Sturya Highlights
Welcome to Sturya Highlights a captivating exploration of living life to the fullest through the power of storytelling. In this category, we delve into the multifaceted aspects of our daily lives, offering insights, inspiration, and practical tips to enhance every facet of your lifestyle.
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Rooted in Her Story, Rising on Her Own Terms: Kathleen Besas’ Journey of Reckoning
She earned the degrees, climbed the ladder and reached the top; but it wasn’t until she reconnected with her roots that she truly found herself. To many of us, reaching the top is the ultimate feat, the greatest finish line. But for Kathleen Besas—a nurse of over 12 years and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)—it felt like a question mark. “I was a type A student,” Kat admitted. “An overachiever, a perfectionist. Because I was the eldest daughter who had to figure everything out…
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AWE PH Summit 2025: Real Stories of Women Who Dared to Dream
At the AWE Philippines Summit 2025, I witnessed what happens when 100 women refuse to let fear stand between them and their dreams. From mental health advocates to cheese pimiento entrepreneurs, these stories of resilience and innovation reminded me why every business deserves to be celebrated.
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Faith & Margelyn’s Unlikely Tale of Soul Sisterhood
From teacher–student to soul sisters, Faith Ido-Barrete and Margelyn Moncano-Cañon share how honesty, forgiveness and courage built an unbreakable bond.
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A Family Travel Guide to the Best Attractions in Clark, Pampanga 2025
Plan the perfect family weekend in Clark, Pampanga! Explore Clark Safari & Adventure Park, splash away at Aqua Planet and visit Dinosaurs Island for a fun-filled getaway. Get insider tips, real routes and family-friendly recommendations.
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Love Across Oceans: Mitus & Patrick’s Story
From long-distance love to an intimate beach wedding and a new baby in the UK—how Mitus and Patrick built trust, teamwork, and a life together.
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Love Is A Mommy: Laureen Jamero-Lejarde on Breastfeeding, Balance and Being Brave
Boholana mom and breastfeeding advocate Laureen “Love” Jamero-Lejarde shows that it’s possible to nurture family, advocacy and self—without spreading too thin What is life without love? For Laureen “Love” Jamero-Lejarde, the answer is a life half-lived. A Boholana mom and community builder, Love doesn’t just talk empowerment—she practices it. To reach moms across Bohol, she created the Facebook page Love Is a Mommy, a space born from her involvement with Breastfeeding Bohol and Boholana Mommy Tribe. Her goal is simple: help moms with real-life hacks,…
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How We Almost Missed Our Wedding
Did you know that we almost didn’t get married 5 years ago? My husband and I still talk and laugh about this blooper to this day. Such happy and hilarious memories! But before I dive into that thrilling detail, let me share with you how I met Jan Ray (this is probably my version of How I Met Your Father 🤣). He Had Me at Hello We met through mutual friends: my close friend (PG) made a new friend (Munel) who happened to be a…
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How Jean Found True Love on a Plane: 7 Lessons for a Happy Marriage
An unexpected seat swap turned into a life partner—Jean shares what really sustains love beyond the butterflies “It all started with ‘Hi and Hello.’” As soon as Jean Cabatingan-Moore began narrating her story, it felt like I was watching the plot unfold straight out of a romantic movie. I couldn’t help but be reminded of the movie, “Love at First Sight.” Jean was on her way back home for the holidays and the hour-long flight from Manila to Bohol was the last leg of the…
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5 Lessons I Learned When My Dad Was in the ICU
The past month was undoubtedly a roller coaster ride full of challenges and emotional distress for me and my family. My dad was rushed to the hospital with a critical condition, and after a week, his condition worsened. We decided to transfer to another facility since we could no longer afford the bills. We spent another week at a government hospital and tried to remain resilient and optimistic throughout this ordeal. However, the Lord had other plans. My dad joined the Creator on September 4,…
