Meet April Young

We were lucky to catch up with April Young recently and have shared our conversation below.

Hi April, we’re so appreciative of you taking the time to share your nuggets of wisdom with our community. One of the topics we think is most important for folks looking to level up their lives is building up their self-confidence and self-esteem. Can you share how you developed your confidence?

Working out has been a big part of it . As well as motivational books . Just dealing with weight issues up and down . In 2021/2022, I’ve had a dark time of not feeling beautiful. I had thyroid cancer and removal , 3 skin cancer removals . With the scars on my body, plus stretch marks from children . This last go round of losing 60lbs . Staying disciplined in my daily routine , bad break up . I had learned to be confident. I am beautiful and learned my worth . Learning to fight battles on your own to come out stronger not weak .

Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?

Hello I’m 46 yrs old , single , Currently customer service for a trucking company and new to the modeling industry. I have 2 beautiful daughters. I have always been the shy kid growing up , kids picked on me . I’ve always had to prove myself to anyone/ anything in life . I’ve had some health issues that I had to overcome. All simple cancers but still takes a lot out mentally. As mentioned in previous question. I had my thyroid removed due to cancer , 3 skin cancer removals. Just had pre cancerous polyps removed from colon . I battle depression, after having a bad heart break ,. I had lost weight , I was sitting in my room and turned my photo into a modeling scout . As a kid my dad said no to modeling . I had been contacted for a photoshoot . I told myself if this is meant to be will be , not to push or force it . I’m 46 and achieving my childhood dreams . My main goal to show others you are never too old to chase a dream , that you are beautiful just the way you are and anything is possible. I love motivating others and helping . If I can make an impression to make someone happy , I’ve done my job . If I can just do one runway show or photo shoot for sports illustrate or Victoria secret , would be amazing. Just to show other women you can have scars , some fat and still be model worthy .. I want the younger generation to be happy with themselves!

Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?

Hard working , self motivation,/ consistency passionate heart and sole . I would tell them to put their head down and grind . Stick to your goals not give up, be consistent. Never be too good to help others . Being a blessing to others helps you grow too . Things in life is hard but it builds you into who your meant to be .

Any advice for folks feeling overwhelmed?

Go for a run outside , to get nature feel , or workout. I journal as well. Or I will put something motivational on . Most of all pray .

Contact Info:

• Instagram: ayoung1278
• Facebook: April young

Image Credits

Studio one -Dallas tx