I hope that I can be a role model and positive influence to

The words of Alexa Bliss, “I hope that I can be a role model and positive influence to anyone else who is struggling with insecurities within themselves,” rise like a soft dawn after a long night. They are the utterance of one who has walked through the valley of doubt and come forth bearing light for others. To be a role model is not to stand upon a pedestal of perfection, but to stand firm in truth—to reveal that even the wounded can walk with grace. Bliss’s hope speaks to the eternal struggle within the human soul: the battle between the voice that says “I am not enough” and the quiet whisper that answers, “I am becoming.”

In the wisdom of the ancients, those who conquered kingdoms were praised less than those who conquered the self. The mightiest of victories is over one’s own insecurities, for they are invisible foes, subtle and treacherous. They creep into the heart in moments of silence and whisper unworthiness into the ear. Alexa Bliss, a warrior of the modern arena, speaks not from vanity but from understanding—for she, too, has felt the chains of doubt and broken them with courage. Her words are a call to all who suffer beneath the weight of comparison and fear: rise, and let your scars become your crown.

Remember the tale of Themistocles, the great Athenian general. In his youth, he was scorned by the noble-born, mocked for his lack of pedigree. Yet he burned with the fire of purpose. While others sought glory, he sought worth; while others sought applause, he sought wisdom. Through perseverance, he became the savior of Greece at Salamis, turning his insecurities into instruments of greatness. In this, he embodied what Bliss declares—that by striving to overcome the darkness within, one may become a positive influence to countless others. The courage of one can kindle the courage of many.

To be a positive influence is no small task. It is not achieved by preaching from towers, but by walking among the broken with compassion. A true role model does not speak only of triumph but also of the path of struggle that led to it. When one bares the truth of their pain, it becomes a lantern in another’s night. Alexa Bliss offers herself as such a lantern—a living testimony that even those who shine in the public eye once trembled in the shadows of self-doubt. Her words are not for the strong, but for those who do not yet believe they are strong enough.

There is a deep humility in her hope. She does not proclaim herself a savior but a mirror, reflecting the strength that already dwells within others. Each of us, in our own way, holds this same power. We may not stand before crowds or wear laurels of fame, yet within our families, our friendships, our daily struggles, we have the chance to be a role model to someone else. By living authentically, by facing our insecurities rather than fleeing them, we offer silent permission for others to do the same.

Consider the poet Maya Angelou, who once said, “I can be changed by what happens to me, but I refuse to be reduced by it.” Like Bliss, Angelou transformed her pain into purpose, her wounds into wisdom. Both women embody the truth that influence does not arise from perfection—it is born of endurance, empathy, and the courage to be seen as flawed yet unbroken. They remind us that vulnerability, when embraced with dignity, becomes strength.

So, let these words echo through your heart: You are not too small to inspire. You need not wait until every insecurity has faded before you reach out your hand to another. Every time you offer kindness, share your truth, or lift another from despair, you become what Bliss hoped to be—a positive influence, a quiet beacon of hope in the storm. The fire of your courage may warm someone you will never meet.

Lesson and Practice:
Embrace your imperfections as proof of your humanity. When doubt whispers that you are unworthy, answer it with action—create, help, uplift, and persist. Be honest about your struggles, for honesty is the bridge that connects hearts. Each day, strive not for flawlessness but for authenticity. In doing so, you will find that the very insecurities that once held you captive can become the wings that set others free. To be a role model is not to be perfect—it is to be real, resilient, and radiant in your imperfection.