Check Out Jasmine Garmon’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jasmine Garmon.

Hi Jasmine, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I’ve always wanted to keep up the persona of what I thought a strong black woman was. This misconception is what led me to hide my trauma from my family. I created negative scenarios based on what I assumed their reactions would be. After feeling hopeless, I went to therapy and learned the true definition of a strong black woman which is me. I became determined to not let my past define me and took the initiative to showcase my trauma and how I took back my life and mental health. Aside from telling my story as a strong black woman, I am passionate about running and traveling. I live my life fearless and travel the world like it’s a runway. I capture beautiful moments as an inspired model, and I also recreate photos with different photographers.

As I mentioned above, patience was one of the most important lessons that I learned during this experience. I had to be patient with others as well as myself. As I got closer to publishing my autobiography, I became nervous. I wasn’t nervous because this was my first time publishing but because I was scared of the negative reactions from close friends and family. I realized that I was undoing years of therapy and growth by allowing myself to be hindered by the opinions of others. A mentor once told me to “dream like it’s my last day on earth”. I plan to do just that. No matter where life takes me and always believe in myself.

I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey have been a fairly smooth road?
One important lesson that I’ve learned while drafting my autobiography is patience. I had to be patient while dealing with the fallout that I had with my first editor. Although I would have loved for our collaboration to work, the relationship between us had become damaged beyond repair.

Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I took the opportunity of becoming a full-time CNA which helped me step out of my comfort zone and travel the world. While on the road, my love grew for photography and modeling since I couldn’t run marathons.

What matters most to you? Why?
Advocating for mental health and showing people. It’s important to heal from your trauma because traumatic experiences can hinder you. The negative actions of others do not have to delay or halt your future.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://a.co/d/8qzTu31
• Instagram: ___jazz_flawless
• Twitter: @FlourishQueen28

Image Credits
Kamia McWilliams Christopher Carter