When Zozibini Tunzi won Miss South Africa in 2019 and soon after, Miss Universe, her two-time victory inspired many to consider breaking the mould in their own corners of aspiration., as their ambassador as of this Women's Month.
And she's fully aware of the weight of the crown she wears, as she says"my win wasn't just for me - it meant so much for other people".Zozibini Tunzi - 'A woman who looks like me was never considered to be beautiful and I think that it is time that stops todayBut beyond the beauty, there are layers that add to what makes Zozibini Tunzi's character and tenacity so admirable to many. What stands out the most, though, is perhaps her fearlessness , and her freedom of being.
To which she matter-of-factly responds,"Growing up, I just knew I wanted to live... sort of in big lights. That's what I wanted. I didn't know exactly what it was, but that's what I wanted." Before she took the 2019 Miss SA title, Miss Tunzi had entered the pageant before, after having also entered a presenter search - both of which didn't deter her from trying again. One would say she's an admirable example of failing forward.
"When I fail at something I take it as a lesson," the Miss Universe title holder adds, reminding me of the words etched into Rihanna's skin - another black woman who hasn't let isolated dark spots discourage her gleaming career;"Never a failure. Always a lesson." It can be said that this brand of self-doubt lends itself to imposter syndrome - something many women - especially black women who may be"firsts" or"only-s" in their fields - can relate to.
"I tapped into it and I owned who I am completely. Now I am confident, comfortable and fearless because I turned my fear into a strength."
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