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Sodiq

Kolade

Content Writer

“Smooth seas do not make skillful sailors." — African Proverb

Sodiq Kolade holds a degree in mechanical engineering but considers content writing his primary field of expertise. As an accomplished writer, researcher, creative storyteller, mental health advocate, and whole-body health enthusiast, he uses his writing talent and skills to help others become the best version of themselves.

The COVID-19 era was a turning point in Sodiq’s life. While many were unemployed, he worked for an online news website — for 11 months straight, with no weekends or holidays off. Despite the mental and emotional trauma from the pandemic and burnout from working without breaks, his resilience carried him through. His ability to thrive amid adversity instilled enough self-belief to last him his entire career.

When he's not writing, you’ll often find Sodiq being run ragged by his exuberant son, a toddler who doesn't seem to run out of energy. To relax, he loves playing and watching soccer. His favorite pastime is binge-watching Friends for the umpteenth time. Sometimes, Sodiq starts a new series (when he's on a break from Friends, of course) but he then abandons it and returns to his beloved Friends.

Articles by Sodiq Kolade

The Let Them Theory: 5 Ways to Protect Your Peace and Detach Gracefully

Learn how the Let Them Theory helps you stop stressing over others’ actions, protect your peace, and focus on what you can control in your relationships.

How to Do a Personal SWOT Analysis (and Use It to Reach Your Goals)

Discover how to do a personal SWOT analysis to clarify your strengths, improve weaknesses, and make confident career and life decisions.

How Can I Understand Myself Better? 11 Practical Ways to Discover the Real You

We often know our likes and dislikes, but not who we truly are. Learn practical ways to understand yourself better and grow into the person you’re meant to be.

What Is Weaponized Incompetence and How Can I Combat It in Relationships?

Some people feign helplessness to dodge responsibility. Learn to spot weaponized incompetence, distinguish it from genuine ineptitude, and safeguard your peace.

How Do You Handle Stress? Understanding Your Personality Can Help You Cope

Knowing your strengths and weaknesses helps you identify stress triggers, behavior when stressed, and coping mechanisms. Learn how different MBTI types handle stress.

Overcoming Job Search Depression: 9 Ways to Cope When the Hunt Wears You Down

Feeling depressed because you can’t find a job? Discover realistic ways to cope with job search depression, rebuild confidence, and stay motivated.

Why Can’t I Get a Job? 10 Reasons You Keep Getting Rejected and How to Turn Things Around

Tired of job rejections? Find out 10 common reasons you’re not getting hired and practical ways to improve your chances of landing the job you deserve.

30 Days of Mental Wellness: Protect Your Mental Health with Simple Daily Actions

Take one small step each day with our 30-Day Mental Health Challenge—simple habits to build calm, strength, and lasting well-being.

The 7 Love Languages of Modern Relationships: How Do You Prefer to Give and Receive Love?

Learn the 7 love languages of modern relationships, which expand on Chapman’s original five and capture fresh ways people give and receive love today.