Nollywood actress and filmmaker Bolaji Ogunmola has stressed the importance of keeping a small group of friends for better mental health.
In a video on her YouTube channel, she shared that she prefers a limited social network, valuing quality relationships over quantity.
Bolaji Ogunmola, who acknowledged having many colleagues and acquaintances, stated, “I don’t have a big circle of friends,” and “I have a lot of colleagues and acquaintances, but friends who truly know me are not as many.”
The actress also talked about helping others, advising her audience not to expect anything in return.
She remarked, “When you are helping people, never think of what you are going to get in return.
“As human beings, we have a bit of entitlement when it comes to helping people. ‘Oh, I gave this person something.’
“If you are going to do it with the expectation of something in return, I don’t think that is kindness.”
Bolaji Ogunmola emphasized the need to advocate for oneself, especially when facing negativity and injustice.
She encouraged people to stand up for themselves, saying, “When people are carrying negativity about you that is untrue, please stand up for yourself,” and added, “I used to say God will judge, karma will meet somebody somewhere. God will fight my battle.
“He does fight my battles. Speak up for yourself, especially in the face of injustice.”