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When You Accept, You Win: The Untold Secret to Inner Peace
When You Accept, You Win: The Untold Secret to Inner Peace.
By George Omagbemi Sylvester | Published by SaharaWeeklyNG.com
“Life is not about being better than someone else; it is about being better than you used to be.” ~ Wayne Dyer
Life is not a straight road; it twists and turns, stumbles and rises and often punches us in the gut when we least expect it. No one, not even the most privileged or the most pious, is promised constant happiness. In fact, to assume that life will always go your way is a dangerous illusion. The truth is that life can never guarantee happiness, but it does offer us the power to endure, grow and most importantly ACCEPT.
This acceptance is not weakness; it is power. It is the key to peace of mind in an unpredictable world. When we understand that there are things beyond our control (other people’s success, the circumstances of our birth, time, death, betrayal, loss, missed opportunities) and we choose to stop wrestling them, we begin to live freely. Acceptance does not mean surrender; it means clarity. It is the admission that some battles are not worth your mental health, your joy, or your future.
The Myth of Constant Happiness. We live in an age where social media sells the illusion that everyone else is doing better than us; smiling on yachts, attending million-dollar weddings, buying new homes, posing with luxury cars, launching billion-dollar start-ups. The pressure to “KEEP UP” can make people lose their sense of reality. Now here’s the truth: no one is happy all the time and nobody’s life is as perfect as it looks online.
According to a 2023 global study by Ipsos, over 45% of people worldwide reported feeling stress and anxiety daily, despite apparent success or wealth. The World Health Organization also confirmed that depression remains the leading cause of disability globally. What does this tell us? THAT HAPPINESS is not GUARANTEED by SUCCESS, MONEY or even LOVE. It is FOUND in MINDSET.
Acceptance is Freedom. When you accept that not everything will go your way, you eliminate unnecessary suffering. You accept that you are ahead of alot of people, but others are far ahead of you and that’s okay. Life isn’t a race; it’s a personal journey. Just like the MOON and the SUN, we all SHINE at different TIMES.
In the words of American author Mark Manson: “The desire for more positive experience is itself a negative experience. And, paradoxically, the acceptance of one’s negative experience is itself a positive experience.”
Acceptance allows you to breathe, think clearly and reset your focus on what you can control. It helps you detach from toxic comparison and walk your unique path with confidence.
COMPARISON is a THIEF. One of the worst habits modern society encourages is the constant COMPARISON of lives, COMPARISON kills JOY. It leads to DEPRESSION, ENVY, RESENTMENT and HOPELESSNESS.
Harvard University’s 75-Year Study on Adult Development (which remains one of the longest-running studies in the world) concluded that people who focused on personal growth and meaningful relationships were far more fulfilled than those who chased social status and compared their lives to others. In simpler terms, you will never be at peace if you constantly measure yourself against someone else.
Control What You Can. Accept What You Can’t.
You didn’t choose your birthplace, the color of your skin, your parents or your early financial background. Some people are born into WEALTH, others into WAR. Some get an early start in life, others crawl into progress through PAIN and FIRE. It is what it is, but here’s what you do control: your MINDSET, your DISCIPLINE, your REACTION, your WORK-ETHIC and your BELIEF-IN-YOURSELF. That is enough.
Billionaire entrepreneur Jack Ma, once rejected by 30 jobs and told he was “NOT GOOD ENOUGH,” said: “You should learn to smile when you fail, knowing that every setback is temporary. What you cannot change, you must learn to rise above.”
Real Growth Begins at ACCEPTANCE. Let us not confuse “ACCEPTANCE” with “RESIGNATION.” Acceptance is understanding the terrain; resilience is deciding to walk the terrain anyway. Once you accept that life isn’t fair, you become stronger. You stop waiting for a perfect opportunity and start building your own. You stop blaming others and start creating solutions.Every mature mind eventually comes to this realization: you are not entitled to an easy life. Life owes you nothing (not success, not justice, not love), but you owe yourself peace, sanity and purpose.
Balance Ambition with Grace. Being ambitious is great, it moves the world forward. Ambition without acceptance becomes poison. It turns into greed, restlessness and desperation. The healthiest ambition is the one balanced with the grace to accept when the timing IS NOT right or when life throws you curveballs.
Michelle Obama, in her memoir Becoming, stated: “Your story is what you have, what you will always have. It is something to own.”
Own your story. Whether you are behind, ahead or stuck in the middle, it is still your journey. You can not photocopy another person’s destiny.
You are Not Late, You are on Your Path. It is said that Colonel Sanders founded KFC at the age of 65 and Morgan Freeman got his breakout role at 52. Meanwhile, Mark Zuckerberg became a billionaire at 23. Different seasons, different timeliness, same potential for impact. Stop panicking. Life is not a ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL program. What matters is what you do with what you have, where you are. That is the path to real fulfillment.
Inner Peace is the Real Flex. What is more powerful than owning cars or properties? Inner peace. The ability to sleep at night without anxiety, bitterness or fear. The ability to laugh freely, love purely and live fully. Peace of mind is the luxury too many rich people DO NOT have.
In the words of spiritual teacher Eckhart Tolle: “Accept — then act. Whatever the present moment contains, accept it as if you had chosen it.”
This mindset changes everything. It creates emotional intelligence, mental stability and spiritual strength. You become less reactive, more intentional and more grateful.
The Bottom Line: Acceptance Is the Beginning of Power. This is not a call to give up. This is a call to wake up. To see life as it truly is; flawed, unpredictable, yet full of potential. To stop trying to control the wind and instead adjust your sails. To stop chasing shadows and start embracing the light within you. Let go of the illusion of constant happiness. Life will bruise you, humble you, test you. It will also shape you, teach you and (if you let it) transform you. The moment you accept that you are ahead of some and behind others, that life is both suffering and beauty, you find peace; and from peace, you find power.
“Happiness can exist only in acceptance.” ~ George Orwell
Written by George Omagbemi Sylvester
Published by SaharaWeeklyNG.com
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GEN CHRISTOPHER GWABIN MUSA SUPPORT INITIATIVE EXTENDS WARM BIRTHDAY FELICITATIONS TO PRESIDENT TINUBU ON 74TH BIRTHDAY
GEN CHRISTOPHER GWABIN MUSA SUPPORT INITIATIVE EXTENDS WARM BIRTHDAY FELICITATIONS TO PRESIDENT TINUBU ON 74TH BIRTHDAY
The Gen Christopher Gwabin Musa Support Initiative has extended heartfelt congratulations to His Excellency President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the occasion of his 74th birthday.
In a statement released to the press, the Initiative conveyed warm wishes for the President’s personal well-being and for his continued leadership of the nation. The statement, signed by the Convener, Ibrahim Dahiru Danfulani, Sadaukin Garkuwan Keffi/Betara Biu, expressed hope that the coming year would bring the President “renewed strength and more wisdom in guiding the nation.”
The statement further noted that the Grand Patron of the Initiative, His Excellency Gen Christopher Gwabin Musa, OFR, Minister of Defence of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, joined in celebrating the milestone. It added, “Wishing Your Excellency continued good health, vitality, and determination as you lead the country towards greater unity and progress.”
The message underscores support for President Tinubu’s administration and its national objectives, marking the birthday as an occasion to reaffirm commitment to the nation’s unity and advancement under his stewardship.
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Dominion City to Host Global Camp Meeting, “2 Nights of Glory” 2026 in Lagos, Enugu …Calls for Moral Renewal
*Dominion City to Host Global Camp Meeting, “2 Nights of Glory” 2026 in Lagos, Enugu
…Calls for Moral Renewal
Lagos – Dominion City has announced plans to host its annual Global Camp Meeting alongside a special “2 Nights of Glory” gathering in April 2026, with events scheduled to be held simultaneously in Lagos and Enugu.
The week-long programme is expected to draw tens of thousands of participants onsite and millions of virtual attendees from across the globe.
The Global Camp Meeting will run from Wednesday, April 1 to Monday, April 6, featuring daily sessions at 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The “2 Nights of Glory” is slated for Friday, April 3 and Saturday, April 4 at the Golden Heart Place, Km 22 Lekki-Epe Expressway, beside Lagos Business School, Ajah, Lagos.
Organised by Dominion City, a global church focused on raising transformational leaders, the conference will centre on revival, spiritual renewal, and practical teachings. This year’s theme, “Redigging the Wells of Our Fathers,” underscores a call to return to foundational values and principles.
Speaking ahead of the event, Nobbert Onaga, President, Golden Heart Foundation and Senior Pastor, DC Lagos & Europe, emphasised the need for moral reawakening as a pathway to national transformation. He described the Church as “the pillar and foundation of truth,” noting that the conference aims to confront moral decline and restore core values within society.
“We are going back to foundational truths that established the Church. These truths will help repair societal damage and reposition the Church as a source of hope and light,” Onaga said.
Also speaking, Shola Olapade, Senior Pastor of Dominion City Headquarters, highlighted the Church’s role in addressing ethical and cultural challenges, particularly among young people. He added that the programme would go beyond spiritual teachings to include sessions on artificial intelligence, innovation, business, media, arts, and career development.
“We are equipping people not just spiritually, but with relevant 21st-century skills to thrive in today’s world,” Olapade noted.
The conference will feature teachings and ministrations from a lineup of international ministers, including Dr. David Ogbueli, Dr. Charles Ndifon, Andres Bisonni, Pastor Randy Mitchell, Apostle Ikechukwu Peter Nnajiofor, Dr. Ferdinand Nweke, Apostle Ben Hanyani Ndobe, Evangelist Dan Scott, and Dr. Chiefo Ejiofobiri.
Music ministrations will also be led by notable gospel artists such as Grace Idowu, Rhema Onuoha, Once More Six, David Nkennor, Anthony Kani, and GUC.
Organisers disclosed that over 30,000 participants are expected to attend in person, with free transportation provided from designated locations across Lagos to ease access. In addition, free medical services will be offered daily, building on previous outreaches that benefited over 1,700 people.
To ensure safety and order, more than 200 traffic marshals will be deployed in collaboration with relevant authorities.
Beyond its spiritual impact, organisers project that the event will stimulate local economic activity across hospitality, transportation, and retail sectors.
The Global Camp Meeting remains a key platform for spiritual impartation, leadership development, and societal transformation, aligning with Dominion City’s mission to equip believers to influence their communities positively.
Participation is open to the public, with registration available online for both physical and virtual attendance. //END.//
*PHOTO CAPTIONS:*
L-R: Dr. Godwin Efobi, Head, Medical Team, Dominion City Headquarters (DCHQ); Pastor Shola Olapade, Senior Pastor, DCHQ; Pastor Nobbert Onaga, President, Golden Heart Foundation and Senior Pastor, DC Lagos & Europe; Pastor Chuks Anochie, Head of Security and Traffic Control, Dominion City Headquarters (DCHQ), Camp Meeting 2026; Pastor Josh Tim Vaduchi, Head of Event & Programmes, DCHQ, during the press briefing of the forthcoming Global Camp Meeting, held the weekend of 2026 at the Dominion City Headquarters (DCHQ), Lagos.
L-R: Pastor Chuks Anochie, Head of Security and Traffic Control, Dominion City Headquarters (DCHQ), Camp Meeting 2026; Pastor Shola Olapade, Senior Pastor, DCHQ; Pastor Nobbert Onaga, President, Golden Heart Foundation and Senior Pastor, DC Lagos & Europe; Dr. Godwin Efobi, Head, Medical Team, DCHQ; and Pastor Josh Tim Vaduchi, Head of Event & Programmes, during the press briefing of the forthcoming Global Camp Meeting, held over the weekend in 2026 at the Dominion City Headquarters (DCHQ), Lagos.
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Oloworo of Oworosoki Kingdom, Oba Babatunde Saliu, Felicitates President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at 74
Oloworo of Oworosoki Kingdom, Oba Babatunde Saliu, Felicitates President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at 74
By Adeyemi Obadimu
The Oloworo of Oworosoki Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba Babatunde Saliu, Elebo II, has extended warm felicitations to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the occasion of his 74th birthday.
In a goodwill message issued from his palace, the revered monarch described President Tinubu as a visionary statesman, a courageous reformer, and an indefatigable democrat whose lifelong commitment to nation-building continues to shape Nigeria’s progress.
Oba Babatunde Saliu praised the President’s unwavering dedication to public service, noting that his leadership has ushered in a new phase of economic reform, infrastructural renewal, and institutional strengthening across the country.
According to the monarch, the President’s Renewed Hope Agenda has begun yielding tangible relief and renewed confidence among citizens, reflecting his determination to reposition Nigeria for sustainable growth and prosperity.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has demonstrated exceptional resilience, strategic foresight, and a deep love for Nigeria. His administration’s bold initiatives are laying the foundation for long-term national transformation. At 74, he remains steadfast in his resolve to build a stronger, more united, and economically vibrant nation,” the monarch stated.
Oba Babatunde further commended the President’s legacy of leadership, describing him as a bridge-builder, a mentor to many leaders, and a symbol of democratic stability. He acknowledged the President’s decades of sacrifice and contribution to the advancement of democracy in Nigeria.
On behalf of the Oworosoki Kingdom, the royal father prayed for divine wisdom, sound health, and renewed strength for the President to successfully complete the noble reforms and developmental strides he has embarked upon for the benefit of all Nigerians.
“As Your Excellency marks 74 remarkable years, we pray that Almighty God grants you long life, continued wisdom, and the fortitude to steer our great nation toward greater heights. May your days be filled with strength and grace as you continue to serve Nigeria with distinction,” Oba Babatunde Saliu added.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu clocks 74 as a leader whose enduring influence, bold reforms, and steadfast patriotism remain central to Nigeria’s ongoing journey of national renewal.
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