Inspiration's potential to change the world: Naima Mora at TEDxSacramento

Naima Mora reached international fame and broke into the world of high fashion modeling after winning the title of America's Next Top Model (2008). She remains an all-time 'fan favorite' and has landed on the covers of many high profile magazines around the world. She has walked the runway for some of fashion's top designers and been the face of globally known cosmetic lines such as Cover Girl. This is only part of the story. Naima is a published author and an emerging singer/songwriter. She is the front woman of the band Galaxy of Tar. Through her music, her literary pursuits, and social media endeavors, Naima has taken on the challenge of connecting with young people and their stories about overcoming great adversity and achieving impossible results. She has made it her intentional life purpose to share that wisdom with others, thus, making herself the voice of a generation. Naima works to help others find their "model life," that is, the model qualities of a global citizen who hopes to change the landscape of their own limitations and of a human race in need of healing.
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[@dependent-wafer-177]

She wore that Mohawk better than anyone in the world. I love this girl.

[@yoyoboho4219]

the softness and calmness just got me

[@rosea2350]

My favorite ANTM winner ever 💕

[@polyxkidd]

Naima was always a special spirit and human being since I first watched her on ANTM. I'm glad she's continuing to find and share inspiration with the world around us.

[@sam_sketches9013]

Really nice

[@creating1_c1999]

Naima is as beautiful as she is smart. This is a gifted and talented artist. She could have chosen any career path and excelled. Well-done Naima!

[@MissJosephine93]

Her walk in the final runway will forever be iconic 😍

[@millerb2525]

Nam Myoho Renge Kyo!!! Great job

[@clickchick6861]

I love her voice, soft. Annnnndddd that talk! Powerful

[@annasharma2616]

What a Lovely Woman to share her inspiration and encourage others! Nam Myoho Renge Kyo!

[@MoochnNique]

She said her "intent" was to inspire and she inspired me for over 10 years. Go Naima!!!!

[@DavidLevkoff]

Incredibly articulate. Such refinement, and genuine sentiment. Followed her career from the start and must say that she is one who I look to for inspiration. Very talented, and moving.

[@mxntmfan]

I love Naima Mora!!!! Definitely my favorite ANTM winner & ANTM contestant overall. :)

[@trueblueedits4673]

Her voice is so beautiful.

[@nancyaneke1346]

Very beautiful & attractive!

[@joaobrandjr]

So beautiful, so touching, so real! Very inspiring! Thank you Naima - you are a ROLE MODEL!

[@loisahn]

She was always my favorite.

[@carolmassenburg6933]

Thanks for sharing your TRUTH…Yes I remember you from ANTM! Keep shining, you are beautiful.

[@jffz9099]

I just adore you, Naima, I have right from day one. You are still my very favorite ANTM winner ever. Smart, beautiful, you sing, you're able to speak publicly so calmly, you probably have many other talents I don't know about, and you have interesting and inspiring things to say - thank you. :-)

[@gabimaza780]

She's always and forever will be my favorite

[@chrisdonohue3843]

I randomly started watching ANTM Season 4 just to see the scene where Tyra screams at Tiffany, but I'm so glad I discovered Naima while watching! Her grace and compassion were such a ray of light on the show. She totally deserved that win, and I'm glad she's continued to use her platform to inspire people.

[@TheBloodVodka]

So much shade thrown at Keenyah! Lol I love you Naima! I was rooting for you to win.

[@MissJosephine93]

I know right. The show almost implied the tour guide guy gave the key to Naima when it was Naima herself who asked for it in the first place!

[@oscar75oscar]

Thank you a lot from France ! I will create inspiration, I promise you !

[@jissaestacio1829]

Naima, siempre mi favoritaa!

[@danielle228512]

Naima will always be my favorite winner ❤️

[@LaylaSabourian]

Dear Naima, thank you for this inspirational talk. I have forwarded to all the people I know who could use a moment of inspiration. We cannot wait to meet you in person in San Francisco!

[@whipchops]

The only supermodel I find attractive. and such a pleasant speaking voice I could listen to her all day

[@xKeepTheFaithx]

She's so amazing and inspiring :) I loved her on ANTM.

[@nickbandouveris474]

Naima, you are just great. Same amazing spirit and a real sense of maturity that is surely keeping you young! Great talk. Glad to know you!!

[@angelicasbestversion3301]

Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful experience, it totally resounded with my heart. Muchas Gracias!

[@DrishaLeggitt]

I wish every young girl saw this video; you embody beauty and strength inside and out, and I am so proud and inspired by your grace and intelligence! I am glad you are out speaking and encouraging others to live more spiritual lives and positive lives. And I will look for opportunities to forward and promote your inspirational words to others!

[@mansiparmar2796]

Anpac Bio-Medical Science Company She practices nichiren buddhism. Thts what makes her so dif

[@ElizabethKemler]

Bravo!! You are just wonderful--a true inspiration.

[@sailingsam3815]

Sincere talk from the pure heart of a seeking young woman.😊

[@KSchmidtMegaFan]

This was so inspiring to watch. Very well spoken Naima and I loved watching this. Thank You for sharing this with us!

[@hawaiihypnosis]

Way to go Naima! Its been a while since we hung out back in Detroit.

[@IfeMora]

Naima this is beautiful, courageous and very inspiring!!!

[@pearlchang5775]

Great Naima I will share this with SGI-TAIWAN members

[@SpicyHamachiRoll]

me and all my friends absolutely LOVED her!

[@TKees4eva]

Amazing and Beautiful, What the World needs, Love sweet Love, Thank you for sharing Naima.

[@christinapanczyk9143]

Really, an inspiring talk-her words are so powerful. What an experience she had opening that prison door and realizing the gravity of that moment. Thank you, Naima!

[@kkubo84]

Love you Naima!! You are amazing!!

[@4papaya]

Very inspiring speech. I can feel her heart and passion in her voice. Thank you!

[@InterfaithCenterofLight]

Beautifully said! Thank you for sharing!

[@hky3212007]

Very inspired after watching this. Thank you for sharing!

[@davydavi]

Thank you for this....new to this faith, but loving it!

[@twa520]

Very well spoken...Thank you for sharing!

[@yesiwill100]

I absolutely loved this!

[@lovejourdan__]

Cycle 4 is one of my favorites

[@kojicanales]

Naima! Thank YOU !

[@ramasitaraman32]

So beautiful. Again it brought closer to the Mentor.

[@rheaa1400]

OUTSTANDING!

[@KristianCheyenne413]

She is still my favorite winner.

[@SheLiiShyness]

You inspire me more Naima.

[@airyballoon9215]

my FAVOURITE winner EVER

[@ayperijumabekkyzy4203]

Naima, i admire you)))) thanks for video)))

[@ersolios]

Wow she inspired me too bless u love😁

[@Neelimatadepalli]

Wow!!! Shez so gud!!

[@dusty0almeida]

So beautiful ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@marcoeast]

インスピレーション、モチベーション、インスパイア…。 日本語で語られていた仏法が英語になっていますが、彼女が深い次元で仏法を感じているのが分かります。

[@SpicyHamachiRoll]

we still do =)

[@vocalizeevishaldoshi2769]

Quiet inspirational

[@radhacharandas6333]

Very nice

[@emotion318]

Provided me by hppsii (Purush.)..

[@siddhantgarde5848]

👍

[@johnnyleong4508]

Brilliant and true successful model cum wt Ambassador to world NGO ! NMHRgK...

[@EmeraldSigh]

NMRKX3!

[@ngimasherpa1607]

Your Beautiful person. your pass Karma you are able to get the teaching of Buddha shadhu shadhu shadhu

[@thewinner7382]

wtf @ her tattoos

[@addwantedparadise]

shes beautiful