In a time when beauty is dictated by magazine covers and actresses, Lizzie Velasquez provides a first account of her journey to find the beauty within and reemphasize the importance of staying true to oneself. The book, her second, 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 by readers of her first book. The book's core theme, to love yourself as the gift of God you are, will resonate with anyone who struggles with self-esteem. This book includes Lizzie’s personal experiences as well as those shared by readers of her first book and followers of her blog, whom she has inspired and helped throughout the years. Lizzie Velasquez is a Communications major at Texas State University in San Marcos. She is one of only three individuals in the world known to have an undiagnosed syndrome that prevents the body from gaining weight or creating 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.
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She is a motivational speaker who has presented more than 200 workshops and co-author of the autobiographical, Lizzie Beautiful. Her story has been featured on the Today Show, Dr. Drew (HLNtv), Catholic Radio, and Inside Edition. Though fragile on the outside, Lizzie has proven to have outstanding courage and has become an inspirational figure for young adults affected by bullying and self-esteem problems.
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A wonderful book of encouragement written by an author who truly understands that it is more important to be beautiful on the inside!
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45 of 45 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
So far, excellent
May 21 2012
By R. Portillo
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Format:Paperback
I've been very fortunate to have gotten a glimpse of Lizzie's manuscript while it is in production and I love it. I couldn't stop reading until I ran out of pages. Her bubbly personality and courage transfers through the pages to help others who, like her, have been bullied just because of what they look like. Lizzie shares how she found her determination and gives advice, tips and how to's for those who want to make things better.
We wish you many more successes in your life Lizzie! Well deserved.
We wish you many more successes in your life Lizzie! Well deserved.
25 of 27 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Thank God she's here
Sep 13 2012
By Jennifer
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Format:Paperback
I cannot wait to read Ms. Velasquez's book. I only now learned of her through the Huffington Post article dated Sept 13, 2012. I don't know what to say other than Thank God she exists and thank God she is writing.
22 of 24 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Can't wait to read your book!
Sep 13 2012
By tiniestpeanut
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Format:Paperback
God bless you, Lizzie! You are an inspiration to so many! Thanks for staying positive and giving so many hope and joy! You are a blessing and your story is making a difference in many people's lives!!
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