I am a typical Mommy that performs so many tasks that opted me to rarely read books. Before, during my teenage years, I read a lot of books. I don't know the reason why but when I got Sarah Lahbati's book I immediately got the urged to read it. Maybe because of her being a Mom just like me. I am curious to know about her motherhood experiences, or maybe I just missed reading books.
Reading Sarah Lahbati's book entitled "TRUE BEAUTY: How to Glam Your Life Inside and Out" gave me some understanding and realization about being a woman and of course about life. With that understanding and realization I've learned 3 things of which I am going to share with you as you read this blog.

1. "My Parents were there every step of the way during my pregnancy. Here are photos of them with me at the hospital prior to my giving birth". (Chapter 7 under Mommy Matters page 87 to 88)

I do relate with this passage from her book because of my 2 labor and giving birth my husband was not with me or beside me. Well, for the reason that his work area is out of town that would really takes time going to where I'm giving birth. It was great that my Parents were always there when I gave birth to my handsome children. Just like Sarah, I am very thankful to have my Parents, despite of some circumstances, they are still there that I can hold on to.

2. Fashion should be a personal thing. Don't be obsessed about following all the newest trends. "Kung anong bagay sa iyo at kaya ng budget mo, stick to that". (chapter 4 under Personal and Practical page 40 )

Happy to hear it from her. I didn't expect that a woman on stature can say things like that since she is into fashion and a showbiz personality. But thank you for giving that inspiring message. We do believe that most of us want to be "in" fashion regardless of the status in life. But for me, be simple and be true to yourself. Not all trendy fashion matches your personality, wear what fits you as long as it is affordable and your comfortable.

3. You have the power to do anything. Just put your mind and heart into it. "Yung mga pangarap mong feeling mo hind mo kayang ma-achieve, matutupad ang mga yon! Basta maganda ang iyong hangarin, basta wala kang natatapakan o nasasaktan, at basta maging masipag ka, tutulungan ka ng Diyos". ( Chapter 11 Love Yourself page 126

For me this is a very powerful message and the topic is very appropriate at this time. Good thing that Sarah placed this passage on the last part/ chapter of the book.It is much easier to put into mind. All of the things that happens and happening to you all boils down to one thing, you loving yourself more than anything else. I will definitely keep it my mind. I have a lot dreams for myself and for my family. Yes, I will hold on to it and never hurt anyone in achieving my dreams. And have faith that God is always there to guide me and help me in all my endeavors.
Thank you so much Sarah Lahbati for your inspiring book, because of that, I will start reading again lots of inspiring books just like yours. And hopefully you could have your 2nd book. For sure I will have one of it and read it as well and I'll wait for that.

Mommies, if you want to know more about the book of Sarah Lahbati, just read HERE .
             

Better yet, get a copy of her first book, True Beuaty: How To Glam Your Life Inside and Out. In it she details all the difficulties, struggles, and hardships she has gone through from her awkward childhood days to her tentative teen years and beyond. And she shares all the triumphs she has had in overcoming self-doubt as well as the lessons she has learned that helped her become the confident young woman that she is today.
Beneath the glamor, Sarah's life has not at all been trouble-free. She may have emerged as the ultimate winner in the TV talent search that launched her career, but the journey getting there started out in the most heartbreaking, catastrophic way as her audition fell on that fateful day of Typhoon Ondoy. In this book, Sarah recalls the devastating sights she witnessed, the emotions she felt, the things she endured, and what made her trudge on in spite of it all.

In one of the 11 chapters, you'll also find a story about her encounter with a bully and how she prepared herself to stand up against anyone who would pick a fight with her. Then, she talks about her "ugly phase", and gives tips on how to feel confident about your looks regardless of your age, height, weight, and complexion.
There is a lot to learn about fitness and fashion in "True Beauty", but it doesn't stop there. Sarah gives a visual treat of the places she has visited. Her love for traveling started when she was a child, thanks to her parents who took her on holiday trips outside Switzerland and the Philippines. She sees the importance of traveling in widening the mind - learning about people, cultures, nature - and she shares her must-do things to make the most of every trip she takes.
Sarah's book will not be complete without her love story. How did her friendship with Richard Gutierrez turn into courtship? What was it like meeting his family for the first time? How did her own parents react to her relationship with the man who would become the father of her child?

Sarah proudly and lovingly describes Richard beyond his boy-next-door charm, thus making us see what she values most in a man who is trying to sweep you off your feet is truly "The One".
"True Beauty" also touches on Sarah Lahbati's passion for performing, the lessons she learned from life's challenges, finding inspiration and spreading positivity, and many more. It shows why she is now a picture of happiness.
Everyone is invited to get a copy of this fun and insightful read. Use it to celebrate your beauty and to further glam your life inside and out.


True Beauty: How to Glam Your Life Inside And Out is now available in all National Book Store and Powerbooks branches nationwide for only PhP 295.00. Only from VRJ Books.

VRJ Books is the publishing arm of Viva Entertainment. It's titles include the best selling books by James Reid and Nadine Lustre (Team Real), novelist and online sensation Marcelo Santos III (Para sa Hopeless Romantic, Para sa Broken Hearted, The Iwas-Sawi Project), comedienne Ethel Booba (Charotism) and blockbuster movie director Wenn Deramas (Direk 2 Da Poynt)