Born in Brooklyn, New York, Jezra M is a beautiful plus size model, advocate for full figured women and blogger. She has been modeling for about 3 years and absolutely loves it.
She is working towards changing how the fashion industry looks at full figured women. She has modeled for some of the top magazines and brands like Bgnplussize, Kyboe, Refinery29, Curveculture, Forever21, Fashionnovacurve, Gcgme, Playfulpromise, Rue 107, Monif C., Fashion To Figure, Ekineyo, Pop Up Plus, Out of the Corner Online Boutique, Ose Uh-She, Essence Magazine, Bustle, Vibe Vixen, Plus Model Mag, Blink Fitness, DARE, AFRO PUNK, 1953, KAMOY Magazine, Tasty Plus Boutiqe, eHOW Style, Curvz Magazine, and many others.
In her own words, she describes herself as:
Modeling for me is how I speak and connect with people. I have a long list of goals and achievements to accomplish. One of my dreams is to travel around the world and help women with my voice to gain self love, self awareness and self confidence. My mission is to encourage other inspiring plus size models to follow their dreams. “No dream is ever to small or to big”. Modeling for me doesn’t just mean “taking” good pictures, it is my passion and one of my dream dreams. I believe I can bring something unique and different to the plus size world.
I speak through my pictures and hope when people sees my pictures they to see the message of self-love, self-awareness and self-confidence.
Jezra M talks about body positivism in an exclusive interview with Namita Nayyar, President Women Fitness.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
You have become an inspiration for millions of women and young girls all around the world since you started modeling 3 years ago. Walk us through your spectacular modeling journey and tell us how it all began?
Ms. Jezra M.:
My modeling journey came as a blessing to me and I’m so thankful to all the photographers, clothing companies and most importantly the supporters. I started modeling about 3 years now and it’s been amazing journey ever since, I’ve always loved being in front the camera posing and taking pictures as a young child and it all came true when one photographer Mike Mogul ask me if I wanted him to take some professional photos of me and I said “Yes”. The love, the support and the encouragement I received from many women and men was overwhelming and with that is why I decided to push myself to not only become a model but become a model with a purpose and a message.
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Ms. Namita Nayyar:
Introduce us to a typical day in your life.
Ms. Jezra M.:
A day in the life of Jezra is kind of simple but exciting, I start my day going to my 9-5 job which I love. I work for a college and I get the chance to interact with students and professor on an everyday basis. I get to help students academically and personally with any issues they have going on and I love it. After my 9-5 job is over I start my other job which is answering emails from companies who want to work with me as a model/blogger. I love when I receive emails from women around the world who want advice or information about modeling, body positivity information on where to shop for clothes and bras.
I started my hashtag #PUREBODYLOVE because I want women to love their bodies purely, I want women to understand that they are not alone; we are all here to help each other reach a positive point in life. And having women use the hashtag it encourages other women to start loving their own bodies purely.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
What exercises comprise your fitness regime or workout routine to stay fit and healthy?
Ms. Jezra M.:
Right now I go to the Blink Fitness 3 to 4 days a week and I love it, I started going to the gym to gain lots of energy and strength and I must say I’m gaining that and more. I use the stair master some days and also the treadmill but I burn a lot using the stair master. I also use weights sometimes.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
Tell us your Top 5 Favorite Healthy Foods or Recipes.
Ms. Jezra M.:
- I love making and eating salads (with grill chicken or tuna)
- Fruit salads are amazing to make and eat as well
- Shakes are amazing to make as well (fruit and vegetables)
- Pasta/ Lasagna meatless (every now and then) are great.
- Banana Cookies
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Ms. Namita Nayyar:
In the present day scenario, with the rise of social media, how do you think has social media impacted an everyday woman, bringing in multi-fold opportunities to them? Also, what according to you is the one worst thing about it?
Ms. Jezra M.:
Social media is a blessing because it allows me to reach out to women all around the world. It helps women connect with other women which is a beautiful thing. It’s a place where companies can reach out to you to blog, model or become a social media influencer which is a great thing. It’s how I came in contact with many companies I work with today. The worst thing about social media is that negative people use it to bully other people about their skin color, their weight size and I honestly hate it.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
Tell us you’re Top 5 Fashion Secrets to look gorgeous and glamorous?
Ms. Jezra M.:
- Being comfortable in my skin
- Wearing clothes that compliment my curves
- Encouraging myself to always be positive
- Reminding myself I am beautiful
- Going to bed every night HAPPY
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
The fashion industry has had an incredible breakthrough, getting over the norm of stereotype shapes and sizes, but it still has a long way to go. What according to you are the 3 lessons that it still needs to learn?
Ms. Jezra M.:
- Women of all shapes and sizes are beautiful!!
- All women deserve a chance to be who they are and not what society thinks they should be.
- Diversity is a must and should be exercised in all ads and campaigns.
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Ms. Namita Nayyar:
You started the body positive movement #PureBodyLove, and continue to pursue this avenue to empower people from all walks of life. Tell us how have you been able to achieve and quench your thirst of giving back to the society through this endeavor of yours? Also, what are your future goals?
Ms. Jezra M.:
I started my hashtag #PUREBODYLOVE because I want women to love their bodies purely, I want women to understand that they are not alone; we are all here to help each other reach a positive point in life. And having women use the hashtag it encourages other women to start loving their own bodies purely. I speak through my pictures and hope when people see my pictures they see the message of self-love, self-awareness and self-confidence.
People relate to me because I keep it real and I don’t hide anything. Being a full figured woman myself I can relate to the many issues and struggles that many women are facing today. When I post photos or quotes on my page it’s not only for me, it’s mainly for women who need a little inspiration and motivation. I use the word “little” because many women have confidence but some just need a little encouragement and I hope to be the person who helps them see the beauty within. I want women all around the world to feel good about their self and I hope I will be able to touch the lives of every single person I cross paths with on this earth.
In 2017 I plan to further my education by getting my master’s degree in mental health. I want to become a counselor to help women with confidence and body image issues. I would love to continue modeling and blogging. And lastly in 2017 I also plan to continue with my fitness.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
What would be your advice and motivation for the budding and upcoming plus size models, who all are your fans and look up to you for inspiration?
Ms. Jezra M.:
I’m here for you ALL!!! Keep believing in yourself, never think your dream is too big or small to achieve. Allow yourself to grow on your own time. And always strive got greatness because if you believe everyone around would also start believing.
Ms. Namita Nayyar:
What do you wish to say about the website Womenfitness.net and message for our visitors on Body Positivity?
Ms. Jezra M.:
I love the website!!! I love that it’s a website for women of all shapes, sizes and color. I love that it doesn’t discriminate on body type and it’s definitely a place all women and go to and come of feeling welcomed.
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Women Fitness Team thanks Jezra M. for giving her valuable time for this interview, enlightening us and our viewers and quenching the thirst of her fans to know more about her.
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