Blessing Dickson

Don’t speak negatively about permanent people to temporary ones just because you need a favor.

The fastest way to lose confidence is breaking small promises to yourself. Do what you said you would do. Always.

something about meryl streep peaking as a box office megastar at the age of 76 in this ageist, misogynistic world fills me with such a hope for a good future

"Abeg" and "please" aren't the same.

50 cents is about 600 Naira, have any idea how crazy that is?

You don’t really know someone until you see how they behave when they have power over you. That version is the real one.

I know this sounds crazy, but if we ever create a global day to celebrate ChatGPT, just know I’ve already signed myself up as the local volunteer. I’d celebrate it like it’s Christmas.

But why life go even give person lemons?

The first thing you should know about me is that I'm not you. A lot more will make sense after that.

@lisa__justice You're spot on.

@BlessinDickson I think it’s the inherent belief in a child that’s formative- outside of “talent” per se. It gives them the confidence to pursue things with courage. So “stars” may be people raised in environments where belief, freedom, and the absence of judgment made bold pursuit feel natural.

Sometimes, I wonder if parents can tell when they’ve given birth to a star. For example, did Rihanna’s mother know she had brought a star into the world, or did she simply believe she had given birth to a child like any other?

The irony of PhDs. You spent four years to prepare for a 15 minutes viva presentation followed by another 3 plus hours of grilling. You may not find words to explain that journey when it ends. Best wishes to those intending to start, to those on it, to those who are about to finish and those who have just finished. ✅

It's hard to stay humble when you're one of the only five or six people on the planet who know how to use a semicolon.

Scholarships aren’t meant for poor or rich people
They are meant for those who are prepared, intentional, and able to demonstrate why they deserve the opportunity (meritocracy)

“if you’re brave enough to say goodbye, life will reward you with a new hello.” — Paulo Coelho

there are beautiful horny women being forced into celibacy due to the utter lack of worthy people in existence

One thing I learned long ago, PLAN YOUR OWN BIRTHDAY! Even if it’s just you celebrating alone. Don’t let nobody stop your shine on your day!!

As long as you're breathing, never hesitate to cut off an arm to save the whole body.