When you are done with KCSE, what next? You travel back home. Sit and rest. For when you rest, you don’t rust. But as you rest, reflect deeply about the gift of life. Be innovative and productive. Start building the nation. Now know, life is a journey, not a destination. It’s a journey of self-discovery and recovery. For victorious transition, progress and success, remember to dodge the pitfalls and pratfalls of life. Before you leave school, clear with all authorities. Build bridges. Mend fences. Forgive those who offended you. Out of school, remain patriotic.
Be a law-abiding citizen. In case you are 18 years and above, apply for a national ID. Apply for KRA pin certificate. Open a bank account. The three applications will be useful in acquisition of HELB and scholarships in university and college. Then, having a bank account is a breakthrough step in matters money-making. For as a young adult, start thinking of legit ways of making money. Ensure you have an email account ready for correspondence. Begin to win.
Network with serious people in life for mutual benefits. Read widely to become better and smarter. Consequently, focus on your mental health. Focus on right mental inputs. For your mortal mind obeys the GIGO Principle: Garbage in, garbage out. Therefore, make wise use of all forms of media. More so, social media. Choose movies and music that build the mind. Use the free time to engage in creative activities. Enroll for the best short courses. Learn more about choice of courses on KUCCPS portal. Learn new skills. More so, upskill your soft skills, employability skills and life skills.
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Discover the in-born talents. Lift every gift God gave you. Volunteer your services somewhere. Expose yourself to useful stuff. Choose right role models and mentors. For there is a heroic book titled The Lessons of Experience, which states: People learn 50% from experience, people learn 10% from formal education, people learn 20% from failure, and people learn 20% from mentors and coaches. Therefore, be wise, and not otherwise. Move closer to the Maker. Build a profound bond with family and friends. Do not give up. Whatever life presents, do not succumb to the jaws of defeat or depression.
Depend on God to repair your despair. When life gives you lemons, do not ask for oranges. Instead, make lemonades. When KCSE results will be out, you will score grades ranging from A to E. Whatever mean grade you get, focus on getting to the highest room in life. Somewhat, people desire to get to the top using the lift. Advisedly, in case you miss the gift of the lift you will have to use a tedious staircase. So, your journey may take longer.
But whatever life offers you, focus on getting to the top. Do not lose hope. For hope never disappoint. Hope pushes people to the top, and to the epic peak. More importantly, it’s wise to remain sane and sober at all times. Meaning: Avoid drugs and substance abuse. Avoid forms of pleasure and fun that fan funerals and pre-mature death. Avoid criminal gangs. Avoid sinful sexual behaviour. Avoid bad company. Avoid betting and gambling. Above all, every season has a reason. Then, life is a journey. It is just a jaunt. Therefore, bon voyage!
By Victor Ochieng’
Victor Ochieng’ is a Career Educator. He guides Form 4 Leavers on how to make informed career choices. You can join and learn online in the series Form 4 Transition Talks on Zoom Platform for good guidance and advice on: Best Short Courses to Enroll for as You Wait, How to Be Innovative and Creative, How to Make Money, University and College Programmes, How to Choose Courses, How to Apply for Courses on KUCCPS Portal, How to Fund Tertiary Education and How to Apply for Scholarship Opportunities.
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