I connected with a colleague who I’d refer to as “A” henceforth”. After talking for hours, A made me think about my life and what I should be doing/should have done for the past 2 years since I became gainfully employed. A asked what I had achieved ever since I started working, and I couldn’t pick any tangible thing. I started stuttering and asking what he meant, and this wasn’t because I had a speech impediment but because I felt like a failure.

I used to think I was very smart until I got to know A who, at a young age, has obtained his PHD. and 2 Masters degrees, while I’m still trying to figure out whether I should start lessons for my professional examination or focus on being a private chef. I’m writing this article because I’m trying my best not to cry, and I apologize if it doesn’t make sense to you. I mean, it is 12.22 am here in Nigeria, and while my mates are sleeping, I am using my medium page as a coping mechanism. I have decided to take my life more seriously, I’ve decided to be a better person, physically, mentally, and financially. So until I figure my life out, I’d be here…