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Theme: Coping with Aging Identity (Subjective Aging) (Part5) Anchor Text: Psalms 90:12 New Living Translation Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom. So far we've looked at the factors responsible for subjective aging. However I must comment that the factors discussed so far aren't exhaustive rather they are the major ones. Considering how vast the subject itself is I decided to focus on the key factors that are common occurrence for most people. Now that we've done a diagnosis of what the problem is, we'll begin with the treatment. Which is the main reason for this series. Before we begin that, let me critically state that addressing and bringing solution to these issues can't be done simply by man's ways. Rather God's Way can bring about healing completely. Without Him one cannot completely deal with this relatively unknown issue which is affecting a lot of people. Therefore I'm using this medium to invite yo...

Theme: Coping with Aging Identity (Subjective Aging) (Part 4) Anchor Text: Psalms 90:12 New Living Translation Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom. The fourth factor that brings about a change in age identity is "One's Health and General Well-being". It's been discovered that a person who suffers from a certain health challenge can lose a grip on the whole essence of life and slip into a mental indifference which in turn alters such an individual's age identity. The mental outlook of a person is also important. Those who practise positive thoughts rather than negative thoughts  tend to feel good and young about themselves. Being able to control negative thoughts and emotions makes one feel younger. The fifth factor which might seem strange is 'Physical inactivity'. Those who were physically active had more likelihood to appreciate life and had a zest for life than those who lived sedentary lives. Those wh...

Theme: Coping with Aging Identity (Subjective Aging) (Part 3) Anchor Text: Psalms 90:12 New Living Translation Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom. Another factor responsible for subjective aging is what is called 'Off-Time Events'. Off-Time Events refer to certain happenings that occurs too early or too late. Sometimes these are usually associated with Role Transition as they work hand in hand. Off-Time Events include early marriage, having kids before marriage, losing a child quite early, late admissions into tertiary institutions, late marriage, early job promotions, early financial breakthrough etc. Basically when things happen at the wrong time, it tends to have a negative effect on that particular individual. The third factor that leads to a change in age identity is 'Stress and Adversity'. The challenges we go through and the problems of life can change how old we feel about ourselves. Financial challenges, family...

Theme: Coping with Aging Identity (Subjective Aging) (Part 2) Anchor Text: Psalms 90:12 New Living Translation Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom. Age identity is a serious issue because how old a person feels reflects on his outlook concerning Life. It affects performance level and a person who feels older might have a rigid outlook to life. Also what goes on internally tends to reflect outwardly. What I mean is when a person constantly feels older than he actually is, his mind begins to believe that he truly is older and his body begins to manifest such older traits. This is why you come across certain people and they look way older than they actually are. When this change in age identity occurs, it is regarded as subjective aging. Subjective aging is a dynamic process that is influenced by a person's chronological (actual) age as well as their life conditions and experiences. A change in age identity does not occur in isolation. It ...

Theme: Coping with Aging Identity Anchor Text: Psalms 90:12 New Living Translation Teach us to realize the brevity of life, so that we may grow in wisdom. Permit me to share a personal story first. Growing up I found myself always among those who were older than I was. Right from when I was in primary School, down to my secondary school days. Even in the seminary I found myself in the same situation and even till date I still work with those that are older. My best friends and close associates have always been older than myself. Apparently this caused me to act more maturedly than my age due to those I surrounded myself with. Now this in itself can be a bit of a problem if not handled properly. In most cases anyone in such situation has the tendency to be young in age but actually old at heart. This could lead to all sorts of depression, anxiety and pressure to meet up with a particular standard whereas one is not yet ready for such. Age identity is a term in psychology th...

Good morning. I found it imperative to say something based on the issue of forgiveness which I shared yesterday. I had it in mind to do so this morning. However I found something on Instagram which correlates with what I would have said and I feel it's best if I shared that instead.  So I'll just share screenshots of what Pastor Poju Oyemade shared on Instagram. (You can follow him on IG @pastopoju) Check them out below: Stay Graced... P.S: Next week Monday I'll share with us something that a lot of us face that we don't really consider to be important: Moreso, it is very common among young adults. If you've ever felt old despite  having a younger chronological age; you'll want to watch out for this. Feel free to also share with friends as well. P.S 2: One more thing; remember that God loves you beyond your wildest imagination. He's rooting for you daily to overcome and you truly will overcome. #SpiritBreakfast™️ #FruitfulFriday...

Theme: Love's Template (part 4) Anchor Text: 1 John 4:11 Beloved, if God so loved us, we ought also to love one another. Sub Theme: God Forgave Reference Text: Ephesians 4:32 And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you. Forgiveness is a fundamental aspect of love. There are no offences where love exist. 1 Peter 4:8 says: Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins. A man who has the love of Christ inside of him as all believers should because the love of God has been shed abroad in our hearts (Romans 5:5) will always forgive. Therefore if the same love is in our heart, we should also exhibit and practice love the way God did. Our response to any kind of offence should be forgiveness irrespective of what it is. Yes we know it's difficult but it's something we don't do by ourselves but through the Grace of our Lord Jesus.  ...