From Self-doubt to Self-worth: Olivia Giallanza’s Journey of Rediscovering Inner Strength
The world has always thrown obstacles in the way of people who believe in the achievability of their dreams. It often values appearances over character and spirit, and those appearances eventually start dictating our perceptions. But Olivia Giallanza, the reigning Miss Manhattan US Nation 2023 titleholder, continued to beat on her boat against the current and shattered those obstacles, which came in the form of self-doubt, by overcoming criticism and rediscovering her inner strength and self-worth. In an interview, she shared her ambitions, how she challenged the stereotypes, and told about her unwavering work ethic.
Her modeling journey began when she was in a state of depression, fueled by the untruthful comments of those who thought she was “too tall” and “too skinny” and gave hurtful comments about her teeth. Instead of thinking about those comments all her life, she contemplated and discovered her inner self, and there she found the treasure of talent.
She motivated herself by reading the success stories of those models who went through similar painful experiences. Fueled by this connection and a desire to prove her worth, Olivia embarked on a journey to discover her destiny. Realizing that waiting for opportunities to come her way would not suffice, she decided to take the first step. She understood that confidence is a thing that emerges from within and should never be overshadowed by shallow & destructive criticism.
The modeling industry is always labeled as a realm of beauty and glitz, but to Olvia, it is much more than mere appearances. To her, it is a platform for talented designers to unveil their unique sense of fashion and redefine trends. As an ever-evolving entity, Fashion allows the world to draw inspiration and explore new ideas yearly. Models play a significant role in bringing these designs to life, acting as a personification of artistic expression.
As Miss Manhattan US Nation 2023, Olivia plans to utilize her title to establish a prominent presence in the modeling industry. Espousing personal growth and continuously sharpening her skills, Olivia is determined to become an accomplished professional, fully committed to her art.
While discussing her plans, Olivia expressed an unwavering will to seize every opportunity she could take. While she said, she couldn’t predict where she would be in the next five years but showed a determination not to let any chance slip through her fingers. Olivia intends to take significant steps in her modeling career, aspiring to walk in high-end fashion shows.
Speaking of runways, Olivia’s ambitions are centered around the Super Chic Fashion Week showcases that adorn the streets of New York. While personal commitments may occasionally require her absence, Olivia’s dedication to her modeling journey remains steadfast.
Beyond her personal goals, Olivia aims to shatter the stereotypes related to the pageantry industry; for example, people think models are shallow and vain. Olivia describes her fellow models as insightful and creative individuals united by a shared commitment to learn and support one another.
What sets her apart is her exceptional work ethic. Having started working at the very young age of 13 and working 14 hours a day, she has become the epitome of resilience and self-motivation. With her determination and self-confidence, she aspires to inspire others to embrace their uniqueness, challenge stereotypes, and pursue their dreams. As she continues her journey, Olivia aims to make a lasting impact in the modeling industry and beyond.
Support Olivia’s modeling journey and follow her on Instagram @olivia.giallanaza
Photography Credits: James Lee @colourproof
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