The day it hit her, she was scrolling through her phone again, watching people announce new jobs, online certifications, and fresh wins.
She paused for a moment and whispered,
“God, what am I even doing with my life?”
Not out of jealousy, but realization.
The world was moving, and somehow, she was standing still caught between comfort and fear.
She had dreams, big ones.
But dreams don’t grow if you don’t feed them.
And then came that gentle nudge in her spirit:
“Educate yourself. Add more to your knowledge.”
It wasn’t just about school or certificates.
It was about stretching her mind, growing her confidence, and refusing to let stagnancy become home.
Because truth is, you can’t keep being on the same spot while others are progressing.
Learning doesn’t end after graduation.
Every new skill, every book, every course, every conversation adds a layer of wisdom that shapes who you’re becoming.
Girl, the world is evolving.
You can’t keep saying, “I don’t know how to,” when there are free resources everywhere. YouTube, books, mentors, podcasts, and grace waiting for you to begin.
You don’t have to do everything at once.
Start small. One lesson, one course, one idea, one bold decision to learn something new each day.
Because growth doesn’t always come with applause; sometimes it starts in quiet rooms with curious hearts.
Educate yourself, not to compete, but to become.
To sharpen the gifts God placed in you.
To prepare for the opportunities He’s aligning ahead.
So, read that book.
Take that class.
Watch that tutorial.
Ask questions.
Challenge your comfort.
The world won’t slow down, and you can’t afford to stay still.
Grow because you owe it to the woman you’re becoming.
Temilade Alokan
Light Lamp
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