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Johnny Broke The Siege. Story with an all lifetime lesson

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     Jonny was only five years old when he lost his father Agbeli Dzidepo. The mother’s name is Asinyo Esinam, a woman of value but unfortunately financially handicapped. Even before Mrs Esi lost her husband, life has not been easy for this household even though her husband was a teacher in Living Academy Preparatory School. Johnny was a handsome and a respectful boy who took exactly after his father’s good moral. His parents were very particular about his moral upbringing and his growth academically. Unlike children who turn out to be a disappointment even when their parents work tirelessly for their upkeep, his attitude was different. At home, he is the type that would run errands for the mother and made sure he reads his notes after and before school. Johnny learnt a very common saying one day which gingers him to aspire higher even as a child. “Reading makes the man“ and “Practice makes man perfect.“ He never went a day without saying this after his morning devotion with the mother

CALMING THE FLYING MIND

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"Hey! How are you"? Andy said. Jonathan was just looking into the air as if pretending not to hear Andy. Andy hasn't noticed this act of Joe as he always refers to him. Little had he known that Jonathan was stressed. These two fellows are students in high school. Jonathan had only his mother alive to cater to him. In fact, life has not been easy for him. Feeding, to purchasing school materials was a great challenge. Despite his predicament, he never gave up on his dream of inventing a system that generates fuel for cooking. He had a strong passion to support his community even though he is poor. One thing he says keeps him moving- 'For nothing will be impossible with God '. Luke 1:37 How do you cope with stress? What is your mood like when situations become overwhelming, beyond what you can bear? Do you know about the causes of the many mental health challenges in the world?  Published on 17th November 2021, the  WHO  wrote, 1 in 7(14%) 10-19 year-olds experience