No matter how good or thorough you are in ensuring that everything works well, there will always be people who either fail to acknowledge your efforts or actively undermine them. Life is not a bed of roses, and we must expect to face challenges along the way.
At our school, there are some students who refuse to change despite our continuous efforts to guide them onto the right path. Today, about ten of them ran into the bush. Strangely enough, two male teachers followed them, only to discover that the students had secretly created a path through the fence, providing them with an easy escape route. This kind of behaviour is not new to me, I first encountered it during my secondary school days. Many of the so-called "Oluigbo" back then would skip classes, hide in the bush, steal a fowl, and cook a delicious meal instead of attending lessons.
Just last week, we made another attempt to give these students moral guidance, hoping to set them on the right track. However, I have noticed that much of this behaviour stems from home, as their parents do little to discipline them. Ironically, many of these students bring money home to their parents, making it difficult to expect them to obey or follow parental instructions
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Sometimes, despite our best efforts to be relevant and positively impact those around us, some people will still frustrate our attempts; whether at work, in places of worship, or even within our families. There will always be individuals who negatively influence others or attempt to bring them down.
There is a saying: "If you don’t want others to hear something, it’s better to keep it to yourself." If you confide in someone, don’t be surprised if that secret eventually gets out. Humans will always be humans. As long as your relationship with the person remains intact, there may be no problem. However, if there is a minor disagreement or a breakdown in communication, don’t be shocked if what you once considered private becomes public, especially when the other party is in conflict with you.
I recall a case involving a close friend of mine who had confided in her ex-boyfriend about a health-related issue. After their relationship ended, the guy not only revealed her secret but also used it as a weapon against her. He even went as far as threatening to blackmail her, turning personal information into a tool for revenge.
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