Olotu Funke

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  • Life Bits
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  • Meet Funke
  • Life Bits
  • Feminism
  • Poetry
  • Personal Style

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  • Feminism

    Let’s Talk – Is Virginity a Social Construct?

    January 31, 2021 /

    It’s been months since I have wanted to get on YouTube, Impostor syndrome has been telling me that I do not have anything to share. We both know it’s a lie so I am sharing this video as imperfect as it can be. I spoke about virginity being a social construct. Posting this is a big win for me, I would love to hear your thoughts and kindly subscribe to my YouTube channel.

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    Contraceptive Culture in Africa – An IUD Story

    January 28, 2021 /

    I will be sharing stories of women using contraceptives, there are so many gaps in knowledge – procedure, side effects & more that can only be told by women that have had the experiences and I aim to bridge the gap by sharing real stories. Just like we are doing with Abortion. Honestly, I hope you’ll read, learn and if you want to share your story, kindly send me a message on Twitter or an email to [email protected] Our baddie for today is a 24-year-old Nigerian lady that believes we should not be having sex like we are in 1972. When was the first time you heard of contraceptives I’ve…

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  • Abortion Stories,  Feminism

    Girl, I had a Safe Abortion in Nigeria

    January 17, 2021 /

    We started around 8 and I left the hospital a little before midnight. She asked if I had done this before and I said I hadn't. She asked because she wanted to know what my body could take. We started with pills that went under my tongue so they'd melt while I was receiving a drip.

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  • Life Bits

    2021 is For Boundaries|How not Setting Boundaries Affected Me

    January 5, 2021 /

    I am very familiar with feeling like one does not belong somewhere, feel like a burden, and not feel safe and seen with people around you. Because of my past with bullying, depression, and low self-esteem. These emotions are not new to me. And you know how we become what we would like to see in other people. Or is that my thing? I didn’t want people around me or people that come across me to feel those things with me. I would much rather they have a pleasant time with me in their lives or being around me. But like a lot of things, it went unchecked in my…

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    35 People Share Life Lessons from 2020

    December 29, 2020 /

    Boundaries only offend people who have none for you or themselves

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  • Life Bits

    Did I Stop Blogging? Here’s Why I was Away

    December 20, 2020 /

    Hi? I actually don’t know what to say. It’s been so long since you’ve heard from me. A lot has happened this year, the COVID-19 virus, the BLM movement, the SARS protest & more. I’m glad you’re here. Breathing, with me. That’s enough. Really, this year has been a lot. The reason for my unplanned break is not news to some of you but for the sake of new readers or existing readers that don’t follow me on social media. I’ll explain. Some months back, my blog was hacked; the hacker took complete control of my blog but I was able to get it back, lost all my contents because…

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  • Life Bits

    5 Things I Love About Periods

    May 9, 2020 /

    Hey you, how is the COVID-19 lockdown in your country? mine has been eased and I am worried, I hope they find a vaccine soon. The topic of my post is probably shocking to you. Especially my close friends. They know how I flow like a river, the pain, and the weird cravings that come with my period. I am about to see my period and I’ve been feeling good about it. Allow me to explain. I’m someone that loves to see the beauty in everything & I’ve decided to channel this positivity to my period. And also Kiran Gandhi is such a bad-ass, she ran the London Marathon during her period…

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  • Life Bits

    How I’m Dealing With Anxiety During A Pandemic

    April 3, 2020 /

    The day before yesterday, I wore a yellow crop top and thongs, danced in front of my mirror smiling and laughing at myself. On Sunday, after Our President declared the lock-down. I had a panic attack. I had been home for days before it was officially declared that there was going to be a lockdown in my state and other states. The reality of the situation finally set in. I knew what was going on, I knew how dangerous COVID-19 is and why the lockdown is the best way to handle the situation. The fewer people that get infected, the better. I could hear the sound of my heart beating, my hands…

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    Dear Diary – Today was The First Day of Therapy

    January 22, 2020 /

    I was nervous but not like soo nervous. Confused? well, that makes both of us. I had a photoshoot earlier with an old friend and I almost canceled the session. In fact, I did. She just did not see the message. My shoot was dragging and I was still nervous so I sent her a message about postponing. 30 minutes before the scheduled time I called and asked if she saw my message. She said she did not and asked if I was running late and I was like. You know what. Yes.  With the needed push from my friend. I went and was 5 minutes late.  I apologized. She…

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  • Life Bits

    2019 Recap; Taking stock & Moving Forward

    December 30, 2019 /

    It’s 8;15 pm 29th of December, 2019 and I am writing this post. 15 minutes earlier I felt like a failure and sad that I did not do much in 2019. I went on my Instagram page, not sure what I was looking for, tapped a picture and the caption I used was ‘Where ever you are right nowLet it teach you something.Be kind to yourselfOn the journeyAnd in the processOf who you are becoming’ MHN It was a quote by MHN and tears dropped on my cheeks and I continued reading my captions on Instagram and I felt better. Life has a funny way of making our wins look small and I…

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It’s been a long ass month for me, I’ve been e It’s been a long ass month for me, I’ve been existing, this was not the pride month I had planned🥲

I don’t know what I expected from adulting but the ghetto part was not it at all. Anyways we move and hope July comes with all the goodies.
Skies of blue☺️. A simple way to style up or d Skies of blue☺️. A simple way to style up or down an outfit is to change the shoes you’re wearing. Look 1 or 2. Let me know your fave👇🏾

#olotufunke #summeroutfitideas #1or2 #blackgirlsummer
“wounds filled with love. woman becoming.” - “wounds filled with love.
woman becoming.”

- Ijeoma Umebinyuo

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#olotufunke #womanbecoming
Hated my nose when I was much younger cause I used Hated my nose when I was much younger cause I used to get teased that it was big, then my dad told me to tell them that “it’s just like my daddy’s nose”. If you see my nose, you’ve seen my dads nose. 

That helped, it boosted my confidence until it didn’t. Through my teenage years, I would try to hide it, like I could😂. This, having acne with other things affected my self esteem. 

I started hating my smile, when I started modelling it was surprising to me cause I would not take a selfie - I was faking my confidence till I deeped that I’m actually getting somewhere with this thing. 

Fast forward to now, I’m still shy to smile sometimes in front of the camera but no one can convince me that I’m not that babe. Periodt!

It’s exhausting being a black woman, you’ll learn to love your skin color, black features, skin and/or hair issues and we are expected to be strong amongst other things. 

What sucks most with life is you’re not responsible for the things society considers ‘important’ and use to judge you. 

Not your gender, race and/or if you were born in generational wealth. 

You’re here and you have to overcome everything thrown at you. It’s silly but the journey is just as rewarding (sometimes).

What comes after the pain is an unshakeable self love and self believe that if I survived that, there’s nothing that can uproot me. 

Life is a journey and the only destination we are sure of is death so while you’re on your journey with self love or whichever journey you’re on. Remember to enjoy life as you go.

#blackgirlproblems #blackgirlswhoblogbeauty #ukcreator #olotufunke #acnepositivity
“When they call you, telling you how they wish y “When they call you, telling you how they wish you were never born. You listen to them call you a failure. You quietly cut the call and strip naked. You walk into your bathroom and turn on the shower. You cry your heart out. You come out dripping of swallowed excuses. You call me as you kneel on the bathroom floor telling me how badly you want to live. I tell you to hold on, I tell you sometimes the moon is too weak to be full. Today, there are just too many clouds. Just today. You say how weak your life has gotten. I listen to you curse God. I do not correct you. These suns don’t come easy anymore. I watch you peel your skin in silence. I watch you fight your fight in anger. You say, “yellow” and I say joy. You say “God,” baby, I say you.”

Excerpt From
Questions for Ada
- Ijeoma Umebinyuo
📷 @justinjamgbadi 
Edited by me. 

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You didn’t sneeze but I blessed your feed. x # You didn’t sneeze but I blessed your feed. x 

#blackgirlluxurylifestyle #blackgirlswhoblog #olotufunke #llandrindodwells #vacationspot
Needed a break. #travelbloggervibes #olotufunke Needed a break. 

#travelbloggervibes #olotufunke #blackgirltravels #pridemonth2022
“Even if you fall your hand, no forget say na yo “Even if you fall your hand, no forget say na you get your hand.”

Caption - @eloosunde 
📷 @vaishnavisam
I’ve been an over thinker for the most part, I a I’ve been an over thinker for the most part, I actually can’t remember not being one. ⁣
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I used to hate it and be mad at myself for overthinking little things. I have stopped because I realized how much my overthinking has protected me. ⁣
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Two things that has helped me is ⁣
1. Being sure of people’s intentions that I have around me⁣
2. Communicating properly. ⁣
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If I feel it, I’m going to say it in a way you understand. ⁣
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It’s easy for people to dismiss your feelings when they know you’re an over-thinker, some even weaponise it to be emotional manipulative. ⁣
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I saw this thread @t0nit0ne posted about overthinking in relationships and thought to share. ⁣
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If you’re an over thinker, one of the biggest mistakes you can make is settling for someone that cannot communicate properly, you will loose your shit. ⁣
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If you’re dating an over thinker, learn to communicate properly and more than half the problems that come from your partner overthinking will be solved. ⁣
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Are you an over thinker? Where are you right now? Struggling or finding balance?⁣
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📷 @justinjamgbadi 
#overthinkingquotes #mentalhealthawarness #olotufunke
My only regret is that I didn’t tell a lot of pe My only regret is that I didn’t tell a lot of people to leave me alone
I need a room full of mirrors so I can surround my I need a room full of mirrors so I can surround myself with winners ☺️
Dream big dreams girl. It will be okay. Happy inte Dream big dreams girl. It will be okay. Happy international women’s day ❤️

Illustrated by @aishaife_ 

#breakthebias #womensday2022 #happyinternationalwomensday #happyinternationalwomensday2022
Flexing my complexion ☺️ I have a YouTube vid Flexing my complexion ☺️

I have a YouTube video up where I shared how I moved from Nigeria to the UK, I was going through the questions you asked and realised that a lot of people want the complete process so why not? 

Link in bio to watch, don’t forget to share the video and subscribe to my YouTube channel 😘

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Blueberries are slowly becoming a fave of mine bec Blueberries are slowly becoming a fave of mine because apart from help in boosting immunity, studies have suggested that they could help your sex drive by increasing levels of dopamine and blood flow: two essential parts of sexual wellbeing. 

Studies show the berry helps blood circulation and dopamine release within the brain, creating a happy libido too! 🫐

@lovefreshberries have created a limited edition blueberry lube called Luberry and you can fill out the form in my bio if you want to be sent a free sample! (Link in bio)☺️

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One day at a time❤️March be nice to us.⁣ ⁣ One day at a time❤️March be nice to us.⁣
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I wish for peace, money & clarity this month, what do you want from this March? ⁣
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#olotufunke #ukcreatives #stylediaryuk ⁣#photodumps
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Olotu Funke

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This is a Travel preparation vlog for a road trip to Llandrindod Wells, Wales with my friend. In my following videos, I will show you how the trip went and everything you need to know about traveling to Llandrindod Wells, Wales.


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Travel Prep Vlog for Road Trip to Llandrindod Wells, Wales - Packing, thrifting...
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How to make chicken Curry
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In this Video I shared how I travelled from Nigeria to the UK as an international student in December 2020, my school resumed January 2021. 

If you want a more detailed video of each step, leave a comment below and let me know which.

I hope you find this video useful, don't forget to share.
Catch you in my next video Baddie 🖤

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The Process of Traveling from Nigeria to the UK as an international student 2021/2022
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Moved to the United Kingdom from Nigeria for my masters and finally having fun
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