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Photo by Dakota Corbin<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_id=”canny-blogpost” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n I met ARTI SHAH on the set of Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows<\/em>. <\/strong><\/p>\n An inspirational woman of note — her CV is sprinkled with blockbuster titles, like Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker<\/em>, Rogue One<\/em>, Fantastic Beasts<\/em>… (the list goes on) — Arti successfully eradicates all excuses for not following one’s dream. <\/strong><\/p>\n I hope you’ll be as inspired & motivated as I am by this peek into her life. <\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Arti-Shah.jpg” title_text=”Arti Headshots” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||3px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|600|||||||” text_font_size=”14px” text_orientation=”right” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Photo credit: Libby Christensen Photography<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” module_id=”authentology-blogpost” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Arti, what’s the biggest challenge you’ve faced and overcome?<\/strong><\/p>\n I was diagnosed with pseudoachondroplasia at the age of two, as my parents noticed I was growing slowly.\u00a0I was never told that I was different; I was never bubble-wrapped.\u00a0I was so grateful for my parents and my extended family who showed me so much love and instilled in me a desire to be independent and a belief that anything can be possible.<\/p>\n You could say that my life was ‘normal’, but what is normal?\u00a0I knew I couldn\u2019t run as fast as the other kids and I couldn\u2019t reach many things, but I adapted and did whatever I could do. I never felt different. Not until I was 13 or 14, when I was walking home from school and a bunch of boys called me a ‘midget’ and threw stones at me<\/em><\/strong>.\u00a0That was when I realised how different I was and how difficult my life was going to be.\u00a0That was when I began to dislike the way I looked, who I was, and just being alive<\/em>.<\/p>\n During this time I came across a magazine article about a young girl who was having a leg-lengthening operation, and I thought that this would be perfect for me to gain six inches in height.\u00a0I spoke to my parents about this, and they were so supportive. They helped me to arrange a meeting with the surgeon and discuss the impact of the surgery on me. I was so excited, even though it meant taking a year out of school, which also meant that I would be behind by a year. But it didn\u2019t matter. All I cared about was becoming taller.\u00a0I would be accepted by society<\/em>.<\/p>\n A week before I was due to go ahead with the operation, I realised that I wasn\u2019t doing it for me<\/em><\/strong>; I was doing it to fit into society, what I believed society expected of me. I concluded that if I did not love myself, how could anybody else love me for who I am<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n Cancelling the operation was the best decision I ever made.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Has acting always been your no. 1 dream?<\/strong><\/p>\n When I was younger, I always enjoyed role play; and when drama was introduced to me in school, I absolutely loved it.\u00a0And I’ve always loved the escapism of films.\u00a0However, I didn\u2019t pursue this in further education. It wasn\u2019t until I graduated, when my year tutor mentioned that he could see me working in the entertainment world (maybe due to my big personality), that I actually seriously considered it. This prompted my move to London.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|desktop” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Attack-The-Block-scaled.jpg” alt=”Ally grins” title_text=”Attack The Block” url=”https:\/\/thecannycustomco.uk” url_new_window=”on” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”20px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|600|||||||” text_font_size=”14px” text_orientation=”right” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n ATTACK THE BLOCK<\/em> photo courtesy of Big Talk Productions<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-27px||10px||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Tell us about your journey from media sales & recruitment to acting.<\/strong><\/p>\n Before I could move to London to pursue acting, I needed to find a job, which wasn\u2019t easy.\u00a0Back in 2000 I met with so many recruiters who all said that they would help me find work. I knew I was employable: I was educated, well-spoken, and always got on well with people.\u00a0But deep down I knew it was going to be a challenge. How would a recruiter be able to ‘sell’ a four-foot-tall person to the corporate world?<\/p>\n So I started applying directly to organisations.\u00a0Which lead me to my first interview, for Media Sales.\u00a0And I was hired on the spot. They said they liked me and had faith in me, and I cannot explain just how grateful I was.<\/p>\n This allowed me to move to London. While I settled into London living and learning about my new job, I also embarked on research into the acting world.\u00a0I discovered I needed headshots and acting experience. I also needed money to spend on a good acting course. Which meant I had to leave my media sales job and look for one with a higher-earning potential.<\/p>\n A role in recruitment seemed like a good opportunity. Not only could I earn a little more but I could also recruit differently. I could make a difference<\/em>.<\/strong> I had so often been judged on my appearance, and I was determined to not be judgmental about others’ physicality.\u00a0And that\u2019s what I did. I got a job in recruitment, and I recruited differently.<\/p>\n I spent the extra earnings on a method acting course and had headshots taken, and I started sending my CV out to agencies. I received a lot of rejections.\u00a0But through one agent I got to audition for Blue Peter<\/em> as a presenter. This was amazing! I didn\u2019t get the job, but to audition in the Blue Peter<\/em> Garden was phenomenal.<\/p>\n I then worked on a children\u2019s show for a couple of episodes, which was great! I would use my work holidays to attend auditions and to film the episodes. It was a wonderful experience. But I found that there were a lot of stereotypical roles coming my way. For example: an elf during Christmastime. I knew I wasn\u2019t in the entertainment industry to take on stereotypical roles; this was when I realised just how challenging the acting industry was. Even though I needed the experience, I was turning work down to stand up for what I believed in<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n It took almost nine years<\/em> for my film career to take off. And the timing could not have been better. As it turned out, I wasn\u2019t the best recruiter, due to my strong belief in ethical recruiting rather than playing a numbers game.\u00a0So in early 2009, due to the recession, I was made redundant. But things always happen for a reason. In that same year, I was chosen to be a Goblin in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows<\/em>.<\/p>\n But this industry is fickle. I learnt very quickly that, for most actors, paid work isn’t regular. You could have a fantastic role one day, and the next few months could be extremely lean.\u00a0Yet again, the timing could not have been better. A company I used to recruit for (in an ethical way) asked me to do some work for them. That\u2019s when I set up my own recruitment business.\u00a0And with every placement, I donated to charity.<\/p>\n Alongside my recruitment business, I continued to work in TV, theatre, commercials and movies like Guardians of the Galaxy<\/em>, Attack the Block<\/em> and World War Z<\/em>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Star-Wars-The-Force-Awakens-Maz-Kanata.png” title_text=”Star Wars The Force Awakens Maz Kanata” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n STAR WARS: The Force Awakens <\/em>photo credit: see TinyArti.com<\/a><\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n STAR WARS: The Force Awakens <\/em>photo credit: see TinyArti.com<\/a><\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|600|||||||” text_font_size=”14px” text_orientation=”right” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” link_option_url_new_window=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n STAR WARS: The Force Awakens <\/em>photo credit: see TinyArti.com<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Most memorable movie moment? <\/strong><\/p>\n Star Wars: The Force Awakens<\/em>.\u00a0Working with such an amazing cast from the original films, I had to pinch myself to believe it was real. And holding a lightsaber was definitely a highlight!<\/p>\n You’re a wife, a mum, a motivational speaker, an actress, a corporate model, a creature performer… and now you’re writing a book! How do you find time to do everything?\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n Ohh, I honestly don\u2019t know. You could say I love to keep busy.\u00a0I do know that I need to make more time for myself, which I am trying to do.\u00a0But I think I just manage to fit things in week by week and spread my time accordingly.<\/p>\n When, how & why did you become a motivational speaker?<\/strong><\/p>\n I have always said I have a voice and I should use it<\/em>. And I’ve always been motivated to try and change perceptions due to my four-foot-tall frame.\u00a0In 2016, I got my first opportunity to do just that! A well-known university contacted my husband, Rutvig, and asked for me to come in and talk about how I started off in the film industry and what challenges I had to overcome.\u00a0That was the beginning of my motivational speaking career.<\/p>\n The timing was just right: I was expecting my son, Zavian, and, without my realising it, he was the main purpose for my motivational speaking. I am passionate about helping society become more understanding with regard to how unique we all are — and how our differences should be embraced<\/em>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Oxford-Brooks-Talk.jpg” alt=”Zumbalicious” title_text=”Oxford Brooks Talk” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|600|||||||” text_font_size=”14px” text_orientation=”right” custom_margin=”0px||10px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Photo credit: see TinyArti.com<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-24px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n Art, Life & Soul Design and Illustration<\/strong><\/a> covers many types of graphic design, from logos and branding — particularly for start-ups — to advertising for local event companies and menus for pubs and restaurants.<\/p>\n Georgina also creates the most incredible pet portraits on commission. (She calls them PAWtraits. Isn\u2019t that adorable?)<\/p>\n There being no end to this artist\u2019s talents, Georgina has recently become an author as well, having written and illustrated her first children\u2019s book.<\/p>\n Be inspired, and discover:<\/p>\n Georgina\u2019s gorgeous CHRISTMAS RANGE.<\/p>\n PLUS:<\/em> a BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED STORY for three- to eight-year-olds.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n Art, Life & Soul Design and Illustration<\/strong> <\/a>covers many types of graphic design, from logos and branding — particularly for start-ups — to advertising for local event companies and menus for pubs and restaurants.<\/p>\n Georgina also creates the most incredible pet portraits on commission. (She calls them PAWtraits. Isn\u2019t that adorable?)<\/p>\n There being no end to this artist\u2019s talents, Georgina has recently become an author as well, having written and illustrated her first children\u2019s book.<\/p>\n Be inspired, and discover:<\/p>\n Georgina\u2019s gorgeous CHRISTMAS RANGE.<\/p>\n PLUS:<\/em> a BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED STORY for three- to eight-year-olds.<\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”off|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” custom_margin_tablet=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n What’s your motto?<\/strong><\/p>\n Hard work, sheer determination and self-belief. I believe that with this in mind, anything is possible<\/em>.<\/p>\n What has been your lowest moment?<\/strong><\/p>\n When I had stones thrown at me and was called a midget, which is a word I absolutely hate. It’s so derogatory. I actually don\u2019t know which hurt more: the name calling or the stones.<\/em><\/p>\n Who has been your greatest support? <\/strong><\/p>\n My parents, my husband, my son, my brother, extended family, and friends. I am so grateful for the love and support of those around me.<\/p>\n Who is your greatest inspiration? <\/strong><\/p>\n My son. He inspires me every day to do everything I can to change perceptions.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-24px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Olympics-aerialist-Arti.jpg” alt=”Zumbalicious” title_text=”Olympics aerialist Arti” show_bottom_space=”off” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|600|||||||” text_font_size=”14px” text_orientation=”right” custom_margin=”0px||10px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n PARALYMPICS OPENING CEREMONY photo credit: see TinyArti.com<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n Art, Life & Soul Design and Illustration<\/strong><\/a> covers many types of graphic design, from logos and branding — particularly for start-ups — to advertising for local event companies and menus for pubs and restaurants.<\/p>\n Georgina also creates the most incredible pet portraits on commission. (She calls them PAWtraits. Isn\u2019t that adorable?)<\/p>\n There being no end to this artist\u2019s talents, Georgina has recently become an author as well, having written and illustrated her first children\u2019s book.<\/p>\n Be inspired, and discover:<\/p>\n Georgina\u2019s gorgeous CHRISTMAS RANGE.<\/p>\n PLUS:<\/em> a BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED STORY for three- to eight-year-olds.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n Art, Life & Soul Design and Illustration<\/strong> <\/a>covers many types of graphic design, from logos and branding — particularly for start-ups — to advertising for local event companies and menus for pubs and restaurants.<\/p>\n Georgina also creates the most incredible pet portraits on commission. (She calls them PAWtraits. Isn\u2019t that adorable?)<\/p>\n There being no end to this artist\u2019s talents, Georgina has recently become an author as well, having written and illustrated her first children\u2019s book.<\/p>\n Be inspired, and discover:<\/p>\n Georgina\u2019s gorgeous CHRISTMAS RANGE.<\/p>\n PLUS:<\/em> a BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED STORY for three- to eight-year-olds.<\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”off|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” custom_margin_tablet=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Steepest learning curve?<\/strong><\/p>\n Accepting who I am and just going with it. It’s actually liberating.<\/p>\n Best nugget of advice you\u2019ve been given?<\/strong><\/p>\n My parents have always told me: ‘Look after your body, enjoy life to the fullest and don\u2019t give up on your dreams.’<\/p>\n Do you have any words of wisdom or encouragement for those who perhaps see themselves as ‘less than’ — or are too insecure about following their dreams \u2013 because of a physical or mental ‘uniqueness’? <\/strong><\/p>\n We are all different for a reason. Imagine if we all looked the same, how dull society would be. Love who you are<\/em>, believe in yourself. You have a purpose.<\/em><\/strong> Do what you can to make your life your own. Celebrate you, celebrate your differences<\/em>.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-24px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/barnsmokepictures.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Arti-ad.jpg” title_text=”Arti ad” show_bottom_space=”off” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|600|||||||” text_font_size=”14px” text_orientation=”right” custom_margin=”0px||10px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Photo credit: see TinyArti.com<\/a><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n Art, Life & Soul Design and Illustration<\/strong><\/a> covers many types of graphic design, from logos and branding — particularly for start-ups — to advertising for local event companies and menus for pubs and restaurants.<\/p>\n Georgina also creates the most incredible pet portraits on commission. (She calls them PAWtraits. Isn\u2019t that adorable?)<\/p>\n There being no end to this artist\u2019s talents, Georgina has recently become an author as well, having written and illustrated her first children\u2019s book.<\/p>\n Be inspired, and discover:<\/p>\n Georgina\u2019s gorgeous CHRISTMAS RANGE.<\/p>\n PLUS:<\/em> a BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED STORY for three- to eight-year-olds.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n Art, Life & Soul Design and Illustration<\/strong> <\/a>covers many types of graphic design, from logos and branding — particularly for start-ups — to advertising for local event companies and menus for pubs and restaurants.<\/p>\n Georgina also creates the most incredible pet portraits on commission. (She calls them PAWtraits. Isn\u2019t that adorable?)<\/p>\n There being no end to this artist\u2019s talents, Georgina has recently become an author as well, having written and illustrated her first children\u2019s book.<\/p>\n Be inspired, and discover:<\/p>\n Georgina\u2019s gorgeous CHRISTMAS RANGE.<\/p>\n PLUS:<\/em> a BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED STORY for three- to eight-year-olds.<\/p>\n ” content_last_edited=”off|phone” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” custom_margin_tablet=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”0px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”off|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Now I know that you’re currently working on getting your book published. What motivated you to share your life story?<\/strong><\/p>\n When I moved to London, I had so many strange things happen to me. Often I would laugh about them with my aunt, and she suggested I write a book. So that\u2019s what I started doing.\u00a0I started writing about all of the situations I was faced with in London; and then I continued to write about my childhood, the hurdles, the fun things, my career, my family life and much more. During the writing process I realised that I needed to share my story with so many people, especially those who don\u2019t like who they are and are suffering<\/em>. I want to reach out and say it’s okay to be different; don\u2019t suffer in silence.<\/p>\n Arti, what an inspiration you are. Here’s to you, and to your book! Looking forward to reading it one day soon.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-27px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n READERS: I hope you enjoyed this interview. If you have any comments — or suggestions for the TITLE OF ARTI’S BOOK — please comment below. If you want to know more about Arti, pop over to her website<\/a> or connect with her on Facebook<\/a>, TikTok<\/a>, Insta<\/a> & Twitter<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n Thank you, as always, for reading and subscribing. I am grateful for you all.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”15px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” collapsed=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Raleway||||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Tweetable TAKEAWAYS<\/u><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n Be Bold. Stand up for what you believe in.<\/p>\n You can make a difference. Yes, YOU.<\/strong><\/p>\n Embrace & celebrate your differences!<\/p>\n Look after your body, enjoy life to the fullest and don’t give up on your dreams.<\/p>\n You have a PURPOSE.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text content_tablet=”<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Just so you know\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n I don\u2019t receive any reward\/commission for promoting any of the businesses on my blog. Having bought something from each company, I just can\u2019t help but LOVE these brands and want the world to know about them.<\/p>\n ” content_phone=”<\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Just so you know\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n I don\u2019t receive any reward\/commission for promoting any of the businesses on my blog. 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