We had the good fortune of connecting with Patricia Obando and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Patricia, what do you attribute your success to?
The most important factor behind my success was undoubtedly perseverance. It wasn’t an easy way but that didn’t stop me from fighting for my dream and fulfilling my goals. My parents were also an important part of my success, they tried very hard from day one and were my greatest animators throughout this process.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
Like most teenagers today, I suffered from many insecurities and mental health. Without emo, modeling for me and the beauty contests have undoubtedly been a very important part of my process of overcoming and acceptance. I have learned to love myself. I believe in God and I know that I am one of his beautiful creations. I must admit that it was a very brilliant process but as some say “not everything that shines is gold” there were many moments when I had a very bad time and I even wanted to give up. But I learned that with desire you dream and with courage it is achieved. If there is something I would like them to take away from me, it is that you never give up, fight for your dreams, don’t let anyone tell you what you can and or what you can’t do. You are capable and once you recognize it you will be unstoppable.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
The most important factor behind my success was undoubtedly perseverance. It wasn’t an easy way but that didn’t stop me from fighting for my dream and fulfilling my goals. My parents were also an important part of my success, they tried very hard from day one and were my greatest animators throughout this process.

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