NYSC DIARIES (DO IT; EVEN IF TALENTLESS)
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So i was just going to post this on my twitter page, then figured why not put it on my blog. lol sometimes its work adjusting to the fact that i now have a blog.
A few days ago one of my friends was telling our other friends how he saw me dance at our musicals while in nysc orientation camp, everybody laughed at the statement, you would think he just cracked the joke of the millenium. Actually, that could have passed well for a joke for those that truly know me, they know that i am as stiff as a stick especially when it comes to dancing, so they could not just fathom the idea as to why i would have been among those representing my platoon to dance. A long conversation ensued from this, plenty teasing at my expense, those that could mimick did a chicken like display explaining to the others,they were sure that was how i danced, some even said it must have been a "waka pass" role i played, i actually found the whole talk amusing, it was funny and annoying that they thought so low of my dance steps. Truth be told the dance step was quite easy, and it was more of repitions, i wouldn't have participated, but my platoon members said they needed a touch of African face or lady that carries that African Aura, and if you know me you know my colour is unabashedly African😁, we are not being proud 'o'...its a good gift we have come to appreciate.
This reason is why i decided to PARTICIPATE in the musicals. And that word participate is the keyword that won meThis teasing quanta with my friends.
I then asked them, what did you do for your platoon, and guess what, the excuses started rolling in, i can't dance, my platoon was unserious, my platoon this, my platoon that... Now don't get me wrong, i don't blame them for not joining any group, neither do i blame them for trying to make me feel like dancing in camp was a mistake, no, i blame myself for not even doing much more than dancing, i blame myself for not participating in the debates and quiz, i blame myself for not participating in the lectures, i blame myself for not doing enough for my platoon. Why? Because in participating i was recognized for doing something for my platoon, i gave my own quota in being responsible to my platoon, i gave a share of the little talent i have. Now what is my point? things like platoons, dance and debates may sound very trivial, but out of these trivial things, great stuff are birthed. No one will pay you or recognise you for being around or being a member of something, rather you will be paid and recognised for participation. People doing nothing will try to make you feel you are not good enough, but never, i repeat never, heed to this. You are good enough, you have all you need to get started, you are not an idle person that sits around and waits for recommendation and approval from others before you act, you are bright and smart, you are strong enough to make mistakes and correct yourself, but you are never one to sit still and fear progress or participation for fear of what people will say. You are a work in progress, budding to be a masterpiece, so don't ever feel bad for taking a step towards something positive.
©Okanye
So i was just going to post this on my twitter page, then figured why not put it on my blog. lol sometimes its work adjusting to the fact that i now have a blog.
A few days ago one of my friends was telling our other friends how he saw me dance at our musicals while in nysc orientation camp, everybody laughed at the statement, you would think he just cracked the joke of the millenium. Actually, that could have passed well for a joke for those that truly know me, they know that i am as stiff as a stick especially when it comes to dancing, so they could not just fathom the idea as to why i would have been among those representing my platoon to dance. A long conversation ensued from this, plenty teasing at my expense, those that could mimick did a chicken like display explaining to the others,they were sure that was how i danced, some even said it must have been a "waka pass" role i played, i actually found the whole talk amusing, it was funny and annoying that they thought so low of my dance steps. Truth be told the dance step was quite easy, and it was more of repitions, i wouldn't have participated, but my platoon members said they needed a touch of African face or lady that carries that African Aura, and if you know me you know my colour is unabashedly African😁, we are not being proud 'o'...its a good gift we have come to appreciate.
This reason is why i decided to PARTICIPATE in the musicals. And that word participate is the keyword that won meThis teasing quanta with my friends.
I then asked them, what did you do for your platoon, and guess what, the excuses started rolling in, i can't dance, my platoon was unserious, my platoon this, my platoon that... Now don't get me wrong, i don't blame them for not joining any group, neither do i blame them for trying to make me feel like dancing in camp was a mistake, no, i blame myself for not even doing much more than dancing, i blame myself for not participating in the debates and quiz, i blame myself for not participating in the lectures, i blame myself for not doing enough for my platoon. Why? Because in participating i was recognized for doing something for my platoon, i gave my own quota in being responsible to my platoon, i gave a share of the little talent i have. Now what is my point? things like platoons, dance and debates may sound very trivial, but out of these trivial things, great stuff are birthed. No one will pay you or recognise you for being around or being a member of something, rather you will be paid and recognised for participation. People doing nothing will try to make you feel you are not good enough, but never, i repeat never, heed to this. You are good enough, you have all you need to get started, you are not an idle person that sits around and waits for recommendation and approval from others before you act, you are bright and smart, you are strong enough to make mistakes and correct yourself, but you are never one to sit still and fear progress or participation for fear of what people will say. You are a work in progress, budding to be a masterpiece, so don't ever feel bad for taking a step towards something positive.
©Okanye
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