Emma Ade

Joined August 2024

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Emma is an accomplished freelance writer with strong passion for investigative storytelling and keen eye for details. Emma has crafted compelling narratives in diverse genres, and continue to explore new ideas to push boundaries.

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8 Signs That Shows You Are More Authentic Than You Know
Being true to yourself in a world that demands conformity can be very difficult. When you are authentic, it means you are deeply honest, and genuine with yourself without being influenced by external factors. But how can you be convinced you are a truly authentic person?
By Emma Adeabout a year ago in Motivation
Consider Yourself More Successful Than You Think, If You Have Accomplished These 6 Things
Success in the modern era has been tied to money and power, but in the real sense, the markers of success are hidden in everyday life. We don’t get to notice these subtle successes because we sometimes overlook our accomplishments thinking they are trivial or too small. No matter how tiny an achievement is, it is an indication you are on the path to bigger success. In this piece, you can learn about certain things you might have accomplished in life that show you are more successful than you thought.
By Emma Adeabout a year ago in Motivation
A Tribute to the African Natural Hair
African hair, particularly natural Afro-textured hair, is a subject of fascination, pride, and cultural significance. With its unique characteristics, this hair type has been historically celebrated and at times misunderstood. Afro-textured hair is known for its coils, curls, and often gravity-defying shapes. However, there’s more to this remarkable hair than just its outward appearance. To fully appreciate the beauty and complexity of African hair, we need to delve into the scientific, cultural, and historical aspects that shape its identity.
By Emma Adeabout a year ago in History
Pouakai- A Bird That Hunts Humans
In Māori mythology, stories and legends have passed down for centuries, often featuring supernatural beings, mythical creatures, and awe-inspiring natural phenomena. One such figure deeply rooted in Māori tradition is the Pouākai, a monstrous bird believed to hunt and devour humans. Known for its immense size, the Pouākai (also referred to as the Haast’s eagle or Te Hokioi in some traditions) is a symbol of power and fear, with legends recounting its reign over the land and skies of ancient New Zealand. This myth reflects not only the Māoris' rich storytelling culture but also their connection with the natural world, blending the lines between myth and reality.
By Emma Adeabout a year ago in History
8 Lessons Most Women Learn Too Late
We all want to better our lives but learning how to do this, is not always easy. Women always strive to achieve power, money, and success but many still don’t feel fulfilled even after completing them. Humans tend to learn many life lessons a bit too late thus stunting our personal growth and development. Below are 12 lessons women tend to learn a bit too late in life.
By Emma Adeabout a year ago in Lifehack
Scuba Diving Mini Guide
Scuba diving is an exhilarating experience, offering the chance to explore the underwater world. With a proper guide, you should be able to have a great start in your scuba diving quest. This guide gives you some information like getting certified, skills and what to use to become a pro. You need to be prepared by taking the following steps to become a pro in the art. Here's a guide to get you started:
By Emma Adeabout a year ago in Serve
Summer is Ending- Here are 10 Veggies to Grow in Fall for a Bumper Harvest in Spring
It’s the end of summer, and it is the perfect time to start pondering about veggies to grow in fall to harvest in spring. The soil is warm enough in fall for the roots to solidify their stands before the winter sets in. Veggies like Turnips, carrots, asparagus, and collard greens will likely grow or stay dormant in winter but yield bountifully in springs. You may want to target vegetables that are specifically useful as side dishes, pickles, and snacks. Below are the top 10 veggies you should plant in the fall for a bountiful harvest in the spring.
By Emma Adeabout a year ago in Lifehack
South Africa's 40th Reed Dance in 2024 Had 40,000 Virgins in Participation
The Zulu Nation of South Africa is one of the largest ethnicities in the country and it is also one of the culturally-enriched populations. It is known for its cultural “Reed Dance”. It is also known as “Umhlanga” and it takes place annually between the end of August and September. The ceremony brings together virgin girls from all parts of the country, and the girls are placed in age regiments. The ceremony is not peculiar to the Zulu tribe only, in Swaziland, the family of a girl who falls pregnant out of wedlock but chooses to participate in the Reed Dance is fined a cow.
By Emma Adeabout a year ago in History
African Wild Animals and Poaching
Poaching has become a huge problem in sub-Sahara Africa. In 2023 alone, some 500 Rhinos were poached in South Africa alone, 406 were killed on government properties and 93 on private reserves or farms. The 2023 figure was an increase of 51 in comparison with 449rhinos poached in 2022. What everyone wonders is why the problem persists despite numerous intervention from government. It also makes one wonder if government officials who are supposed to protect the wildlife animals are not conniving with poachers to perpetrate the heinous crimes.
By Emma Adeabout a year ago in Earth
My Number One Upgrade to Making the Best Tortilla Soup Ever
I want to tell you a genius trick for making the most delicious Tortilla soup. Google Trends shows a significant increase in the number of people searching for Tortilla soup recipes, online. This trend is not surprising because Tortilla is one of the best soups for slurping especially in the cold season. I have stumbled on a secret cooking method that has transformed the way I prepare Tortilla soup, forever. Read further down to learn about my secret method.
By Emma Adeabout a year ago in Lifehack
Socrates Quotes That Can Sharpen Your Mind
Socrates, the famous Greek philosopher has been regarded as the founding father of Western philosophy. Born and raised in Athens, Greece, in the 5th century (470-399 BCE), he didn’t leave any written work but most of the things we now read and learn about him were those recorded by his students. Xenophon and Plato are popular students who learned philosophy under Socrates and they have put together some of the best of his life-transforming quotes to sharpen our minds.
By Emma Adeabout a year ago in Motivation
A Bird Whose Tears Can Heal the Wound
You must have heard about the Phoenix before, one of the rarest, yet popular birds from ancient times that is known for its magical powers. It is believed to be immortal because it takes birth from its ashes. One other power it is believed to possess is the ability to self-heal with its tears.
By Emma Adeabout a year ago in Fiction

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8 Signs That Shows You Are More Authentic Than You Know

Consider Yourself More Successful Than You Think, If You Have Accomplished These 6 Things

A Tribute to the African Natural Hair

Pouakai- A Bird That Hunts Humans

8 Lessons Most Women Learn Too Late

Scuba Diving Mini Guide

Summer is Ending- Here are 10 Veggies to Grow in Fall for a Bumper Harvest in Spring

South Africa's 40th Reed Dance in 2024 Had 40,000 Virgins in Participation

African Wild Animals and Poaching

My Number One Upgrade to Making the Best Tortilla Soup Ever

Socrates Quotes That Can Sharpen Your Mind

A Bird Whose Tears Can Heal the Wound

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