Kolapo go 'DEY PLAY'- A story of finding Work Life Balance at Uni
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Kolapo Ademule popularly known as Kola-Nerd is a third-year engineering student from a prestigious university in Nigeria, he has so far found it challenging to balance his academic responsibilities with his social life. Kola was on a scholarship, which required him to maintain a high GPA(You know how this scholarship people can be). This meant that he spent most of his time studying and barely had time to socialize with his friends. Many of his colleagues refer to him as the nerd which he totally disliked.
Kola felt alienated from his friends and often felt like he was missing out on the fun parts of Uni life. He once overheard his roommates talk about an adventure they went on during a weekend, the details excited him so much that he imagined himself enjoying such excitement but that would never happen because his mind would never permit him to stray so wide away from his academics.
He was worried that even after graduation, he would continue to prioritize work and his career over his personal life, leading to a monotonous and unsatisfying existence, which would definitely build up emotional toxicity in him.
One day, Kola decided to take the day off from all school work to go on an adventure, where his goal was to find knowledge about how to live a balanced life. It was a journey better started earlier than later since he envisaged a healthy life for himself. Hence he left his books and assignments behind and embarked on a journey of self-discovery. Kola went to different places, met new people(I presume would include people who have their shit together but in their careers and social life), and learned new things. He realized that there was more to life than just academic success and that a balanced life was central to a fulfilled and healthy life.
Along the way, Kola learned several tips and strategies for balancing academic and social life. He learned that effective time management is key to attaining this kind of life at Uni and beyond. He learned to prioritize his responsibilities while still allowing time for socializing and self-care.
Kola also discovered the importance of networking and building relationships, something he had missed out of a great deal before now. He learned that socializing and participating in extracurricular activities could help him meet new people, develop social skills, and expand his horizons.
After his adventure, Kola returned to school with a renewed sense of purpose. He found that he could balance his academic responsibilities and social life effectively; that an hour at the school's gym would do him more good than just build his muscles, he developed social skills and got better acquainted with his schoolmates. He also continued to maintain a high GPA while still participating in extracurricular activities and spending time with his friends. There were parties he could attend and attended while some others would absolutely affect his performance, those he ignored and never attended. Kola lived happily ever after well until…
In conclusion, Kola's adventure taught him that balancing academic and social life is crucial for success in both academic and personal aspects. By prioritizing his responsibilities, managing his time effectively, and participating in extracurricular activities, Kola found a way to live a balanced and fulfilling life. His story resonates closely with many university students who face similar challenges in finding the right balance between their academic responsibilities and social life.
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