25 SURE SIGNS YOU ARE READY FOR MARRIAGE 📍 Marriage is not for boys and girls. It’s for adults—emotionally, spiritually, mentally, and financially. Many people walk into marriage unprepared and end up walking out confused. So before you say “I do,” here are 25 signs that you are truly ready for a lifelong commitment: 1. 📍You are emotionally stable. You're not ruled by anger, lust, jealousy, or insecurity. You know how to express emotions in healthy ways. 2. 📍You’ve dropped d€structive habits. You no longer struggle with addictions, irresponsibility, or patterns that could damage your future home. 3. 📍You have a strong spiritual foundation. You can hear God's voice, discern His will, and walk in obedience. 4. 📍You are mature in age and mindset. Ladies, you’re at least 23. Men, you’re at least 25. Not just biologically grown but mentally mature. 5. 📍You are financially responsible. You have a job, a business, or steady income that can sustain you and a family. 6. 📍You live independently. As a man, you don’t live off your parents. You pay your own bills and live in your own space. 7. 📍You know how to care for others. As a woman, you can manage yourself and others with joy—not with stress or complaints. 8. 📍You love children. You don’t just tolerate kids; you look forward to nurturing the next generation. 9. 📍You’re domestically skilled. Cooking, cleaning, and organizing are not strange to you—they’re part of your daily life. 10. 📍You can thrive far from your family. You're not emotionally dependent on mummy and daddy to function or make decisions. 11. 📍You take full responsibility for your life. You own your choices and can deal with the consequences maturely. 12. 📍You are not controlled by your parents. You honor them, but your life isn't dictated by their preferences. 13. 📍You don’t yield to peer pressure. You do what's right, even when it's unpopular. 14. 📍You’re $exually disciplined. You can say NO to premarital $ex—not because you’re forced, but because you value purity. 15. 📍You honor authority. Ladies, you're respectful and submissive—not just to a man, but to God and legitimate authority. 16. 📍You respect women. Men, you love your mother, honor your sisters, and treat every woman with dignity. 17.📍 You understand money. You know how to earn, save, invest, and manage finances without being reckless. 18. 📍You are generous and kind. You give with joy—not grudgingly. You're not stingy with your time, love, or money. 19. 📍You are faithful. You're not dating two or three people “just in case.” You're loyal and intentional. 20. 📍You are purpose-driven. You know what God has called you to do, and you’re taking steps daily to get there. 21. 📍You desire to build others. You're not just looking for someone to make you happy—you want to help your spouse fulfill destiny. 22. 📍You have control over your $ex drive. Your body doesn't control you—you control your body. 23. 📍You have healed from past relationships. You’re not bitter, wounded, or suspicious. You’ve forgiven, grown, and moved forward. 24. 📍You’re willing to learn and grow. You’re teachable, open to correction, and you seek wise counsel. 25. 📍You understand that marriage is ministry. You see marriage as a place to serve, grow, and honor God—not just to be loved or have sex. 🔔 Marriage is not an emergency. It’s a journey that requires maturity—physical, emotional, spiritual, financial, and psychological. Don’t rush into it because of pressure, age, or loneliness. Wait until you’re ready. You’ll thank yourself later. 🙏 May God grant you the wisdom to prepare and the grace to build a godly home when the time comes. 🔁 Share this with a single friend who’s serious about preparing for a purposeful marriage

20 days of Building a Network That Works For You Day 1: Relationships Are Currency A friend of mine once called me in tears. She had missed out on her dream role. Not because she lacked skills. She was brilliant and qualified. But when the opportunity came, it went to someone else, someone less qualified but connected. I watched her work hard for years, believing expertise alone was enough. I advised her to start building relationships in her industry, but she didn’t listen. She thought networking was unnecessary. Until reality proved otherwise. Eventually, she came back, ready to learn. She began: ✅ Showing up where industry leaders gathered (online & offline). ✅ Commenting with insight, not just scrolling. ✅ Sharing value and celebrating others publicly. ✅ Staying connected, even when she didn’t need anything. The next opportunity? She didn’t chase it. It found her. Your network is your currency. Skills will qualify you, but relationships will position you. Most people wait until they need opportunities before they start networking. By then, it’s often too late. Build relationships before you need them, so they will be there when you do. Have you ever missed opportunities and seen others get it to simply because they had the right connections? --- I’m Kate Orock, Networking Coach. I help professionals connect, grow, and leverage their network for career success. I’ve also authored Network Like a Pro, your practical, clear guide to building meaningful professional relationships. DM me if you’re ready to start networking intentionally and want a copy of the book. #Networking #CareerGrowth #NetworkLikeAPro #ProfessionalDevelopment #RelationshipsAreCurrency

"Can Money Buy Love?": A wealthy businessman bought his daughter everything she desired, thinking it would bring her joy. But despite the luxuries, she felt empty and unfulfilled. One day, a kind neighbor spent quality time with her, listening and sharing stories. The daughter felt a deep connection and happiness. The businessman realized that love, kindness, and connection, not wealth, brought true fulfillment. He began prioritizing time with his daughter, and their bond grew stronger. This story suggests that while money can provide comfort, it's the relationships and experiences that truly bring love and happiness. JB WORLD

IMPORTANCE OF SAYING SORRY IN A RELATIONSHIP AND MARRIAGE WHEN YOU ARE WRONG Apologizing is an essential part of maintaining a healthy, strong, and resilient relationship or marriage. It serves as a bridge to healing, restoring trust, and building a deeper connection with your partner. Here’s why saying sorry is so important: WHY APOLOGIZE? 🤔 1. Acknowledges hurt or wrongdoing An apology signals that you recognize the pain or harm caused by your actions, showing that you care about how your partner feels. 2. Shows empathy and understanding It reflects an understanding of your partner's perspective and emotions, demonstrating that you value their feelings. 3. Diffuses tension and conflict Apologizing helps to de-escalate difficult situations, calming emotions and clearing the air for healthy communication. 4. Rebuilds trust and credibility A sincere apology demonstrates your willingness to take responsibility for your actions, which helps rebuild lost trust and re-establish credibility in your relationship. 5. Demonstrates accountability and responsibility Apologizing shows you are accountable for your actions, accepting responsibility rather than deflecting blame. 6. Encourages forgiveness and healing Saying sorry opens the door to forgiveness, allowing both partners to move forward and heal together. 7. Strengthens communication and intimacy Apologizing fosters open, honest conversations, deepening emotional intimacy and mutual understanding. 8. Sets a positive example for conflict resolution By apologizing, you teach the importance of humility, reconciliation, and healthy conflict resolution to others, especially children or those observing your relationship. Follow this channel ✅ https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vak8fCV9xVJbSFCiGN1K BENEFITS OF APOLOGIZING 🥰 1. Reduces stress and anxiety Apologies clear the air, easing emotional tension and creating a more peaceful environment. 2. Increases feelings of love and affection A heartfelt apology can rekindle affection, making your partner feel valued and loved, even after a disagreement. 3. Improves communication and understanding Apologizing encourages open dialogue and helps both partners understand each other better, leading to stronger communication. 4. Enhances relationship satisfaction Relationships where apologies are given sincerely are more likely to be fulfilling and positive. 5. Encourages personal growth and self-awareness Apologizing invites self-reflection, allowing both partners to learn from their mistakes and grow individually and together. 6. Fosters a culture of respect and empathy By apologizing, you reinforce a culture where mutual respect and empathy thrive, making the relationship a safe space for both partners. 7. Helps to avoid resentment and anger Avoiding the “silent treatment” or holding grudges, a genuine apology helps to prevent negative emotions from building up over time. 8. Promotes a healthier and happier relationship Relationships that feature regular, honest apologies are healthier and more likely to be enduring because they are rooted in love and respect. HOW TO APOLOGIZE EFFECTIVELY 🙏 4 1. Use the "3 Rs" of apology: Regret, Responsibility, and Remedy Regret the hurt caused, take responsibility for your actions, and suggest a remedy for moving forward. 2. Be sincere and genuine in your apology Authenticity is key. A half-hearted apology can often do more harm than good. 3. Listen actively to your partner's concerns Give your partner space to express their feelings and truly listen without interrupting or defending yourself. 4. Validate your partner's feelings and experiences Acknowledge that your partner's feelings are valid, even if you didn’t intend to hurt them. 5. Offer a specific solution or plan for change Demonstrate your commitment to improving by offering a clear solution or changes you’ll make moving forward. 6. Follow through on your commitments An apology is only meaningful if it’s backed up by action. Ensure that you take steps to avoid repeating the same mistake. 7. Show empathy and understanding Show that you truly understand how your actions have impacted your partner, not just in words but in actions as well. 8. Be patient and open to feedback Healing takes time. Be patient with your partner and open to hearing how they feel, even if it takes time to forgive. TIPS FOR MEN 🤜🤛 1. Swallow your pride and admit fault It takes strength to admit when you’re wrong. Let go of your ego to foster a deeper connection. 2. Use "I" statements to take ownership Phrases like “I am sorry for…” rather than “You made me do…” put the responsibility on you. 3. Avoid making excuses or justifying Resist the urge to explain away the mistake. Just apologize and focus on your partner’s feelings. 4. Show vulnerability and emotional intelligence Being open about your emotions builds trust and shows that you care about your partner's feelings. 5. Be willing to make amends Your partner should feel that your apology is sincere, so be prepared to make real changes if necessary. TIPS FOR WOMEN 👗 1. Communicate clearly and assertively Share your feelings honestly and directly, avoiding passive-aggressive behavior or withholding. 2. Specify what you need from your partner Let your partner know what will help resolve the issue or what you need moving forward. 3. Avoid being critical or judgmental Offer a soft, loving approach when addressing the issue, rather than criticizing or pointing fingers. 4. Show appreciation for your partner's apology When your partner apologizes, acknowledge their effort and express gratitude for their sincerity. 5. Encourage open and honest communication Foster a space where both partners can freely express their feelings without fear of judgment. WHEN TO APOLOGIZE 🤝 1. After a conflict or argument Don’t wait for too long to apologize. Address the issue as soon as possible to prevent lingering resentment. 2. When you've hurt or offended your partner If your words or actions have caused pain, it’s important to recognize that and apologize immediately. 3. When you've made a mistake or error A simple acknowledgment that you were wrong goes a long way in healing wounds. 4. When you've broken a promise or commitment If you’ve failed to keep your word, apologize and demonstrate that you can be trusted moving forward. 5. When you've disregarded your partner's feelings Apologizing when you’ve been insensitive shows respect for your partner's emotional well-being. Saying sorry isn’t just about saying words; it’s about understanding, acknowledging, and healing. By apologizing effectively, you strengthen your relationship, deepen trust, and build a stronger foundation for the future.

I'm STILL healing. Healing from it all. Not only toxic relationships or heartbreaks. I am healing from the mistakes I made in the past. From.. family issues, friendship issues, from failing myself, from disappointments, and from expectations I couldn't reach because I was too focused on the wrong things. Also healing from times l've been betrayed by the people I THOUGHT I could count on & TRUST! My soul is still learning to clap for the pieces of myself that nobody wants to clap for. I am still in the process of figuring things out on my OWN. I am STILL healing silently. I'm more focused than ever & ready to become the BEST version of myself!!

The Marriage Advice . 1. **Choose Love, Always:** Even in moments when you find it hard to like each other, choose to love. Love is a commitment, not just a feeling. 2. **Be Present:** Always answer the phone when your spouse calls. When you're together, try to keep your phone off, giving each other your full attention. 3. **Prioritize Time Together:** Make time with your spouse a top priority. Budget for regular date nights because time is the currency of relationships, and investing in your marriage is key. 4. **Surround Yourself with Support:** Keep company with friends who strengthen your marriage. Distance yourself from those who might tempt you to compromise your character. 5. **Laugh Together:** Make laughter the soundtrack of your marriage. Share joyful moments, and even in tough times, find reasons to laugh together. 6. **Team Up in Arguments:** In every disagreement, remember that you’re on the same team. There’s no winner or loser; you either win together or lose together. Work as partners to find solutions. 7. **Be Each Other’s Strength:** A strong marriage isn’t about both being strong at the same time. It’s about taking turns being strong for each other when one of you feels weak. 8. **Value Intimacy:** Prioritize what happens in the bedroom. While a strong marriage takes more than s=x, it’s nearly impossible to build a strong marriage without it. 9. **Give 100%, Not 50/50:** Marriage isn’t about splitting everything down the middle. Divorce is 50/50; marriage is 100/100, with both partners giving their all. 10. **Give Your Best:** Offer your best self to each other, not just the leftovers after you’ve given your best to everyone else. 11. **Embrace Uniqueness:** Learn from others, but resist comparing your marriage to anyone else’s. Your life is uniquely yours. 12. **Don’t Put Marriage on Hold:** Don’t neglect your marriage while raising your kids, or you might end up with an empty nest and an empty marriage. 13. **Be Transparent:** Never keep secrets from each other. Secrecy is the enemy of intimacy. 14. **Build Trust:** Never lie to each other. Trust is the foundation of a strong marriage, and lies will break it. 15. **Admit Mistakes:** When you’ve made a mistake, admit it and seek forgiveness humbly. Be quick to say, “I was wrong. I’m sorry. Please forgive me.” 16. **Forgive Quickly:** When trust is broken, be quick to forgive. This promotes healing and opens the door for trust to be rebuilt. Say, “I love you. I forgive you. Let’s move forward.” 17. **Practice Patience:** Your spouse is more important than your schedule. Be patient with each other. 18. **Model Love for Your Children:** Live the kind of marriage that inspires your sons to be good husbands and your daughters to be good wives. 19. **Protect Your Spouse:** Never speak badly about your spouse to others or vent about them online. Always protect them, in all places and at all times. 20. **Wear Your Ring:** Your wedding ring is a constant reminder that you’re connected to your spouse and that you’re off-limits to the rest of the world. 21. **Connect to Faith:** Being part of a faith community can make a world of difference in your marriage and family. 22. **Pray Together:** A marriage is stronger with God at its center. Pray together regularly. 23. **Choose Kindness:** If you have to choose between saying nothing or saying something mean to your spouse, choose to say nothing every time. 24. **Stay Committed:** Never consider annulment as an option. A perfect marriage is just two imperfect people who refuse to give up on each other.

ANNOUNCEMENT: 20 Days of Building a Network That Works for You Starting Monday, 14th July, I’m hosting a transformational 20-day series: 20 Days of Building a Network That Works for You ✔️ You can be skilled, certified, and consistent, but without the right network, you will keep missing opportunities meant for you. ✔️ Your network is not just a list of contacts; it is your currency, credibility, and bridge to the rooms you want to enter. If you have: 🔸 Felt invisible despite your competence 🔸 Been unsure how to confidently approach industry leaders 🔸 Hesitated to follow up because you fear being pushy 🔸 Posted consistently online but struggled to build real connections 🔸 Watched others get opportunities you desire This series is for you. What You’ll Learn in These 20 Days: ✅ How to connect without feeling fake or desperate ✅ How to confidently start and sustain conversations at events and online ✅ Giving value before you ask, building credibility naturally ✅ Following up without being pushy ✅ Positioning yourself as a high-value professional in your network ✅ Building relationships with mentors and decision-makers ✅ Using your network to attract opportunities, not just to watch others win ✅ Leveraging content to attract aligned connections ✅ Mastering first impressions ✅ Nurturing your network consistently, even when you don’t “need” it And much more, all practical, actionable, and clear. By the end of these 20 days, you will know how to build a network that doesn’t just exist but works for you. If this post resonates with you, follow me to catch each day of this 20-day teaching series. Follow Ashunchung Kate Orock

"WARNING TO ALL LADIES‼️ Tiwa Savage shares a heartfelt regret about leaving her marriage for someone who promised her "heaven on earth". She advises: "Don't let any man make you leave your marriage or relationship. He might just be worse than your current partner." Tiwa's story is a powerful reminder to appreciate what we have and not take our relationships for granted. #eriboiblog

"WARNING TO ALL LADIES‼️ Tiwa Savage shares a heartfelt regret about leaving her marriage for someone who promised her "heaven on earth". She advises: "Don't let any man make you leave your marriage or relationship. He might just be worse than your current partner." Tiwa's story is a powerful reminder to appreciate what we have and not take our relationships for granted. #eriboiblog

A cheating husband wanted to find out if his wife knew about his unfaithfulness to her. One night he asked her “Darling, can a woman know if her husband is cheating on her?” She replied “Yes of course” Surprised and with his heart fast beating in a most uncomfortable way he asked “But how will she know?” “Well” said his wife “There are many ways.... If she keep finding hotel receipts in his pocket each time she take his clothes to the laundry and lipstick mark on his shirt, if he keep coming home late nights” etc He breathed a sigh of relief because none of this applied to him. The following morning, he was ready to go to work but couldn't find his car key where he normally kept it, “Honey, did you please see my car key?” “Yes” replied his wife “Junior was playing with it so I kept it in the drawer” he went to the drawer, open it and found the car key but something else were there too, many hotel receipts, same hotel he normally take his women to, he couldn't believe it, “My wife has found all these hotel receipts in my pockets, how on earth have I been careless with this receipts? I can't believe she knew about my unfaithfulness to her yet kept quiet, my God I am done”. Hurriedly and shamefully without saying 'Bye' to his wife he left the house. At the office he couldn't concentrate on his work, “I have been fooling around thinking my wife never knew about my relationships with other women”. He decided to text his wife and apologize but just then his phone rang, his wife was calling, as he picked up the phone, the worst happened. END OF PART 1 Sadly there's no part 2 and nothing happened, I was just bored and decided to write this🥹🏃🏃

TALK FOR THE TODAY (Please Read &Share) 8+8+8 RULES TO BALANCE LIFE The 8+8+8 rule offers a balanced approach to managing daily life. By allocating time into three 8-hour blocks, individuals can prioritize: 1. Work (8 hours): Focus on professional or personal projects, ensuring productivity and career growth. 2. Good Sleep (8 hours): Prioritize rest and rejuvenation for physical and mental health. 3. Personal Time (8 hours): Divide this into three aspects: - 3F - Family, Friends, and Faith: Strengthen relationships, nurture connections, and explore spirituality. - 3H - Health, Hygiene, and Hobbies: Maintain physical well-being, practice self-care, and enjoy personal interests. - 3S - Soul, Service, and Smile: Cultivate inner peace, engage in community service, and spread positivity. This framework encourages: - Balance: Allocate time effectively across different areas of life. - Self-care: Prioritize physical, emotional, and mental well-being. - Relationships: Nurture connections with loved ones and build meaningful relationships. - Personal growth: Pursue hobbies, interests, and spiritual growth. By embracing the 8+8+8 rule, individuals can create a more balanced, fulfilling, and purposeful life.

Strife is a divisive agent which causes confusion, destroy unity, and create hostility in human relationships.