Theresa Mofana

[Theresa Mofana @botma2006]

@PulengL Congratulations doc. Mighty respect to you and the other participants!!!

[Reads with Ravi @readswithravi]

Always carry a book with you:

[Prof Lennart Nacke, PhD @acagamic]

Most philosophers got problem-solving better than modern design thinking.

This missing piece changes everything about tackling complex challenges:

Most people think philosophy is useless in business and politics.

They're missing the most powerful operating system for decision-making.

[Theresa Mofana @botma2006]

@Radio702 Good morning. How do I reach out with the issue regarding the whiz quiz on Bongani's show? I have emailed, sent WA and phone line doesn't get answered. I haven't received any response to my email and whatsapp messages. Greatly appreciate your assistance in advance.

[Theresa Mofana @botma2006]

@DKIS_UCT Congratulations on your new role Prof Raju...so proud of you!!!!

[Dept of Knowledge & Info Stewardship at UCT @DKIS_UCT]

Congrats to our HOD, Professor Jaya Raju, for appointment as Deputy Dean in the Humanities Faculty
https://t.co/dBypQjEsBN
#dkis #HOD #deputydean #LIS

[Theresa Mofana @botma2006]

@DrAminaYonis Quickthesis

[PhD_Genie @PhD_Genie]

Collecting papers for literature review

[Reads with Ravi @readswithravi]

@LizWiseman @DM_Rubenstein @garyvee Thank you for going through the thread. Follow me at @readswithravi for more book learning, reviews, and lessons. Teach or share with others what you learn, that's how we grow.

Retweet the first tweet so you can share these reads with others.

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[Theresa Mofana @botma2006]

We are super proud of you Dr P Letsie!!!!! You are indeed the voice for the marginalised....well done!!!

[Puleng Letsie @PulengL]

I am truly honoured. Thank you for this @UncensoredNewsL & Mme @PascalinahK 🙏😍

[Puleng Letsie @PulengL]

I am truly honoured. Thank you for this @UncensoredNewsL & Mme @PascalinahK 🙏😍

[Justin McMillan @justinwmcmillan]

I Wish You Enough…
At an airport, I overheard a father and daughter in their last moments together. They had announced her plane's departure and standing near the door, he said to his daughter, "I love you, I wish you enough.”

She said, "Daddy, our life together has been more than enough. Your love is all I ever needed. I wish you enough, too, Daddy." They kissed good-bye, and she left. He walked over toward the window where I was seated. Standing there, I could see he wanted and needed to cry. I tried not to intrude on his privacy, but he welcomed me in by asking, "Did you ever say good-bye to someone knowing it would be forever?"

"Yes, I have," I replied. Saying that brought back memories I had of expressing my love and appreciation for all my Dad had done for me. Recognizing that his days were limited, I took the time to tell him face to face how much he meant to me. So I knew what this man was experiencing.

"Forgive me for asking, but why is this a forever good-bye?" I asked.

"I am old, and she lives much too far away. I have challenges ahead, and the reality is her next trip back will be for my funeral," he said.

"When you were saying good-bye, I heard you say, 'I wish you enough.' May I ask what that means?"

He began to smile. "That's a wish that has been handed down from other generations. My parents used to say it to everyone." He paused for a moment, and looking up as if trying to remember it in detail, he smiled even more.

"When we said 'I wish you enough,' we were wanting the other person to have a life filled with enough good things to sustain them," he continued, and then turning toward me, he shared the following as if he were reciting it from memory.

"I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude bright.
I wish you enough rain to appreciate the sun more.
I wish you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive.
I wish you enough pain so that the smallest joys in life appear much bigger.
I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting.
I wish you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess.
I wish you enough 'Hellos' to get you through the final 'Good-bye.'"

He then began to sob and walked away.

[Interesting things @awkwardgoogle]

Some fold techniques

[Prof Lennart Nacke, PhD @acagamic]

Having to write paralyzes many junior academics.

3 days ago, I read an article called Draft No. 4.

John McPhee, a non-fiction legend, wrote it.

Here are 9 things I learned from it about writing:

1. Writing is difficult by default

Writing is inherently challenging.
Acknowledge and understand this.
Struggles are a normal part of writing.

2. We all face blocks sometimes

Writer's block is not a sign of incompetence.
Even the most successful writers face blocks.
It's a universal challenge in your writing journey.

3. Write anything to get the pen flowing

McPhee suggests starting to write anything.
Even unrelated writing gets the words flowing.
For example, begin writing a letter to your mother.

4. The first draft is the hardest

The first draft is often the most difficult.
For me, it's the slowest part of my writing.
It's where most doubts and frustrations occur.

5. Revisions rock

Revision is a crucial part of writing.
Real writing often starts after draft 1 is done.
Other drafts will improve your work significantly.

6. Persistence pays off

Persistence is key in writing.
Keep working on a piece despite challenges.
This leads to progress and eventual success.

7. Embrace the writer's mind

Your mind is set on writing your piece.
This writer's mind often continues to work.
You improve or refine ideas even when you don't write.

8. Every creator has self-doubt

Nobody cares about your work as much as you.
Self-doubt is a common & normal part of writing.
It is a checkpoint for your commitment to the craft.

9. Your voice will find you

Young writers often imitate others.
Then they find their own unique voice later.
It's natural & crucial for developing a unique style.

I got so much inspiration from McPhee's article.
If you haven't read Draft No. 4 by McPhee:
Read it now.

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Consider sharing it ♻️ so other people can see it too.
And if you like, check out my profile to find out more.

Have a wonderful day. 🫶

[karen zoid @karenzoid]

Our deepest gratitude and love to you @SiyaKolisi More than a captain. More than a rugby player. Humility, grit and courage. Human among humans. ❤️🙏

[Theresa Mofana @botma2006]

Congratulations Mr Laz Serobe!!!!

[DALRO @TheDALRO]

Stepping onto the international stage

We are pleased to announce that our Managing Director, Laz Serobe, has been elected as one of the newly appointed @pdln_info Board Members.🥂

#DALROLaunch #PDLN

https://t.co/ZqfAoqHVsp

[DALRO @TheDALRO]

Stepping onto the international stage

We are pleased to announce that our Managing Director, Laz Serobe, has been elected as one of the newly appointed @pdln_info Board Members.🥂

#DALROLaunch #PDLN

https://t.co/ZqfAoqHVsp

[Theresa Mofana @botma2006]

100%

[Ulrich Janse van Vuuren @UlrichJvV]

Sorry to say but @Radio702 #LetsWalkTheTalk was a badly planned event at Maropeng Cradle of Humankind. Can’t let walkers be on adjacent dirt road with cars/busses. It was a dusty mess and 3 hour traffic situation to get in or out. Please pick a different venue next year #WTT702

[Theresa Mofana @botma2006]

@Radio702 Happy for those who managed to get there. Some of us were robbed of the experience by being left stranded at park and ride....how 😥
Such a disaster!!!!!