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African Father In America podcast (AFIA Podcast) is produced by One Vibe Media and hosted by Simon Javan Okelo. AFIA Podcast has become a staple for many people across the African Diaspora globally. The podcast is a sacred space with over 650k views on YouTube, has attracted over 5,000 members in the African Father in America Club on Clubhouse, has been downloaded more than 150,000 times, has published over 315 episodes that feature African spiritual leaders, poets, entrepreneurs, authors, non-profit leaders, activists, and other guests that have been hosted since February 2020 when AFIA Podcast was first broadcasted.
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Friday Jul 22, 2022
Friday Jul 22, 2022
Greetings Village!
#DailyAfricanProverbs takes us to #Mauritius
The proverb says: "The chameleon looks in all directions before moving."
The chameleon is a restless creature, always on the move in search of food. But before it takes a single step, it looks in all directions, over every branch and around every tree. That's because the chameleon knows that danger could be lurking anywhere.
This cautious behavior is reflected in today's African proverb. Chameleon only crosses when he is sure it is safe. This proverb teaches us that we should be just as careful as the chameleon when making decisions in life. We should take our time to consider all the options and consequences before taking action. Otherwise, we may end up in a dangerous situation.
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Thursday Jul 21, 2022
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
In life, there are things we're afraid of. And for children, one of the biggest fears is getting beaten by their parents. But what if I told you that there's a way to get them to open up? That's right, I'm talking about using psychology. In this episode, I'm going to show you how to get a child who is afraid of being beaten to open up and tell you the truth. Stay tuned.
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"A child who fears beating, would never admit that he played with a missing knife." is a Nigeria Proverb
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Wednesday Jul 20, 2022
Wednesday Jul 20, 2022
In this episode, we'll talk about how to turn tough times into opportunity. A lot of people get discouraged when things don't go their way, but the truth is that these are the times when we need to be the most resourceful. So if you're feeling down, don't worry because my guest and I will show you how to turn it around and make something positive come out of it.
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"Fire devours the grass, but not the roots." is a Mozambique Proverb
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Tuesday Jul 19, 2022
Tuesday Jul 19, 2022
Do you want to live a successful and happy life? In this episode, I'm going to show you how the power of proverbs can help you do just that.
Hey, my name is Simon Javan Okelo and I believe that the wisdom of proverbs can help us live our best lives. In this video, I'm going to share with you today's proverb and how I've been able to apply it to my everyday life. Stay tuned.
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"If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." is a Gambia Proverb
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Monday Jul 18, 2022
Monday Jul 18, 2022
Anger is a very powerful emotion. It can make us do things that we regret and it can also affect our health. In this episode, we talk about how to control your anger in order to live a happier life.
Hey everyone, my name is Simon Javan Okelo and I know anger can be a real problem for a lot of people. It's something that can ruin relationships, careers, and even our health. In this video, we'll talk about some simple techniques on how to control your anger so you can live a happier life.
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"Because a man has injured your goat, do not go out and kill his bull." is a Kenyan Proverb
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Friday Jul 15, 2022
Friday Jul 15, 2022
Listen up, there is no such thing as a truly effortless journey. Everything we do in life has a cost, even if that cost is just our time.
I'm sure you've heard the saying that You cannot climb to the mountain top without crushing some weeds with your feet. The same applies to our lives. We often hear about people who have seemingly achieved great success with little effort, but what they don't tell you is that it took them years of hard work and dedication to get there. So before you go on your next journey, remember that nothing comes for free and it's going to take some effort on your part. Thanks for listening.
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"You cannot climb to the mountain top without crushing some weeds with your feet." is a Chad Proverb
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Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
There is a lot of wisdom behind African proverbs, and in this video I'm going to share with you some of my favorite ones.
Hey there, my name is Simon Javan Okelo and I want to talk to you about African proverbs. A lot of people don't know this, but Africa has a rich culture with a lot of wisdom that can be found in their proverbs. In this video I'm going to share with you some of my favorite ones. So sit back and enjoy.
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"The same sun that melts wax is also capable of hardening clay." is a Nigeria Proverb
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Wednesday Jul 13, 2022
Wednesday Jul 13, 2022
In this episode, I'm going to talk about the importance of healing yourself before you can start healing others.
Hey there, my name is Simon Javan Okelo and in this video I want to talk about the importance of self-healing. A lot of people make the mistake of trying to help others before they've helped themselves and it just doesn't work. You need to be strong and healed from within if you want to help others. So let's dive in!
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"Before healing others, heal yourself." is a Gambia Proverb
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Tuesday Jul 12, 2022
Tuesday Jul 12, 2022
Honesty is the best policy.
You've probably heard this saying before, and it's true. When you're honest, people know they can trust you. It may be hard in the beginning, but in the end, it's always worth it. I'm going to show you how honesty can help your relationships, your career, and even your health. Stay tuned.
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"Path of a liar is very short." is a Tanzania Proverb
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Monday Jul 11, 2022
Monday Jul 11, 2022
You're about to hear the wisdom of one old proverb from Chad. This is proverb talks about the power of humility and how it can lead to greater success.
Many people think that in order to be successful, you have to be arrogant and cocky. But what if I told you that being humble is actually the key to greater success? That's right, humility is one of the most powerful traits a person can have and in this episode, you're going to learn why.
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"If you are filled with pride, then you will have no room for wisdom." is a Chad Proverb
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