not complete it, but I will do my best to complete it. It is never too early or too late to do something life-changing. That is what I think.
****Apologize to Everyone****
Hehe, we all have people we have wronged in our life, and I think it is not right to let these negative relationships stay.
If I have hurt anyone, I will acknowledge what I have done and apologize to anyone; that would make me feel less guilty.
Forgive and Forget! Allow yourself to move on.
Even if others don't give me an apology, I will still apologize to them even when they are the ones that did me wrong.
****Look at the Celestial Bodies****
I always spend my day on my devices; that is no way to live the last days; if tomorrow was the last day, I would wake up early, carry my mattress, set it outside, and lookup. It may seem weird, but I have never appreciated the world before; I would love to see the sunrise and sunset because it is gorgeous, and the world is truly incredible.
****Celebrate Yourself****
Life is costly, everything has a price, and it takes a lot of money to get by every day. But who cares about expenses when the world is ending. Even if it is just new pairs of shoes, I would love to be with something that makes me happy. I may even use up all my savings because if there is no future, what is the point of saving.
Wear Whatever I want!
Anyone who still dares to judge me during the end is insane; I would wear what makes me happy. Every day we wear uncomfortable clothes because we don't want to get judged, so I would wear what makes me feel my best, and if anyone doesn't like it, then that is their business.
Take Risk
Whatever activity I couldn't do before because of my fear, then I would try to do them. I have always wanted to sky-dive, and it would be nice to do that one day. Maybe proposing to a lady, lol! I would do something out of my comfort zone; I may not regret it.
**Tell my loved ones I love them**.
I am guilty of not appreciating my loved ones because I am a loner, I guess. I rarely express my feelings to them, but that is not right; I would try my best to tell them how much they mean to me every day.
**Learn something new**
It won't hurt to learn a new skill, and why wouldn't I? There are some things I would love to learn, and I would invest time to do it. This would make me feel accomplished and fulfilled. It doesn't matter the skill I would do it.
The world may be ending, but that doesn't mean you should be down and depressed, there are still so many things you haven't done yet, and nothing should stop you, not even the end of the world😊 https://emojipedia.org/smiling-face-with-smiling-eyes/
It doesn't have to be the end of the world; you can live your best life every day because you deserve it.
Life is too short to not have fun or take the risk. It could end anytime, so why not? You could start today! Love your relatives more, Live your best life every day, don't have any regrets.
This has been a strange topic, but it has been fun writing it. I hope you enjoyed reading it, and I would really love to read your own ideas because I know it would be fun.
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Go Beyond! Plus Ultra
This article is my ninth entry for this month, and I am glad you all are still here supporting my writing; I appreciate what you are doing for me. Thank you💖 https://emojipedia.org/sparkling-heart/
I don't want to take much out of your time, so let's get right on today's topic, which is **"Surpassing Yourself".** This article can be a continuation of my previous article, "What is holding you back?" Check it out if you have the time. https://read.cash/@Oikawa/what-is-holding-you-back-83330fd7
If I could think of one thing we all share in common, then I would say, **Goals** because we all have this dreams that push us forward and make us strive harder to achieve them. But the sad truth is not all of us will achieve our dreams.
Some of us never achieve what we dream of because we let our limits hold us back. These limits come in various forms, such as our doubts, fears, negative past, or physical inabilities.
I know we have all hit a wall in this journey called life; that is because we have met our limits which makes us feel resistance; we usually give up during these times because everything feels so much harder to accomplish.
That is why it is essential to learn how to beat your limits and overcome them in every situation you find yourself in.
Luckily, so much research has been made to teach us how to surpass our limits and achieve our goals.
I have written some of them below.
**LEARN TO EMBRACE BIGGER CHALLENGES TO GUAGE YOURSELF**
If you want to achieve more, then learn to dream more; pushing beyond your limits means you need to do things beyond you, things that would get you out of your comfort zone and make you experience growth.
When you embrace more complicated and more complex challenges than your everyday lifestyle, you will be comfortable even when you are outside your comfort zone; this makes it easier to achieve any dream you set out to do.
**LOOK FOR THE UNKNOWN**
The majority of people tend to fear the unknown; it is typical for living beings to fear what they don't know, especially when you try to leave your comfort zones, you tend to become scared of the future.
"What would happen to me" "Where would I go" "What should I do".
These are some of the questions we ask ourselves when we are afraid; we tend to doubt ourselves and refuse to move forward, which leads to failure.
Do you know that children are more likely to embrace the unknown than grown adults because their desire for safety and security does not overpower their curiosity? As you get older, your desire for safety and security starts growing, making us stay in our comfort zones. If you want to surpass your limits, you have to learn to increase your curiosity for the unknown.
**ELIMINATE WEAKNESSES**
To know your limits, you first have to identify your weaknesses; we all have our weaknesses, and failing to accept them won't help you; learn to face them and transform them.
You could turn your most significant liability into your most potent weapon.
Weakness takes away from our strength, but the more we deduct them through our efforts, the more we grow, it may be a painful process to go through, but I promise the benefits are long-term and life-long.
**Think Differently**
It doesn't matter what people say, but you have already lost the battle when your mind is against you. Instead of making your mind your enemy, why not make it the most potent weapon? It will be with you all your life, so why not use it effectively.
When we face hardship, the mind tells us to give up because it tries to protect us instinctively. To achieve your goals, you have to overcome the desire to give up.
It would help to have a mentor, role model who is already successful, so you have someone to look up to, admire and learn from. Watch how they overcome their desires to give up even when they face hardship. This method will train you to hold on longer and become more optimistic enough to overcome your limits.
**Visualize the Next Level**
Visualization is effective because it helps you focus on what you want to get. "Visualization is Motivation"
I have found out that the more you visualize something, the more you want it, just like when you think of food, you get hungry.
We often need to imagine where we want you to be by a specific time in the future.
Learn to visualize your future every morning when you get up; this will motivate you to leave your comfort zone and help you achieve your goals.
**Find Your Motivation**
Get in touch with what keeps you going, and it could be your family, crush, goals/dreams; what motivates you is different from what motivates another person, so it would be great to ask yourself these questions.
What brings you joy
What helps you find meaning in life?
Ask yourself where and who you want to make proud in the future and what would make you feel fulfilled. This action gives you a direction to move forward.
It may not be easy overcoming hardship, but with what I have written here, it should be easier. Don't forget all these steps because they will be needed in the future.
Thank you for reading, and I will see you in the next one!
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Don't Follow! Be Different!
Eight entry for this month, I think this month is moving a little bit too fast. I remember when we were all writing our "September summaries", that was seven days ago, can you imagine?
If we don't hurry, this month will leave us behind, and we will be lost in the sauce. At the beginning of the month, I read, commented, and upvoted so many articles, it was not easy, but I cleared my notifications list. It was 62 notifications; I was scared when I saw it, but I ended up doing it.
When I read all those articles, I noticed that they were not all the same. They were all unique, which made them even better to read. I hate seeing copied content, especially on this platform where people work hard to earn their share.
For God's sake, if you don't feel like writing an article, don't write one; you are not being forced or at gunpoint. Imagine copying an article so bad that you forgot to remove the author's name. At least be smart about it, come on!
There is always a sense of accomplishment when you finish writing an article; you can't wait to hit publish and share your work.
Do you know why you feel happy? It is because that article is your work, your creation. You didn't copy the work of another. You thought and wrote differently, which is why your article is unique.
I have seen many people get confused and lost because they start following the crowd; these people forget themselves and only focus on the latest trend because they don't want to stand out from others. They feel safer when they are in a crowd and scared when alone.
**Stand out or Fit in: That is the question!**
I have asked myself this question so many times because this is that kind of question!
It would help if you asked yourself this in every decision you make; it can be the deciding factor in your lifestyle and, ultimately your success.
You may be thinking; there will be no gain in standing out from the crowd; you will only be called names and insulted. Well, that should give you satisfaction.
The disciples of Jesus chose to be different. Even though they were persecuted for their actions, they kept preaching and sharing the good news worldwide; the disciples were happy to be persecuted because that meant they were doing the right thing.
Imagine if the disciples chose to follow the crowd and renounce Jesus, Christianity wouldn't have come this far. It all started when they stood out and left their comfort zones.
So many people stay in their comfort zones, which can affect an individual's growth. Learn to come out of it, don't stay with others and copy their ideas instead make your own ideas, don't copy what everyone says.
One thing you should learn is, think and try differently from others.
This strategy would make a whole lot of variation in your life, trust me. In every aspect of your life, don't ask **"What would they do"** ask **"What would you do."** because to be successful, you have to be unique and think of yourself first!
Things won't be easy when you start, but I am sure you will not regret it in the end
You may be mocked, ridiculed, or insulted, but that means you are doing the right thing sometimes.
Don't be different negatively! You know what I mean!
Be different in ways that benefit society; this can be picking the dirt, giving to charity, or even preaching to others about Jesus.
There will always be persecution; that is why it is good to have a firm resolve. Don't budge no matter what happens to you.
If you do all that I have written in this article, you will stand a chance of being happy and living a fulfilled life
Like I have written before, there will always be a sense of accomplishment when you are unique because you know that is the real "YOU."
Thank you for reading and see you Next Time!
REST
Sometimes we overwork ourselves without caring about the consequences.
We work from morning to night, every day, and some even work at night.
You may think that is the best decision, but the truth is you are only hurting yourself. It may not show now, but sooner or later, your body will start malfunctioning, and you won't know why.
Most of us think that rest is just leaving our work, but then when we leave our work, we go back to more work, you know you are guilty of this.
Rest is essential in our lives, so crucial that you will face considerable consequences if you skip it.
Rest plays a role in our success, happiness, health, and lifestyle, but nowadays, many distractions cause a person to forget to rest.
Phones, Television, Internet, Social media are all modern distractions that constantly stop us from resting; there is always something that requires our attention. We will always attend to them because our bodies are programmed that way.
Some of us can't leave our work or activities because we hate being idle. After all, idleness equals laziness, and the thought of being lazy hurts some people.
I agree with these people because laziness is not something to be proud of; laziness benefits no one because it wastes potential and growth.
If you keep on embracing laziness, then your days are just wasted with absolutely no progress.
But there is a difference between laziness and rest.
**Rest** means: To cease work or movement to relax, sleep, or recover strength.
**Laziness** is the refusal to do work or make any effort to do anything.
When you rest, you recover your strength. It also has excellent health benefits, which all of us can testify to.
I always look forward to nighttime because that is the only time I can lay my head and rest my mind from all daytime distractions.
During these times, I usually put my phone off and close my eyes, and dream away.
I put my phone off because people choose to call others at midnight; I don't know if they are humans, but what sort of person would be asking for a video call at 1 am. I wake up by 5 am, and if I answer the call, I won't sleep till 3. The sound of WhatsApp notifications is also a pain in the night; go and rest, jeez.
Sleeping is not the only form of rest; for example, taking breaks to recuperate can be a form of rest.
You can listen to some background music to help cool your head, drink water or just lay back and relax.
Breaks are not a form of laziness; breaks are meant to rest your mind from emotional stress, physical exertions, and distractions, and it helps a lot. It increases creativity, productivity, well-being, improves your mood, and releases muscle stress which helps you work better.
Out of all the healing powers, rest is the best because it is the most natural. God made things to benefit humans, but we fail to utilize them; just like oxygen is free, rest is also free.
What would it take you to relax and take a break? You don't have to work all the time; you are not an animal forced to work all day; if you continue working, you are only increasing your stress levels.
Stress is a significant problem that many of us have. Stress is a burden. Sometimes I feel like I am carrying bags on my back, but nothing is there when I look.
Stress can lead to a fragile immune system, which increases the risk of diseases; when you look at ill people, you notice that most are attributed to stress.
When you are younger, the stress doesn't affect you, but as you get older, the effects start showing.
It may start with heart disease, diabetes, intense headaches, and even depression.
My grandma was a hard-working nurse when she was younger; she always made sure her work was always complete, and that may be good, but now she has a ton of problems. It is sad to see her suffering for her hard work.
She is a nurse, so she isn't afraid of hospitals but hates staying in them because her beliefs don't allow her. She doesn't like being a burden, so she doesn't want to be in a hospital, she is a strong woman, but I am still worried for her.
When you keep on working without properly resting, you will eventually face the consequences to your health and lifestyle, which leads to depression in the end.
Positive thoughts help our daily routine and boost our mental health; that is why I always suggest being optimistic because it reduces worrying.
Worrying can only lead to more problems; instead of worrying, try thinking because worrying won't solve anything.
It is essential to follow a daily sleep routine, healthy habits, and relaxation to maintain good rest habits.
Let us check them out!
**Adequate Sleep Schedule:** It is always advisable to sleep at the right time and not delay your routine because it will affect you long-term. Making a sleep routine/schedule would help you maintain your health, manage your time and rest effectively. If you fail to listen to your body at night, you increase the chances of pains and headaches in the morning, which is never good, especially if you are working. Coffee only helps you ignore fatigue, but the fatigue is still there, eating away your health and ruining your productivity.
**Maintain Healthy Habits**: Research has shown that exercise helps reduce stress, improves your mood, and regulates your hormones. Daily exercise can help reduce toxins in your body, lose weight, increase confidence, increase energy, reduce diseases, and promote better sleep. Exercises like yoga, stretching is shown to help.
**Relaxation**: Don't forget to relax now and then, take a deep breath, close your eyes, and pause. Ignore all your distractions and be alone; you can do this during work or taking a break. Make sure you take some time to recover your strength before you overwork yourself and end up stressed.
Even though you have so many activities to do, please don't forget to take a break, that does not mean you are lazy. It just means you are looking out for yourself.
That is where we will be ending today; leave a comment, subscribe, and I will see you in the next one. Thank you for reading!
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Issues and Future of Crypto (Bch and Shib Bullish Trend)
Even though Rusty seems to be on a break, I don't feel all that down because when I look at my Bitcoin wallet, all I see is an increase. The BCH market seems to be on a vast bullish trend going from 400 to 610, can you imagine!
Last month we were all worried because our wallets seemed to be decreasing drastically, and even though Rusty was visiting us, we still feared the decrease in the market. Some of us lost incredible amounts due to the fall, but it seems October has shown some love to BCH, don't you think so?
I have watched some analyses before, and they all seemed to predict this. It is not only BCH that seems to be having a bullish trend but also SHIBA INU, and I can remember buying SHIB last four months when it had that massive dump.
I was depressed because it was advertised everywhere and people seemed to be buying it, suddenly it crashed to the lowest of lows for four months, and I completely forgot it. But this week, it has had a 59% increase, and things seem to be bullish so far. Things aren't great yet, but my portfolio has been going up so far, and I am happy now.
One of the reasons I love crypto is that you can lose significantly and become poor or win considerably and become a billionaire! It all depends on the market and maybe luck sometimes.
The world has been fighting cryptocurrencies for a long time because of their many disadvantages it has. Let us check them out.
First is **Control:** The government love to control things, and when they can't, they mark it out as a bad thing, no one controls crypto, and this is the problem; the government can't understand crypto is the people's money, and they shouldn't interfere with something out of their control.
Some countries have limited the use of cryptocurrency by their citizens because of fear; I am looking at you, China. Sure it is good to control something, but this is crypto; we shouldn't mess with it, laws are being passed to control it, but these laws don't benefit the people. They only benefit the government.
Soon they will add so much taxes that we won't even have anything left when we trade, and I hope it doesn't come to this because when the government enters something, it tends to become confusing.
**Volatility:** This is crypto, in a nutshell; it has the potential to go from 64k to 28k in just one week as we have seen from BITCOIN; at the beginning of the year, Bitcoin seemed to have a lot of bullish trends, and this could be attributed to Elon Musk's tweet.
Elon Musk has been a significant investor in crypto this year, buying Bitcoin, Dogecoin, and Shiba Inu.
He hasn't shown an interest in BCH so far, but I know soon he will come to know the potential of BCH, just like our @MarcDeMesel who has seen the potential in BCH and is trying his best to get it out there.
Some of us don't know this, but ReadCash is also a means to raise awareness of BCH, and it seems to be doing a great job because we currently have 75k users. BCH seems to be reaching everyone, and more people know of it now compared to 2018 where it was considered a failure. Even though the media is trying their best to censor BCH, it won't fail as we have seen this recent bullish trend. BCH may be the next Bitcoin; what am I saying? It will surpass its older brother and get to 100k!! Maybe even become a global currency.
**Illegal Uses:** Ever since the release of crypto, many issues have been found, but the most dangerous is the issue of security; Bitcoin is the primary currency of the dark web. This issue is because it is impossible to track bitcoin.
This issue is also why I was not too fond of crypto when I learned more about it.
Fraudsters, drug traffickers, and all other traffickers use it for their benefit because Bitcoin and other crypto transactions are not easily tracked.
This issue also comes down to the issue of **control;** we don't know what will happen; in the future, Cryptocurrencies may be used to overthrow the world system leading to a crash in the noted currency as we know it, and the government isn't happy about this.
Crypto has a lot of disadvantages, but this is because of the users and not the coin itself; it has the potential to become the global currency because more and more people are using it, either as a means of payment, transactions, purchases etc.
Don't worry about the issues; just like everything on earth has disadvantages, crypto also has advantages. You have to look at the prospects, and you will not be afraid. Explore crypto and learn more about it; SmartBch is also something I think we should all get into because it is the craze now.
The future is bright for crypto, and we should all endeavour to get our hands in this because you can be a millionaire in just one trade and lose it all in one trade. As I write this, Shiba Inu is in 100% increase, and I want to check my profits.
Thank you for reading, and I will see you in the next one! Bye!
Discrimination: Humanity's Problem
This article should be my 5th entry for this month, and I am glad I fulfilled my goal. Unlike last month, I will complete my 30 articles a day; I hope you enjoy my content and thank you for always supporting me.
I am sure you saw what today's article is about from the topic, thats right, people, today I will be writing on **"Discrimination."**
In my life, I have seen a lot of vulgar and inhumane people who think they are better than others and make sure they prove it.
To some individuals, "discrimination" is an everyday sport, and they make sure everyone gets a taste of it.
First, What is Discrimination?
**Discrimination is the prejudicial treatment of another based on their characteristics such as race, gender, age, or sexual orientation.**
Some of us may have been victims of this disgusting word, but I want you to know that it doesn't matter what they call you. You are unique and special. They can't just appreciate you, that is all.
Humans usually do these things to make themselves feel better or superior; I have learned that this action is not something we are born with; it is something that a person allows.
Children don't care about colour, race, or gender. They love everyone because they don't matter to them, but today's society has made it, so children notice colour and gender.
Most parents teach their children to hate people who don't have the same body tone or speak the same language; these children will now be racist humans who think they are better than others.
Discrimination is linked to two things fear and misunderstanding. It is a severe issue in today's world because everyone seems to hate and discriminate against one another.
You could be killed on the street, arrested, or insulted just because you are different from other people.
I was checking out some memes, and I saw one that said.
**"If there is a crime, a black man did it"**
It was funny, but it isn't far from the truth, last year we witnessed the police brutality to the finest, George Floyd, a black man, was killed by a policeman.
I can't say it was because of his race, but why would a human put his knee on another's neck till he dies? Is that what a police officer should be doing?. Why didn't they put him in handcuffs, and if he resisted, they had teasers.
There was no reason to kill that man, but the policeman killed him like he wasn't a human being.
If his actions aren't a good example of discrimination, I don't know what that should be called; I can remember watching the video and feeling sad as the man's soul was leaving him. He called to his "Mommy" as he died, asking her to help him.
Those were his final words in this world.
Discrimination isn't just a personal problem; it affects everyone because that policeman's actions caused a major riot in America during the Covid-19 pandemic.
His actions might have led to the massive spread of Covid in America; he left a girl without a father, a woman without a husband.
He may be in jail, but that won't bring her father back.
We are in the 21st century, and people still behave like animals; humans don't care or love one another; all I see is hatred for ourselves, this hatred is growing every day, but we don't do anything to solve it.
Based on Research, discrimination can deal a severe blow on mental health; luckily, you can take some steps to get over it.
It takes choice and mind. But if you follow these steps, then you can overcome anything that is holding you back.
**Focus on Motivating others:** Instead of being depressed and discouraged, focus on bringing happiness to others. This step would help your emotional state because when you make others happy, there is a high chance you will contract it. Just like giving, when you give to others, more will come to you.
**Look for Support:** Don't lock your negative emotions deep inside; look for people to help you overcome that negativity. Seek support from groups that will influence you into taking the right path because even though you are a victim, it doesn't make you any less of a human. It is a disease that destroys people without them knowing. It may hurt you when you tell others about it, but you must first take a step before overcoming it.
**Forget the Past:** If you want to move on, it is better to forget the experiences that hold you back. Don't get stuck on what others did to you; handle those experiences and become a better person. You can shout it out or cry all you want but don't do that your whole life. It may have been a traumatic experience but don't get stuck on it. Talk with people, get help and keep calm. Some professionals can help with the situation; you can contact them if you need someone to talk to.
**Get Involved:** You can do this by helping people who have the same issue, opening up, hearing other people's experiences can help you overcome yours. Hearing experiences from other people can even help you curb it in the future because you are more educated on the topic. Even if you have never been discriminated against before, it will help research it, so you don't fall victim to it.
Today, people have less and less love for one another. If you are guilty of being discriminatory, please stop it. You have no idea how bad you make the other person feel; even if you are doing it as a joke, it can take a massive toll on someone.
If you are being discriminated against, whether in your workplace, school, or anywhere, follow the above steps. Don't stay silent and lock it all up; you are also a human being.
No one has the right to make you feel less. Stand firm, be confident in yourself; you are exceptional. Love yourself, and no one would bring you down.
Thank you for reading, and I will see you in the next one!
What is holding you back?
Ever felt like you were not at your best? Maybe you are stuck in a daily loop, and you don't seem to be getting anywhere in life.
That scenario up there is what happens to most of us, and it doesn't only apply to writing but everything we do, the feeling that you are not moving forward or you don't know what to do anymore.
You lack the motivation to move forward and feel scared that you will never overcome it; your days are futile and unproductive, and you don't seem motivated or inspired by anything.
Well, the solution to this problem is asking yourself, **"What is holding me back".**
I often ask myself this when I don't seem productive or finish my articles.
I look at the blank page, and I am afraid to start writing, no topic, no introduction; my brain is frozen, and I am stuck there for hours until I ask myself that question.
What exactly is stopping me from starting my articles? It is just me and my laptop, so why should I be afraid. It's not like anyone is pointing a gun at my head or something.
When you fail to ask yourself this question, a task that would take 2 hours can take a day; you would never reach the finish line without taking a step.
It would help if you acted before fulfilling your goals, but most of us never move forward, willingly or unwillingly; we hold ourselves back, maybe because of our fears for the future and the consequences of failure.
It is ok to be afraid; fear is needed in our lives to stop us from hurting ourselves; fear supports us sometimes and makes us more intelligent, but when you become best friends with it, then thats where the problem starts.
Fear makes our decision-making terrible, and we never take action when we are afraid. If you live a life filled with fear, then you will never truly live; you will be in a vast cycle your whole life, running away from risk and opportunities.
I asked my friends why they dislike trading, and I always get the same response, "The risk is too great," "I don't want to lose my money", "It is a scam."
These answers are the problem, how would you ever move forward when you don't want to explore? These same people will complain about money problems and call me wicked for not giving them.
**"If you give someone fish you feed them for a day."**
**"If you teach them how to work for food, you feed them for a lifetime."**
I have lived by this proverb since I was little because my brother never gave me anything. He always told me to work for it, and if I didn't, I would never get it.
He wouldn't give me, but he would teach me how to get it; from him, I learned how to write a little bit, watched him writing articles, and picked a thing or two from him.
When I request to teach people how to trade, they get angry and tell me to give them money instead because that is what they need at the moment. That fear causes them to reject my offer; they are afraid of failure, afraid of losing.
Trading may be challenging, but what is not hard in this world.
It takes eight years of training to become a doctor, which doesn't guarantee that you get a job.
Fear has made so many people single-minded that they only focus on one goal, one source of income, one routine. They never seem to change, no matter how sad or depressing their life is.
If you are so scared of taking a risk, don't focus on the risk; instead, focus on the rewards. It would help if you always had a risk-to-reward ratio in your head, calculating everything you do.
In trading, they always recommend a risk-to-reward strategy, so you know when to leave the trade and how to manage that trade.
Some of us don't use this strategy in our lives, and we sometimes find ourselves making mistakes or taking losses we shouldn't have taken.
But it is better to make mistakes and learn from them than never making mistakes and never gaining anything.
Successful individuals will tell you, **"Failure is necessary for Success, " which** is 100% true.
There is no successful person that didn't fail once or twice.
In 1992, Donald Trump was in massive debt that when he saw a beggar on the street, he told Marla Maples.
**"You see that man? Right now he's worth $900 million more than me. ... Right now I'm worth minus $900 million," - from Washington post.com**.
That shows you how dire his situation was; a beggar was better than him.
But one thing that differentiates him from the average person is that he didn't become afraid or run away from his predicament. Instead of running away, he strategized and followed his plans.
It would help if you weren't afraid to strategize and think effectively; instead, stand firm and commence your plans. Start little and make your way to the top.
It may take some time, but that is better than not being productive.
It all starts from asking yourself this question **"What is holding me back"** Is it your fear, lack of planning, or just laziness?.
We all have the circumstances that we find ourselves in, we didn't choose our bodies or life, but we should use what we have effectively. Don't be afraid of the future, don't be afraid of failure, instead embrace them because they are both parts of life.
Nobody knows what the future holds, but what we can do is make plans so we don't have a bad one. Fear won't make the future bright, trust me.
Before you go, please answer this question.
**"What is holding you back from achieving your dreams or goals".**
**Leave your answers in the comments below. Thank you for reading, and I will see you in the next one. Stay Blessed.**
Corruption and Injustice in our society!
***Corruption and Injustice***
In today's society, corruption has become a well-known problem and attracts attention worldwide. This is not something to be proud of because corruption causes many problems to individuals and economies.
Corruption is said to have been around for thousands of years; this is because the very nature of humans is corrupted; ever since the beginning, we have deceived, robbed, and killed ourselves all for our own benefit.
In recent years, corruption has become a significant problem, but no one seems to be doing anything to curb or stop this problem.
The people who are meant to stop this problem are sometimes the significant pioneers of it, namely, the government and security agencies; corruption can be reduced, but the people mentioned above are unwilling to do that.
***The Government***
You may not know this, but corruption brings profit and revenue to the government even more than trading; that is why they are willing to look the other way even when evil actions are being done to their citizens. As long as they don't suffer from it, then it is not their problem.
They make false promises, get into office and forget all that they promised to the citizens. Satan may be the father of lies, but politicians are getting to his rank. When their pockets are complete, they forget their citizens and leave them to suffer; even with their promises, the country goes down the drain while they swim in money.
They forget they will die one day and leave all their money behind.
Economies are highly affected when there is corruption because there is a misuse of funds that should be used in running the economy; they use this money to achieve ill and dishonest goals that only benefit themselves, causing suffering to their citizens.
When the government embraces corruption, this causes a massive gap in the distribution of wealth, leading to an increase in poverty, unemployment, and unfair competition.
Some of us live in countries where our leaders make false promises and always seem to make things worse. Who would save us from all these problems when everyone seems to be the same?
There will always be corruption no matter the management level; even in an educational institution, there will be corruption, favoritism, or nepotism. These three always seem to follow each other.
In a school I visited before, a teacher once gave some students more marks because the students paid her. She failed the other students or said their scripts got missing. She later says that there is no harm in doing it.
There is no such thing as **"Little Corruption"** if you give other students more marks than the rest, you are a significant problem in the society because children learn from example. These children will eventually turn into corrupt adults that will continue the never-ending cycle of corruption.
The saying **"Everybody has a price"** may be true but learn to stand your ground no matter what they give you because when you start, you will never stop being corrupt.
***The Police***
When the government is corrupt, why won't the police follow? In my country, Nigeria, I have witnessed how the police have changed so many lives negatively. The stories and videos I have watched are sometimes so brutal that you would think the police are the criminals.
They just do anything they like without thinking of the citizen's well-being.
A policeman could literally stop you on the road because you are carrying a bag, can you imagine? The problem is when they stop you, they won't even say why; all they ask you for is money. Imagine a policeman asking you to bribe him.
They threaten you, you withdraw your money from the bank and send it to them; if not, they will kill you.
Why should the police be threatening citizens that they swore to protect? The police harass, steal, injure and kill individuals who refuse to pay them, just to fill their own pockets.
But when it comes down to real criminals, they take years and still won't catch them. There are so many people sitting in jail for something they didn't do, just because of the incompetence of the police.
This reminds me of Sir @MarcDMesel Video on YouTube, he even shared it on noise.cash. https://noise.cash/post/2mqp5vgsmnj5p
That shows how scared he was; I bet he couldn't believe the police would do such a thing to him and his family.
Imagine the police barging into his house with no warrant or evidence, solely because he sent a gift to his wife's bank account.
If that is not incompetency, then I don't know what is.
Since they couldn't find anything on him, they accused him of money laundering and other crimes. This is not the first time they have done this act of stupidity.
This happens when people are poor-minded and ignorant; I can bet they don't even know what Crypto is. They can't understand that not everybody is a criminal; some people are honest and work hard to earn their money.
We all know Sir Marc is a fantastic investor who has been on Bitcoin since 2012; he is an avid lover of BCH and sees its great potentials.
It is absurd that they didn't even research or know what he was doing before arresting him; in the video, you could see his disappointment; he even said he doesn't feel safe anymore. http://youtu.be/iW3DIl1p-hk
This confuses me, aren't the police meant to make people feel safe?
In Africa, the police aren't there to stop a crime; they commit the crime, which says a lot!
When I hear corruption it always centers of Africa because we are the problem, we don’t want to grow even though we have gained our independence. Most African countries are worse than they were when they were colonized.
Regressing every year, due to the selfish interest of the police and leaders. I pray for God’s Intervention in this Continent because it is doing bad.
Nigeria officially celebrated 61 years of freedom, but we don’t have anything to show for it. We were doing better in 1960 than we are doing today, that is not something we should celebrate but alas I still love and pray for the success of my country.
Rome was not built in a day and it took years before Western countries got to where they are, so I still believe we have hope that Nigeria would be great. God bless my country
Don't procrastinate! "Do it now"!
This article will be my 2nd post this month. I hope to accomplish my goal of "31 articles in a month or 1 article per day". I don't want the articles to be random. I pray that God gives me enough creativity, time, and strength to achieve this goal and satisfy my audience.
Today is the 2nd which means we have 29 more days to go. You may be thinking there is still so much time before this month ends, but let me tell you the truth "Time waits for no one".
If you don't do something today, it will only cause you more problems in the future, and you will end up stressed, overworked, and depressed.
The theme for this article is **"Procrastination."**
I am sure we all know what the word means, but for the sake of writing, let us dive deeper into what it stands for.
**"Procrastination means to delay or postpone an action that could have been done earlier or put off something.**
We are all humans, so we are guilty of delaying activities or events due to laziness, a busy schedule, or just lack of zeal.
Procrastination is said to be "Self-harm" because it has no benefits; it only brings about more work to be done, less leisure time, more stress.
It would be best to strive to get things done immediately, sing with good management skills instead of delaying work.
First of all, why do we do it when we know it can only bring out negative consequences. It doesn't help us in any way because you are only hurting yourself both on the short and long-term view.
*****Causes of Procrastination*****
Based on a Google search, I can list a few things that could cause us to delay our work.
**Emotions or Bad Mood**
You may be thinking, can my mood truly affect my work? The answer is yes, and this is a fact. When you are frustrated, nervous, or sad, you are less likely to do anything because your mind is not in a state to work. Would you like to work when you are feeling down or angry? I am guessing your answer is a no, right!
**Resentment of Activity**
I have seen many people who are depressed, frustrated, and down because of their activities. They dislike it so much they would delay it even though it benefits them. These activities could be, going to the dentist, going to the gym.
Some of us hate the gym even though it has excellent benefits to our health and lifestyle.
These days, many obese people on the internet say they are proud and satisfied with how they are. I am not trying to degrade them or anything but **"Are they telling the truth"? Are** **they happy with the way their bodies are?**
Procrastination comes with the illusion that we are **"benefiting ourselves when we are only lying to ourselves"** just because you are proud of being obese doesn't mean there are no consequences. You are just lying to yourself.
The same goes for anything we delay; just because you dislike it doesn't mean you should postpone or prolong it; **"Better to do it today than not do it at all".**
**To feel good**
Have you ever left a task because you found something better or more exciting to do? Well, that is another cause of **"Procrastination".**
To fight our boredom, we often turn to fun activities such as social media, games, and all that jazz. You would always find a way to distract yourself from doing what is essential; we want to **"Feel good or happy,"** but don't be deceived.
That feeling is only temporary, just like drugs. You are on cloud nine one minute, and the next minute you remember all your problems.
Once reality sets in and you come back to your senses, you realize that you are left with only negative feelings, leading to more procrastination creating a never-ending cycle.
I also procrastinate, and I can say that the leading cause of this action is.
**Instant-Gratification**
This action is the greatest enemy of any worker or human. I have found out that most people in the 21st century are prone to this because everything has been made easy. In the past, you had to walk to the river and get water; if not, you wouldn't have water to eat.
Back then, if you were lazy, you would suffer for your actions, but now you could go to a restaurant and order!
When you abandon your to-do list and have fun, you are only hurting yourself, and you won't realize this until you come to your senses, sometimes we do so many useless things that you would wonder if our brains work.
Procrastination is a **"Dream-killer"** because it never lets you get to where you are meant to be. When you leave or delay your work, then you are prolonging your dreams.
What would you gain by delaying your activities? Only temporary happiness and destruction of your long-term plans
Think in the long-term, don't wait till the last minute before doing something. It will only birth more problems, and more problems equal more stress and less time.
Don't give in to instant gratification; when you accomplish your task, then you can have all the fun you want, learn to manage your time effectively, and you will reap the benefits. Until next time, Bye!
Wow!! I want to thank @Happyboy for making my day with his sponsorship!! You made this new month so much better!!💖💖 Many more BCH to your wallet!
Articles and Earnings for September!!
Happy New Month!! We have finally arrived in October; a new month signifies a new beginning, and I know this month will be better than last month.
September went in a flash that I didn't even know that today was October, lol! I hope to keep track of this month so it doesn't slip by like last month.
I want to appreciate everyone who has helped me come this far by interacting with me, reading, and promoting my articles. I am grateful to you all for your help.
As you can see from the topic, I just wanted to list my articles for September; I didn't start until 6th September so I couldn't release 30 articles.
Even if I couldn't release 30 articles, I am satisfied with all the articles I have written so far because I worked hard. I am glad I didn't give up and continued grinding on this platform.
Let me not waste your time and go ahead with this article.
1. Dreams of the Future!! Precognitive Dreams. https://read.cash/@Oikawa/dreams-of-the-future-precognitive-dreams-87edbde0
This article was the first one I wrote on this platform. I still remember writing it and wondering if anyone would read it because this was my 2nd account. The article focused on dreams that tell the future. Have you had this kind of dream before? Maybe you see a scenario that will happen, and you relive it. Comment down below.
2. "Equality" reality or fiction https://read.cash/@Oikawa/equality-reality-or-fiction-03662caf
Hehe, as the name implies, I think we have all heard of "Equality for all," but is it possible to truly attain equality when there is only discrimination and hate?. Read for further information.
3. #Feminism https://read.cash/@Oikawa/feminism-34330c21
Like the article before it, I focused on the recent happenings around the world. What is feminism, and is it going to change the world positively or negatively?
4. Random Questions https://read.cash/@Oikawa/random-questions-4c589763
These articles were a nice trend going on back when I started, it was entertaining, and I thought, "why not join" I am glad that I did because I had fun writing it. Check it out.
5. One Piece chapter 1025 https://read.cash/@Oikawa/one-piece-chapter-1025-b35d03dd
If you know One Piece or watch anime, this article would be excellent, but get ready for spoilers if you don't read the manga. One Piece is currently in chapter 1027, so you can catch up if you want by clicking the link in the article.
6. First Love Letter️ https://read.cash/@Oikawa/first-love-letter-ae76a094
This article was the first part of my romance story; the story focuses on my friend and his crush. Would they end up together, or would someone be left heartbroken? Check it out
7. Humanity https://read.cash/@Oikawa/humanity-fa418ffe
I read a lot of history, and it is sad to see that humanity's greatest enemy is ourselves. Why do we keep fighting, killing, and discriminating against each other? We are all humans right, why can't we join hands and solve our problems together?
8. Freedom: Can you say you are truly free? https://read.cash/@Oikawa/freedom-can-you-say-you-are-truly-free-4fa3b2e2
Follow Lesley as he fights for freedom from his slave masters. Would Lesley succeed, or would his life be cut short? We are all slaves to something, and that is what keeps us going in life.
9. Overcoming yourself!! https://read.cash/@Oikawa/overcoming-yourself-4a3a1d8b
This article was the second part of my romance story; Love can genuinely change a person; it doesn't matter who they are. Why is this feeling called "Love" so strong, and why does it have power over humans?
10. Trials of Love! https://read.cash/@Oikawa/trials-of-love-b4504d33
This article was the third part of my romance story; no matter how much you love someone, you always have insecurities that would rise. "Am I good enough" "Do I deserve him/her". These questions can only be answered when you act, don't be scared rejection only makes you stronger right?
11. Letting her go!! https://read.cash/@Oikawa/letting-her-go-4dfe66df
When you truly love someone, you do everything to make them happy. Even if it means leaving or avoiding the one you love because you know that is the only way to make sure they keep on smiling.
12. The boy I met on a summer day changed my life!! https://read.cash/@Oikawa/the-boy-i-met-on-a-summer-day-changed-my-life-c41397f4
This article was the last part of my romance story, "A letter can convey more emotions than you think". Check it out
13. Read this before you say, "I do." https://read.cash/@Oikawa/read-this-before-you-say-i-do-94f39d32
Marriage can be the most beautiful thing in a person's life, but what happens when both partners do not support or help each other. Just like everything, marriage has its problems, but what causes these problems. Check it out!
14. Internet and Social Media: Allies or Enemies? https://read.cash/@Oikawa/internet-and-social-media-allies-or-enemies-c63648e0
The two most powerful assets of modern technology have benefited humanity in many ways, but can we say they are our allies. They may have their benefits, but they also cause significant problems, and it all comes down to the individuals who use them. Find out what I saw from my visit to the Dark Web.
15. Destiny and Choice https://read.cash/@Oikawa/destiny-and-choice-35f55a31
Are your actions already predetermined? If they are what truly makes us accessible. Our choices ultimately lead us to our end, **"Destiny"**, No matter what you do.
16. Human Relationships https://read.cash/@Oikawa/human-relationships-3dca7ea2
We all have important people, and they all have different names "Friends," "Relatives," "Companions". Are these people trustworthy, or is it all an illusion for their benefit?
17. Words: The most potent weapon https://read.cash/@Oikawa/words-the-most-powerful-weapon-c35d305e
Words have the power to make and destroy a person. Do you watch what you say to other people? What do you say to yourself when you are alone? Words can genuinely affect your development.
18. Personal Finance: Where do you start? https://read.cash/@Oikawa/personal-finance-where-do-you-start-42d99304
We may know what personal finance is but do we apply it in our lives. You may think it is not essential, but without it, then you will end up broke. Do you plan, manage and account for your finances or do you spend it as fast as it enters your pocket?
19. Self-Growth!! https://read.cash/@Oikawa/self-growth-ed31fd0d
When you develop yourself daily, you can reap so many benefits from improving on what you lack. Self-growth is the first step to being successful.
20. The Art of Giving!! https://read.cash/@Oikawa/the-art-of-giving-cae476c2
"Givers never lack," as the old saying says. The more you give to people, the more blessings you receive, there are several people on this platform deserve so many blessings, and I pray God opens the floodgates of blessings for them.
21. Discipline and Purpose! https://read.cash/@Oikawa/discipline-and-purpose-88cf0d48
Before you can fulfill your goals, you need to have the discipline to find out your purpose. This article will be an exciting read. Check it out
22. What Would I do with 590K https://read.cash/@Oikawa/what-would-i-do-with-590k-2762452b
This article is a recent trend, and it is very entertaining. What would you do with 590k? Even if it is your imagination, try it.
23. "The Stages." https://read.cash/@Oikawa/the-stages-fea70464
As we grow, we go through different sections in our life, and we call these "Stages of life" from infancy to teenage years and finally, Adulthood.
24. Read.Cash: The Right Path https://read.cash/@Oikawa/readcash-the-right-path-22de6916
We can all agree that this platform is one of the best, it has helped me a lot, and I wanted to share my story with the community. Check it out.
25. The Keys to Success: Ambition and Effort https://read.cash/@Oikawa/the-keys-to-success-ambition-and-effort-da52f54b
This article is my last post for September, I have had a lot of fun writing all these articles, and I am glad they all have positive feedback from the community. I love all of you. Thank you!
So there you have it. I think I have done great this past three weeks, but I know I can do better. September may have been great, but October will be better.
I am glad I was able to make **$**112 this month despite the wrong market and all. I want to thank Rusty, my sponsors, and those who contribute to my articles by commenting, subscribing, and upvoting. Thank you for all your support. May God Bless you and increase your wallets.
Happy NEW MONTH!
The Keys to Success: Ambition and Effort
*****This month may have ended, but This is just the Beginning: Welcome October with a smile!*****
Date: September 30th
Looking at that date, you wonder how fast time flies; we are already at the end of September, and tomorrow we will be saying hello to October.
It seems like just yesterday that my country was in lockdown, and no one could come out due to the pandemic. Last year may not have been eventful or fun for anyone, but I am glad I could spend time with my family even though we all wore a face mask and greeted each other by staring, lol!
I remember lighting fireworks to celebrate the new year because I couldn't go out. I can't wait to do that this year; I have now decided to make that my tradition.
This month may end, but I want to say you are entering a new beginning.
A new month where you can still achieve whatever you set to do but couldn't accomplish in September. We all have goals that we are yet to achieve; we know that one day we will, and that is why we keep on moving forward.
As long as you work towards your goals, you will be successful!
Based on a Google Search, "Goals are the object of a person's **Ambition** or **Effort;** an aim or desired result."
I emphasize those two words because, without them, we will never achieve what we set out to accomplish, which are our **Goals.**
Ambition can be seen from two angles: a strong desire to do or achieve something or desire and determination to achieve success.
We need to have a sense of ambition before genuinely grabbing what we set out to do.
Ambition is said to be the **"*****Key to Success,"*** but how true is this. Well, let me give you a simple example:
Between a Rich and Poor man, who do you think is more ambitious? I am guessing you chose the Rich man because he is successful. Before a person can become successful, he has to have the **"Desire"** to be.
An ambitious person always strives for **"Personal Development"** because this is the path one must follow to achieve and grab what they want. When you embrace ambition, you no longer settle for the bottom or average. You start looking for the **"BEST"** because you know what you deserve and try your best to get to the top.
Ambition and Pride are two separate worlds apart, and an ambitious person is not always proud or conceited.
People sometimes let life pass by without ever achieving their dreams; they always stay at the bottom or average bar because they lack the will and **"Desire"** to succeed.
Due to the pandemic, we have seen an increase in Depression, Loss of jobs, Obesity, Lack of Family-Planning, burnout. Last year really broke so many people and showed them that life isn't easy.
Achieving success may be challenging, but if you keep saying you can never achieve it, you increase the chances that you will never achieve it, and you will never start working towards it!
If you don't start something, then there is nothing to finish; if you don't start believing in yourself, forget whatever you set out to accomplish because you will have no success.
Success here can be in any area of life and not only in financial terms it could be success in our, Family, Life, School, Relationships.
If you don't work or believe in your relationships, then chances are you will end up single.
Success doesn't always mean having tons of money; sometimes, just having what brings you happiness is considered a success.
There are different kinds of people in schools, but what makes a student unique are **"Ambition" and "Effort".**
Just because a student goes to the wealthiest school doesn't mean that student will do well in the future. The school doesn't determine the success of a person. It is left for the individual to make a choice.
**"Ambition is what makes people stand out, it is what makes a person great".**
Let us look at Humans. For example, we evolved so much, not due to luck but because we decided to work on ourselves and become ambitious
We didn't settle for scraps. Instead, we started building our success with our own hands. Look at where we are now. We can travel to space, have electronic cars, have the internet, and so much more.
400 years ago, if you talked about the internet, they would have burned you alive, but look at us now.
We are already planning on how to make Mars our home, can you Imagine!
We didn't just believe we could do all this; we worked on ourselves and increased our performance.
Success may be hard to achieve, but that is the whole point of it.
The journey, memories, and effort you put into achieving success matters because when you finally reach your goal, you will look back and smile because you achieved all that with your efforts.
**"Goals without Effort or Ambition will never be achieved,"** and that is the truth. To obtain success in the future, you have to put more effort into your daily performance. You will reap what you sow in the long run.
It may take days, weeks, or even months to achieve success. But the moment you do, then you will be satisfied and happy with yourself.
Starting today, always aim for the best because that is what you deserve. You may start with nothing, but you will surely make progress if you put in more effort.
Read.Cash: The Right Path
Today is the 29th of September, and I am proud to say I have been on this platform for 3 weeks now. It only seems like yesterday when I heard about this platform from a friend.
At first, I was unsure if I should take his advice and join, but I am glad I did. If you had told me 3 weeks ago that I would have 62 subscribers, then I wouldn't have believed you!! I didn't think people would actually read what I posted. The first time I started, I was confused because all I saw were cryptocurrency-related articles, which made me run away from the site.
I had been trading currency pairs before, but my trader mind always goes on alert when it comes to crypto because I know how dangerous it can be. However, I still love crypto because it is the future. I will always embrace change as long as it benefits everyone.
When I started on this platform, I didn't know what to do, and my dumb self skipped all the introductions, rules, and guidelines. Can you imagine I did not even know about Rusty!
This was my first account, and I did not know what to do at all. The only thing I knew was you get paid for writing articles, lol! I didn't interact with anyone; I just focused on my own page, continuously writing articles to get noticed by people.
I didn't know over-posting could be considered spam, so I usually wrote 2-3 articles daily! They were not copied in any way; I was just eager to start earning, but this was not the right way to do it.
Rusty didn't think I was human because I was writing 1000 word articles twice a day, lol! He immediately regarded me as spam.
I later found out that I couldn't receive tips from Rusty, and my content wouldn't be showing up on the platform. I was sad because all my hard work had been for nothing.
For a whole week, I had been writing without even a dollar to boast about.
My colleagues were mocking me and telling me to quit the site. Still, I believe in "Never Give Up till You Succeed", with the help of @Happy Boy, I finally understood how the platform worked.
I opened a new account, and this time I read all the guidelines, steps, and rules line by line, so I didn't miss anything. I was shocked to see that Rusty was actually the one tipping writers for their work.
I started interacting with other writers, and this, in turn, brought them to my page. In my first article, I finally got Rusty's attention. I was thrilled, and all my efforts paid off finally. https://read.cash/@Oikawa/dreams-of-the-future-precognitive-dreams-87edbde0
The first week, I got 20 subscribers; the second week, I got 40 subscribers. It really was a dream come true for me. From getting no subscribers to getting 40 subscribers, I thought I was in heaven, lol!
My excitement started because I think Rusty wanted to pay me for all my efforts, and I kept getting paid for my article. https://read.cash/@Oikawa/words-the-most-powerful-weapon-c35d305e
When you get paid to write, it always gives you a sense of motivation, and it keeps your hands writing, don't get me wrong, that's not all I have gained from this site.
I have also met so many excellent writers, and I love reading their content. I have read articles from the best horror writer @Theblackdoll; she never disappoints with her stories!
A lot of people have supported me in my journey here on read.cash, I have a total of 62 subscribers and 5 sponsors. This is a great accomplishment from my previous account, where I had absolutely nothing, just a pile of lengthy articles.
I am glad I never gave up and continued writing on this platform, I don't know what the future holds for me here, but I will grab it with my hands.
I noticed that when you focus on only earning, you would be less likely to earn. Just enjoy the platform, read articles, comment, and don't forget to reward the writer because it helps the platform grow.
For beginners, I suggest you read the introductory post, rules, and Rusty's article. Don't give up even when you don't get tips, just request help from someone willing to help.
This platform has a lot of kind-hearted people who will teach you the ropes. "You can also ask me even though I am just starting.
Read.cash has a little brother, Noise.cash is also a great place to earn and interact with people. I have gotten a decent amount from the platform. I recommend you try it out
It is way better than Twitter and Facebook. "https://noise.cash/u/favorslife" yes, I shamelessly put my affiliate form here, don't judge me!
We only have 2 days in September, and Christmas seems to be fast approaching.
Last year, people weren't able to celebrate due to the pandemic. I wonder how amazing this Christmas will be. I can't wait!
***Conclusion***
To all those who want to join this platform, what are you waiting for, don't be scared, just **"Start your Journey".** You may not earn a lot when you start, but you will be sure to reap the benefits from it as time goes on.
Read.cash is the best decision I made this year lol, I am glad I didn't let this opportunity slip by.
This platform is fantastic, and I am sure you will say the same when you start.
Thank everyone who has helped me these three weeks; you are so important to me, and I really appreciate all you have done for me. Thank you for your Support🙇!! https://emojipedia.org/person-bowing/#:~:text=Emoji%20Meaning,head%20resting%20on%20hands%22%20gesture.
Read.Cash: To Infinity AND Beyond!
"The Stages"
**Hello Everyone!! How has your day been so far? I hope you are staying hydrated** **😊** **.** https://emojipedia.org/smiling-face-with-smiling-eyes/#:~:text=A%20yellow%20face%20with%20smiling,form%20of%20the%20%5E%5E%20emoticon.&text=Smiling%20Face%20with%20Smiling%20Eyes%20was%20approved%20as%20part%20of,to%20Emoji%201.0%20in%202015.
2021 is almost over, and some of us have already celebrated our birthday.
Some of us are yet to celebrate our birthday. One thing we will always share is **"Growth"**. You may be 30, 20, or even 16, but we all started from somewhere.
We may not know where we came from, but I am glad to have entered this world. No matter how corrupted or rotten it is, this is my home.
In life, we all pass through certain stages. In these stages, we go through different situations and changes that make us adults. The stages include:
**Infancy/Toddler**
**Pre-Teen/ Teenager**
**Adulthood**
These stages make us human, and I believe everyone has to go through them to achieve "Growth". There is no skipping.
In life, we go from being dependent to being independent. We all want to grow up, but we wish to be children once more when we reach adulthood.
The responsibilities of adulthood are sometimes harsh, and not everyone is ready to deal with them.
Let's look over the different stages that come with "Growth."
*****INFANCY/TODDLER (0-3/3-9)*****
Infancy is the very first stage, we are new to the world, and everything seems strange. Anytime I look in my little cousin's eyes, I can see the innocence, and he sees a whole different world from me. Even when I make a scary face to spook him, he takes it as a joke and laughs.
The innocence in his smile makes me so happy, but I am sad that it will soon fade due to the society he would be living.
Babies can barely do anything by themselves, and when they seem to find things difficult, they start crying, maybe as a way to call for help. I always feel pity when I see a baby crying because they are always filled with joy.
I will say this though "Babies can be a pain sometimes". They always pick the worst time to start crying. Imagine being woken up by midnight with the sound of heavy crying and shouting. Sometimes, I will try to ignore and pray he goes back to sleep, but it would be cruel if I just left another human to cry themselves to sleep. I am always happy when I pat his back, and he goes back to sleep like an angel, lol.
In the eyes of a baby, you can see a bright sparkle, and sometimes I wonder what it is.
I think the innocence and potential they were born with make their eyes sparkle, but that sparkle seems to fade away when they start school. I have raised three of my cousins, and it always seemed to be the same.
The moment they start school, their eyes lose the sparkle, and they become so sad. I wonder why.
From Infancy to Toddler, Babies may be a hassle but trust me; toddlers can be worse, primarily because of how rough and careless they can be.
Sometimes I can't keep my mind at ease because I know what they are capable of doing. Toddlers love to experiment, and they always think they are **Invincible.**
I can remember once my cousin tried jumping from the balcony to the ground because he just finished watching **Superman!!** I quickly rushed and held him down.
I thought I was the one going to die because my heart was beating hard. When I looked at my cousin's face, I was amazed because that he was laughing. Can you imagine someone that was about to die and almost caused me a heart attack was laughing?
I smiled at him and locked him in the room as punishment, lol! That's what he gets for giving me a heart attack at the age of 13.
Toddlers may be a hassle, but they can also make you happy. The babies you once raised are now growing and learning new things.
I was excited when my niece started walking. I was coming back from school, and I think she planned to surprise me because the moment I came in, she crawled to the door, held it, and stood there for 2 minutes smiling with only her three sets of teeth.
I rushed to her and carried her; she had been training, and it finally paid off. I was so happy for her. These little moments are what make "Growth" so beautiful; no matter what happens, I will always love the **"INFANT/TODDLER STAGE"**. It offers so many memories captured on camera. **"First words," "First Steps," "First Everything".**
Only in this stage can you truly witness the **"First"** of another human being. This stage can also determine who that person may become or who they are. I can remember doing a Japanese tradition with my cousins. I put three items in their front**, ARTBOOK, MONEY, TELESCOPE.** These items are meant to represent what they would love in the future.
**Art Book: This represents Love for Drawing or Literature.**
**Money: This represents Love for Finance.**
**Telescope: This represents Science.**
I put these three items in their front and left them to choose what they would like. My cousins consist of two boys and one girl.
They stood there looking at the Telescope, and I knew the shape would entrance them, so I waited for them to decide.
Finally, they made their choice.
The girl chose the Telescope!!
The 1st boy chose the Artbook.
The 2nd boy chose Money, Lol!!
You should see the way he was holding the money like it was his life.
I did this test out of fun, they may change their choices in the future, but the Girl and 1st Boy seem to love what they chose. She loves Science, and he loves drawing; maybe that experiment is actual.
*****PRE-TEEN/TEENAGER (10 -12/13-19)*****
Infancy may be problematic, but you enter a whole different world of trouble when you meet pre-teens and teenagers. I am a teenager, so I know the problems we face, and I also agree that it is not easy being a teenager. Still, we shouldn't let the crisis cause us to change negatively.
During these times, the sense of **"Independence"** becomes so strong, and they seem to want to grab it no matter what it takes. Teenagers always seem to know everything even when they don't, disrespecting elders and making it seem like the world is against them.
Most teenagers fall into depression because of the crisis that comes with **"Growth"** and changes. Girls seek comfort from boys, fashion, cosmetics, friends, and drugs, while boys seek comfort from porn, drugs, alcohol girls.
Teenage years are a very critical point in their lives, and I believe they shouldn't be left alone during these times.
They don't have enough mental capabilities to make their own decisions.
No matter how stubborn they are and how much they say they are adults, they still cry deep down. Parents should always look after their teenagers. They aren't adults yet; they want to explore adulthood, but we should always guide them, so they don't take the wrong path and regret it.
I am always sad to see the death of a teenager due to partying, drugs, drunk driving, or suicide. I think suicide is the worst because that person must have been in so much pain, but the parents didn't seem to notice it, which led to that person's death.
I am so angry when I see parents leave their children at home all day with no one to guide them. I know it is not their fault, and they also have work. Still, we should always put our children first because they are our most significant investment and decide the parents' future.
When dealing with teenagers, don't forget to use words, not force, because when you try to force them, they only do the reverse, which would end badly. I also found out that reverse psychology works. Try it.
*****ADULTHOOD (20 - death)*****
Adulthood is the final stage of **"Growth",** you have successfully passed the two stages, and now you are finally an adult.
You have longed for this your whole life. You are finally independent, you can do whatever you want, and no one will punish you!
That is what you thought, but that is not the truth. Being an adult is the hardest thing ever because that is when your **demo** account becomes **live**. You have been living a dependent life, living with your parents, no worries, no rent to pay, you are being fed every day, and you don't have to work.
The moment you reach adulthood is when you realize why school trained us to wake up early. If you notice in life, we are in a vast cycle. We were taught to wake up early so we aren't late for school, but later in life, we wake up early to keep our jobs, lol!
In this stage, whatever you did when you were young starts to affect you negatively or positively; let's look at some examples.
If you were a drug user, you would become an addict.
If you took alcohol, you have become an alcoholic.
If you become a forex or crypto trader, chances are your portfolio is in a great place.
Qhat would have happened if you bought bitcoin in 2012. you would have bought a million, and now you would be swimming in money, lol!
The same thing goes for adulthood: when you make good plans for your future in your teenage years, you reap the benefits of becoming an adult.
I hate it when people say**, "LIFE BEGINS AT 30"** **that** is not true.
I believe that what you do during your Teenage years truly determines the future. When you don't make plans and leave everything to the future, you will only ever be Average!
**"The main difference between a rich man and a poor man is what they do with their time."**
Do you waste your time doing things that will not benefit you, or do you invest in things that will give you great returns? It is up to you!
Out of all three stages, adulthood seems to be the hardest because that is where all your actions up till that point meet, responsibilities seem to pile, and you start getting old.
I am not an adult yet, but knowing all this, I will start making plans that will make me better in the future.
Being an adult may be a pain, but like all things, it has its benefits. You can finally do things you couldn't do as a kid, and you get this sense of freedom and joy. It is not all that bad; it just depends on how you see it.
**CONCLUSION**
Gosh, I am sorry if this was a long read, the month is ending, and I just wanted to write this before leaving it to rot in my draft! I hope you enjoy this article and read it even though it is long. It may be helpful. It depends on how you see it.
Just remember what I said, **"The difference between a rich man and a poor man is what they do with their time."** Your "Growth" depends on you from now on. Good luck!!
Leave a comment, subscribe, and I will meet you in the next one. Thank you for reading!!!!!
What Would I do with 590K
Hello Everyone!! The weekend may be over but don't forget to always put yourself first in all that you do, don't overwork yourself, and most importantly, take care of your health. There is no point in working so much if you get sick at the end.
Even if you have all the money, it is better to be healthy to reap the benefits.
Today, I will be writing on **"What I would do with 590k"** I have seen others write about it, and it seemed really fun, so I wanted to test it. So here we go.
If my bitcoin wallet shows me 590k, first of all, I will pinch myself a million times to check if it is real because I must be dreaming, lol!!! But when I see it in reality, I will start planning what to do with the money. First, I would...
***Make sure my parents live a happy life***
I am grateful for everything they have done for me, and I would like to appreciate them.
There is no way to repay parent's love, but at least giving them this can show how much I love them. I will make sure to spoil them so much that they will never know sadness ever again. The only thing I want to hear from them is their laughter because that is what they deserve. Only the best for them.
**Invest in Real-Estate**
Ever since I was little, I have always loved the idea of buying and owning property. Maybe it is because I always played Monopoly as a kid. Still, I am always happy when I get four greenhouses and buy a hotel. I always thought that the concept of Monopoly would work in real life.
It is simple really, just buy some real estate, they rise in value, you sell them and then buy more!! That was just my imagination because I realized it was not easy to buy real estate as time passed. Monopoly money doesn't work in real life, sadly.
There was one time that I actually wanted to use Monopoly money to buy a Playstation 🤣. I went to the store with the money and then I requested they give me the PlayStation. I wondered why the salesman looked at me like I was insane, but I was only 5 that time, so he could do nothing. https://emojipedia.org/rolling-on-the-floor-laughing/
If I were a grown-up, he would have called the police and put me in jail or, even worse, sent me to the psychiatric hospital, lol. Luckily, my mom finds me and apologizes on my behalf. I will never forget the look on the salesman's face as I waved goodbye with my money 🤣. https://emojipedia.org/rolling-on-the-floor-laughing/
**Travel and Food**
I am sure we all want to travel around the world. Well, if I had 590k, I wouldn't even waste time. I will buy a private jet and fly across the world, taking pictures, going on adventures, meeting new people, and most important of all, **""Eating Various Dishes.""** I don't know about you, but when I think of travel, the one thing that comes to my mind is **""FOOD""** 🤣. https://emojipedia.org/rolling-on-the-floor-laughing/
I may not be fat, but I love eating because that is the only thing that truly satisfies my soul and body. If you give me a delicious dish, I am ready to go and fight any war, lol.
Just thinking of the millions of dishes around the world makes me hungry already. I have always wanted to taste lobster because it looks so delicious in the cooking shows I watch. When they open the lobster, I remove my eyes from the screen because it looks AMAZING and BEAUTIFUL. It may be expensive, but it sure is worth it.
***GIVING TO CHARITY***
I see no better purpose than giving to charity because there is a reason I have been given the 590k, and it is not to benefit myself only. I have written about Giving in my previous article. I just want to phrase something here "Givers never Lack". When you give wholeheartedly, you will also be happy because you have done something great. There are so many countries suffering from poverty, and I would love to help them in any way because that is why I have the money. To help others.
If I still have money remaining, I would build my own foundation that helps blind children because I want to help those who don't have their sight anymore. That can be the most awful thing in life. I will ensure that blind children get the basic training they need and don't fall victim to abuse.
**Conclusion!**
The money won't be only used for my benefit, I guess when we do things for others then we will be rewarded greatly.
Thank you for reading!! Leave a Comment, Subscribe and I will see you in the next one!!
@Oikawa
