Light at the end of the tunnel

BETTER DAYS AHEAD

Sometimes, life tests us with the most unexpected situations. When everything seems to be going smoothly, life can throw storms in our path without prior notice, it can weigh us down with struggles that seem endless, and insurmountable. Nevertheless, in the darkest moments, when it seems that there is not a ray of light at the end of the tunnel, there is a quiet truth, "better days are coming."

History has shown us time and again that after every hardship, there is relief. After every storm, there is stillness. After every night, the sun rises. The pain you feel today is not permanent, pleasure arrives tomorrow. The challenges that weigh you down today will one day be the foundation of your strength.

There have been battles that you fought in the past that you thought you would never win, but the victory came so smoothly and easily. There have been heartaches, difficulties, and challenges you were sure would break you, but you sailed through those situations unscathed. Today, you stand, still breathing, still fighting. That resilience is proof that you are capable of weathering this storm too.

Better days don't mean there will be no struggle, they mean in spite of the struggles, there has been growth, wisdom, and the kind of joy that comes from knowing you did not give up. Those are the moments when you will look back and realize how far you have come. If today feels heavy, remember, this is not the end of your story. Brighter mornings are on the horizon. Keep going, the best chapters are still unwritten. Hold on, better days are ahead.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

A simple but worthy differential

COURTESY CAN TAKE YOU FAR

In every place or setting we find ourselves, in our everyday interactions with people of different classes and status, higher, lower, or equals, politeness and respect open doors that might otherwise remain closed. Courtesy is more than just good manners, it is a reflection of character, a mark of professionalism, and a key to building lasting connections and relationships.

Courtesy fosters respect and mutual understanding. When we treat others with kindness, even in disagreements, we encourage open communication and reduce conflict. People will always remember how you make them feel, and those who consistently demonstrate courtesy earn loyalty, friendship, and respect. Many opportunities arise not just from skill, but from being someone others want to work with. People prefer to engage with individuals who are respectful and considerate. A reputation for courtesy can lead to promotions, referrals, and unexpected doors opening simply because people appreciate your demeanor.

Courtesy is contagious. One kind act can inspire others to pay it forward, creating a more pleasant environment for everyone. In a society where stress and impatience dominates, being the person who remains calm, polite, and respectful will distinguish you, and often, that distinction leads to success.

Courtesy costs nothing but yields great rewards. It is an investment in yourself and your relationships, one that can take you further than talent alone. In a competitive world, kindness and respect are not weaknesses, they are strengths that leave a lasting impact. So, mind your manners, choose kindness, and watch how far courtesy can take you.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Unlock solutions

BE A SOLUTION PROVIDER

Being a solution provider is an invaluable asset. Whether in personal, professional, or community contexts, those who actively seek to solve problems not only enhance their own effectiveness but also contribute positively to those around them. Embracing a solution-oriented mindset leads to innovation, collaboration, and growth. Being a solution provider is beyond just identifying problems, it involves taking proactive steps to resolve them.

When you take initiative to find solutions, you empower yourself and others. This proactive attitude breeds confidence and can inspire a culture of action. You have to begin approach challenges with a constructive mindset, this will help you encourage teamwork and cooperation among peers. Sometimes, you have to find long term solutions which will lead to sustainable changes. When you address root causes rather than merely treating symptoms, you create lasting improvements in processes, relationships, and environments.

Shift your perspective. Instead of viewing problems as insurmountable obstacles, see them as opportunities for growth and innovation. This mindset shift encourages a more positive and productive approach. Ask questions and seek to understand the underlying issues. Curiosity drives exploration and opens up multiple pathways to finding effective solutions.

Being a solution provider is a transformative approach that enhances both personal and collective effectiveness. By adopting a solution-oriented mindset, identifying and analyzing problems, generating creative solutions, and fostering collaborative environments, we can all contribute to meaningful change. Embracing this role not only empowers individuals but also strengthens communities and organizations. In a world where challenges abound, let us strive to be the solution providers who unlock potential and drive progress.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Motion is given

NOTHING MOVES UNTIL IT IS MOVED

Motion is not born, it is given. Everything, a ball, a stone, any object capable of moving or movable, waits in patience, in inertia, until a force from outside of it comes to move it. We are no different as humans. A man sits in silence until a thought, a memory, a voice, moves him to rise. A revolution sleeps in the bones of the oppressed people until a single spark makes it roar. Love is a quiet thing until a glance, a touch, a word, sets it ablaze. Every action is a reaction, every step a response to some unseen mover.

We like to believe we are the authors of our own motion, that our will is purely ours, but will itself is shaped by hunger, by fear, by the weight of history, by the whisper of another man's voice. To act is to be acted upon. To move is to be moved. Nothing moves itself, all action is born from interaction, from the push and pull of forces beyond the solitary.

Are you in motion or waiting to be set in motion? What is that thing that is capable of moving you? What are you looking to move after you have been set in motion? These are questions we must ask and answer for ourselves. Until we begin to make things happen for us, nothing will actually happen for us. Life does not present to anyone their desires on a plater of gold. Those who desire to get something or become anything must go fight for what they want.

It is difficult to stop a moving train. Once in motion, you will continue to be in motion, motion becomes a thing of ease, it is achieved effortlessly, and you can go as far as you want to. Sometimes, it is even difficult for you to stop yourself when you are in motion, not to talk of being stopped by an external force. You have got to start moving. As Robin Sharma once said, "Nothing happens until you move, nothing transforms until you execute." So, move, and execute.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

You can do it

DON'T GIVE UP ON YOURSELF

Life is not always easy. There will be moments when the road ahead seems too steep, the burdens too heavy, and the light at the end of the tunnel too dim. You might face failures, setbacks, and disappointments that make you question your strength, your worth, and even your purpose, but in those moments, when the voice of doubt grows loud, remember that you are stronger than you think, and your story is far from being over.

No storm lasts forever. The challenges you face today are shaping you, not breaking you. Every mistake is a lesson, every failure a stepping stone. The greatest comebacks often follow the toughest falls. So when you feel like giving up, remind yourself that this is just a chapter, not the entire book. It is easy to lose faith in yourself when things don't go as planned, but your value is not determined by your failures, it is defined by your courage to keep going. You owe it to yourself to try again, to believe again, and to rise again. The world needs your light, your voice, and your resilience.

You don't have to have everything figured out right now. Growth is not about being perfect, it is about being persistent. Celebrate small victories, forgive your stumbles, and keep moving forward. Even the tiniest step forward is still progress.

Some of the strongest people in history faced moments of doubt, fear, and exhaustion, nevertheless, they kept going, and so can you. Reach out for help when you need it. Lean on those who believe in you, and most importantly, be kind to yourself. There is hope while you still can breath. Cling to that hope, nurture it, let it fuel you. Your dreams, your goals, and your potential are worth the fight. So take a deep breath, stand up, try again, don't give up on yourself, because the best version of you is still on the way. So, keep going.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Later is not never

DELAY IS NOT ALWAYS DENIAL

In today's world, patience, and waiting always feel like a form of defeat, it feels like a return to yesterday, it feels like one is on a sharp reverse to the past. Justifiably so, the world is moving at unprecedented speed, advancement in science and technology is so rapid that it seems we are running into another generation. Today we want instant answers, immediate success, and overnight transformations. When our dreams do not materialize on our preferred timeline, we assume that life has denied us, that the door has closed for good, but that is not always the case.

When we look through history, we will find stories of great achievements that came after long periods of waiting. Moses wandered the desert for 40 years before leading his people to freedom at 80. Nelson Mandela spent 27 years in prison before emerging as a leader who would change a nation. J.K. Rowling faced countless rejections before 'Harry Potter' became a global phenomenon. Had they given up at the first sign of delay, the world would have been deprived of their extraordinary contributions.  

Delay is often preparation in disguise. It gives us time to grow, to refine our skills, to develop resilience, and to align with the right opportunities. A no today does not mean a no forever, your yes can come tomorrow, it might just mean not yet. The universe has a way of orchestrating events in ways we cannot always see in the moment. What feels like a setback could be a setup for something greater, something unimagined.

If you are waiting for a breakthrough, an answer, a sign, but it seems not to be coming through, do not lose hope. Delay is not denial. Keep moving forward, keep believing, and trust that when the time is right, what is meant for you will find its way to you. The best things often come not when we demand them, but when we are truly ready to receive them.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Just flow

DON'T FIGHT THE WIND ADJUST YOUR SAIL

Life, like the open sea, is unpredictable, and dynamic. This minute there is peace and calm, the next turbulence and chaos. On the sea of life, storms rise, winds shift, and currents pull us in unexpected directions. When this happens, our natural instinct may be to resist, to fight against the sudden strong rush of wind that threatens to push us off course, but wisdom teaches us that there is a better way, just adjust your sail, and you will be fine.

We can  always adopt this simple but profound philosophy. We must understand that resilience is not about brute force, or rigidity but about adaptability, and flexibility. The wind is beyond our control, and it can blow us in any direction as it pleases, but the sail is ours to maneuver. When we adjust our approach, we harness the very forces that seem to oppose us, turning obstacles into momentum, and obstructions into vehicles for progress.

While navigating the sea of life, we should not waste our energy cursing the storm, we should rather adapt. Sometimes, the redirection that comes from the turbulence we encounter is what our voyage needs to discover new lands, new territories, and new potentials. A sudden change in direction can become an opportunity, a setback can become a lesson, a challenge can become the fuel for growth.

Whenever we face failure, rejection, and uncertainty, we can exhaust ourselves by resisting, but we can find a way to adjust. Our dreams, vision, or plan may need some refinement; the path we tread may require some flexibility; perhaps, the timing is not right and it demands some patience. The art of sailing lies not in controlling the wind but in mastering the response to it. So when life blows hard, you don't have to fight it, just adjust your sail, find your new course, and let the wind carry you forward.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Work in silence

PROGRESS IS NOT ALWAYS VISIBLE

A seed buried beneath the darkness of the earth, does not sprout overnight. It stretches its roots silently downward before the first green shoot breaks through the soil. Sometimes, an artist sketches a hundred failed drafts before he emerges with a masterpiece. An athlete would have gone through months and probably years of intense training, physical and mental conditioning before exhibiting his abilities on platforms that would announce him to the world.

It is natural to wrestle with confusion, that is what comes before clarity arrives like dawn. Growth is often quiet, sometimes messy, and mostly invisible. The work you are putting into what you do now, the small efforts, the daily discipline, the setbacks you endure, may not yet be obvious, but that does not mean nothing is happening. Nevertheless, you still have to trust the process. The invisible work is still work, and one day, without fanfare, the world will see what was growing all along.

We expect growth to announce itself, we want to see clear signs of progress, we want to be able to measure our gains, we want to recieve applause, and accolades for the progress we are making, and the breakthroughs we are having, but real progress is often silent, hidden in the quiet spaces between effort and outcome.

Society always celebrates the visible, the finished product, the before-and-after, while undervaluing the slow but steady movement, the necessary work that happens in the dark shadows of the night. Just because you cannot see the shift does not mean it is not happening. Every small step; every dogged, determined effort; every lesson learned in failure is a thread in the fabric of your growth. Transformation does not always come with a spotlight. Trust the unseen. Keep going. The most powerful progress often happens when no one is watching, not even you.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Live now

LIVE WHILE YOU STILL HAVE LIFE

Life is a fleeting moment in time, no matter how long you spend taking in and exhaling breath, it is but an insignificant fraction of time. What matters most in life is not how long you live, but how well you spend your time, the quality of the life you live, and the memories you create while you still can breathe. Life is not a dress rehearsal; there are no second takes, no rewinds, no do-overs. The clock ticks forward; time has no sympathy for your plans, your fears, or your hesitations.

Many people live as though they are iimmortals, they live like they are guaranteed a space in tomorrow, postponing the pursuit of their dreams, saving their happiness for later, waiting for the perfect moment to create memories; unfortunately, those moments may never come. Time is the one currency you can't earn back once spent recklessly. The laughter you stifle and refuse to let out today, the love you fail to express, the adventures you keep shelving for someday, those are the true losses, the silent thieves that steal away living from life, and leave you only with existence.

Live now, try something new, fail at it, and try again; experience the world you never knew; create memories that will last you a lifetime; go on trips and tours; write your story, a book, your experiences; make an impact in the lives of those around. Do not wait till the conditions are perfect, when you are richer, stronger, older, less afraid, or when the stars align, but while they still burn above you.

William M. Lewis once said, "The tragedy of life is not that it ends so soon, but that we wait so long to begin it." Some lives never even began before it ended. The sooner you begin to live your life, the better for you. Live today, wait no longer for another day, it may never come. Do not be like the one who came and left without a trace, live for impact, leave a legacy, live while you still can.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Know your why

RUN WITH PURPOSE

When you run with purpose, you are set for a destination, it is not just about movement, it is about meaning, impact, and fulfillment. Every stride you make tells a story, every effort you make moves you closer to your desired destination, and every milestone reached gives you the confidence to keep going. Purpose transforms each step into something powerful. It becomes a driving force that pushes you forward, and ensures you settle for nothing less than the vision you set out to achieve.

Running with purpose is about knowing your why. It is the difference between running in circles, aimless journeying and pushing forward with intention. Your purpose can come in different dimensions, it might be to prove something to yourself, to overcome doubt, to break barriers, or even to honour a commitment. It might be to inspire a pattern, or open up a path for others to follow. You are likely to encounter challenges and difficulties along the way, you might get fatigued, but purpose will keep your legs moving. 

Purpose sharpens focus, it turns distractions into background noise and setbacks into lessons. Someone who runs with purpose does not just see the finish line, he does not just see the destination, he sees what lies beyond it, he sees the growth, the resilience, the impact, the inspiration, and the ripple effect.

Robert Bryne once said, "The purpose of life is to live a life of purpose." and John F. Kennedy also said, "Efforts and courage are not enough without purpose and direction." Until you have found the purpose for which you are running, every effort becomes a waste, every courageous act leads to nowhere. Find your purpose, seek clarity, don't just run to cover distance, complete a task, or change location; run to win, run to impact, run to inspire, run to conquer.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Take charge of your life

NO ONE OWES YOU ANYTHING

Life does not owe you a favour. The world does not care about your excuses, your struggles, your past, your bad luck, none of it entitles you to success, respect, or handouts. You get nothing on a platter. No one is coming to save you. No one is obligated to give you a chance, a job, or even basic fairness. You don't get a reward for simply showing up, you are rewarded for creating and giving value. If you want something from life, you have to go out and take it. No one will hand it to you.

Some of the greatest achievers in history did not wait for permission to take action, or do what they wanted, they never sought pity, they were not hoping for fairness. They fought, hustled, and outworked everyone around them. They understood that having an entitlement mindset is an enemy of their progress. The moment you believe you deserve something without earning it, you have already lost.

The truth may be harsh, but it is liberating. You are responsible for your own life. No one can guarantee your success. Excuses won't feed you. Complaining won't open doors. Only relentless, disciplined, and unapologetic action will move you forward. Stop waiting for luck, handouts, or miracles. Build your skills, take risks, and demand more from yourself than anyone else ever would. The only person who will truly give you what you want is you, and if you don't give yourself, no one else will.

Strong people operate with an understanding that everything is won, not given. Stop waiting, stop complaining, stop whining. Take responsibility for your future, take responsibility for your life. Life is not fair, no one owes you anything, and many do not even care. When you accept these truths and realities, you set yourself free, and you will realize that the only limits you have are the ones you impose on yourself.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Transformation through sacrifice

THE SEED MUST DIE FOR THE TREE TO RISE

In history, as has been in nature, in the fight for justice, in a movement for change, the death of one has always been the birth of many more. When a seed lies buried, small, insignificant, and alone. To the untrained and unknowledgable, it appears lifeless, a mere husk of what once was, but deep within its brittle shell is life unseen, a quiet revolution, a surrender that births something greater. For the seed to become what it was meant to be, it must first let go of itself. It must break. It must die.

There seems to be quietness, the earth presses in, heavy and suffocating, grains of sand cast heavy shadows of darkness. Moisture softens the shell, weakening its walls until, at last, it splits. The death of the seed is not an end but a necessary undoing, the shattering of one form to make way for another. All the darkness and harshness was needed, a tender shoot emerges, it rises, it breaks through, coming towards the light just above the earth. Roots begin to stretch downward, anchoring as the stem reaches to the sky, unfolding into leaves, branches, and in time, a towering tree.

What was once a single, dormant seed now stands as a testament to resurrection, a life that could only come through surrender, and death. Without the death of the seed, the tree cannot be. The seed does not mourn the seed, it embodies its purpose. In the same way, every transformation demands a letting go. To cling is to remain small, confined. To break open, to yield, is to rise stronger, fuller, alive in ways the seed could never have imagined.

To become who we are meant to be, we must be ready to let go, to sacrifice, to face our own undoing, the crumbling of old ways, the release of what we hold dear, and cherish, the things that once defined us. Only then can we grow, only then can we rise, only then can we bear fruits, only then can we become strong to stand tall and serve others.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

The power of intuition

TRUST YOUR INSTINCT

Logic, data, and careful analysis are actually very important resource factors in decision-making processes, they present us with facts, figures, and valuable information, but there is something that is also as important: our guts. We sometimes overlook this powerful tool that nature has given us. That quiet, inner voice nudging you toward or away from a decision is not just a random voice, it is your subconscious mind piecing together experiences, observations, and subtle cues that your conscious mind might be missing.

Our intuition is the brain's way of rapidly processing information without deliberate thought. It may feel a little unreasonable sometimes, but our mind, instinct, and gut would rarely lead us astray. It is why you might feel uneasy about a situation before you can pinpoint why, or why a spontaneous choice sometimes leads to the best outcomes. If you recall well, some of your most important decisions, some of your best results, have been products of listening to your instincts.

Your gut is not infallible, it is not to be your first point of call when decisions are to be made, but it is a valuable go to option in high-pressure moments, when quick decisions are needed. Our instinct is an excellent guide in creative endeavours, it always gives unique perspectives. When it comes to ethical issues, that inner moral compass often knows before your mind rationalizes. Except you have consciously or unconsciously corrupted your instincts, it would always lead you right.

Trusting your gut does not mean ignoring facts, it means honouring your subconscious as part of your decision-making toolkit. If an opportunity excites you despite the risks, investigate further before dismissing it. The more you tune into your intuition, the stronger it becomes. Albert Einstein once said, "The intuitive mind is a sacred gift, and the rational mind is a faithful servant. We have created a society that honours the servant and has forgotten the gift." Don't forget your gift, use it.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Eliminate excesses

LESS CAN BE MORE

The world today often equates success with excess, or abundance, more possessions, more work, more commitments, more noise, but the truth is, less can sometimes be more. At times, what we need more than excess is less, when we strip away the unnecessary, the ambiguous, the frivolities, we uncover clarity, purpose, and even beauty, we enter into the abundance of what is actually important, necessary, and useful.

Most of the most unique, dynamic, iconic, and priceless substances, designs, and features in nature and the world around us are actually the simplest and the most uncomplicated. Check out Apple's iconic logo, though simple is worth something close to a fortune, if not a fortune. Water is so simple, yet, without it the world can barely survive. When we remove the extraneous from what we do and create, we amplify what truly matters. 

When we are bent on creating more, acquiring more, having more, we would begin to unconsciously accumulate the stuff we do not need, we would begin to go for the irrelevant things. A cluttered space drains focus, while a tidy one fosters calm, and productivity. A heavily loaded to-do list will eventually leave us with an unproductive end, because we would have little room for deep thought or joy, meanwhile, intentional simplicity creates space for meaningful experiences.

Less can be more, less can sometimes be better, it is not about deprivation, it is about refinement, it is about pruning, it is about eliminating excesses, it is choosing quality over quantity, focus over distraction, and intentionality over fate and circumstances. When we let go of the unnecessary, we make room for what enriches us, we allow space for the things that we have always desired and dreamt of. Less is not just more, most times, less is just enough.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Listen to nature

THE WORLD WILL TEACH YOU IF YOU LISTEN

The greatest lessons are not always found in books or lectures, they are written in the quiet moments, the unexpected challenges, and the unspoken truths of everyday life. The world is a patient but relentless teacher, offering wisdom to those willing to listen. Listen to the wind, it teaches flexibility. A rigid tree will give way in the storm, while the bending reed survives. There is strength in adaptability, in learning to sway without breaking.

Listen to the rivers, they teach persistence. No matter the obstacle, they find a way forward, carving canyons over time with nothing but steady motion. Your struggles, too, can shape you if you keep moving. Listen to the seasons, they teach impermanence. Joy and sorrow come and go like sunrise and sunset, like winter and spring. Nothing lasts forever, so savour the good and endure the bad, knowing that both will pass.

Listen to strangers, they teach empathy. Behind every face is a story you have not heard, a battle you have not fought. The world softens when you realize everyone is fighting something. Listen to silence, it teaches clarity. In stillness, the noise fades, and you hear the truth you have always avoided. The answers are often there, waiting for you to stop talking long enough to notice that it is written boldly on the wall.

The world whispers its lessons in sunsets and storms, in kindness and cruelty, in beginnings and endings. The passage of time, the unfolding of tomorrow, and its metamorphosis into yesterday, the revelation of the unexpected, and the unveiling of the hidden. If you are willing to maintain some level of stillness, be open to learning, experiencing, and understanding, and be humble you will receive so much from life and nature than you can ever get from anywhere else. The classroom is everywhere, just pay attention.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

What is worth doing is worth doing well

PRIORITISING EXCELLENCE

The proverb, "What is worth doing at all, is worth doing well" often attributed to Philip Stanhope, the 4th Earl of Chesterfield, carries a simple yet profound truth, and admonition. If a task is important enough to be undertaken, it deserves your best effort. Prioritizing the principles of excellence, diligence, and integrity in all endeavors, whether grand or mundane sets the pace for distinctive execution.  

We must eradicate the mindset of putting in half-hearted efforts into our endeavours if we really want to standout. If something is valuable enough to demand our time and energy, then cutting corners or performing it poorly defeats its purpose. We must always attempt to diligently perform every task with our best efforts invested into it, doing something well ensures that the effort yields meaningful results.

When you commit to doing something well, you take pride in the outcome. A job well done fosters self-respect and earns the respect of others. However, mediocre efforts often lead to wasted time and resources. Excellence always builds reputation, trust, and lasting success. When you strive for mastery in small tasks, it helps you cultivate discipline, skill, and a mindset of continuous improvement.

While excellence is being encouraged, we should not confuse it with perfectionism. Doing something well, is about putting in sincere effort, not obsessing over unattainable results. We must find the balance, knowing when good is good enough and when extra effort is truly essential. Life rewards those who take their commitments seriously. As the old saying goes, "If a thing is right, do it boldly. If it is wrong, leave it undone." If it is worth doing, do it well.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Fleeting abundance

LIFE IS A LONG STORY OF HOW SHORT WE LIVE

We spend our days rushing through time as if it were infinitely available to us, only to wake up one day to the reality of how much of it has already slipped through our fingers. Life, in all its vastness, is a paradox, it is a long story composed of fleeting moments, a grand narrative built on the fragile foundation of seconds that disappear before we can fully grasp them.

We measure our lives in years, but we experience them in breaths, in laughter that fades too quickly, in sunrise that quickly turns into sunset before we are even ready to ride, in the warm embraces of loved ones that we may not hold long enough. The days stretch long, but the years move like thieves, stealing our youth, our chances, our expectant days before we even notice.

We tell ourselves there will be time, time to mend what is broken, time to say the things we wished we had said, time to love more deeply, to wander farther, to live more boldly, but time is a real trickster, whispering to us that there are still plenty of it while it quietly burn away the present. The tragedy of life is not in its shortness, it is in the realisation of how short it is when most of it is already behind us.

Nevertheless, in the brevity of life lies its beauty. Life is not made in the decades we accumulate, but in the moments that take our breath away, the ones we did not see coming, the ones we almost missed, the ones we carry with us long after they are gone. These are the ones we truly cherish. Live now; not when things are perfect, not when you are ready, not when every expectation falls into place. Live now, while your heart still beats, while your hands can still be stretched, while the story is still being written, because life is a long story of how short we lived.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Start when you can

THERE ARE NO LATECOMERS IN LIFE

There is an obsession that has engulfed our world today, the desire, and the craze for timelines and milestone achievements. Many believe that success, fulfillment, growth, and achievements must happen by a certain age, and anything later than that would mean failure. The society sometimes tell us that if you have not done so, or achieved such, at certain ages you have fallen behind. Nevertheless, on this journey through life, the truth is, there are no latecomers in life.

Life does not follow a schedule, everyone has their own different timelines, and milestones, and everyone will arrive at their destinations at different times. We have seen throughout history how some people found their calling or achieved greatness at ages the society deemed "too late". Colonel Sanders, founded KFC at the age of 65; Vera Wang entered fashion design at the age of 40, after initially pursuing a carrier in figure skating; Julia Child published her first cookbook at 50; and Stan Lee created his most iconic comics in his 40s.

These stories remind us that purpose has no expiration date. What matters is not when you start but that you begin at all. We cannot compare ourselves with others, we will only be giving comparison the privilege to steal away our joy. Measuring yourself against others, or against societal standards, only breeds discouragement. We must understand that life is not a race, it is a personal journey.

Sometimes, when people think you are starting late, you might actually be starting wiser. The years spent exploring, failing, or even wandering were not wasted, they equipped you with insights, resilience, and clarity that those who rushed ahead may lack. Your unique path has value. If you are breathing, you are still in the game. The perfect time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, the second-best time is today. Your time is now, whenever "now" is for you is just perfect.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Set your target

YOU CAN'T HIT A TARGET YOU DON'T HAVE  

Success does not just happen by accident, it is the reward for deliberate, intentional, and determined hardwork. In every human endeavour, achieving success begins with a clear, defined target, a destination towards which one gravitates purposefully. Setting a target, having a goal, is the first step toward growth. Without a goal, effort becomes directionless, progress becomes accidental, and success remains elusive.  

One does not embark on a voyage without a destination, a compass for direction. A well-defined goal acts like a compass, it gives direction. Imagine an archer shooting arrows without a target. No matter how skilled he is, his efforts are all in vain, because there is nothing to aim for, there is no purpose to his actions. The same applies to life. Without clarity of purpose, direction, and target, time, effort, and resources are scattered, leaving one frustrated and disappointed.

Many people work hard but see little progress because they have not set a specific objective. Success is not just about effort, it is about focused effort. Without a target one will struggle to measure progress, but when you define what you want, every action becomes purposeful.

When we do not have a specific target at which we aim, we become more reactive to life rather than proactively taking steps and measures towards our goals. Days blur into years, years into decades, and before you know it, you have wandered about without ever arriving at any particular destination, but when you set a goal, no matter how ambitious it may be, you give yourself a fighting chance. So, take aim. Define your target. Then shoot with everything you have got. Like Michelangelo once said, "The greater danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high and we miss it, but that it is too low and we hit it." Set a high target, "as Norman Vincent Peale advised, "Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you will land among the stars."

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Choose positivity always

DON'T NORMALISE NEGATIVITY

In a world where cynicism, complaints, and pessimism often dominate conversations, where people believe the only way from where they are, is the undesired path, and everything seems to be heading the way of doom. It is easy to fall into the trap of normalising negativity, and accepting the unpleasant fate staring us in the face. Social media, news cycles, and even casual conversations can sometimes revolve around what is wrong rather than what is right, but when we treat negativity as the default, we risk dimming our own light and allowing darkness to prevail.

Negativity is contagious. The more we engage with it, the more it shapes our mindset, relationships, and even the opportunities that come our way. Constant, consistent complaining, or dwelling on setbacks conditions the brain to focus on the worst, making it difficult to see solutions, or even be grateful for the things that are working for us rather than those that are not. Before long, negativity becomes a habit, and a habit once formed is difficult to break.

We cannot ignore real problems or pretend everything is perfect. Life is full of challenges, and acknowledging them is healthy. Nevertheless, there is a difference between constructively criticising situations and chronic negativity. One seeks solutions, the other wallows in problems. As intense and difficult as things may be, keeping hope alive can strengthen us to keep moving forward towards the brighter day. As Stephen King once said, "Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies"

Be mindful of your words during conversations; actively counterbalance negativity by acknowledging the good in every situation, and pause occasionally to appreciate the small wins you have had. Negativity may be common, but it does not have to be normal. Every day, we have a choice, to amplify the darkness or to spark light. Do not let pessimism become your default, choose positivity, and watch how it transforms your world.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Unlock your inner power

POTENTIALS ARE LIMITLESS

Every human being is born with an infinite capacity to grow, create, and transform, not just in some areas of life's endeavour, but in countless ways. Unfortunately, we have been reconditioned to think and believe that we cannot achieve everything we want to achieve, that we are limited. Nevertheless, the only real boundaries, and limitations that exist are the ones we impose upon ourselves.

The greatest innovators, artists, athletes, and thinkers in history have been able to shatter the illusions of limitations, they have defied odds in different ways, done things that were once thought could never be done, invented unimaginable and unthinkable machines that are now being optimised in different areas of human endeavours, broke records that were considered impossible to be broken. They refused to accept predefined limits and instead pushed beyond them, proving that potential expands with effort, belief, and persistence.

Studies in the field of Neuroscience has confirmed that the brain is not a rigid entity but plastic in nature, it is capable of rewiring itself through learning and experience. Every skill mastered, every challenge overcome, stretches our abilities further. What seems impossible today can become possible tomorrow, simply because we dared to try. The more we dare to do, the more we are able to do.

If we will break the ceiling above us, we must have the believe that growth is possible; we must abandon fixed mindsets that we cannot do something, rather we should see it as something we have not learnt how to do. We must not consider failure as a setback, but a feedback to help is better our ability, and a stepping stone towards mastery. We must be ready to make the move, take the small steps, put in daily efforts into whatever we want to achieve, and see how these efforts compound into extraordinary results. Your potential is not determined by your past, your circumstances, or even your current abilities. It is shaped by your vision, your effort, and your refusal to quit.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Don't be a noise maker

EMPTY BARRELS MAKE THE LOUDEST NOISE

This old proverb captures human behaviour so succinctly, it express how some people would attempt to sell themselves pricey, make people think they are full of value, when they are actually almost worthless. Imagine having a barrel full of nothing but air, when you struck that barrel, it echoes loudly, but fill that barrel with any liquid substance and struck it, it barely makes a sound, however the sound it does make says how loaded the barrel is. The same is true of people. Those with the least substance often speak the loudest, while the truly knowledgeable have no need to shout.

In life, we encounter these "empty barrels" everywhere, the boastful and pompous who dominate conversations with opinions without real insight; the show-offs who crave attention at all cost, but lack depth; the critics who tear others down without offering anything constructive. Their noise is not a sign of strength, it is a cover for their weakness, and insecurity. True wisdom does not need to announce itself, it is demonstrated through quiet confidence, thoughtful action, and genuine substance.

We must not mistake volume for value. The loudest voice in the room is rarely the most worthy of attention. We should instead pay attention to those who speak less but say more, the ones whose words are not loud but carry a lot of weight because they are backed by experience, humility, and real understanding. If you find yourself in a room tempted to be the noisiest, ask yourself if your words are carrying enough value that is needed in that room, or you just want to utter words so you can be heard.

Malcolm Forbes once said, "The purpose of education is to replace an empty mind with an open one."  Rather than seeking to be heard, Seek to be an open mind, ready to receive wisdom and knowledge, ready to be filled with valuable insights. The world respects depth, not rythmic rhethorics of emptiness; they honour wisdom not lousiness. Fill yourself with knowledge, kindness, purpose, and wisdom then you will not need to make noise to be heard.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Play your part right

LIFE IS A MOVIE WITHOUT REHEARSAL

Life is the most unpredictable movie ever, one where there is no script, no retakes, no rehearsals. Every moment is an unedited scene, every decision is a real time improvisation, and every day is a new plot twist. You are the script writer, lead actor and the director of this movie, and however it turns out to be is entirely your responsibility. This movie has the potential to be the best story ever seen, ever heard, ever written depending on what you make it.

In this movie, some scenes will come out beautifully shot, with golden moments of joy and laughter with friends and family, triumphs that feel like climactic victories. Others as raw, unpolished, and unrefined scenes of heartbreaks, failures, moments you wish you could cut off from the final reels, but unlike real movies, you cannot pause, rewind, replay, reshoot, or edit. There is only one option, you only play forward.

Sometimes, you are fortunate to have some supporting cast in your movie, some will be heroes, and others villains. Some will be there for as long as they are needed, and necessary, others may not be there for long, and they can even leave without notice. A few will leave marks so deep their absence becomes part of the story. There would be a few fleeting extras, each shaping the narrative in ways you could not have predicted, nevertheless they all are a part of this unfolding movie.

There are no guarantees of a happy ending in this movie, no assurance that things will end the way it is desired, but that is the beauty and the magic of it. The unscripted chaos, the unplanned detours, the unedited emotions, they are what make the story uniquely yours. So, play your role with courage, and confidence. Speak your lines with conviction, even when your voice shakes. Embrace every floppy moments as well as the excellent performance, and outcomes, because this is the one movie you will never get to watch or relive again. Enjoy every bit of it, and make it a worthy one.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Your path to greatness

BUILD ON YOUR STRENGTHS

Whatever you focus on, you strengthen; whatever you ignore, you weaken. In today's world people often focus on fixing their weaknesses, and they overlook the power of their natural strengths. Rather than improving on their strength, they worry about what they cannot do because of their weakness. True growth and success does not come from merely improving your shortcomings, but from recognizing, refining, and maximizing what you are already good at.

Instead of struggling to become average in areas where you lack talent, focus on becoming exceptional in what you are already great at. The most successful people are not those without weaknesses, they are the ones who know how to make their strengths shine. Stop trying to be good at everything. Build on your strengths, and let them carry you forward. When you operate in your area of strength, you feel more capable and self-assured. Taking on tasks that align with your strengths require less effort, allowing you to perform better and faster

Trying to improve everything can lead you to excelling at nothing. A musician does not become legendary by showing his football skills, rather he works on improving his vocals, he practices playing his instruments more, and ensures he performs excellently when he gets the opportunity. You don't waste your energy forcing yourself to do the things you are weak at, it slows your progress, and weakens your strength. Growth happens fastest where you are already strong.

Identify what you do effortlessly yet exceptionally; Invest time, effort, and practice to refine your natural abilities into elite skills; Seek opportunities, and environments where your strengths are your primary tools, and they are more productive. Weaknesses only hold you back if they are critical obstacles. Otherwise, ignore them and focus on what makes you exceptional, what makes you the best at what you do. The world rewards specialists, not generalists. Stop trying to fix yourself into adequacy. Build on your strengths, and rise to greatness.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

You can win

AGAINST ALL ODDS: THE LEICESTER CITY STORY

In the world of football, where money, prestige, and star power usually dictate success, Leicester City's 2015-2016 Premier League title victory stands as one of the greatest sporting miracles of all time. A team that had narrowly escaped relegation the season before, written off as underdogs, defied logic, expectation, and the might of football's elite to achieve the impossible.

Leicester's squad was a mix of cast-offs, bargain signings, and unproven talents. Jamie Vardy, a non-league striker who had worked in a factory, became a relentless goal-scoring machine. Riyad Mahrez, an unknown winger from France's second division, dazzled with his creativity. N'Golo Kanté, a diminutive midfielder plucked from obscurity, ran tirelessly, covering every blade of grass. At the heart of it all was manager Claudio Ranieri, once deemed to have passed his prime, who instilled belief in his squad with humility and tactical brilliance.

Premier league giants, Chelsea, Manchester City, Arsenal, and Manchester United boasted squads worth hundreds of millions. Leicester's entire team cost less than some individual superstars. Yet, week after week, they scrapped, counterattacked, and held firm. They played with unity, heart, and a refusal to accept limitations. As the season progressed, disbelief turned into hope, and hope turned into destiny.

On May 2, 2016, Tottenham's draw with Chelsea confirmed the unthinkable, Leicester City, a club that had spent most of its history outside the top flight, were champions of England. The streets of Leicester erupted in celebration, not just for a football triumph, but for a victory of spirit over circumstance. Leicester's story transcends sport. It is a reminder that no dream is too big, no obstacle too great. It proves that teamwork, perseverance, and sheer determination can overcome even the longest odds. In a world that often favours the privileged, Leicester showed that miracles happen when people dare to believe. Against all odds, they made history. Their story has inspired millions to never stop fighting for their own impossible dreams.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Eliminate distractions

FOCUS ON WINNING

Winning begins in the mind long before it shows in the results. It starts with a single, unshakable decision not to be distracted irrespective of what the distractions may be. In a world of noise, shortcuts, and endless excuses, the difference between winners and mediocres is focus. The kind of ruthless, unrelenting concentration that discharges irrelevancies, and everything that does not take one to the desired goal and destination.

Winners don't just work hard, they work with precision. They know that effort without direction is wasted energy. Every move, every meeting, every hour is intentional. True winners understand that victory is not just about crossing the finish line first. It is about the discipline to show up when no one is watching, the resilience to rise after every fall, and the courage to push beyond limits. Michael Jordan once said, "There is no substitute for hardwork and dedication." Little wonder he became a legend of the game. Not just by his talent, but, he outworked everyone, embraced failure, and never settled for mediocrity.

Winning does not happen by chance, it is the result of preparation, perseverance, and an unshakable belief in oneself. Winning demands adaptability. The world rewards those who learn, adjust, and innovate. A winner does not fear change, they master it. They see setbacks as setups for comebacks and competition as a catalyst for growth.

Deal with procrastination, say no to half-hearted effort, and anything that does not align with your goal. It is the ability to lock in when others lose interest, to push when fatigue whispers quit, and to see the end goal even when it is still invisible to everyone else, that separates winners from losers. Focus is not just about obsession, it is about clarity. Winners don't clutter their minds with doubt or outside opinions. They know their mission, they trust their process, and they execute without hesitation. Distraction is the enemy of greatness, and focus is the weapon that destroys it.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Plant the seeds

SACRIFICE IS NOT LOSING IT IS GAINING

The world is in a better place today because some people made some sacrifices in the past. Some with their skills, talent, knowledge, experience, and labour, while some paid the ultimate price with their lives. Many people see sacrifice as loss, giving up time, comfort, or something cherished with nothing in return. True sacrifice is not about what we deprive ourselves of, it is about what is gotten in exchange for it. When we make a sacrifice, we trade something temporary for something greater, growth, love, purpose, or a future we could not have otherwise reached.  

Parents would sacrifice sleep for their child's well-being, creating and gaining deeper bonds and joy. An athlete sacrifices leisure for discipline, gaining strength, mastery, and achievement. Someone with lofty dreams sacrifices the security of his comfort zone for passion, gaining a life of purpose, impact, and meaning. When it seems we have surrendered ease, pleasure, and comfort, we have actually made an investment that will yield far greater rewards.

We may not always be the major beneficiary of our own sacrifices, but we have been, and would still be beneficiary of someone else's sacrifice. Life is about sacrifices, and without the sacrifices of some people, we would not be in our place today. Even in pain, sacrifice shapes us. The struggles we endure for others, or for our goals carve resilience into our character. The loss we merely endure is the price of transformation.

We must not fear making sacrifices, either for ourselves or for others. Most times, what you are willing to release, and let go is what makes space for what truly matters to come. What you give up today can become the foundation for what you gain tomorrow. Adoniram Judson once said, "There is no success without sacrifice." Except a seed is buried in the ground, we cannot have a tree. If you do not give, you cannot receive. Sacrifice is not losing, it is the only way to gain something greater than we can ever give.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Work smarter than harder

DON'T GET BUSY, GET PRODUCTIVE

Running on a treadmill at 50km per hour does not necessarily get you anywhere. It might have an effect on your physical and mental health, but it does not mean you are making any progress on the ground. Being busy does not translate to being productive. You can fill your day with tasks, meetings, and endless to-do lists, but if you are not moving the needle toward your goals, you are just spinning your wheels, you are just running on the treadmill. True success is not about activity, it is about what your activity is producing.

Busy people are reactive people, they attend to situations that come to them as needing attention or as an emergency; they multitask all in the name of getting so much done; they also work long hours trying to complete tasks. Meanwhile, productive people prioritize what they spend their time doing, they do not just get into tasks, they ensure it is essential to their end goal; they would rather focus on one crucial task and get it done, than to jump from one to the other; Productive people work smart hours, they schedule their time appropriately, achieve their goals, and move on to their next target.

Be ruthless in setting your priorities, not everything deserves your time. Focus on the most crucial tasks that drive the greater chunk of your desired results. Eliminate distractions from your activities, create an atmosphere that inspires, and breeds productivity. Success is not about how many hours you work, it is about what you accomplish in those hours. Burnout kills productivity, do not overwork yourself, create time to relax, recharge and return sharper.

The most successful people in the world are not really the busiest, they are the most intentional. They do not confuse motion with progress. They know that working hard for long hours is not the answer to success, but working smart. They understand that progress, and productivity is not achieved through stressful and overloaded routines, but on focused, careful, and intentional routines, not on a busy schedule, but on purpose driven timelines.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Dig deep

THE DEEPER YOUR FOUNDATIONS, THE HIGHER YOU CAN BUILD

In construction, the tallest and most enduring structures are never built on shallow grounds. The foundation for skyscrapers dugged deep into the earth, they are anchored on solid grounds deep within the earth to withstand storms, lateral and medial forces, as well as withstand the test of time. This same principle applies to life, the deeper your foundations, the higher you can rise; the deeper your experiences, the higher your level of wisdom.

A tree often stretches its roots deep into the ground, and the depth at which the roots get to will always determine how far above the ground its stem and branches can go. What we usually see of a tree, the growth, the height, the fruit is only possible because of what remains unseen. Knowledge, discipline, resilience, and integrity are the hidden roots of success. Without them, any achievement is fragile, vulnerable to the first strong wind of adversity.

Greatness is not an accident. Many successes are always a result of years of intense, and immense hard work, practice, dedication, and determination. In any endeavour of life, we must understand that everything that will withstand the test of time, would first have been grounded in the soil of patience. There are no shortcuts to enduring success, only the patient, often invisible work of laying a foundation deep, and strong enough to bear the weight of our ambitions.

When challenges come, it is the depth of your preparation that determines whether you stand or collapse. A shallow understanding cracks under pressure; a deep foundation bends but does not break. The trials that destroy the unprepared only refine those who have built wisely. Before reaching for the next level, ensure that what lies beneath you is solid enough to carry the extra weight. Growth without foundation is an illusion. True elevation comes not from straining upward prematurely, but from ensuring your base is unshakable. The world admires height, but wisdom respects depth. Dig deep, so you can rise without limit.

To a better you, Kamikun John.

Stay connected

DON'T FORGET YOUR ROOTS

In a world that is constantly pushing us to move forward, to leave our comfort zones, and to chase after success, wealth, and new horizons. It is easy to lose sight of where we are coming from. No matter where we go, no matter how far we go in life, our roots remain the foundation of who we are. They shape our values, our resilience, and our identity. To forget them is to lose a part of ourselves, it is to disconnect ourselves from what is supposed to be the source of our strength, vision, and drive.

Our roots are more than just the place we were born or the family we come from. They are the struggles our ancestors endured, the traditions that moulded us, the humble beginnings that taught us gratitude, the foundations that built our resilience, that gave us courage, and filled us with the can do spirit that we now carry everywhere we go. They remind us that greatness is not just about reaching heights but remembering the ground that lifted us, and gave us the opportunity to rise.

There is immense strength in embracing your past no matter how humble it might have been. You do not disconnect yourself from those you once built memories with, you do not dishonour your cultural heritage, you do not disregard your history. It will help you to remember where you came from, to see how far you have gone, and to imagine where you can still get to. Life is a continuum and the entire journey only makes sense when it is viewed as a whole, not when it is disjointed and seen in parts.

As you ascend the ladder to the top, as you achieve your desired dreams, as you evolve from what you used to be, to what you want to be; pause, look back, honor the hands that raised you, the lessons that shaped you, and the journey that brought you here. Success means little if you lose yourself along the way, your story is incomplete if your beginning is left out. Do not forget your roots, they are your anchor, your story, the foundation of your purpose, and your power.

To a better you, Kamikun John.