By Christiana Afua Nyarko
Accra, June 19, GNA – Professor Goski Alabi, President of Laweh Open University, has described two newly launched books by Sub-Lieutenant Rebecca Owusu as a priceless and timeless gift that will inspire readers to overcome life’s challenges through faith, resilience and positive thinking.
Speaking as the special guest at the launch in Accra on Thursday, Prof. Alabi said the books; When Life Says No, Say Yes to Yourself, and Armour for the Soul: Overcoming Life’s Challenges as a Man, carry powerful messages capable of transforming lives and offering hope to people facing adversity.
Delivering remarks on behalf of Prof. Joshua Alabi, former Vice Chancellor of the University of Professional Studies, she congratulated the author, describing her as “a woman of courage and wisdom” whose writings would leave a lasting impact on generations.
Prof. Alabi said the titles reminded her of her childhood when her father introduced her and her siblings to inspirational books by Norman Vincent Peale, which helped shape her outlook on life.
“Those books laid the foundation for the woman I have become today. In the same way, Rebecca has given the world a priceless and timeless gift that can shape lives for years to come,” she said.
She noted that although people had little control over the circumstances into which they were born, they could choose how to respond to life’s challenges.
Everyone encountered moments when life appeared to say “no,” but the strength to move forward lay in choosing hope, faith and perseverance, she noted.
Sharing a personal experience, Prof. Alabi recounted how disappointing an A-Level examination result affected her so deeply that she became seriously ill and was temporarily unable to walk or speak.
However, with the support of her family, faith and determination, she recovered and eventually achieved academic success.
“One setback does not define your future. When life says no, it does not mean the end. Hold on to your dreams and aspirations and keep moving forward,” she advised.
The academic further encouraged people to develop a strong spiritual foundation, saying spirituality provides strength when human support systems fail.
She emphasised that beyond prayer and religious observance, individuals needed a deeper connection with a higher power to sustain them through difficult times.
Prof. Alabi commended Sub-Lt Owusu for inspiring others through her experiences and for documenting lessons from her life journey for the benefit of present and future generations.
Sub-Lieutenant Rebecca Owusu, a Senior Midwife and Rehabilitation Officer at the 37 Military Hospital, said the books were inspired by her personal struggles, disappointments and experiences of healing.
She explained that ‘When Life Says No, Say Yes to Yourself’ encouraged readers to rise above rejection, fear and self-doubt, while ‘Armour for the Soul’ addressed the emotional and psychological challenges faced by men.
The author announced that 50 per cent of proceeds from the sale of the books would be donated to support the Ghana Armed Forces Special Needs Centre project.
She urged more Ghanaians to embrace writing and knowledge-sharing as tools for personal growth and national development.
Sub-Lt Owusu also appealed to patrons to support the Special Needs Centre project, describing it as an important initiative aimed at improving care and training opportunities for children with special needs within the Ghana Armed Forces community.
The launch attracted senior military officers, health professionals, academics, clergy, family members and well-wishers to support a worthy cause.
GNA
Edited by Agnes Boye-Doe
Reporter: Christiana Afua Nyarko