Cassie took Hollywood scenes to heart when she was younger. The rest of us didn’t want to admit it, but seeing skinny waists and small breasts really made us feel like we had to do whatever was needed to stay thin. After all, having weight on our bodies wasn’t “in.”

Over time, Cassie started to gain weight. She looked at her body and didn’t see beauty.

Luckily, over the years, Cassie has learned a truer, more meaningful definition of the term beautiful. Keep reading to hear a bit of her story.

The month of love always has us looking forward to the gifts, what to share, express and what everything means. I have also got a package for women who understand that no love begins from without, but within. I want to give you the opportunity to really see yourself for who you truly are in all senses of the word. This time, I created something riveting, personal and incredibly powerful for you and you alone. The Maggie Messer Photography studio is giving out the best offer this valentine to just 8 women to experience a unique and self empowering boudoir session.

Day by day, we are getting closer to the season of love. Interestingly, the pressure to get your loved one a well-thought valentine’s day gift is on, but we have a question; WHAT ABOUT YOU? Yes, you deserve love from yourself too! What are you getting yourself for Valentine’s Day? Self-love is important because how you love yourself teaches others to love you. Have you ever thought about doing your Boudoir Shoot?

Experiencing life can do a number on you. Many women are prone to go through self-esteem issues while growing up, trying to understand herself better, form her principles, and adjust to life’s ups and downs. The factor that made you crawl into your shell might have happened a while ago, but we are here to add the right drop to boost your confidence right now.

The habits of an independent woman translate into how to look confident as a woman, and the good news is that you too can learn these habits. Below we have enumerated ten habits of a confident woman.

There’s something spectacular about balance and about God, and about mixing the two together.

Aquita is a woman who believes in God so wholeheartedly, that she lives by a code – a code to balance her heart, her mind, and her soul. This balance allows her to be confident in the spirit she claims to be her own, and this spirit grants her the power to let go of all that negative energy.

Aquita should be an inspiration to us all, spreading positivity and telling everyone to love the skin that they’re in. Keep reading to learn more about her fantastic story.