Why I Write What I Write!

Because love compels. Penning down my thoughts amidst the vacuum of life when inspiration strikes is intriguing. 

When my mouth loses confidence, writing has the fortitude to bring forth what's within. Though a novice, without embracing writing, I would be paralyzed in many ways. I find confidence in the words of Octavia E. Butler, who said, "You don't start out writing good stuff. You start out writing crap and thinking it's good stuff, and then gradually you get better at it. That's why I say one of the most valuable traits is persistence." Indeed, I have not attained my intended goals, and yet, persistence is what kept me going.

I WRITE, 

Not to receive the applause of man, but for love and enjoyment. 

To ponder how the mind works and how God allows us to think differently.  

To wonder at the beauty of perspectives and marvel at how God made our minds and thoughts to be creative. 

To be amazed that words have the power to change and uplift lowly souls. 

To give fortitude that you can rise above your comfort zone and move beyond. 

To make someone feel they belong, because of the similar disposition of judgment and discretion. 

To provide affirmation and support that we stand for the same cause. 

To demonstrate that writing is not simply the placement of words; it is time and hard work. 

To showcase the value of written books and to provide credentials to education. 

To respect what it feels like to be a teacher of oneself. 

To examine what it feels like to ponder. 

To realize that there is so much to explore. 

To be enthralled by the avalanche of information.

_Vizo Seyie 

The Metamorphism of Becoming a Real Student

Introducing oneself and getting to know others are a trend, but give it some time, you might not even bother to know who lives next door. 

🔍 Truth: Social enthusiasm tends to fade with time. Know that sustaining relationships takes intention, not just initial excitement.

Calling "brother" or "sir," "sister" or "ma’am" becomes a mental puzzle. The confusion of whether someone is a student or a teacher plays trick on your mind. Your only safety lies in your humble "good morning" and "good evening" without their designations.

🔍 Truth: Courtesy is a universal language—even when identity is unclear, kindness still communicates clearly.

Speaking in English feels refreshing when the institution is fresh for your legs to step on for the first couple of weeks. In fact, it sounds even better when it comes with all kinds of mysterious accents.

🔍 Truth: Enthusiasm in using a new language fades over time. What's important is authentic communication rather than polished form. Accents may vary, but what matters is making connections.

Reading books is your daily bread and discipline is very close to your nose. But as experience falls in and you begin to mature, these habits slowly drift to the background; you don’t really notice them and strangely you don't miss them either.

🔍 Truth: Early discipline often weakens without conscious effort.

Oddly enough, the Bible often seems more alive when you're outside the seminary than within. And let’s admit it—saying “AMEN!” comes with the most passion when someone prays the shortest prayer before food.

No wonder—both AMEN and FOOD have just four letters. They must be meant to go together.

🔍 Truth: Our loudest AMENS sometimes come from hunger, not holiness.

Perhaps, All these experiences can be called, "the metamorphism of becoming a real student." 

🔍 Truth: Change is inevitable—but how we change matters.

📘 Lesson: Maturity isn’t just about adapting; it's about reflecting, recalibrating, and returning to what matters.

_Vizo Seyie (25th October, 2023)

_Revised on (12th July, 2025)