Inspiring Teens Magazine Features

Bailey Scroggins

9/3/2020

Bailey Scroggins – Illinois
Interview by Diamond Orin
Nomination and Photography by Shutterbug Photography by Michelle
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

The Nomination: Bailey Scroggins inspires me every day! She is such an amazing teen! Not only is she a great student and athlete she is also an amazing friend! She has the biggest heart and is there for anyone that needs a shoulder or just a smile! She is going to go on to do great things in life! I wish her the best!

Photography by Shutterbug Photography by Michelle

Does it make it harder to inspire someone when you have a twin?
No, I don’t think it is harder to inspire someone when you have a twin if anything I feel like we could be a double inspiration to someone.

What is it like knowing you are an inspiration others?
It feels so great to know that I am an inspiration to others. I look for other people to inspire me all the time, so it makes me feel so good knowing that I’ve inspired anyone even if it is just one person.

Photography by Shutterbug Photography by Michelle

How does social media affect your life and many other teens?
I feel like social media affects kids in a lot of different ways. The things people say behind a phone screen is horrible and can make kids feel less of themselves. It can also spread positivity and could make kids feel really good about themselves.

Photography by Shutterbug Photography by Michelle

What sports do you play and what do you like about them?
I run cross country and I play soccer. Cross country has always been a sport that is very peaceful and very calming to me. Soccer has been a sport that I just love and I’m just able to go out and play and do what I love to do.

Bailey will be featured in issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!

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Allison Hooper

8/27/2020

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Allison Hooper - Illinois
Interview by Claire Plath
Nomination and Photography by Whitney Atwood Photography
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

The Nomination: Allison is a confident young lady with a very bright future ahead of her. She is not only beautiful on the outside but on the inside as well. She is a sweet girl who is always up for any idea I throw her way. It has been a pleasure photographing not only her 8th grade images but her senior ones as well. I have enjoyed watching her transform into the young lady she has become. Best of luck Allison in your future!

Photography by Whitney Atwood Photography

What do you love most about fashion and how have you been able to express yourself through it?
I love that I can express myself through fashion. I live in a small town and people get judged if you don’t fit the mold here. I have been able to break that mold and meet others that have dealt with the same issues that I have. I can express styles I love and feel free when I pick a design that fits my personality.

What challenges have you faced with having anxiety and OCD, but how have you overcome them in a positive way?
I have always had a fear of crowds with sports, friends, etc. I worry about will people talk to me, include me, judge me for who I am. I had horrible test anxiety at school, and it caused me to have ticks with my face and my ocd is with body image and trying to be perfect. I was able to see a mental health doctor and a counselor to help me cope with both anxiety and ocd. I had to tell myself to get up and go places like school or sporting events, and then I got a couple jobs that really pushed me too. I don’t want to be defined by my anxiety, but I am not ashamed of it either. It has made me become a very hard worker in every area of my life.

Photography by Whitney Atwood Photography

Tell me a little bit about the two jobs you are currently working at, and what it’s like in the work environment.
I currently work at Misty’s Media, Make-up and Boutique. I have been modeling the clothing line since I was 14. I love every minute of it. I have a great boss who has been there for me through all my anxiety and understands. She also co-owns a restaurant in Fairfield, Javalou and I waitress there. This has probably been my biggest blessing. It pushes me to meet new people and get out of my comfort zone. I have seen people in my town be very considerate and genuinely kind. Also, I have met some great friends working at both places.

What advice would you give to other teens who struggle with their mental health?
Get help, you’re not alone. You are the only person that can help yourself. Encourage yourself daily. Make sure to have a good support system of people that love and care about you and understand. Educate yourself and others around you about mental health. Take a break if you need one and listen to your body.

Photography by Whitney Atwood Photography

How have the obstacles you have overcome in your life inspired others through your encouraging and uplifting personality?
I have had the opportunity to be there for others I care about when they were dealing with mental health. They didn’t have to be alone. I whole heartily want to help anyone I can that is in need or hurting. I want the best for them and I am willing to stay around to help.

Allison will be featured in issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine!

click here for more info on issue 37

click here to nominate an inspiring teen

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Bailey Scroggins

Bailey Scroggins – Illinois
Interview by Diamond Orin
Nomination and Photography by Shutterbug Photography by Michelle
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

Allison Hooper

Allison Hooper - Illinois
Interview by Claire Plath
Nomination and Photography by Whitney Atwood Photography
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

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Bailey Scroggins – Illinois
Interview by Diamond Orin
Nomination and Photography by Shutterbug Photography by Michelle
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine

Allison Hooper - Illinois
Interview by Claire Plath
Nomination and Photography by Whitney Atwood Photography
Issue 37 of Inspiring Teens Magazine