Selena Gomez, born on 22 July 1992, is a well-known singer, actress, and producer, who found fame at a very young age and still going strong. From early on in her career she has been an inspiration for millions through her empowering songs and how she fought bravely through some of the most difficult phases of her life.
She began her acting career on the children’s TV series Barney & Friends (2002–2004). In her teenage years, she rose to prominence for her lead role as Alex Russo in the Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place (2007–2012). She has been a part of most of our childhood and definitely influenced my fashion choices while playing Alex Russo.
Not just with acting but she has sold over seven million albums and 22 million singles worldwide and most of her songs top the charts as soon as they are released. She is one one the most followed personality on social media, and it’s all because of her humbling personality (asking fans not to spend money on filters, during her live) and the thoughtful messages that she represents.
And in other celebrations, even her role in the latest show, Only Murders in the Building has been nominated for the SAG Awards. So to celebrate the amazing musician, actress and business owner on her birthday, we bring you some of the best statements given by her, that everyone should listen to for a daily dose of motivation.
Some Best Words of Wisdom By Selena Gomez
Graduation 2020: Facebook and Instagram Celebrate the Class of 2020
In 2020, when the world was going through a very hard time, which had greatly impacted the students’ lives as well, Facebook and Instagram organised an online event to celebrate the graduating students and motivate them in the difficult time. Among many speakers, many would definitely relate to what Selena Gomez said in the video below.
‘When people ask me if there’s something that I would tell my younger self, I always said, ‘Go ahead and do it.’…I want to say it’s okay not to know what you want to do with the rest of your life. It’s a journey to find your direction or your passion so don’t get frustrated by the mistakes and setbacks, as they happen to all of us.’
Trust yourself – WE Day California (2013)
In an inspiring speech at the We Day conference in California, Selena emphasised on the importance of staying true to yourself and chronicled how she almost lost track of who she truly is because she was paying too much attention to other people’s thoughts and ideals. And further said that she realised ‘I don’t know how to be anything but myself’.
7th We Day Anniversary – On Social Media and Haters
While living in a world which is majorly online, we are bound to be affected by the words, and actions of others, who might not have the best interest for us. In this short speech, Selena Gomez tells her fans, ‘you are not defined by an Instagram photo, by a like, or by comment. I want you guys to know that the trick is to focus on the love and what I want you guys to do with every rude comment you get, every person that tries to hurt you personally, or through the internet, I want you to forgive them. Just forgive them because they don’t even know. They have no idea.’
Apart from these speeches, she has said some really inspiring things that show the kind of person she is. Like in an interview with Seventeen she said, “If you are able to look yourself in the mirror every day with the decisions that you make, that’s where power starts.” And I believe this is the best quote to take away.
Most of our lives are filled with regrets and guilt, but once we own up to everything that’s when our life and perspective start to change. It’s not just these moments but if you been an avid listener of her music, you would realise the power they hold and how much they comfort her fans who might be going through troubles of their own.
So which one of her speeches inspires you the most? Do you have any favourite songs of Selena Gomez? Do let us know in the comments below. Meanwhile, Happy Birthday, Selena Gomez!
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