Meet Dr Emmanuel Ogamdi on Medium
A medical doctor and book author with a mental health focus
In this post, we want to introduce you Dr Emmanuel Ogamdi, who contributes to our publications on Medium. Our diverse, inclusive, and supportive publications hosting stories of 24,000+ writers include:
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Dr. Ogamdi, a prolific writer whose remarkable journey began on a Wednesday morning, January 11th, 1995, in Nigeria, where he was born into a devout family deeply entrenched in pious life. So, he grew up in the shadows of the church.
Growing up under the guidance of his parents, Dr. Ogamdi developed a fervent passion for reading, fostered by his father’s weekly tradition of bringing home newspapers, igniting a lifelong love for diverse knowledge and eventually leading him to explore the realm of writing.
He had a passion for writing in his childhood. Crafting his inaugural book at the tender age of nine — a children’s story — marked the inception of his literary expedition, albeit without publication.
Guided by the resilience and dedication of his hardworking parents, Dr. Ogamdi obtained a fundamental education, growing into a responsible elder sibling. Being the first child, his parents also taught him from an early age to care for and cater to his younger ones.
His quest for learning led him beyond Nigeria at 19, pursuing a medical degree in China while actively engaging in student politics and establishing a business bridging China and Nigeria.
Returning to Nigeria, he practiced medicine before venturing into clinical psychology and psychotherapy training, presently undergoing professional development in the field.
His debut book in 2022, “NOBODY WILL TELL YOU THIS: A guide to taking back control of your life,” draws insights from his church upbringing and experiences in a communist state, challenging conventional ideas about free will in decision-making.
His book is transformative and challenges the core perceptions shaping our world. While countless books delve into politics, religion, education, and society, few dare to explore the profound link between these pillars and our innate fears.
His book unveils the unseen ties binding modern society to the primal instinct of fear. Within these pages lies an exposé, revealing how societal norms subtly mold our choices through the lens of fear.
Offering a wide-ranging appeal, his book transcends borders, resonating with politicians, educators, religious followers, activists, philosophers, and avid readers alike. It’s a thought-provoking journey into the shared realities that unite us all.
He also writes non-fiction stories. His writing goal is to stir a conversation. For this reason, he enjoys writing on social issues that sometimes border on controversial, sparking conversations on societal concerns, including a thought-provoking piece on suicide.
Notably, Dr. Ogamdi avoids technology-themed writing, preferring to explore topics that fuel his curiosity and familiarity, eschewing those that do not stimulate his creative energies or interests.
Outside his ventures, Dr. Ogamdi enjoys reading and watching football. He is a huge fan of Chelsea FC. He reads non-fiction (economics, politics, and books that border on social issues — one of his favorite books so far is Sapiens written by Yuval Noah Harari).
With an ardent love and an unwavering dedication to writing on topics that provoke dialogue, Dr. Ogamdi embodies an intellectually curious and impassioned voice in the literary landscape.
Here is the book review of Dr Emmanuel Ogamdi by Dr Mehmet Yildiz on Medium.com.
We selected a few sample stories for you to explore his art of expression and self-discovery through written words, giving us valuable life lessons.
3 Surprising Lessons I’ve Learned from Falling in Love First Time
On Vices and Guilty Pleasures
The Gender Pay Gap Doesn’t Exist
Who Discovered the Niger River?
Why Is Your Religion Better Than Mine?
Why Don’t We Teach Black History and Slave History in Schools in Africa?
Are Transgender Women Real Women?
The Mystery of Pain
Will the Noise About the Climate Crisis Ever End?
Thank you for reading these beautiful and meaningful stories.
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