Published inNguvu Life·Jul 28“Your state of mind can impact your work and ultimately your productivity” — People Leader, BambooAccording to the World Health Organization, when workers find themselves unable to stay productive due to mental health issues like depression and anxiety, it ends up costing the global economy about $1 trillion each year. However, it seems that many employers still fail to understand that mental wellness directly impacts…Work Life Balance7 min readWork Life Balance7 min read
Published inNguvu Life·Updated Jul 14“Working on a weekend is not a flex” — Talent Management Lead, Big Cabal Media.Speaking up about mental health struggles can be a lot more difficult in the work setting. From the fear of stigma, to being tagged lazy or being replaced, many people keep mute and show up to work in spite of their struggles. This could prove a big problem for both…Productivity7 min readProductivity7 min read
Published inNguvu Life·Jun 9“I Know I am Loved Regardless of my Weaknesses” — ADHD Advocate, OmogebisiMostly characterized by hyperactivity and difficulty staying focused, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) doesn’t just affect kids. Its effects can also be seen in the lives of adults, affecting their productivity and relationships, as ADHD advocate, Adebisi Ogunsanya (also known as Omogebisi), shares with us in this interview. You’re an…Adhd8 min readAdhd8 min read
Published inNguvu Life·May 26“It’s like I’m no longer confident in myself” — Financial Anxiety vs Peculiar FamobuwaBills, bills and more bills to pay. The thought of checking your account balance sends shivers down your spine. It’s normal to be a little worried about your finances every now and then. But what happens when that worry becomes a problem that affects your relationships? We asked young photo…Financial Anxiety4 min readFinancial Anxiety4 min read
Published inNguvu Life·May 25“I’m constantly worried about going broke”: Living with Financial Anxiety“And don’t come back until it’s complete!” Those were the Bursar’s last words to me as she asked Mr Silas, the school security man, to walk me out. Three times that week, I’d successfully managed to sneak into the school without bringing the “balance” of my school fees. …Anxiety Disorder3 min readAnxiety Disorder3 min read
Published inNguvu Life·May 20“Don’t see the end from the beginning” — Samson Adeyemi on Overcoming Relationship Anxiety.Insecurity. Fear of betrayal. The fear of not being good enough. Different people experience relationship anxiety differently and may find it difficult to have a love life because they end up always expecting the worst to happen. …Relationship Anxiety5 min readRelationship Anxiety5 min read
Published inNguvu Life·May 17‘Idan’ did it — A tale of Relationship Anxiety“It’s not you. It’s me.” Ahhh. The famous breakup line. I’d heard it quite a few times before I officially became an “Idan” (or what you’d call a bad boy in Nigerian slang).Relationship Anxiety4 min readRelationship Anxiety4 min read
Published inNguvu Life·May 12“Not trusting doctors is one of the hardest parts for me” — Woman Living with Health AnxietyIt’s normal to want to steer clear of things that might be harmful to our health. For some people though, this carefulness turns into anxiety and eventually begins to take over their lives. …Health Anxiety3 min readHealth Anxiety3 min read
Published inNguvu Life·May 10Are you just shy? Or you have Social Anxiety Disorder like me?I was young — around 6 or 7 years old — the first time I attempted to call her. She’d written down a phone number for me and it was my time to shine. But somehow, even with all that excitement building up within me, I waited till the weekend. …Anxiety4 min readAnxiety4 min read
Published inNguvu Life·May 55 Nigerians Share Their Experience with Toxic WorkplacesWork can be tedious enough all on its own. But working in a toxic environment can have a lot of unforeseen effects on one’s mental health. We talked to five young Nigerians who described how toxic workplaces have affected them and their attitude to work. Tunde First off, I think what…Work Anxiety7 min readWork Anxiety7 min read
