You Might be Dreaming Smaller Than God's Plan For You - Cynthia Omo

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Cynthia is a graduate of Linguistics, Obafemi Awolowo University, a writer and a social media enthusiast. In this interview, she shares the story of her childhood , telling us how it affects her upbringing and made her to the woman she is today.

So, how did you begin as a writer?

Well, I am always known for the reader in the house. I spent a lot of my time as a child reading books and watching movies. These activities gave me a very creative mind. Most times, I'd try to recreate those stories in my head. Most of my words never made it to the public eye until a dear friend of mine pushed, suggesting that I started with sharing my stories on Facebook. And it all just fell in place afterwards.

And Speaking?

I always was, still am, the talker. I was never the shy one so that sort of came easy for me.

Even in your writings, you talk.

(Laughs)  Yea I've heard people say that. They say they can hear me talk just by reading what I write.

How was growing up as a girl like for you?

I was pretty much a tomboy cos I spent a lot of my holidays with my cousins of 5 guys and 1 girl. The girl would wear her brothers’ clothes so I just joined her. So I didn't exactly have a girly childhood. I spent my time reading books, asking questions, fighting boys and playing on the football field

Childhood for me was fun for a while. Dad had a great job. Mum was a stay-home mum. We attended the best primary school at that time. But then things took a turn when dad lost his job. Then mum had to start working.

When dad lost his job, he mostly kept to himself. Mum ran three jobs. Left at 5am returned at 9pm. When dad started a restaurant, it got worse. He would be out till 2am. So I had to grow fast to take care of my siblings. Because my parents weren't exactly around, I pretty much grew up in my head.

Dad did a bit of job hunting too till he decided to start his own restaurant. This made them very busy. We barely had them to ourselves again. But they tried. Christmas time was a time I particularly looked forward to cos we get to travel to the village and sing out loud in the car as we traveled.

So, my family moved but I had to stay with an uncle because they couldn't process my transfer to another school.

Did your upbringing affect you in anyway?

Of course. I'm reserved. By that I mean not a fun, outgoing person. I got that from dad and his indoor nature for years. I have a huge sense of responsibility. That I got from having to take care of my siblings from an early age. I am an awesome cook. I had to start cooking early.


So, if you were to rewrite your childhood story, how would you love it to be?

Asides the fact that I wish I got to spend more time with my mum cause she missed out on a number of things in my life, I don't think I'd change anything. My childhood may not have been perfect but every fragment of it led me to where I am. It built me into the woman I am today and for that, I am grateful.

Who is your favorite author?

They are too many to narrow down to one. Chinua Achebe (laughs) the dude made me want to write too.  J. K Rowling. Danielle Paterson. Robert Kiyosaki. Danielle Steel, James Patterson. I read a little of Nora Roberts but I stopped before I got addicted. I do Joyce Meyer too when I'm feeling girly.


So, what does this female linguistic graduate have in mind to do career wise?

I was looking to go into digital marketing alongside journalism


What's your philosophy?

I'm not big on philosophies.  I just live and love each day.

If given a chance to meet someone in this life, who would it be?

Hillsong choir.

Who is the one person that has made the most impact in your life?

Soji Adeyemi-Bisileko. He linked me to my spiritual father, Pastor Debo Adesina, Who walked me through the process of saying Yes to my sweetheart Balogun Martins. So, long list. 


Any role model?

No major one really.

Given your little experience in life up to this point, what would you say to younger folks coming up?

(Sighs)Truth is I'm not big on giving advice because people have peculiar situations so a general advice might not work. But I strongly advise on holding on to God. I love the idea of holding on to dreams but at the same time, not getting so attached to them that God's will doesn't have a say. The problem with this is you might be dreaming smaller that God's plan for you. So, flexibility is key. Lastly, trust me, you have not 1 not 2 but more gifts within. Give yourself time. They'll manifest.

Thank you so much for your time
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You're welcome







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