The well-known Nigerian actress and director Bolaji Ogunmola has stressed the value of having a small circle of friends for mental health.
She recently admitted that she enjoys a small social circle and places more value on quality than number in a video that was posted to her YouTube page. Bolaji Ogunmola, who disclosed that she has a large network of friends and colleagues, said:
“I don’t have a big circle of friends,”
“I have a lot of colleagues and acquaintances, but friends who truly know me are not as many.”
The actress also shared her perspective on helping others, advising viewers to avoid expecting anything in return. The dark-skinned movie star added:
“When you are helping people, never think of what you are going to get in return. As human beings, we have a bit of entitlement when it comes to helping people. ‘Oh, I gave this person something.’ If you are going to do it with the expectation of something in return, I don’t think that is kindness.”
Bolaji Ogunmola further stressed the necessity of self-advocacy, especially in the face of negativity and injustice. She urged people to stand up for themselves when and where appropriate. Bolaji Ogunmola asserted:
“When people are carrying negativity about you that is untrue, please stand up for yourself,”
“I used to say God will judge, karma will meet somebody somewhere. God will fight my battle. He does fight my battles. Speak up for yourself, especially in the face of injustice.”
