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Yes, enough is enough
It has been said that when you compare yourself with others, two things can happen and both are harmful: you may decide you are better than other people, or you may conclude that other people are better than you, which will leave you feeling unsettled dissatisfied and discouraged. As one commentator observed: “For some people, the pleasure of having something good is drained as soon as they see someone else with something better. Our sense of contentment is created or destroyed by comparisons. A life consumed with unfulfilled wants is an affliction. The antidote is the concept of ‘enough.’”
It’s a common tendency to measure our self-worth by our possessions. But the world’s happiest people are not the most prosperous—they have simply learned to distinguish between needs and wants, between sufficiency and abundance. They still set goals, strive for excellence and do their best to succeed. But their peace and contentment come more from what they give than from what they have. They know that “enough is enough.”
We all know such happy people; they’re found all over the world, in every social class and economic situation. We know people who also seem to have so much but remain unsatisfied. The truth is, we can never acquire enough of what we don’t really need. Endlessly searching and striving for more and better can lead to sleepless nights and unhappy days. The sooner we discover the joy of “enough,” the sooner we will find peace, even in the midst of life’s reversals and misfortunes.
When we’re young, we think about how much better life will be when we have more money. When we’re older and have more money, we look back and remember the happy times when we had so little. Almost everywhere we turn, money seems to be a focal point. Game shows and lotteries hold out the succulent carrot of being rich. It becomes the dream of many—too often at a very high cost.
Most of us are familiar with the phrase “Money is the root of all evil.” Money has its rightful place—we need it to pay for the necessities of life. It’s not money that’s the root of evil, but rather the love of money. To spend life in constant pursuit of making more and more can become an obsession. The goal to be wealthy can take over a person’s life. Henry Fielding observed, “Make money your god, [and] it will plague you like the devil.” When it becomes our driving force, it’s then that we lose sight of what really matters.
A man took a serious look at his life and determined that it had become out of balance. Climbing the financial ladder of success was eating up the precious days, weeks and years of his young family’s life. He realised that too soon his children would be grown and gone, and that his relationship with his wife was gradually diminishing into the shadow of his corporate career. He made the difficult decision to step down a rung on the ladder of success and give himself more time with his family. Ancient Chinese wisdom says, “He who knows he has enough is rich.”
A woman who had worked hard to achieve the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of a company, spending nearly every waking hour on the job, came to the realisation that enough is enough. She and her husband re-evaluated their life goals and what they wanted to do with their time. She decided to quit work, and he to cut back on his hours. They now have time to enjoy each other and their children, and have time also to serve in their church and community. It’s no longer important for them to drive new fancy cars nor have a big, elaborate home. They have genuine joy in their life. Money has now taken its place as their friend instead of their enemy.
One elderly woman learned this truth as she adjusted to her new home. It was much smaller than the house where she raised her family, but she grew to love the window that looked out on the courtyard. She became grateful for a smaller kitchen, fewer rooms to dust and decorate, but just enough space to welcome her loved ones. Her new home was enough to meet her needs, and she was happy in it.
Yes, improvement and betterment are vital, but bigger is not always better, and less is often more. Ultimately, the most fortunate people are not those who have what they want but those who want what they have.
By Samuel Enos Eghan
Police have retrieved all buried body parts of Joyce Akua Ampomaa, a 40-year-old trader allegedly murdered at Awutu Bentum in the Central Region.
The remains have been deposited at the Police Hospital Mortuary for preservation and autopsy, while investigations continue, Commissioner of Police Lydia Yaako Donkor, Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), said at a press briefing in Accra.
She stated that the suspect, a 25-year-old fetish priest, was arrested by the Homicide Unit of the CID after the mutilated body of the deceased was discovered in a bush on the outskirts of Awutu Bentum on March 10, 2026.
Police said the Asafoatse of Awutu Bentum reported the discovery to the Jei Krodua Police Station after the body was found with the head and both legs severed.
Investigations revealed that she had previously sought herbal treatment from the suspect in 2025 and returned on March 4, 2026, for spiritual assistance.
The suspect allegedly lured her into a bush, attacked her with a cutlass, killed her, dismembered the body, and concealed the remains.
During interrogation, the suspect allegedly admitted to the offence and disclosed that he buried the head at Mafi Avedo in the Volta Region and the legs at his residence at Awutu Bentum.
He was arraigned before the Adabraka District Court on March 13, 2026, and remanded into custody.
The court granted an exhumation order, enabling Police to retrieve the buried body parts.
On March 17, 2026, the suspect led investigators to Mafi Avedo, where the deceased’s head was exhumed.
On March 18, 2026, he led Police to Awutu Bentum for a reconstruction of the incident and to locations where the legs and destroyed mobile phones were retrieved.
At the crime scene, located on a cassava farm, the suspect allegedly identified the spot of the attack, the deposition of the body, and a pit where bloodstained items were buried.
Pathologists later exhumed the legs at his residence opposite the Chief’s Palace.
Police noted that community members had demolished the suspect’s residence and shrine, affecting retrieval of the suspected murder weapon and other exhibits.
COP Donkor commended officers for their professionalism and expressed appreciation to international partners, including INTERPOL, the Australian Federal Police, and authorities in Togo, for their collaboration. –GNA
The Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) Ladies Association (GRIDLASS) has commemorated this year’s Women’s Day celebration with a strong call for increased empowerment, inclusion, and equity for women in leadership and decision-making spaces.
Held under the theme, “Empowered women: Accelerating equity in power and leadership” last Friday, the event brought together management, staff, and distinguished guests to reflect on the critical role women continue to play in national development and the energy sector.
Delivering the keynote address, renowned communications specialist and Chief Executive Officer of Strategic Communications (StratComm) Africa, Esther Cobbah, urged women to embrace confidence, competence, and collaboration as essential tools for breaking barriers and advancing into leadership positions.
She emphasised that empowering women was not merely a social responsibility but a strategic necessity for organisational growth and national progress.
According to her, institutions must intentionally create opportunities that promote fairness, mentorship, and equal participation for women at all levels of leadership.
“Women must be encouraged and supported to take up leadership roles, not only for their personal advancement but also for the benefit of society as a whole,” she stated.
Mrs Cobbah further challenged women to continuously build their capacity, pursue excellence, and support one another in professional spaces.
The celebration also highlighted the achievements and contributions of women within GRIDCo, particularly in the traditionally male-dominated power sector.
Speaking at the event, the President of GRIDLASS, Azara Amadu reaffirmed the company’s commitment to promoting professional development, mentorship, and welfare initiatives that aim to empower female staff.
She noted that the association would continue to champion programmes that inspire women to rise into influential roles while contributing meaningfully to the growth of the organisation and the country.
She cited the appointment of the first and current Board Chair of GRIDCo, Kuukua Maurice Ankrah, as a remarkable achievement, expressing hope that the company would soon have its first female CEO.
The event featured a panel discussion centered on leadership and experiences, networking sessions, gender equity, and women’s empowerment and the launch of GRIDLASS leadership and excellence recognition awards.
Participants described the celebration as insightful and inspiring, expressing optimism that sustained efforts toward equity and inclusion would help shape a more balanced and progressive workplace.
From Ken Afedzi, Tema
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