Life is full of paradoxes. I'm promoted to write this article as a result of my recent encounter with people who got broken for their goodness. Igbo people will always say this prayer "Ogom egbulemu" meaning, my goodness won't kill me. One of the most painful questions we often ask is, Why do good people suffer?  Why do those who are kind, selfless, and honest face hardship, while those who deceive and exploit seem to thrive? Recently, I met someone who faced betrayal in his work place, all because he refused to compromise his standards. David is the kind of man who believes in hard work and integrity.  As a civil servant, he refused to take bribes or engage in shady deals, even when his colleagues pressured him. "Better to sleep with a clear conscience," he always said. A big contract came up in his office, and David, being the most qualified, expected to be promoted to handle it.  But because he wouldn’t play politics or bribe his superiors, the opportun...