Riya, a 22-year-old athlete from Special Olympics Bharat, who is about to compete on the global stage at the World Winter Games (WWG) 2025 in Turin, Italy, shares her journey:

“People used to tease me, saying that I do not have it in me to be a sportsperson. But after I joined Special Olympics Bharat, not only was my confidence boosted, but it also showed others that I have what it takes to be a successful player.”

Riya’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of determination, family support, and the unifying power of sport.

Growing up in the Solan District of Himachal Pradesh in a low-income agricultural family, Riya’s early life was steeped in isolation and discouragement. She recalls, “Previously in school, when people did not know me, I was often overlooked by teachers and bullied by peers. I felt invisible and undervalued. But ever since I joined the movement, people have started recognising me as a good athlete and treated me nicely.”

In 2015, she was introduced to sport when she joined Special Olympics Bharat through the Ganpati Educational Society, an NGO working with individuals with intellectual disabilities. Riya’s journey began with the first-ever race camp held in Solan, a city in India, in 2016, where she discovered her passion for sport. Over time, she participated in multiple sports, including racing, badminton, and football, before choosing floorball as her primary sport. Each competition at the district, state, and national levels not only honed her athletic skills but also played a crucial role in rebuilding her self-confidence and sense of belonging.

Today, Riya’s daily routine reflects her unwavering commitment to excellence. Her mornings start with vigorous physical exercise that fuels her body, mind, and spirit, setting the stage for training sessions, academic responsibilities, and household chores.

Beyond sport, Riya has embraced leadership—captaining her team at the nationals in Gujarat and organising football camps. Her role extends into teaching floorball at her school, where she passes on the skills and confidence she has so diligently built. Moreover, she took ownership of strategising for the upcoming World Winter Games, a goal that drives her every day as she prepares to compete on a global stage.

Family support has been a cornerstone of her success, particularly her mother’s unwavering encouragement. This support, combined with her own perseverance, has transformed people’s perceptions of her into a celebrated athlete and role model.

Riya’s remarkable progress is reflected in her achievements on the field. From winning races to securing her place on the national Special Olympics team, every milestone underscores her hard work and dedication. Her story is not merely about personal triumph but also about inspiring others—demonstrating that with the right opportunities and persistent effort, no obstacle is insurmountable.

Her heartfelt message resonates with everyone who has ever been doubted. As she puts it, “Don’t pay attention to what people say; they will always undermine your capabilities. Keep pushing your boundaries to achieve milestones and just believe in yourself.” Her words encapsulate the essence of her journey—a narrative of transformation, hope, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

Riya’s story, like many strong women we know, serves as a powerful reminder that women everywhere, regardless of their backgrounds or circumstances, have the potential to rise above perceived limitations and create their own unique paths to success. We see you; we celebrate you; we are proud of you.

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Harumi is a dedicated basketball coach, and Natsumi, her daughter, is a spirited athlete with Special Olympics Nippon. Through the ups and downs of competition, they discovered not just the thrill and adrenaline that come from sports and competition, but also the joy of teamwork, and forging a closer, deeper connection with each other.

Natsumi first found out about Special Olympics five years ago through her school. Intrigued by the sporting movement that focuses on athletes with intellectual disabilities, she signed up alongside her mother to be a part of the Special Olympics Nippon Basketball team.

Natsumi started playing basketball when she first entered high school and plays the role of point guard on her team. A player in this position runs the team’s offense by controlling the ball and facilitates scoring opportunities for their teammates, or sometimes themselves.

“I must use my head all the time when I play, such as giving various signals or speaking to my teammates while moving. It’s tough, but I learned that basketball is a really fun sport, and I’m happy when I work well with my team to score a shot,” says Natsumi.

More recently, Natsumi played at the Special Olympics World Games in Berlin in 2023. Recalling one of the more memorable matches she played during the Games, she said: “The players from the opposing team were quite tall and had a great proficiency in three-point shots. However, I didn’t give up. While I may have lost today, I will persist in using my strengths to secure victories eventually,” she said.

The determined sportswomen added, “I may be small, but my strength lies in defense.” In every game, she aimed to enhance her defensive skills, constantly striving to improve her sporting prowess.

Harumi acknowledges that Natsumi faces challenges both on and off the court as a person with intellectual disabilities, Hence, she sees every match as a win and applauds her daughter for her steadfastness and courage. “I feel very thankful that I can watch my daughter on the court and see her cheer up other players. It makes me very happy,” she says.

Beyond the court, their bond as mother and daughter shines brightest. Through all the victories and setbacks, they stand deeply supportive of each other.

Harumi sums it up, “I hope that everyone knows that they can find a place where they can shine and, whether with or without a disability, they can play sports that bring everyone together.”

Harumi and Natsumi’s story serves as a reminder that our successes are often found not only in medals, but often in the intangible takeaways like human connection and robust relationships forged along the way.

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We’re celebrating 3 amazing stories from Special Olympics this Father’s Day. Meet these superhero dads who have made a difference in the world.  

The Superhero Who Juggles Like A Pro 

“I’m grateful for this little world I’ve been blessed with. Life may not always be perfect, but I’m learning to be a better dad, a better athlete and a better human every single day” 

 – Graeme Porter 

Graeme Porter strives to do everything for his two young daughters, Lilly-Rose and Violet, whether it’s getting up early in the morning to put his Ramsay on to cook them delicious breakfast or fighting against the clock to drop them off at school. Graeme is an apprentice aluminum joiner, race car driver, basketball coach, and former athletes’ representative on New Zealand’s Special Olympics Board, and we best believe that these are just some of the hats he wears! He believes in giving his best in all that he does whilst living with an intellectual disability, even if sometimes that means overstretching himself. This superhero strives to be a better athlete, dad, and role model to his daughters every single day! 

The Superhero Who Coaches To Make Lives Better 

“Personally, as a sportsman, I do not feel that I have achieved my fullest potential. But as a coach, witnessing the accomplishments of our athletes and knowing that I had played a role in their success, is enough for me. Through them, I have achieved my dreams! 

– Nischal Nishal Karan 

Good coaches change games, great coaches transform lives. Nischal Nishal Karan is not just a great coach, but a father figure to numerous students in Fiji. As a teacher and coach, he constantly comes up with creative ways to conduct his lessons outdoors, using fun games to capture the attention of his students and helping those with intellectual disabilities learn in an inclusive environment.  

The proudest moment of his life was when his student, Molly Esther, was awarded the title of ‘Fiji’s Sportswoman Of The Year’. He felt like a proud dad. “I will never forget that moment in time, when a 16-year-old made history by becoming the first athlete with intellectual disability to receive the industry’s highest accolade,” says Nischal. “I was thankful to have been a part of Molly’s journey, watching her grow from a shy child to a confident sports star.”   

The Superhero Who Makes Miracles Happen 

People call Rachna Singh the ‘miracle child’, a miracle that couldn’t have been possible without unconditional love, support and trust from her superhero father, Kuldip Singh.  

When her father found out she was a special child, it broke his heart, but not his spirit! His salary as a Head Constable with the Haryana Police Force couldn’t cover the fees of a private special education school, but he was determined to provide the best education and resources to his daughter. Despite limited means, he hired private coaches to enable her to fulfil her ambition as a professional skater. 

In 2020, Rachna’s dreams became reality when she was selected to represent India in short track speed skating in Sweden. “All I could think of while I was in the rink was winning the gold medal for Dad,” says Rachna. She gave it her all and eventually won two silver medals. It was one of the proudest moments for Rachna and her family!  

Empower these superheroes to build a more inclusive future for their children. To know more, visit @soasiapacific and @humanraceasia. 

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This International Day of Families, get to know some of Special Olympics’ not-so-ordinary families and how they inspired growth!

Families will always be proud of you: When people tell Madam May Faruza, a mother of five, how unfortunate it is to have a child with an intellectual disability, she turns to them and replies, ‘no, it’s a blessing’. Her youngest son, Ulfee, is 27 years old and has autism. He was born with an IQ of 42, impaired vision and hearing, as well as delays in his speech development. When she first found out during her pregnancy that Ulfee would be a special child, she was angry and upset. But the moment she held her baby in her arms, she was filled with pride and was determined to change her thinking. She learnt to listen, and interact better with him. She enrolled him in sports and became his loudest cheerleader. Today, Ulfee is a decorated athlete, and leads an independent life earning his own keep at a café. Mum couldn’t be prouder! 

Families are selfless and generous, no matter what they have: Marcia Lai’s son, Filmer, was born with pilocytic astrocytoma, a rare form of brain tumour. By the age of 10, he had undergone five brain surgeries. Marcia had to sell their house to afford Filmer’s medical bills. She also gave up her job to spend time with her son. So did her husband, Galvin, who had a job in electronic sales. Together, they moved to more flexible jobs to ensure they could spend more quality time with Filmer. They nurtured his love for baking. With the support of his family, Filmer now runs his own online bakery. This young entrepreneur has an exciting venture called ‘Filmer’s Chiffon Cakes’. 

Families know you’re limitless: Meet the inspiring family of Dr. Dindo Astom and Dr. Arlyn Astom, who are proud parents of five beautiful children. Their eldest son, Aaron, was diagnosed with autism when he was 3. Their youngest children, Daniel and Gabriel, were also found to have autism. People often ask them if it’s tough to bring up three children with autism. But for them, this is their normal. As a family, they go to the movies, they travel, they go swimming. They are not limited in any way, and they refuse to take no for an answer. In their words, “we do not believe in giving up; especially not on our own children!”

Today (and everyday), we at Special Olympics want to take a moment to thank our family – YOU! You’ve covered milestones with us, supported us in our cause and brought our athletes closer to their dream of leading meaningful lives. Thank you for being our family! 

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• 2 cups of love – Life often sets us down paths that seem unfair, filled with pain and tragedy. But there are those among us who find the courage to push through the adversity and emerge stronger. Meet Abdul Mannan, a young boy born with developmental disabilities, who survived the devastating loss of his loved ones. He lost his father, grandfather and younger brother in a house fire. He, too, suffered serious burns and had to undergo almost a year of surgeries and treatments. Now, bearing scars on his face, he is moving forward fearlessly with the support of his mother Muniza, and his Special Olympics family. Read more about this journey of love and courage HERE.

• 3 tbsp of friendship – Meet Vivek Kumar Singh, who was left partially blind by a tragic accident at 12. Being a sports enthusiast from a young age, his visual impairment didn’t stop him from pursuing his dream of becoming an athlete. In fact, he often jokes that when you lose one of your senses, you develop new ones like superheroes. Being a firm believer in the power of sports to help people with disabilities overcome the impossible, he become a volunteer with Special Olympics, organizing games and sporting activities for children with intellectual disabilities in rural villages across India. His efforts have made a difference in the lives of hundreds of young athletes. Read more about his story of friendship and passion HERE.

• 1 pinch of hope – Towards the sixth month of pregnancy, Noraini Amin learned that she was going to have a child with Down Syndrome and was asked to make a life-defining decision by her doctors. Scared as she was, it never crossed her mind to not have this child. Her daughter Hadbaa, now 7, has hearing issues due to a narrow ear canal which has affected her speech development as well. Since her birth, her parents knew they would have to work a little harder to help her physical and cognitive development. She joined Special Olympics at the age of 3, and there has been no looking back since. Noraini’s message to the world is simple – don’t hide your children with intellectual disabilities. Don’t stop them from exploring the world. If you do, you’ll miss out on the chance to witness them grow into strong, independent and confident young people! Read more about her story of love and hope HERE. 

• 1 barrel of faith – Baljit Rana Singh and his wife’s first child, Samarpratap, was born with a tumor in his brain. At a tender age of just 3 months, he had to undergo brain surgery. At 4 months, he developed hydrocephalus, an accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid within the brain, and required yet another surgery. Spending those early years in the hospital, with multiple surgeries and medication, he missed all the milestones that kids his age achieve. He couldn’t speak and only took his first steps when he was 18 months old. When he was 3, his parents came close to losing him when he suffered a seizure and had serious infection. He was convulsing and had to be put on a ventilator. Fortunately, he survived. When he was a little older, he joined the Special Olympics Young Athletes program, taking part in simple games to help his physical and social development. It helped build his strength and focus. Today, Samarpratap is a healthy and active child, who loves to skate. What has kept this extraordinary family going, was faith! Read their full story HERE.

Take a step towards a more inclusive world by supporting thousands of children with intellectual disabilities and their families. Take action and give the #GiftofInclusion today!

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Royston was the young athlete whom I had been paired with since I started my volunteering journey in 2017. Every weekend for over a year, we did simple sports activities together – throwing, catching, jumping, running – but he had never said a word to me. Royston, then 10, has autism.

I watched his progress week after week. He grew in strength and confidence, slowly but surely. I also saw how his parents realized through the program that they were not alone in this. There is an ecosystem that supports their child.

Young athletes like Royston are a constant inspiration for my students and me. I am a teacher at Saint Anthony’s Canossian Secondary School. Until 2020, I was in charge of the badminton program, as well as a member of the Values-in-Action committee where we plan activities for our students to develop and contribute meaningfully to the community. 

A friend introduced me to Special Olympics Singapore in 2017, and that was when I got my students involved as volunteers. We have been volunteering with both the badminton outreach program for athletes with intellectual disabilities (ID) as young as 10, as well as the Young Athletes program, a sport-and-play program for younger children with and without ID to improve their cognitive and motor skills. 

I tell my students that volunteering isn’t about ‘us’ helping or teaching ‘them’. It’s about mutual learning, respect, and making friends. They aren’t ‘beneficiaries’, they’re our buddies and athletes we learn and play with. In fact, some of my students have given me feedback that they can barely keep up with some of the athletes, who are really adept at sports. I remember there was a young athlete who was literally a mini Ronaldo, we couldn’t catch up! It’s a humbling and eye-opening experience for all of us.

Another student told me that she was inspired by Nadia, the elder sister of a young athlete named Ryan. Nadia may be a young Primary School student herself, but she shows maturity beyond her years. She’s always present to support and accompany Ryan for every session, constantly looking out for him and encouraging him. Through two years of volunteering and interacting with Nadia and Ryan, my student learnt how to be a better sibling to her own brother, who has Down Syndrome.  

The first time I took my students for the badminton outreach program, I was tentative as I had never interacted with people with ID. I was nervous that I would not know how to react to them. But my worries were totally unfounded. The athletes were friendly and welcoming and made me feel like I had known them for decades. They wanted hugs, high-fives, fist bumps, and even teased that I was handsome!  

It’s been almost five years, and they motivate my students and me all the time with their strength and resilience. They don’t ever judge, they always live in the moment, coming together for the pure and simple joy of the sport.  

Amin is a badminton athlete in his mid-30s who has been training rigorously with the hope of one day representing Singapore at the Special Olympics World Games. He never fails to turn up for training at least an hour earlier. He has a temper, and can sometimes aggravate his teammates. One time, he threw a tantrum and stormed off in the middle of training. I had to reprimand him severely, reminding him about the importance of teamwork. Since then, he has been working hard to improve his attitude as well as his badminton skills. We can all learn from his diligence and perseverance. I am confident he will one day stand proudly on the world stage, bringing honour to us all.

I was privileged to travel with the Singapore team to Abu Dhabi in 2019 for the Special Olympics World Summer Games. It opened my eyes to how sports can truly empower and create an inclusive world. 

I met an athlete from Macau who’s been in the movement for over 16 years and was a national hero, having represented his country at four world games. I spoke to a coach from Pakistan who shared how the Special Olympics movement helped athletes beyond the sports arena, to find employment and develop leadership skills. I was also inspired by a coach from Taiwan, who constantly innovates and comes up with new activities every weekend to keep her athletes engaged.  

It made me realize that there are so many people all over the world fighting for a more accepting and fair society. Here in Singapore, we too, can and must do our part for people with ID. It is my goal to create more opportunities for students from Special Education schools and mainstream schools to interact. Growing up, I did not have these opportunities. But I hope for our young people, with and without disabilities, to experience life together so that we can create a truly inclusive society with equal opportunities for all. 6c

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We first discovered his condition when he was 2, after he couldn’t stop vomiting. He was unconscious when we rushed him to hospital, and needed immediate surgery. I was in shock when the doctors told me my toddler had a tumour bigger than a ping pong ball in his brain. It was 6cm wide.

He was heavily sedated during his first week in hospital. He regained consciousness only on the sixth day. But he needed a second surgery to insert a shunt to relieve the pressure in his brain. We were told to expect the worst. I was worried sick. Miraculously, he was discharged after three weeks, but he was not able to walk or talk. 

My heart aches when I think of Filmer’s childhood. Those early years were filled with either hospital visits or therapy sessions. We took him to the pool as often as we could for simple exercises to help strengthen his muscles. He only took his first steps when he was 3.

At 5, he relapsed. We rushed him to hospital after he vomited and lost consciousness. He underwent another operation, and was discharged soon after. Two months later, he displayed similar symptoms and we were told his tumour had grown. It was 11cm wide. 

He needed a fourth surgery, but we could no longer afford his treatment at a private hospital. We transferred him to a public hospital. The operation went well. I was so relieved that our prayers were heard. 

The early years took a toll on us financially. We sold the house to afford Filmer’s medical bills. I gave up my job in car sales to spend time at home with my son, and moved to a more flexible job arrangement in real estate. My husband Galvin also decided later to quit his job in electronic sales, and now drives cabs to spend more time with the family.

We enrolled Filmer in a kindergarten run by the church we attend. The teachers knew of his condition and were patient and kind to him. He could understand simple instructions. But he was later assessed to be unsuitable for mainstream education. He stayed in kindergarten until the age of 8. He then joined the Rainbow Centre, a special education school for children with intellectual disabilities.

When Filmer was 10, doctors discovered that his brain tumour had grown and he needed a fifth surgery. My heart sank but I knew I had to stay strong for my family. No tears. Together, we would weather the storm. The surgery was a success and Filmer has not relapsed since. He’s now 20. 

I’m grateful for all that we’ve been blessed with. Filmer has been doing well in school. He graduated in 2019, and was given an award for being an exemplary student. He’s picked up vocational skills through internships with supermarket chain Cold Storage and fast food restaurant Pizza Hut. Before the pandemic, he was also working part-time at a café.

A huge part of his growth has been due to sports. A classmate introduced him to Special Olympics in Singapore when he was about 14. He’s been training in bowling since, and has never missed a single week of training.

Being part of the Special Olympics family has not only improved his health and fitness, it’s also helped him become more confident and independent. His team-mates and coaches celebrate his every effort and achievement, and he’s never judged for his disability. He’s won several medals at national level games. Those moments of joy and pride are priceless. It has convinced everyone around him of what he can do.

We also discovered Filmer’s love for food, especially cakes. Whenever he scores a strike or wins a medal, he would ask for a good meal as a reward. Instead of giving him a fish, we decided to teach him to fish. My husband learnt to bake from scratch from a friend. We experimented with recipes at home, shared our cakes with friends and relatives, and taught Filmer to bake when he was 15. 

Filmer has a slight disability with his left hand, and used to struggle with tasks like cutting fruits, cracking an egg or folding the batter. We sourced suitable equipment to help him with these tasks. After years of practice, he is now a confident and competent baker. It makes me smile when I see how our little family hobby has grown into a full-fledged online business known as Filmer’s Chiffon Cakes. The café where Filmer worked has even asked him to supply them with cakes. We now sell nine different flavours. 

Looking back on how far Filmer has come reminds me of an incident from years ago. He was just 8. He was at a playground and a parent told her child not to play with him because he was different. We have put up with such behaviours over many years. People point, stare and whisper, but such incidents no longer upset us as a family.  

I’m so proud of my child. It’s never crossed my mind to hide him from the world. Get to know him and you’ll realize how kind, sociable, fun and loving he is. If the world would just open our hearts and minds to children and adults like Filmer, we’ll all realize how amazing they are. Shun them, and you’ll never know what you missed.

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The festival of Eid brings me painful memories. It was during Eid, two years ago, that I faced the most excruciating hurdle of my life. I lost three of my closest and dearest – my husband, father-in-law and younger son – to a house fire. I went from having a big, happy family to being all alone; but I had no time to mourn because my elder son needed me more than ever.

My story began more than 10 years ago when I moved from Saudi Arabia to Pakistan to join the Karachi School of Arts to pursue Design. After that, I worked as a designer and researcher. I was passionate about my job and wanted to marry someone who shared my passion. That’s when I met Danish, a fellow designer. He was my soulmate. In 2010, we got married.

When our first child Abdul Mannan was born, we realized that he was hyperactive compared to his peers. We got complaints from his teachers about his behaviour. We consulted a doctor who told us that Mannan had developmental difficulties accompanied by a mild case of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). I decided to take a course in early education as a Montessori Director, hoping that the training would enable me to help my son. The course helped me to understand the personality of children with ADHD and ways to handle and take care of them.

But just when things started to feel normal, my life turned topsy turvy. I will never forget the nightmare from 2 years ago, on the special occasion of Eid. We decided to eat out as our house was being fumigated. When we came home, my husband went downstairs to switch the generator on. While he was filling it with petrol, I heard a loud blast. As I ran down the stairs, my heart sank. The entire scene felt surreal. The fire spread so quickly that it engulfed our home within minutes. My father-in-law and children couldn’t escape in time.

Tears seared my cheeks and I was shaking as I rushed all of them to the nearest hospital. In the air was the nauseating smell of burnt flesh and clothes. At the hospital, the staff were not equipped to handle their severe injuries and refused to take them in. I had to then rush them to a larger hospital, the Liaquat National Hospital, where they admitted my sons but couldn’t find beds for my father-in-law and husband. I had to take them to a third hospital.

I kept a vigil by my sons’ beds while my sister-in-law took care of my husband and father-in-law. She gave me daily updates about their condition. We prayed day and night, but we just couldn’t catch a break. The hospital was not properly equipped with the right facilities and my husband had to be moved to yet another hospital.

By this time, both my sons had to be put on ventilators to help them breathe. The next day, I got the news that my husband had started vomiting and had trouble breathing. I prayed constantly for the recovery of my family, hoping against all hope.

Then, the inevitable happened. My father-in-law passed away. Before he died, he had asked me several times if I thought he would survive and I nodded, hoping that he would. A day later, I lost my younger son, followed by the death of my husband.

It felt like my heart was being ripped apart. These were the people closest to me. I couldn’t even begin to describe my sense of loss. But I had no time to weep, I had to pick myself up, not just for myself, but for Mannan. I had lost everyone, I wasn’t ready to lose him too. I tried everything in my power to help him recover. It was a long journey that stretched up to a year.

He underwent a major operation and went through countless follow-up treatments. His physical recovery was slow, but that was just the first of our battles. I had to fight to get him into a good school, but none of the schools accepted him. They always complained about how difficult he was to handle. I was so desperate to get him a place that I even requested that the schools take me in as his caregiver as I was already a Montessori Director. But all I heard was no, no, no. By this point, I was drained and exhausted from going door to door to schools that gave us nothing but rejection.

Then a friend recommended Special Olympics Pakistan to me. I thought it might be a good idea to get Mannan into sports so he could positively channel his energy. I enrolled him in the Dewa Academy for children with disabilities. There, he joined the Special Olympics Young Athletes program, catered to children aged 2 to 7 to improve their motor and cognitive skills. Within weeks, he was a changed boy. I could not believe the transformation in Mannan. From meek and withdrawn, he became cheerful and outgoing.

I am so grateful to each and everyone who has been part of this journey for Mannan. Not only did sports help him overcome his hyper-activeness, the faculty members and coaches also helped him develop his personality, gave him attention and focused on developing his skills which helped Mannan build his confidence.

All my son needed was love and attention and he got that unconditionally through the Special Olympics movement. For the first time, no one asked me to take him back. He was celebrated for who he was.

As a single mother, things get tough because I have to run this show myself. It takes a village to raise a child, and I’m grateful that my mother, mother-in-law & my sister-in-law offer their support as much as they can. And I am truly thankful for our Special Olympics family, who has embraced us without question.

It’s been a challenge, but life often sets us down paths we never meant to wander down and we have to make the best of the journey. Existing on this planet, fighting this fight, pushing through these painful but sometimes beautiful days is often about being brave, not perfect. And for Mannan and I, courage was our only option.

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Choose Happiness
Choose happiness as your primary goal instead of allowing other competing areas to overshadow it. Watching their children enjoy everyday activities was their biggest joy. They could have been disheartened by a lot of things; however, they chose happiness above all.

Be Social
Happiness and love flourish in the company of others and are important for your health and well-being which is why when the twins turned 7, Dr Dindo & Arlyn Astom took the family overseas. They also made sure to take the kids to church and even though it was tough to manage them, they never gave up and made sure their kids were around people.

Don’t compare 
We might become too invested in the lives of others and lose track of our journey. Dr Dindo & Arlyn Astom believe that simple things may be less ordinary, but we cannot live our lives envying others.

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