Today we’d like to introduce you to Destiny Davis.
Hi Destiny, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
In December 2019, I had just gotten out of a really toxic situation (thank GOD!) and looked at myself in the mirror and realized that I really didn’t like what I seen. I was living in Florida at the time and decided to move back to Houston for a fresh beginning. I decided that it was time to make a change for the better. I was homeless with no job and no money but I knew that I wanted to start taking control of my life and most importantly, of my health. At this time, I was only 21 but I figured the earlier the better to make a change instead of waiting for things to worsen. I didn’t want to keep spiraling out of control with no end goal. From there, I started a membership at Planet Fitness just to start and that’s all she wrote. I stopped eating processed foods of any sort and went plant-based for three years. Fast forward through all those years, I have now switched over to a balanced whole foods diet, yet still majority plant based. All of this wasn’t easy… I went through emotional turmoil battling with myself and with my finances because let me tell you, eating whole foods is NOT cheap! I decided to pick up a hobby pole dancing. Volleyball is actually my favorite sport but playing recreational just wasn’t as fulfilling as I had wanted it to be at the time. Plus, I usually like court volleyball and the sand volleyball that’s usually offered just requires a different level of skill. After taking classes at the Pole Experience a few times, I was offered a partnership with them as an ambassador! I was already creating fitness content on Instagram and getting paid for it, so I was super excited and honored to be chosen. Few months later, I am much better with my moves on the pole, I have a hobby that makes me feel sexy, and I am still able to create my Instagram content as I please. My favorite part about pole is that it is also like a sport, if you aren’t in shape, it will definitely get you there! I just want to thank God and all of my peers around me who support me so wholesomely. I have gotten thus far, let’s see how far I can take it. To the moon!
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
I think the biggest challenge for me was keeping a dollar in my pocket while healing all my ailments. Switching over from junk processed foods to whole foods was taking a major toll on my bank account. So much so that I decided to pay for a course that helped me get paid from these brands by promoting their businesses. I learned how to reach out and pitch to my favorites. Some gave me coupons and others gave me free PR packages in the mail with goodies, that I absolutely LOVED, in exchange for content.
I was also facing another obstacle that was much more serious. I was misdiagnosed with epilepsy when I was 15. After buying a 6-month supply of medication at 21 years old, I decided that it was time to either make a sacrificial change or continue the pain of feeling misunderstood and like a burden to my loved ones. Throughout all of this, I had decided to cut my medicine cold turkey and heal myself naturally. Yikes! I hadn’t ever had a seizure a day in my life up until the week I stopped the medication. I have had seizures at the gym, in my shower, and at relatives’ houses. The seizures stopped eventually, and I was able to dream a different dream. My advice to anyone reading this is that healing is possible but please do what is right for YOU. Not everyone has the privilege to heal themselves naturally and actually needs modern medicine to help them live their day to day lives. Throughout all of this I was able to learn about myself in ways I couldn’t before. I also stay as far away from alcohol as possible because liquor is an intoxicating trigger for me. I hope this inspired someone <3
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I am a pole dancer and ambassador at The Pole Experience in Houston, TX. I am also a content creator specializing in fitness, beauty, and health categories.
My social media handle is @missdestinyalyssiaa
I am mainly on Instagram.
I do have a regular 9-5 job working at an Amazon warehouse, but my side hustles are so much more enticing!
I currently help other brands promote their business by bringing their products or services to my platform (User-generated content) and help women feel empowered in their own bodies by inspiring them to try a new hobby like Pole Dancing!
What sets me apart from everyone is else is that I don’t worry about what the next person is doing. I simply focus on my goals, and I go get it! People are so caught up in what the trend is, and I honestly don’t care. If I have a goal in mind, it’s all about achieving said goal.
What quality or characteristic do you feel is most important to your success?
I am successful because I am a woman of integrity. To be successful, it takes discipline and self-love. Lucky for me, God has blessed me with all of the above with room for more.
Pricing:
- 150- 1 UGC video
- 75- One photo
- *For others and packages, please contact me*
Contact Info:
- Website: destinyalyssiaa.my.canva.site
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/missdestinyalyssiaa
