This new level of self-acceptance inspired Velásquez to make new friends, join the cheerleading squad, and write for the school newspaper. That got harder when she started school.Īs Velásquez transitioned into high school, she started to gain more understanding about her situation. She says that her parents were a source of support, and raised her to be optimistic and confident. At home, her family treated her just like everyone else. Growing up with a rare disease, Velazquez, now 32, says that she lived in two different worlds. Motivational speaker and anti-bullying advocate Lizzie Velásquez talks about dealing with bullying and how she pulled through her darkest time to inspire others.
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