Tọlá Belva
Writer, poet, and a butterfly in her 𝘴𝘰𝘧𝘵 era.
Category: Notes
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Comparison is a natural part of human nature. We look at the world around us, observe others, and inevitably measure ourselves against them. In the age of social media, where the highlight reels of people’s lives are constantly on display, this tendency can easily spiral into a cycle of envy and self-doubt. But what if…
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There are moments in life when doubt creeps in and makes you question your worth. In those times, it’s easy to forget one fundamental truth: you are extraordinary, not by accident but by design. Like a masterpiece, your value isn’t determined by perfection but by the richness of your story. The trials you’ve faced, the…
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The world often glorifies the extraordinary—filled with stories of grand achievements, viral moments, and lives that seem larger than life. These narratives dominate our screens and conversations, leaving many of us wondering if our quieter, simpler lives are somehow less valuable. But the truth is, the beauty of life often lies not in the extraordinary…
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In the quiet of my soul, a gentle truth whispers: I am God’s sweetheart. This simple yet profound statement is an anchor in a world that often tries to redefine who I am. To be God’s sweetheart means being cherished, loved beyond comprehension, and held in the tender hands of a Creator who shaped me…
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Life has a way of leaving marks on us—wounds from heartbreak, failure, or loss that can make us feel broken or unworthy. Yet, one of life’s sweetest gifts is finding someone who sees past the cracks and messiness to the beauty hidden underneath. Someone who doesn’t turn away from our flaws but leans in, uncovering…
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Recently, I had a conversation with a friend—someone who has always believed in me, even when I doubted myself. She’s the one who encouraged me to keep writing, long before I found the courage to share my words or create my website to let anyone outside my own thoughts hear what I had to say.…
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There are times when life feels still, like the calm before the storm. And then there are seasons like this—a season that roars with opportunity and pulses with promises. We are in a season of transformation, a golden time where everything we touch turns to gold, where our ideas take root and flourish, and where…
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Every day presents countless opportunities to make choices that seem insignificant but hold the power to shape our character. Discipline isn’t about grand gestures or sweeping resolutions; it’s about the quiet, consistent actions that define who we are. Take something as simple as choosing to place a shopping cart back in its designated return area.…
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Sophia sat quietly in her dorm room at Westwood University, staring at the walls as memories of the past year flooded her mind. She used to be the girl with a contagious laugh, a dreamer who could light up any room she entered. She aspired to become a psychologist, helping others how she’d always hoped…
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Some relationships, like seasons, come to an end—and that’s okay. There are people I once held close, whose presence I cherished, but our paths have naturally diverged. The connection we shared, though meaningful, has shifted into a memory. This realization isn’t born of bitterness but from understanding that not all relationships are meant to last.…