Legacy

My Dad, often declares that he wishes that his children reach where he can't reach in his lifetime. That his children be better than Him in all spheres of life. I like to think this is every parent's wish.

During the past few weeks, I have had several conversations about slavery and black oppression. A valuable lesson that has been reiterated through these conversations is that the African ancestors went through hell on earth but they fought and died for a better life for their descendants. This fact is why I sometimes state that my ancestors did not go through oppression for me to live a mediocre life.

I do know that not all my readers have melanated ancestors but we are human beings and we were brought up by human beings who struggled to provide for us a better life. These days most of us millennials seem to either forget or ignore that the privileges we currently enjoy were gained through sweat and blood- our parents worked hard to give us a good life. We should acknowledge and appreciate that ever so often. Now, I am not saying that you should live your life for them because you are your own person. What I am saying, is this DON'T LIVE A MEDIOCRE LIFE! DON'T SETTLE!

Go and be better, reach where your parents weren't able to reach.

>>With everything you do, whether it be schooling, work, business or creating do it to the best of your abilities.

>>Explore activities that interest you, try new things: if you succeed then great, if not then at least you have accumulated knowledge about them, you can be better next time.

>>Open your mind and conjure genius ideas, make a plan and execute bit by bit. acquire new skills through sources like Youtube and books.

>>Just don't let life pass you bye.

>>Live a life that you would be proud of even if you die tomorrow.

>>Consciously curate for yourself your best life.

PS: Ask your parents or guardians about their younger life- their schooling, community & culture. You will be sure to get insight and motivation.