I put pen to paper to convey a heartfelt message, at the same time, colossal and enlightening insight to great minds. I hope this piece enlightens you.

Caleb, Jide, and I were close friends during our tertiary education. We shared a strong bond as best friends.

Caleb had a keen interest in reading various genres of books. Notably, he had a strong passion for studying, whereas Jide and I had an aversion to studying, especially when examinations were not imminent.

I was inclined to study only a few days prior to examinations, and Jide followed a similar pattern.

Instead of utilizing our study time effectively, we would often scroll through social media or engage in leisure activities, unlike Caleb, who was deeply invested in his academic pursuits.

Studying was indeed his favorite hobby during our tertiary education.

He would consistently encourage us to be diligent in our studies, but we never heeded his advice.

Despite our lack of attention to his counsel, Caleb persisted in advising us to focus on our academic goals, undeterred by our reluctance to take his advice seriously.

I vividly recall instances where Jide and I skipped classes to attend social gatherings.

Upon gaining admission to the institution, we felt a sense of liberation, perceiving it as an opportunity to live life on our own terms, away from our parental homes.

We believed we had attained the freedom to make our own choices, particularly in regards to skipping classes for social events.

Unfortunately, our lack of dedication to our studies nearly resulted in us failing several courses.

Although neither Jide nor I had to repeat any courses, our Cumulative Grade Point Averages (CGPAs) are not reflective of academic excellence.

Our CGPAs serve as a testament to our lack of seriousness towards our academic endeavors, whereas Caleb's academic record is a stark contrast, demonstrating his commitment and focus on his studies.

He graduated at the top of our class with a first-class honors degree and currently holds a prestigious position in a renowned company.

Therefore, I would like to impart some advice to students in various academic fields.

Be diligent in your studies and approach them with the requisite seriousness.

Avoid skipping classes for non-academic purposes, as it can have detrimental consequences on your academic performance.

I share this advice with a sense of regret, as I wish I had been more focused on my education during my tertiary school days.

Had I been more dedicated to my studies, I would have achieved greater academic success and set a positive example for others.

Hence, I urge you to maintain your focus on your academic pursuits.

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I’m Monday K. Oke #md_inks - the light of the world, who makes the composition and concoction of simple words to lighten lives. I put pen to paper to convey a heartfelt message, at the same time, colossal and enlightening insight to great minds.

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