Nigerian comedian Helen Paul  has opened up about navigating social pressures, managing personal insecurities, and balancing family expectations, offering candid insights into her life and the struggles many people face.Speaking on self-worth and the need for validation, Helen remarked, “Everyone has some level of inferiority complex. Sometimes, you want to impress people, snapping pictures with flashy cars like Bugattis to post online.

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But deep down, you’re only trying to convince yourself, not them. If you’re snapping Bugatti pictures to post on Instagram, you’re likely only impressing yourself. At the end of the day, it’s about feeling good within.”She emphasized the importance of internal validation, suggesting that chasing external approval often masks underlying self-doubt.

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Helen also touched on the misconceptions about wealth that come with being in the public eye. “When you’re on TV, family members often think you have so much money,” she said, sharing how her visibility led to heightened financial expectations from relatives.Illustrating her point, Helen recounted a personal anecdote.

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“My mum, for instance, would calculate feeding money for weeks and then call with a new figure,” she revealed, highlighting the unique pressures that arise from familial relationships.To manage these expectations, Helen adopted a creative strategy to maintain her peace while still supporting her family. “I started giving my mum’s twin sister money and told her to share it with my mum however she wanted.

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That way, I balanced the pressure without losing my peace,” she explained.Helen’s reflections shed light on the complex dynamics of public perception, personal insecurities, and familial responsibilities, resonating with many who grapple with similar challenges in their lives.

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