But after the TED talk went viral, I called Sara Hirsh Bordo, who had produced TEDxAustinWomen, to ask her advice. She told me she'd like to do a documentary, and that we should work together on anti-bullying efforts. — Lizzie Velasquez Copy Share Image
In 2013, I did a TEDx talk in Austin. Until then I had sort of a following online but this was completely different - it went viral. — 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
When I was a teenager I would look in the mirror and wish I could wash away my syndrome. I hated it because it… — Lizzie Velasquez Copy Share Image
“We don’t have to allow ourselves to be defined by the labels imposed on us. We get to define ourselves.” — Lizzie Velásquez Copy Share Image
I make it a point to let myself have bad days on a regular basis. — Lizzie Velasquez Copy Share Image
