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The Untapped Power of Play

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An article written by Lesley Chimezie Nwankwo  We live in a time where everything and everyone is moving at lightening speed and everything is far becoming digitised . In our hectic, modern lives, many of us focus so heavily on work and family commitments that we never seem to have time for fun or play. We get so encumbered with responsibilities that the concept of play gets easily overlooked or dismissed as an exclusive reserve for children. However, the power of play transcends childhood games. In fact they hold immense potentials that could enrich our lives even as adults. Good old organic play has the power to positively impact various facets of our lives. Including our physical health, mental well-being, intellectual acuity and emotional development. Ø   The Science of Play Scientifically, researches have shown that playful behaviours have positive effects on the brain. It enhances cognitive abilities. According to a research done using animals, (Barros et Al 201...

MUST WE ALL BE LEADERS?

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Being an article by Lesley Chimezie Nwankwo . Overtime we have had our minds conditioned to believe that we are all supposed to be leaders. We attend “Leadership Summits” and Trainings so often, where we are taught how to be leaders. We are taught characteristics that make people leaders and made to believe that only people who become leaders get ahead in life. As a result, we tend to look down on certain people whom we believe do not exhibit these characteristics. However, one truth we all must embrace sooner rather than later is that WE CANNOT ALL BE LEADERS. But it does not mean that we cannot make meaningful impact or indeed be successful. We can all be committed followers, doggedly sold out on the dreams and willing to do what it takes to actualise the visions of our leaders. Like in every system: a car, a machine, a beehive, the human body or a wolf pack, every member or component has a role to play for the overall success of the system Not every wolf gets to be alpha. Not every ...