It is my honor to state my delight in meeting and collaborating with Sarifa Alonto Younes. Sarifa is an inspirational speaker, a skilled author, and extraordinary leader. Her commitment to women, children and communities has led her to write books, build orphanages and schools to help children and their parents. She currently is also providing COVID 19 assistance to first responders and the medical communities in her country. Sarifa is role model for all speakers, leaders and entrepreneurs. She’s a breath of fresh air. Her humility and selflessness are embodied in her lifestyle. I encourage reading her book – which adds deep perspective on the value of the obstacles and experiences we have in life. He writing is moving and deeply penetrates the soul. It is a great tool for anyone looking to work on self discovery and introspection. Proceeds of her book go towards helping disadvantage children. Book Sarifa for your next speaking engagement, and also help Sarifa’s mission by purchasing a copy of her book. It’s an honor to have met you Sarifa! I’m also honored to now be able to call you my friend. You’re an extraordinary woman. MEejie 🦋💕
Young girl, Sarifa Alon to-Younes grew up with a family she loved, in a country she loved, doing what she loved – playing games with her friends under the warm shelter of her family home in her hometown of Marawi City in the Philippines.
At age ten, her innocent world was ripped apart forever when tragedy struck and Sarifa’s fate was sealed. She was an orphan, alone in the world armed with nothing but a dream. A dream to end her misery and get an education.
Teaching herself to read and write from her brother’s schoolbooks was the first step, ploughing through a series of obstacles, prejudices and gender inequalities was the next. Purpose-driven and intent on making something of her life, Sarifa found a secret formula that helped end her suffering and transform her thinking and her life forever.
Sarifa’s inspiring story of struggle and triumph will help anyone face and overcome their obstacles in life with a new sense of passion, purpose and grace. Never has there been a better time to learn how to Love Your Obstacles.