
I grew up in a traditional Greek family, in which religion, family, and food were the only fundamentals in life. My genetics never allowed a fast metabolism nor a desire to be physically active, thus giving me curves in all the wrong places – as a kid. Naturally, I was bullied for being different. Although I was the chubby, nerdy girl at school, I had determination – a fierce drive to become an empowered, beautiful, educated woman someday.















