LONG WALK TO FREEDOM: THE JOURNEY OF AN AFRICAN SCHOOL BOY..

It all started on a Saturday evening in 2008 when he received news that his Dad IMG_20180803_024312_868-01.jpeghad lost his life in a car accident on his way to a brother's wedding. He didn't believe the reality of it till a month later, right in his presence, his beloved Dad was lowered six feet below and left to himself.
Being a young man born into a rich family with good education, he didn't expect to feel the absence of his Dad so much since his Dad had established firms that proved a constant source of income. Little did he know he was in for the shock of his life. Alas; he is an African and basic tradition is to take the late husband's properties away from his widow while blaming her as the witch who caused his death.
Soon enough, this witch-hunt began and this wealthy African boy had to watch his own mom sent out of her late husband's properties along with her kids. They went from 3 square meals to one ration of unhealthy meals. Depression took toll on kids. Insults set in from former friends and it looked like hope was simply a dream. "This is the end" He thought; and began to learn ways to be apathetic. The world didn't deserve any good and he felt he didn't need these emotions. Looking at his one-time rich mum suffer was ultimate tragedy to him and he was determined to take revenge.
Though a churchy young man, he was mad at whoever this God was that allowed this tragedy.
No one to love, no one to confide in, no one seemed to understand what he was going through and how many times he had to fight suicidal thoughts.
His break came however in 2014 when someone told him of Jesus and it seemed like he never left that conversation the same way.
That same young man has become a beacon of hope to many suffering around him. He discovered his natural telepathic abilities and natural ability to do the work of a counsellor; especially a mental therapist and has since then been helping countless people see hope in the midst of life's deepest troubles.

I am that young man, and that is the overview of my story. I heard of Steemit from @femzy and felt I could come here to help those who might need my abilities. I am a natural born Telepath, Psychologist and mental health counsellor. I charge absolutely nothing for whatever I do for you. I am dedicating my life to making people see hope in life again. And not a temporary one, but one that is constant both here and ultimately in the afterlife.

That's enough about me. I hope to make new friends here. Let's talk in the comments section.

I remain that YOUNG AFRICAN BOY; #ARLOH and I look to being your friend.

Talk to you soon.

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