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Inspiration

July 31

This Honor Student Says, Don't Let Your Failure Define You

"This is for everyone that has failed. Do not let it define you, let it fuel you."

Every time graduation season rolls around, we meet a new set of hard working individuals who have a bright future ahead of them. One such promising fresh graduate is Gia Santos Evangelista, a University of the Philippines Diliman student poised to graduate
Inspiration

July 27

UP Clark's First-Ever Summa Cum Laude Is A Mom Of Two

This mom was determined to graduate because she didn't finish her first course due to financial problems. And she did it with flying colors.

Becoming a mom is challenging on its own, but Chrisdie Mycel Ruzol proves that parents can still achieve their dreams, through faith and with the support of people around them.The 28-year-old mom based in Mabalacat, Pampanga shared her journey of graduating Summa
Inspiration

October 24

Higit Php25 Million Ang Namana Ng Pinay Domestic Helper Sa Amo

Nagmamay-ari na siya ngayon ng five-storey building at ilang negosyo.

Meet Daisy Bucad-Eng, isang dating domestic helper sa Hong Kong.Si Daisy ay isa na ngayong milyonarya. Pinamanahan siya ng PHP25 milyon ng kanyang namayapang amo.May pag-aari si Daisy ngayon ng five-story building, lupain, bahay, alahas, at pera.Si Daisy ay taga-Mountain Province na
Kids with Special Needs

October 16

Celebrities Open Up About ADHD And Down Syndrome

Unconditional love serves as a form of healing

Around the world, October is celebrated as an awareness month for ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) and Down syndrome.In the Philippines, National Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Awareness Week starts every third week of October. We celebrate National Down Syndrome Consciousness Month in February.ADHD is one of the
Inspiration

October 10

Kuwento Ng Tagumpay Ng Dating Namamasura At Negosyante Na Ngayon

Iginapang ni Joy Binuya ang pag-aaral hanggang nakapagtapos bilang magna cum laude.

Si Joy Binuya, ang kanyang mga kapatid, at ang kanilang ina ay nangangalakal ng basura sa Payatas, Quezon City, para kumita at may makain.Noon iyon. Ngayon, si Joy, 30, ay nagmamay-ari ng negosyo.Distributor siya ng beauty essentials at mayroon siyang labing-apat na
Inspiration

October 25

Dancing Security Guard Goes Viral On Tiktok With His Dance Moves

He also has a heartwarming story before he shot to fame.

Earlier this month, a video of a dancing security guard quickly went viral after a Facebook user named Matet Gerona uploaded a clip that showed off his impressive dance moves. Not only were netizens entertained by his killer steps, it also showed
Inspiration

October 14

Carlos Yulo's Gymnastic Career Started at a Public Park in Manila

The young athlete’s story is proof that hard work and determination pays off.

Carlos “Caloy” Yulo’s journey to the 49th World Artistic Championships started at Paraiso ng Batang Maynila, a public park near Manila Zoo, where he and his siblings liked to play with their friends.“Mayroong isang batang atleta ng gymnastics, tumbling siya ng tumbling sa
Big Kids

October 2

6-Year-Old Boy Teaches Pinay Mom an Important Lesson on Kindness

The stay-at-home-mom’s post went viral and struck a chord with fellow parents.

With kids, every moment is a teaching opportunity. But sometimes, instead of the parents doing the teaching, it’s the young ones who surprise us with their innocence and wisdom. Mom Jheezel Orbina Panga experienced this firsthand when her 6-year-old son, Alh, taught
Inspiration

July 23

Huwag Asamin na Maging Valedictorian, Sabi ng Summa Cum Laude na Ito

Hindi grades ang nag-udyok sa summa cum laude na ito para magtagumpay.

Taun-taon, marami ang mga estudyanteng nagtatapos nang may karangalan sa Enderun Colleges, pero iisa lamang ang valedictorian na siyang magbibigay ng graduation speech. Maaring maging valedictorian ang kahit sino sa mga magtatapos na cum laude, at ang panel ang siyang magpapasya kung
Inspiration

June 27

Breakthrough Junior Challenge Winner from PH Goes to MIT

Her love for science was cultivated by her parents who told her stories of scientists.

While other children were read fairytales as a kid, 19-year-old Hillary Diane Andales was told stories of scientists making an impact in the world. Now, the teen is on her way to becoming one herself. After winning an international science competition in
Inspiration

June 19

Girl From Cambodia's Smokey Mountain Gets Scholarship in Australia

Born poor, she only started school at 11 years old. But that didn't stop her from achieving her dreams.

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” —Nelson MandelaMore than a decade ago, Sophy Ron was just one of the faceless and nameless children living in a garbage dump in the city of Phnom Penh
Real Parenting

May 10

Janice Lao Is One of the Top Environmental Scientists

Janice Lao’s journey into the STEM field is an inspiring story of perseverance.

When a multi-awarded Filipina shares how she feared math as a subject from first grade through her college years and yet grew up to become a world-renowned scientist, you sit up, listen and take lots of notes. That’s exactly what I did
Inspiration

April 17

Kasambahay Finishes College and Graduates as Magna Cum Laude

She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Education - Major in English at 30 years old

Thirty-year-old Grace Labrador Bacus proves that it's never too late to pursue your dreams. Grace has inspired many people on social media as she shared the story of how she was able to finish her studies. Grace earned a bachelor's degree in
Inspiration

March 17

Pilot Surprises Parents With Heartfelt Message

Captain Genesis Bernardo achieved his dream of having his parents as passengers and he made sure it will be an unforgettable moment.

The voice belonged to their son, Captain Genesis Bernardo, who at that very moment finally achieved his long-held dream since he became a pilot: To have his parents as passengers on the plane he is flying.On Sunday, March 10, Genesis uploaded photos
Inspiration

March 7

Pinay Mom Gives a Yaya Her Designer Wedding Gown

It warms our hearts to share what is undoubtedly not a yaya horror story.

We often hear of yaya horror stories. So we're glad we get to share a positive story where moms rallied together to help make a yaya's dream come true.Anna* is a mom of two who has had her share of difficult yayas. Since she had her
Inspiration

December 30

CEO Shares How Solar Energy Helps Housewives Earn Extra Income

Residents in her solar-powered communities are showcasing their entrepreneurial spirit and earning extra income

Most of the conversation around solar energy and solar-powered areas revolves around its beneficial effect to the environment. As a renewable resource, solar energy is a much more sustainable alternative to coal, gas and similar sources of power widely used today.But Emma
Inspiration

October 28

Kasambahay graduates magna cum laude

He says, "Let us not be afraid in facing challenges. Let's pursue our dreams."

Jarel Barcelona Tadio, a "proud kasambahay" who finished his college degree with Latin honors, is a great inspiration for young dreamers.He recently graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor's degree in hospitality industry management from the Cagayan State University.His life was featured
Real Parenting

August 17

This Mom of Eight Couldn't Say No to an Abandoned Baby. She Was 53

She had four biological children and fostered four siblings. She asked God why she had to find this baby.

When Lollette Oliva-Alipe, 61, wrote to us with her intent to share her family’s story, we first fixated on her marriage. She has been married to her husband Em for 38 years, but they separated for five years during those almost four decades. As we
Tweens & Teens

April 1

This 14-Year Old Doesn't Let Severe Hearing Loss Stop Her From Being Heard

She suffers from Bilateral Sensorineural Hearing Loss, which was diagnosed when she was a toddler.

One of mom and dad’s proudest moments is when their child graduates. It doesn’t matter whether she receives an award or not — seeing their son or daughter walk up that graduation stage is accomplishment enough. It's this “proud parent” moment that
Real Parenting

January 19

How to Raise Your Kids to Be Brave, According to Someone Who Has Lived in Fear

This woman who inspires to say hello to their fears offers lessons even grown-ups need.

Here at SmartParenting.com.ph, we’ve always emphasized the importance of teaching your kids grit. As parents, we want them to know the concept of failure and help them get comfortable with the idea so that they can grow up to be confident, brave, and

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