“God loves us faithfully. He loves me and he loves you just as we are, today, right now, right here, no matter where we are or what’s going on in our lives. God listens to our words and hears the… — Lizzie Velásquez Copy Share Image
God made me the way I am for a reason and I would never change that. I lead a normal life as much as possible and deal with the bumps in the road as they come along with my head… — Lizzie Velasquez Copy Share Image
Often I'm told I'm an inspiration to people which I will forever be grateful for. But the reality is that I'm only able to… — Lizzie Velasquez Copy Share Image
I believe there definitely are good things about social networking. It's a way for people to connect all around the world. — Lizzie Velasquez Copy Share Image
“The love that family members share is essential, and it’s so important to highlight it no matter what else might be happening.” — Lizzie Velásquez Copy Share Image
Whether it's your personal life, your work life, your school life, your confidence, everything will fit once you believe in yourself. — Lizzie Velasquez Copy Share Image
“No one else has the same story as you, and that's a good thing.” — Lizzie Velásquez Copy Share Image
“If you always keep your true feelings and your inner wounds to yourself, the best that can result is emotional isolation from everyone around… — Lizzie Velásquez Copy Share Image
Fully embrace the fact that you are enough just being you. It's so important for women to champion each other instead of competing against… — Lizzie Velasquez Copy Share Image
You'd assume I was being bullied a tonne at school and it was horrible, but in reality, I really was getting bullied everywhere else. — Lizzie Velasquez Copy Share Image
“Even if you look a little unusual, you're a member of the human race.” — Lizzie Velásquez Copy Share Image
Young girls and boys from all around the world let me know their personal story, and I can feel their smile through their words.… — Lizzie Velasquez Copy Share Image
Beyond scheduling regular checkups with my cardiologist, there is no way to know if or when my heart condition might become critical. — Lizzie Velasquez Copy Share Image