You're Worthy of Your Dreams, No Matter Your Size. Here's Proof.

Why do we live in a world where appearances are what we concentrate on the most? Here's proof that they don't matter as much as we think they do. Let me re-introduce myself. Hi. My name is Amanda Montoni and I am a fat dancer. I grew up in a world I loved. But this world was one that would chew me up and spit me out. It almost did, until I realized these things: 1. The ideal image of a dancer is unattainable. 2. I moved up a year in dance because of my talent, technique, work ethic, and attitude. 3. I was the youngest in the class because of #2. 4. My weight does not determine my worth as a dancer or human being. For 10+ years, I encouraged students to follow their dance dreams, no matter their body shape. I became an award-winning choreographer and an author. My children's book, Bella the Buck-Toothed Ballerina was written for all of the dreamers out there. I wrote it to say "You Are Worthy" because You Are. This is my complicated and rambling story about my relationship with dance. I hope hearing my story helps you the tiniest bit to start seeing yourself for the magic you truly are. You can purchase Bella the Buck-Toothed Ballerina by visiting www.amandamontoni.com. Don’t forget to subscribe and give me a follow on Instagram (@amanda.montoni). Let’s connect. Tell me your story.