Steem4nigeria Accelerator Contest Week 130: In the Midst of Crisis!

What does the phrase “In the midst of crisis” mean to you? Share your understanding in your own words.

To my understanding, "In the midst of crisis" means a moment when a person is facing a difficult situation, serious life challenges that cause confusion, uncertainty, or stress.

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Also, it is the stage of life where things seem overwhelming and decisions must be made very fast to overcome such challenges. Also, I see the moment as the moment that reveals a person's strength, patience, and ability for the person to think very well.

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When in the midst of a crisis, what do you usually do, like the first thing you do? How do you handle it? (It can be personal, academic, financial, or emotional.)

Whenever I find myself in the throes of a crisis, the first thing that I do is stay calm instead of panicking in other non-complicated issues. After staying calm for a while, I then try to analyse the situation and identify a way that I can solve my problem.

For example, my personal and financial crises usually start with me prioritising the most important needs before seeking advice from people who can support me. If it's an academic crisis, I do focus on finding resources, studying harder, or asking my lecturer or friends for guidance.

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Do you believe crises make people stronger or weaker? Explain your view.

Yes, I believe that crises can make people stronger which is based on how they respond to their crises. When I am faced with a difficult situation, I am mostly pushed beyond my comfort zone, and I am usually forced to develop resilience, patience, and problem-solving skills.

The moment I finally overcome my crisis I do gain confidence and experience that help me to face future life challenges.

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What lesson(s) did you learn from that experience, and how has it shaped you today?

The important lesson that I have so far learned from difficult situations is that patience and clear thinking are very important during difficult times.

Also, I have learned that it is nice for me to ask for help and that no one should try to carry the burden of another person. Finally, I have learnt that cicatrices are temporary and not something permanent.