Lizzie’s struggles living in a society that places great emphasis on outer appearance
Program Titles
- Lizzie gives you reasons to find hope & faith that can be infused into everything you do
- The syndrome that Lizzie Velasquez is living with is so rare that it is to this day undiagnosed
Lizzie Velásquez opens her soul and shares her remarkable story, giving us an inspiring testimony. She reveals intimate details about her struggles living in a society that places great emphasis on outer appearance.
The syndrome that I am living with is so rare that it is to this day undiagnosed. There are only 3 people in the world including myself who have it.
The main symptom of the syndrome is that I’m not able to gain weight.
Right now I am 23 years old and only weigh about 60 lbs. I have zero percent body fat as well. I’m also blind in one eye and have limited vision in the other.
I eat whatever I want all day long and just can’t keep the pounds on.
The syndrome is so puzzling because it fits characteristics of different syndromes but doesn’t fit it to the point where I can be diagnosed with a certain one.
Lizzie gives you reasons to find hope and faith that can be infused into everything you do, so that you – too – can achieve your dreams.
She helps you to discover that beauty is unique to each of us.
Do you feel you’re unable to follow your dreams?
Do you take negativity and criticism to heart?
Does that negativity prevent you from moving forward in your life?
Have you set goals? If so, have you accomplished any of them?
Do you need to get motivated?
Let Lizzie Velasquez inspire you! Lizzie details her life experience living with a rare syndrome that does not allow her to gain weight. Hear about the negativity, teasing and bullying she encounters on a daily basis, and how she deals with it. Despite a lifetime of difficulties both emotionally and physically, Lizzie accomplished all of her dreams by the age of 21.
23, whose positive outlook despite having a rare condition made her a sought-after motivational speaker, Be Beautiful, Be You, will inspire you who may struggle with self-image and self-esteem.
Lizzie’s undiagnosed syndrome prevents her body from storing fat and building muscle. This syndrome, which is known to affect only two others worldwide, has made her life a study in contradictions. She eats whatever she wants, yet cannot move a weigh scale past 60 or so pounds. In a time when many people change their appearance in order to feel accepted, she has accepted herself with extraordinarily positive self-esteem.
Her attitude, not her syndrome, is contagious.
She shares her advice on being unique, how to make and keep good friends, dealing with bullying and negativity, the art of personal meditation, talking to God in your own words, and setting realistic goals.
Woven throughout are Lizzie’s personal experiences, as well as those shared, to love yourself as the gift of God you are, will resonate with anyone who struggles with self-esteem.
Lizzie’s message of tolerance/acceptance was outstanding. It was incredible to witness the reactions of the audience, there was silence, tears, and laughter – the group was truly moved.
“I was most amazed by the conversations that aspired after the presentation, students talked to one another and shared their stories; they lined up, one by one to talk to Lizzie and tell her how her words were healing.”
“Lizzie is a rare find, she is exceptional and extraordinary – warm and caring, and beautiful – inside and out.”
“Lizzie is such an inspiration. Her story has given me hope that
I can accomplish anything no matter what obstacle is put in my path.
Lizzie has this amazing presence; you can’t help but feel uplifted and
ready to take on life when you hear her speak.”
“Even though I don’t share Lizzie’s syndrome, I was still able to relate to some of the inner and outer conflict she’s dealt with.”
“Hearing how Lizzie’s overcome challenges has given me ideas I can apply in my own life.”
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