Jimmia Davis’s Stories, Lessons & Insights

Jimmia Davis shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Hi Jimmia , thank you so much for joining us today. We’re thrilled to learn more about your journey, values and what you are currently working on. Let’s start with an ice breaker: What is a normal day like for you right now?
A normal day for me right now is a balance of military responsibilities, personal goals, and making time for the people I love. In between, I’m juggling schoolwork for my PhD, handling wedding planning details, and keeping up with content creation for my dance business. After work, I make time to unwind—either by working out, dancing, or catching up with my husband and our dog, Luna. My days are busy and structured, but everything I’m doing is pushing me closer to the future I want.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My name is Jimmia Davis, and I’m a multifaceted creative and leader balancing a career in the United States Army with my passion for dance. I currently serve as an Finance Officer and am also pursuing my PhD in Criminal Justice, all while building a brand that focuses on confidence, elegance, and self-expression through movement. (J. T’Rell Dance Barre) Outside of the military, I’ve dedicated myself to teaching women and young dancers how to love themselves through technique, choreography, and fitness. My journey is unique because it blends discipline and creativity—I can go from leading soldiers in the field to creating choreography, producing content, or supporting my husband’s photography brand, Infinite Exposure. Right now, I’m working on expanding my dance business and continuing my education, all while planning my dream wedding. Everything I do reflects my commitment to growth, authenticity, and inspiring others to believe in what’s possible for their own lives.

Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
A moment that really shaped how I see the world was leaving home to join the military. Stepping away from everything familiar—my family, my routines, and even my identity as a dancer—to take on something completely different forced me to grow in ways I didn’t expect. Being in the Army taught me resilience, leadership, and how to stay grounded when life becomes unpredictable. It also opened my eyes to how many people come from completely different backgrounds, challenges, and walks of life, yet still find ways to show up and serve with purpose. That experience made me more compassionate and more intentional about how I treat people, how I protect my peace, and how I choose to navigate the world. It reminded me that growth often comes from discomfort, and that every chapter—whether in uniform, in the studio, or in my personal journey—has a way of shaping who I become next.

Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Yes, there was absolutely a time I almost gave up. It happened during a period when everything seemed to hit me at once—my military responsibilities, school, personal life, and even my confidence in my own body and abilities. I felt overwhelmed, stretched thin, and unsure if I could keep showing up in all the roles I was trying to balance. There were moments when I questioned if I was really built for all of it. But instead of quitting, I reminded myself why I started. I leaned on my faith, my husband, and the people who believe in me. I chose to push through, even if it was slow, even if it was messy. Looking back, that season taught me that strength isn’t about never wanting to quit—it’s about choosing not to. It made me more grounded, more disciplined, and more committed to becoming the woman I’m meant to be.

So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. Is the public version of you the real you?
I’d say the public version of me is real, but it’s not the whole me. What people see—whether it’s my military life, my dance content, my fitness journey, or the things I share about my relationship—is definitely authentic, but it’s also the side of me that’s strong, focused, and put together. What people don’t always see are the quiet moments, the fears, the setbacks, and the days when I’m just trying to make it through. I’m intentional about what I share because I want my presence online to inspire and uplift, but it’s still rooted in who I truly am. I’m a real person with real struggles, growth, and emotions—I just choose to show the parts that reflect the woman I’m becoming, not every single moment I go through. In that sense, the public me and the private me are the same person… just viewed from different angles.

Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
I hope people say that I was someone who lived with purpose, passion, and heart. That I gave more than I took, loved deeply, and showed up for others even while I was building myself. I want the story people tell about me to be one of resilience—how I chased big dreams, pushed through hard seasons, and kept reinventing myself without ever losing my compassion. I hope they remember the way I made people feel, the confidence I helped other women find, and the inspiration I sparked just by being authentic. More than anything, I want people to say that I didn’t just exist—I made an impact, whether in uniform, through dance, through my work, or through the relationships I poured into. That my life encouraged someone else to believe they could become more than they ever imagined.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mia_jackson12?igsh=amRzNzZ1cmJsMGw3&utm_source=qr
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/@dailydoseof-mia?si=o23Oncr8eQS1j5FE