My name is Joseph.
For many years, I worked hard to build my business.
I believed that honesty and trust were important values, especially when dealing with people.
I had a pickup vehicle that I had used for my daily work.
The vehicle had helped me earn a living, support my family, and handle many responsibilities.
One day, a man approached me because he wanted to buy it.
We discussed the price and agreed on the terms.
He told me he was serious and that the pickup would help him in his own business.
After negotiations, we agreed that he would pay part of the money immediately and complete the remaining balance within two months.
He paid half of the agreed amount.
Because we had a good conversation and he appeared trustworthy, I accepted the arrangement.
I believed his promise.
I thought:
“This is someone who will keep his word.”
The first weeks passed.
Then one month passed.
When the two months reached, I contacted him expecting him to complete the payment.
But things started changing.
My calls were no longer answered.
Sometimes the phone rang without a response.
Later, the phone was switched off completely.
I sent messages asking him when he would clear the balance.
There was no clear answer.
I became worried.
The money was important for my plans, and the agreement we had made was being ignored.
I decided to visit his home to talk face-to-face.
When I arrived, I hoped we would solve the issue peacefully.
But each time I went, he was unavailable.
His wife would tell me that he was busy or away at his workplace.
I returned several times hoping to find him, but the situation remained the same.
The frustration became heavy.
I felt disappointed because I had trusted his promise.
I did not want conflict.
I only wanted what belonged to me.
A friend noticed how much the situation was affecting me and advised me to seek traditional consultation from Dr. Magongo as part of a personal effort to find guidance and restoration.
I contacted Dr. Magongo and explained the situation.
I shared the agreement, the unpaid balance, and the difficulty I was facing trying to reach the buyer.
He listened and advised me to remain calm, continue seeking a peaceful solution, and avoid making decisions driven by anger.
He told me we must perform a symbolic recovery process prepared to represent seeking restoration and releasing the stress caused by the dispute.
The process represented hope, clarity, and finding a peaceful resolution.
After that period, something unexpected happened.
The man contacted me.
His attitude had changed.
He requested that we sit down and discuss the matter.
During our conversation, he admitted that delaying the payment had created unnecessary problems.
He apologized for avoiding my calls.
We agreed on a plan for him to complete the remaining payment.
When the matter was finally resolved, I felt relieved.
The experience taught me a valuable lesson.
Trust is important in business, but agreements should always be clear and properly documented.
A person’s promise can be meaningful, but protecting your business requires wisdom.
Today, whenever I make a deal, I ensure everything is properly recorded.
I still believe in helping people, but I also understand the importance of protecting what I have worked hard to build.
