By Enigheni Iwori
It is December! That time of the year when you are juggling different events, planning your Christmas trip to the village while still hustling for end of the year rice and groundnut oil. But to avoid getting burnt out, which is synonymous with the season, here are five tips to help.
· Stay hydrated: It is easy to forget water because there is a free flow of cocktails, wines, spirits – all kinds of drinks. Therefore, you must be intentional about drinking water. Your body will thank you.
· Have different forms of payment: A lot of transactions are going on and payment platforms will be down more than usual. Therefore, you need to arm yourself with credit/debit cards, cash and more than one bank app for transfers to avoid been stranded.
· Prioritize saying no: Let us be honest. You cannot attend your sister’s baby shower, a food and drinks festival, an art gallery opening and your friend’s end of the year pop up sales all in one day. You need to prioritize your time and allow your body to rest.
· Inform others: As you party, vibe and celebrate, you also need to be safety conscious. Ensure that at least a family member or close friend knows where you are per time. You can use apps like WhatsApp to share your live location.
· Eat before stepping out: No matter how much you are in a hurry to step out, have something to eat. You might have a long day, and you do not want hunger affecting your cognitive ability.
MOVIES OF THE WEEK
· Miles Away From Home (YouTube): A young man’s quest to conquer poverty causes him to migrate in search of greener pastures where he crosses paths with a young woman who is in search of a sense of belonging. The movie explores themes of struggle, survival and self-discovery.
· Laraba and Balarabe (YouTube): A short film that follows two individuals as they confront the fragility of love, loneliness and emotional survival within a modern relationship.
See you next week.
Enigheni can be reached via email: ienigheni@gmail.com
