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Passion vs. Priority: Navigating Codes and Thesis

Olasunkanmi Arowolo

Researcher, Lecturer, Coach, and Mentor in Journalism.

I spent a significant part of the day—well, not the entire day, probably a couple of hours—coding. Then I got engrossed in trying to do some other things. It was a fulfilling day because I didn’t have to struggle; I am genuinely enjoying it. Could it be that I’ve found my true path, or is this just a temporary phase? Or perhaps I’m meant to hybridise my knowledge and experience? I don’t know. I’m still pondering. If I told you how much joy and pleasure I derive from doing this, you wouldn’t believe me, considering my background. But then, it is what it is. I’m just following my passion, while trying not to be distracted because I’ve also got a project to finish. Really, just moving forward.