Nigeria, April 21 -- Happiness is a complex pursuit. It dances to different rhythms in different hearts. For some, it's the comfort of financial independence; for others, it's the quiet joy of belonging, peace, or love. While financial and academic intelligence are often elevated as key ingredients for a good life, the truth remains: they are not always enough. A bank account can be full, and a resume impressive, yet the soul may still be impoverished if one lacks the silent wisdom of emotional intelligence-humility, patience, empathy, and the ability to connect with others in meaningful ways.

We live in a world where some find joy amid scarcity, nurturing peace in homes where there's more struggle than luxury. They find strength in adap...