Лиззи Веласкес — блогер и писательница с очень редкой болезнью

Блогер, писательница и «оратор-мотиватор» американка Лиззи Веласкес — носитель редкой болезни, синдрома Видемана — Раутенштрауха. При росте 152 сантиметра вес тела Лиззи никогда не превышал 29 килограммов. Кроме того, она слепа на один глаз.

В 2013 году Лиззи была названа «самой уродливой женщиной в мире». В детстве над ней издевались ровесники, а сегодня она мотивирует других и участвует в исследованиях Юго-западного медицинского центра Техасского университета.

(Всего 25 фото + 2 видео)

The first thing @WWETheBigShow told me was "Big things come in tiny packages!" I had so much fun sharing the stage with him today and talking about anti-bullying.

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Окт 20 2015 в 12:22 PDT

THANK YOU!! 500K!!

Видео опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Окт 7 2015 в 2:13 PDT

Can't stop Won't stop! Successfully reached down for everything I had left and did one more really awesome shoot before a two week break!

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Окт 4 2015 в 5:37 PDT

During my meet & greet this sweet girl came up to me and said she wants to start her own YouTube channel and wanted to one day record a video with me. I asked her mom if we could use her phone and we recorded her first video together! Moments like these are what makes my job so rewarding.

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Окт 3 2015 в 12:19 PDT

I think it's only appropriate to post this here! Felt like the best field trip ever!

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Окт 2 2015 в 1:45 PDT

Our first stop of the day was at the #Facebook headquarters. I didn't want to leave!! Thanks everyone who participated in my Q&A earlier today. Can't wait to do it again sometime!! @abraveheartfilm

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Окт 2 2015 в 1:35 PDT

The smile on my face isn't going away anytime soon. I cannot express the excitement I have for what's in store very soon!

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Авг 20 2015 в 1:40 PDT

Hey Y’all! Ollie and I are loving our new SoundLink Mini speaker II from @Bose! I am so excited to be partnering with them — they are going to send one of you a speaker! Trust me, it’s the best! BTW @BOSE is picking a random fan to receive a speaker this summer — do an IG post and use #SoundLinkSceneSweeps 😀 NO PURCH NECESSARY. Starts 7/30/15, 11.59 PM PT & ends 8/30/15, 11:59pm PT. Open to US & DC excluding RI including Canada except Quebec; 18+. Limit 1 entry/person. Entry/Rules:http://bit.ly/1RzyJ4B Void where prohibited

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Авг 17 2015 в 11:56 PDT

Hey Friends!! I’m SO EXCITED to share with you that I’m working with @Bose to share their new SoundLink Mini speaker II this summer! @BOSE is gonna pick one random fan to receive a speaker too, they're picking a person who uses #SoundLinkSceneSweeps in a IG post, easy enough right? NO PURCH NECESSARY. Starts 7/30/15, 11.59 PM PT & ends 8/30/15, 11:59pm PT. Open to US & DC excluding RI including Canada except Quebec; 18+. Limit 1 entry/person. Entry/Rules:http://bit.ly/1RzyJ4B Void where prohibited."

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Авг 10 2015 в 4:39 PDT

Tomorrow morning my sweet mom will be going back to the hospital for another surgery. Please send any and all prayers and positive thoughts our way. We have faith that she is in God's hands and will be well taken care of!

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Авг 9 2015 в 8:57 PDT

Two flights from Austin to Michigan, quick film makers party as soon as we landed, screening of @thewolfpackfilm, and then stopping by the @TCFF Anniversary party. It was a successful day!

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Июл 31 2015 в 10:02 PDT

See you soon London!

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Июл 6 2015 в 3:58 PDT

Enjoying some rooftop views in the city 🙂

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Июн 22 2015 в 4:16 PDT

IN A THEATER NEAR YOU, VERY SOON!! Thank you so much to everyone who helped make this possible! This is OUR movie and we are so honored and excited to be on this journey together! Help us share this great news — and we'll give you more details as soon as we can!! #Cinedigm @abraveheartfilm

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Апр 16 2015 в 8:30 PDT

One of the many reasons why I love my family!! @abraveheartfilm

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Мар 19 2015 в 10:04 PDT

Thx to @spratx & @Impermanent_Art for this @littlelizziev #ABraveHeartFilm mural! Come see it @ 2615 E 6th! #SXSW

Видео опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Мар 16 2015 в 9:46 PDT

Yep. This is happening and I'm in heaven!

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Фев 12 2015 в 3:51 PST

It feels good to be back 🙂

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Фев 11 2015 в 3:52 PST

We made it safe and sound! I'm about to burst with excitement to do my first speaking event of 2015 tomorrow!! #caper15

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Фев 10 2015 в 4:20 PST

First day of my second round of iron infusions today. Yes, I am going to be 26 next month and yes I brought my own blanket! #NotEngaged #IKnowSomeoneWillAsk

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Фев 5 2015 в 8:50 PST

Shopping at the mall 3 days until Christmas and we are still managing to laugh!

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Дек 22 2014 в 5:42 PST

What I wake up to every morning! BE BRAVE!

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Дек 16 2014 в 8:19 PST

And the hospital stay continues…

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Ноя 14 2014 в 6:45 PST

I've spent the last two days with people who mean the absolute world to me. I can't seem to wipe the smile off my face and it's all because of the people who have been brought into my life that have helped me become the bravest I've ever been. Here we go!! @thelizzieproject

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Окт 17 2014 в 8:51 PDT

Be STRONG when you are weak. BRAVE when you are scared. And HUMBLE when you are victorious.

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Сен 25 2014 в 9:52 PDT

What time is it? FAN MAIL TIME!!

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Июл 2 2014 в 11:22 PDT

My little lady was right by my side while I was doing some final edits for book 3, Choosing Happiness!

Фото опубликовано Lizzie Velasquez (@littlelizziev) Май 21 2014 в 8:37 PDT

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