Liz Lira Enterprises

When I was a child in Bolivia, I felt ugly, alone, like no one could hear me. I didn't have the resources to affect change in my life. My confidence was zero.

But then I found dance at age 6 when my dad signed me up to a non-profit organization called Saint Joseph Ballet (SJBC). My director, a former nun who founded SJBC, was terrific. She showed me I had a chance to become more in tune with my body. I found a connection to music and arts and became part of a positive and supportive community.

Everything was incredible, but I eventually had to make some difficult choices to decide who I wanted to be. What should my career be? How do I find the love I want? I got caught in a bad relationship, so I decided to be single and work on myself for a long time. I fully committed to my passion, which brought me a sense of confidence, joy, laughter, freedom, and adventure.