Stop Asking These Questions as a Youth — By Okafor Solomon Chika
Youth is a period of growth and learning, but some questions keep you stuck in a mindset of dependence and delay. Here are six questions you should stop asking to start moving forward.
1. "When will I get lucky?"
Luck alone does not change your situation. Focus on building skills, creating opportunities, and taking action.
2. "Why me?"
Blaming circumstances or fate wastes energy. Focus on what you can control and improve your life step by step.
3. "Who will help me?"
Relying on others for success often delays progress. Learn to be resourceful and solve problems independently.
4. "Can I really do it?"
Self-doubt stops you before you start. Believe in your ability to learn, adapt, and take consistent action.
5. "What if I fail?"
Failure is feedback, not defeat. Stop fearing mistakes and start learning from them immediately.
6. "Why is life so unfair?"
Life has challenges for everyone. Complaining wastes time that could be spent solving problems and growing.