- Thursday, May 26, 2016
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My name is Tadiwanashe Mpofu. I am currently at Gateway High School doing my senior year. I am studying Computer Science, Economics, Environmental Management and Travel and Tourism. In 2017 I hope to find a gap year job and thereafter I would like to go to the University of Pretoria to study International Relations and Diplomacy.
During my gap year I would like to pursue the DELF (Diplôme d'études en langue française) program, which is the official Internationally recognized French-language diploma awarded by France's Ministry of National Education. I believe that having this French qualification will open more opportunities for me especially in French speaking countries.
Looking at the broader perspective of what it is to study international relations, some may think it is strictly political. Diplomats delve into a broad range of topics which include environmental, technological, health and even preservation of cultural property issues. They master a country’s language, culture, and traditions and they work with interesting groups of people which include artists, musicians, NGO leaders, parliamentarians, journalists, and scientists.
I enjoy traveling and I am excited by the idea of working in a different country while representing Zimbabwe. I look up to my mom who has made so many sacrifices for me to be where I am today. My dream is to start up and outreach home for children who have no parents and to assist single parents who struggle financially. Furthermore I am inspired to work hard and be the best person I can be such that one day when I see my dad he can be proud of the woman I have become.
- Saturday, May 14, 2016
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Service. It is the fire that is ignited by the countless battles I witness and see hearts being broken like a cigarette snapped in half. It is a fire that burns in me to see a smile upon a stranger’s face and it will always be the flame that radiates Kindness, Compassion and Hope to those around me. Making someone’s life a little brighter and less stressful is all I truly long to do. This may sound very shallow but in reality it stretches over life times and impacts the hearts of many. I do not strive to earn recognition or materialistic awards. On the contrary, I am passionate to spark the inner beauty I believe exists in every single human being-young or old, white or black, male or female, fat or thin. One of the most courageous and enduring actions is observing someone reaching out to someone with a genuine heart. It is evident that there are many hurting people in this world but it is also possible for anyone to step out and help. Therefore, because more individuals loose hope and turn sour, reflect upon your life and be aware that you can do so much to influence the lives of those around you. Like myself, do not fear consequences but have the loving heart to serve unconditionally. Strive for the results that are everlasting and touch the hearts of people. Kindle the hearts and let the fire of Service burn in you like it does in me.
- Wednesday, May 11, 2016
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We want you to succeed in all aspects of your life! With that in mind Purple Lipstick is excited to join “My Zim University| College ZimEd Expo
2016” hosted by Culture Shock Trust. The event will showcase local
Universities and Colleges to high school students who are ready to begin making
career choices. The three-day exhibition brings together players in higher
education, financial services, grooming and etiquette training, professional
qualifications, social enterprises, and much more. Students will have face-to-face interactions
with officials, academics, TEDxHarareSalon Speakers, and ultimately access
unparalleled networking opportunities free
of charge. Join representatives from Universities, colleges and other
players in the tertiary education sector for learning, networking and more at Moto
Replublik, 3 Allan Wilson Close, Belgravia, Harare (near Parirenyatwa Hospital)
on 19 to 21 May 2016. We'll be hanging out with students taking pictures, and letting them know a bit more about Purple Lipstick!
For more information on the event itself please visit www.ZimEdExpo.org.
We'll be updating our social media pages throught the event, so keep an eye out for pictures and videos!
You can also follow the event at:
www.Twitter.com/ZimEdExpo. For any tweets, use the handle
@ZimEdExpo
- Tuesday, May 10, 2016
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A roller coaster is
usually used as an example of life. The ride goes up and down, up and down
until it stops. Is this the perfect example though?
As we all know,
roller coasters are much fun when they head down. The fear- the adrenaline rush-
the anticipation of that downfall is what leads us to absolutely love
roller coasters in the first place!
But we all know- life's
downfalls are nothing like those of a roller coaster. Life's downfalls are the
worst part of being alive. Or are they?
Yes-they usually are.
on a brighter note:
with every downfall comes a new confidence- a new strength-a new person.
'Downfalls' is a word
familiar with almost every teenage girl these days. We face a lot of challenges
in our lives. When we talk about teen-girl problems, one word comes to
everyone's minds. And that word is 'boyfriend'. Are boyfriends all the issues
girls go through? Of course not!
We face so much more;
from family problems to school problems. Pressure to do good in school to
pressure to build your character and remain yourself in a world where everyone
expects you to be who they want you to be or to be who they see you as five
years from now. We struggle to impress
anyone who has an impact on our lives: our parents, our family members,our
relatives. We strive to ensure that we uphold our family's respect and we do
all we can to not be the cause of embarrassment or shame to our families. If
you're the first born of your family and you're a girl- no doubt you face the
burden of being held responsible for nearly everything. Parents expect you to
be a role model for your young siblings ( Even though personally I reckon kids
these days will grow up to be who and what they want to be regardless of how
much you would have tried to set the standard for them).
Whether you are a girl
living in luxury, living in fairly hard conditions or living in extremely
difficult conditions- you've undoubtedly faced most or some of these issues.
And if you haven't..well aren't you a lucky one
You must be wondering
exactly where I'm leading to or where my point is.
YOU see.. as much as your condition seems helpless
or extremely impossible right now, just know that soon-you'll be out of it.
Just try your best to be positive minded about everything. Never feel as though
a situation is too great to be handled. Because no situation is too great for
handling. obviously: rely on Jehovah God to guide you through your happiness
and sadness .
IF you're
facing friendship / relationship
problems (betrayal, constant arguments, fake friendships, lack of trust
etc..) just know this: sometimes there is more harm in holding on than there is
on in letting go. Never be afraid to let go of something that hurts you-either
physically or emotionally and if a friendship / relationship is causing you
discomfort..either try to fix things (of course) or let go. There will always
be a thousand or more people out there waiting- in fact looking for someone
like you.
IF you're
facing family problems..well these can come in many forms, just stay as
positive as you possibly can. Try and be the peace and happiness that you want
to see in your family.
IF you're
facing problems with school and school work, try to not look at school like a
burden. Look at school like the bridge to the life you want to have. Please
visualise: see yourself on a hard, rocky and broad road. See yourself walking
on that road and visualize the road becoming narrower with every step you
take now imagine you come to the end of
that road. You realize that there is no more road in fact no more surface for
you to walk on to continue your journey. You look ahead and see the most breath
taking view you have ever set your eyes on. But between you and that place is
nothing but air. You're no bird- you can't just fly over.
That's you, the life
you have now and the life you might have after surviving school. I used 'might'
because it doesn't come with a guarantee
So you see:
WHETHER
you face any of the challenges I've mentioned or you face those I've left out
just know that nothing is impossible and no challenge can't be overcome. Stay
focused and do all you can to surround yourself with positive surroundings.
Never give up.
Never say never.
Earlier I talked about
a roller coaster and asked if it was the best example of life..well the answer
is really up to you but picture this: you're on the roller coaster and you know
it's about to go down,obviously you cringe at the thought. As it always does,
the roller coaster does slide down-you scream or fall into hysteria either way
you go through it and before you know it it's over. Then? Then you smile and
feel happy...or for others :puke.
Important point: you went through it and overcame.
- Thursday, May 05, 2016
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- Monday, May 02, 2016
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People fear what they do not understand. It
seems to be a fact, a law written in the sands of time - etched into our
genetic fibers. Perhaps it is because we sense power, and that scares us.
Because it reminds us that some things and some people are stronger than our
desire to control them. It reminds us that some things have far too free a spirit
to fit into the boxes society provides.
It has not been easy to grow up in a race
and economic conscious society. Especially not as a "mixed race" (I
assure you that I am pure human), opinionated, young woman. In junior school,
many of my peers were perplexed by my unruly hair, that resembled my African family's,
and my moderately fair skin and freckles - a more European trait. I was frequently
asked with rude abruptness "what are you?"
In many ways it was a blessing to have my identity
crisis at five years old - the world had not yet had time to pollute my mind
with social convention and stereotype. I was free to define myself. I found the
concept of race illogical, a child who has just learnt to name the colours "black"
and "white" sees no resemblance between her paint box and the colour
of her parents' skin. I knew that I was more than a colour wheel and my family
more than its hues.
The constant myriad of questions and
racial commentary, some of which was abusive, prepared me for my teenage years.
A time in which many teenage girls fixate all their attention upon their appearance
and popularity. I have learnt that beauty comes in more forms and sizes than humans,
especially young ones, can comprehend. The world and its many societies will
always find something negative to say about a woman and the way she looks - which
is why it is important for a woman to be more than just looks.
Approval and popularity are fickle things.
It is the very same people who called me "egg head" and "freckle
face" that now comment on my photographs with smiles and complements.
"Beautiful" they say, "I love your freckles". Irony is not
in short supply.
If I have a message for any young woman
about her journey in life, it would be to be brave. Have the courage to live a
life of meaning. You are more than a trend, more than a Facebook like, more
than man's compliment and far more than the whispers of your insecurities and
fears.
- Saturday, April 30, 2016
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