The first and the 15th is a biweekly newsletter (seriously, you only receive it on the first and the 15th of each month) where I share my worldview as a human writer in a world where writing is increasingly being underappreciated.
I explore the concept of using writing, reading, and books as a way to share ideas and start meaningful conversations. And just for the fun of it, I may include a book recommendation so you can add it to the growing stack of books you buy but never actually read. Yes, you.
But this letter isn’t about Pratt; it’s about the lives he destroyed and those still being marginalized by individuals and governments with similar beliefs. It’s a reminder that more than a century later, yes, especially now, we must be mindful of how our words and actions impact the lives of those around us.
Read MoreThe secret of life is knowing when to leave.
Read MoreAs I restart my journey around the sun, I’m grateful that, despite everything going on around the world, I’m still here, and you’re still here.
Read MoreI’m learning to finish things, more often and better than I start them, which means being more thoughtful about next steps.
Read MoreHappy (belated?) International Women’s Day.
Read MoreIt’s so easy to lend our ears to information, news, and opinions that don’t count for much.
Read MoreThere’s an old English proverb that captures this much better than I can. It goes: a change is as good as a rest.
Read MoreI wrote this letter to be as vague as possible because I want it to be open to interpretation. So, fill the blanks where you see fit — but know that if you’re here right now, you have a chance to embrace life, show love, create new habits and be better at it tomorrow.
Read MoreIn a world that feeds off reactions and snapshots, we need more room for facts, consideration, and introspection. And that starts with you and me. Make room
Read MoreShe peered through a window, probably to see what was causing all the raucous, and said, ‘Hey!’
Read MoreAs we move on from 2020, remember all that you’ve learnt from this year. Stick to your new commitments. Disregard old and selfish ways of thinking. Continue to act from a place of love and cherish fellow human beings’ lives.
Read MoreI almost do not recognize myself from a year ago.
Read MoreI’m not suggesting that work is more important than life. Instead, I’m imploring you to accept the reality that they both affect each other, and as such, you should work hard on both while you can—and let them fuel each other.
Read MoreIf, after 10 months of 2020, we know that pleasure and honour can be interchangeable, I encourage you to commit to finding pleasure in honourable things.
Read MoreIn the past three years, Nigerian youths have made attempts to protest and campaign against this police unit. They have called on the Nigerian government to save lives by disbanding SARS.
Read MoreWhen I think about my life since I shared that Instagram post—and in the context of its caption—what comes to mind are the lessons that I learnt and moments that I persisted:
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