Ashhar Alam/New Delhi
Miss Universe Kerala Kaziah Liz Mejo has shared a deeply personal account of her struggle with self-image, revealing that she spent years feeling insecure about her appearance despite eventually finding success on the beauty pageant stage.
Speaking about her journey, Kaziah admitted that there was a time when she avoided taking or sharing unfiltered photographs altogether. She said her lack of confidence stemmed from constantly comparing herself to unrealistic beauty standards often seen on social media and in popular culture.
According to Kaziah, she became overly conscious of her looks and felt the need to rely on edited images and filters before posting pictures online. The pressure to appear perfect affected her self-esteem and made it difficult for her to appreciate her natural appearance.
Over time, however, the beauty queen began to rethink her relationship with beauty and self-worth. She said learning to accept herself as she is helped her overcome those insecurities and build genuine confidence. Rather than focusing on perceived flaws, she started embracing authenticity and self-love.
Kaziah emphasized that beauty is not about meeting impossible standards but about being comfortable in one's own skin. She encouraged young people to avoid comparing themselves to carefully curated images online and instead focus on self-acceptance and personal growth.
Her candid remarks have struck a chord with many, especially young women facing similar struggles with body image and confidence in the age of social media. By sharing her story, Kaziah hopes to inspire others to embrace their natural selves and understand that confidence comes from within, not from filters or external validation.
Today, as a pageant titleholder and role model, Kaziah Liz Mejo's journey serves as a powerful reminder that even those celebrated for their beauty can battle insecurity—and that self-acceptance is often the most important transformation of all.
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