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FRIENDSHIP: A RIDE TO GLORY OR DEFEAT

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    Friendship is a vital aspect of human life. It is essential for individuals to have connections with others in order to thrive. This necessity leads to the importance of effective communication in fostering and maintaining relationships.  Friendship most times brings a lot of benefits like companionship, connections, emotional support. Throughout history and all around the world, there have been countless opportunities where people have used the power of friendship to elevate their position in life, secure employment opportunities, achieve success, preserve through challenging and distressing times and also to cultivate a sense of unity and significance in the society. Though there are a lot benefits of friendship, they also tend to bring negative impact to our life. Just as friendship can uplift us, they can cause our downfall. There have been instances where individuals have experienced betrayal from friends, been influenced negatively, cause hindrance ...

An OAU Student's Guide to Managing Stress.

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It's that time of the semester again, and the overwhelming classes, fellowship meetings, and various activities might make you crave a break—all because of one word: STRESS. Stress is nearly inevitable for every OAU student; even walking from one class to another can be draining. That's why we've compiled a short guide to help you manage stress effectively. ### Healthy Living Eating fruits, vegetables, and nourishing meals should not be underestimated. Regular exercise and maintaining overall well-being are crucial for OAU students. Falling sick during tests and exams due to poor stress management is something you want to avoid. ### Good Time Management OAU students have a lot on their plate unless you're the rare student who skips classes or doesn't take assignments seriously. Plan your day before stepping into a new one. Set specific times for each task, and using a planner with alarms can be helpful. ### Journal keeping  Taking...

5 Health benefits of drinking plenty of water.

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Health is wealth as many would say. Nothing can be equated to being healthy in life. Being healthy means that you're enjoying the health and vigor of the body, mind, and spirit. It is a state of perfection where you're free from physical or psychological disease, illness, or malfunction wellness.  Many believe that being healthy is just about the intake of a balanced diet, fresh fruits, and exercise.  However, do you know that excess intake of water is another thing you can do for your overall health to make you more healthy?  Like the popular saying, "water is life", excess intake of water can also affect you physically, emotionally, psychologically, and in general well-being. According to research, the human body comprises around 60% water. It’s commonly recommended that you drink at least 1½ liters of water per day it's good to start your day with a glass of water. When you're consistent in doing this, you'll be healthier than those who focu...