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in #steem4nigeria8 days ago (edited)

Hello Steemians,

It truly feels good to write here again.

“Life does not always move in straight lines.” This was a statement someone said to me a few years ago when he asked if I could survive for six months if something happened that forced me to stop working. He explained that there are moments when plans change, opportunities disappear, and we are forced to pause and rebuild. My response then was that I wasn’t sure I would be able to cope for six months.

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For me, that moment, when plans changed, opportunities disappeared, and I was forced to pause and rebuild, came last December when I lost my job. It was a challenging period that required reflection, patience, and strength. During that time, my thoughts were filled with questions: Where am I starting from? Am I going back to my past? Will I now start begging just to survive? These and many other questions weighed heavily on my mind.

As the new year began, I made a firm resolution: I would return to Steemit fully, intentionally, and with a renewed sense of purpose, and I would take content creation seriously. I planned to use the little cash I had to get some of the essential tools I would need for Steemit and other platforms. I reached out to @okere-blessing for guidance, and one piece of advice stood out clearly: “Write a proper welcome-back post.” That advice made sense because this is not just a return; it is a new beginning.


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So today, I officially say it with confidence: I am back.

A NEW APPROACH, A STRONGER FOCUS

This time, I am not here casually. I am here with seriousness, structure, and long-term commitment. My goal is not just to post, but to succeed, to be consistent, valuable, and authentic.

From now on, my content will reflect who I am and where I come from:
1. Daily life and real experiences (my social media experiences will not be left out)
2. Agriculture-focused content, because my environment and passion are deeply rooted in farming and rural living
3 Personal development, lessons, and growth; I will focus more on learning this year by reading books on content creation and enrolling in courses that will support my growth
4. Occasional stories that may not be regular, but will always be honest and meaningful

My username is closely tied to agriculture, and I want my content to truly represent that identity truly. I live in an agriculture-based environment, and I strongly believe that documenting our realities, our struggles, small wins, and progress can inspire others and add real value to this community.

MY COMMITMENT: WHAT I HAVE INVESTED IN TO STAY CONSISTENT

One important lesson I have learned is that consistency requires more than motivation; it requires preparation and sacrifice. To ensure that I remain active and productive on Steemit, I invested in essential tools that will support my work here, my research project, and my creative activities.

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Below are the items I got and their STEEM equivalents, based on the current price of 1 STEEM = $0.07 and an exchange rate of ₦1,600 = $1:

1. Universal MiFi – ₦25,000

₦25,000 ÷ 1,600 = $15.63
$15.63 ÷ 0.07 ≈ 223 STEEM

2. MTN MiFi – ₦18,000

₦18,000 ÷ 1,600 = $11.25
$11.25 ÷ 0.07 ≈ 161 STEEM

3. UK-used Samsung Laptop – ₦85,000

(For Steemit, my research project, and TikTok Live Studio)
₦85,000 ÷ 1,600 = $53.13
$53.13 ÷ 0.07 ≈ 759 STEEM

Total Investment in My Steemit Comeback
— Total in Naira: ₦128,000
— ₦128,000 ÷ 1,600 = $80
— $80 ÷ 0.07 ≈ 1,143 STEEM

This means my decision to return seriously to Steemit represents an investment of approximately 1,143 STEEM in tools alone. These are not just gadgets; they are symbols of my commitment to show up, create consistently, and grow with this platform.

A 5-MONTH COMMITMENT: NO WITHDRAWAL

To further prove how serious I am about this journey, I have made a personal decision:

For the next five (5) months, I will not withdraw any STEEM that I earn. Every STEEM and STEEM DOLLAR I receive during this period will remain in my wallet and be fully powered up. This is my way of staying disciplined, focused, and committed to growth rather than short-term gains. I want to build, not rush. I want to grow steadily, not temporarily.

This is not just about earnings; it is about character, consistency, and long-term vision.

MY PURPOSE ON STEEMIT

My goal here is simple but powerful: to grow and also help others grow. I want to share my journey in agriculture, rural life, education, self-development, and other personal achievements. I believe that even the most ordinary daily activities can become meaningful when they are documented honestly and shared with the right community.

I also see Steemit as a place to learn from feedback, from other creators, and from my own mistakes. I am not here just to post and disappear; I am here to build, improve, and become better with every contribution.

A CALL FOR SUPPORT

I cannot walk this journey alone, so I sincerely ask for your support through upvotes, comments, and engagement on my posts. Your interaction is not just a reward; it is motivation. Seeing your engagement will help me stay focused, committed, and determined, without losing direction or changing my mind.

Every upvote tells me, “Keep going.”
Every comment reminds me, “Your voice matters.”
Your support will be the fuel that keeps me consistent.

FINAL WORDS

To those who have been here long before me, thank you for building a platform where people like me can return, rebuild, and rediscover purpose, people like @ngoenyi, @alexanderpeace, @okere-blessing etc.
And to those who are just starting or still finding their way, let us grow together.

I am back, not just to post, but to contribute, to learn, and to grow.
Let’s make this journey meaningful, one post at a time.

THANK YOU ALL!

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Welcome back to steemit, like you said we expect you to be consistent, follow the trend on the platform like the learning challenge and other community contest, engage with other users post and explore. Don't forget to ask questions where necessary.
Again , seems you have forgotten your steemit markdown styles ,try using it in your next post. Cheers

Alright, thank you for your kind heart. I’m here to learn and grow, I will make sure I do all the needful.