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9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by 24hoursreporter: 9:11am On May 30, 2018 |
What most students fail to understand in life is that their self-worth is the price they tag to themselves. And the habits you develop as a university student can either make or mar you on the long run. However, these days we see smart and intelligent students unconsciously developing habits that will ruin them in future. Therefore, this article will focus on the 9 destructive habits every university student should let go. Read Also: How To Survive First Year In US As A Student In life, you don’t decide your future, just develop a habit and your habit will determine your future. So, the future is bright for those with good habits. Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go #1 Lack Of Confidence One of the destructive habits every university student should let go is lack of confidence. The first step to success in your studies and future career is to believe in yourself. As a matter of fact, no body will ever believe in you if your self esteem and confidence level is low. This is a major challenge most students face in school. As a matter of fact, most of them develop stage freight and can’t even address a group of 10 people. Try hard to let this habit go otherwise it may ruin your career and social life in the future. #2 Allowing Other People’s Opinion To Affect You This is also among the destructive habits every student should let go. different people will criticize you and come up with opinions about you. Some may be positive and others may be negative. Well, don’t listen to what people say about you, rather have a personal opinion about yourself. This is what will become your reality. Learn to value your thinking and opinion above others. #3 Comparing Yourself With Other People Most University students make mistake of comparing their lives with others. What do you think will happen, when you start comparing your complex reality to the visible surface of others? This will definitely make you feel bad about yourself. However, if you must compare yourself with other people, try to do that with people you are better than. This will give you the feeling of self confident. #4 Fleeing From Challenges This is another habit that you must let go as a university student. learn to take the bull by the horn rather than running away from it. Once you can develop the habit of facing every challenge, you will be successful in life. No matter what, stand to face challenges, if possible fix them yourself. Every challenge you overcome in today, is a lifetime experience to learn from. #5 Surround Yourself With Negative People Surrounding yourself with negative people kill your dream faster than HIV. In fact, it is mistake you must never make as a student. This is because the beginning of your doom in life is when you start surrounding yourself with negative people. According to Plato “People are like dirt. They can either nourish you and help you grow as a person, or they can stunt your growth and make you wilt and die”. Most successful leaders, entrepreneurs and other influential people in the society are always positive. They surround themselves with positive people with like minds, that is the secret of their success. Therefore, if you have any negative friend on your list, it is time to let them go. You need to mingle with people who inspire you for greatness not the other way. #6 Focusing More on your Flaws Although self improvement and evaluation is good but when you focus more on your mistakes, flaws and past, it will affect you on the long run. Sometimes, try to console yourself with your strengths, achievements and successes. This will give you a feeling of satisfaction and motivation to put in more effort in whatever you are doing. #7 Lack of Curiosity The first habit a good student should develop is to be curious. In other words, try to learn new things and know what is happening around you. In fact, there is no way you can be a good student if you aren’t curious. when you stop to be curious, you are indirectly holding yourself back. This is why lack of curiosity is one of the destructive habits every university student should let go. #8 Lack of Decision Lack of Decision is another habit you should let go as a University student. If you don’t, it will hunt you later in life. Try to make quick and rational decisions in all matter. Don’t be scared of making decisions, when the need arises. Also, learn to take responsibility for your decision if it becomes counterproductive. This is the true measure of a man. #9 Dismissing Compliments Another destructive habit that people develop unconsciously is dismissing compliments.When you dismiss a compliment with a self disparaging remark, you are selling yourself short to other people. Also, it is a way of challenging the judgement of the person complimenting you. Therefore, accept compliments graciously and it doesn’t make you an egoistic person. These are the 9 destructive habits every University students should let go. Otherwise, they will become hindrances to your growth and successes in life. Source: http://www.24hoursreporter.com/2018/05/30/9-destructive-habits-student-should-stop/ 14 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by Geofavor(m): 9:41am On May 30, 2018 |
Your points are on point. Next time tag Lalasticlala ![]() 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by Narldon: 12:24pm On May 30, 2018 |
#10. Sorting Lecturers. 13 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by UNIZIK1stSon(m): 12:24pm On May 30, 2018 |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by froshMezie(m): 12:24pm On May 30, 2018 |
Ok |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by lilfreezy: 12:24pm On May 30, 2018 |
10. Cohabiting ![]() 19 Likes 1 Share |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by rawpadgin(m): 12:26pm On May 30, 2018 |
Relying too much on the power of their certificate hence, they disregard the importance of having a vocational skill 3 Likes |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by Austema(m): 12:26pm On May 30, 2018 |
I actually dont see any reasonable point here as peculiar to universities's students, the point are applicable to life generally. Thanks though |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by geoinvestor(m): 12:28pm On May 30, 2018 |
Op, I know of a guy who has confidence but he is scared to speak in public because he stutters. What will you advice? |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by porshnuel: 12:28pm On May 30, 2018 |
coming to nairaland to shout afonja ipob skull mine rs 2 Likes |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by 24hoursreporter: 12:28pm On May 30, 2018 |
Narldon: On point bro 2 Likes |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by PointZerom: 12:29pm On May 30, 2018 |
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Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by 24hoursreporter: 12:29pm On May 30, 2018 |
lilfreezy: LOL, It is bad though |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by Donald95(m): 12:30pm On May 30, 2018 |
Masturbating |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by nabegibeg: 12:30pm On May 30, 2018 |
24hoursreporter: be sincere, when you were in the university how many did you identify yourself ? 1 Like
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Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by Nobody: 12:31pm On May 30, 2018 |
lilfreezy:blame economy ![]() |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by 24hoursreporter: 12:32pm On May 30, 2018 |
yeyerolling: LOL! and Dumb the guy after graduation ![]() |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by PrettySleek(f): 12:32pm On May 30, 2018 |
11: Constant partying 12: Being a science student ![]() Solid points! Some people in universities are really childish. 1 Like |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by yourbae(f): 12:32pm On May 30, 2018 |
Nice points |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by lilfreezy: 12:33pm On May 30, 2018 |
24hoursreporter:Yeah it is. My lodge mate in school did it, the girl had to drop out because of she became pregnant and her family disowned her. The guy in question started struggling to be a parent at 300 level. It can be a dream killer ![]() 1 Like |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by Nobody: 12:34pm On May 30, 2018 |
On point..
but that's none of my business |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by jordyspices: 12:38pm On May 30, 2018 |
Cohabiting nd cult activities |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by qanda: 12:44pm On May 30, 2018 |
Useful Advice. Make out time to Also read 13 Life Lessons Every Nigerian Student Should Know Before Obtaining A Degree. 1 Like |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by 24hoursreporter: 12:44pm On May 30, 2018 |
nabegibeg: Funny you! |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by 24hoursreporter: 12:44pm On May 30, 2018 |
nabegibeg: If I wasn't able to identify anyone, I wouldn't have written this. |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by nabegibeg: 12:45pm On May 30, 2018 |
24hoursreporter: so how many years did it take you to write this article after identifying them from your university days |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by coolebux(m): 1:01pm On May 30, 2018 |
Wearing bumshots ![]() 1 Like |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by 1miccza: 1:54pm On May 30, 2018 |
geoinvestor: He should chew 100 naira chilli pepper mixed with atarodo in the morning , afternoon and night, he won't just begin to talk, he 'll be shouting and roaring at the same time. |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by olowobaba10: 2:00pm On May 30, 2018 |
I BEG TO DISAGREE A LITTLE BIT WITH THE OP , THOSE POINTS ARE NOT JUST FOR THE STUDENTS ALONE BUT FOR EVERY HUMAN BEING. 1 Like |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by Ojetayo17(m): 3:20pm On May 30, 2018 |
True talk 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: 9 Destructive Habits Every University Student Should Let Go by flamingfire24(m): 3:54pm On May 30, 2018 |
lack of confidence one of my leading flaws.happy i had overcame it now. 2 Likes |
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