By Ali Stafford at Augusta National

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Scottie Scheffler insists he is not treating The Masters any differently to any other title defence, despite his chance to make major history at Augusta National.

Scheffler secured a maiden major title with an impressive three-shot victory in last year's contest, which was part of a dominant streak of four wins in a six-tournament stretch to start 2022.

The American successfully defended his title at the WM Phoenix Open in February and stormed to a five-shot win at The Players last month, with Scheffler now having the chance to claim a seventh victory in 14 months.

Jack Nicklaus, Sir Nick Faldo and Tiger Woods are the only players to have previously successfully defended their title at The Masters, with Scheffler adamant that having fun is more of a motivation than creating a legacy.

"Just because it's The Masters and it is what it is, and it's such a special tournament that I think we build it up so much in our heads," Scheffler said in his pre-tournament press conference.

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"As far as my preparation goes, I've kept things pretty similar to what they were last year, outside of getting here a few hours earlier on Sunday so I could play more golf.

"When the tournament starts on Thursday, everybody starts even par. Just because you're defending doesn't mean I get to start at one under. I'll be approaching it just like I do a lot of other tournaments.

"Legacy at the end of this is not really why I play. With that being said, any time you can get mentioned in the same breath as a Tiger and a Jack and a Nick Faldo is really special, but it's not a motivating factor for me to come out here and play.

"It's so special and cool when it happens, but it doesn't motivate me out here. I'm just trying to come out here and do my best and play good golf and have fun. Legacy is a complicated thing. In 100 years I'm going to be forgotten and it's not a big deal."

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Scheffler heads into the opening major of the year as world No 1 ahead of Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm, who could both leapfrog the American at the top of the standings with a victory this week.

Rahm is already a three-time winner on the PGA Tour this year and McIlroy - chasing the career Grand Slam this week - started 2023 with Hero Dubai Desert Classic victory, with golf's leading trio having six titles between them during the past three months.

"We are definitely not making each other worse, that's for sure," Scheffler added. "I think you've seen just a pretty high level of consistency from us so far this year. I think if you look at a lot of the leaderboards, we've been pretty close to winning most of the elevated events.

"A lot of that is just good, healthy competition and hopefully we'll continue to elevate ourselves through that competition and then the guys behind us will be nothing but motivated to get to where we are."

When asked about their consistency, McIlroy said: "It just seems like one of us three is popping up every week we play with a chance to win. That's the level that we all want to be at.

"I think that for me, anyway, seeing those two guys consistently performing at that level just pushes me to want to be better."

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The Oracle of Omaha, Warren Buffett, is one of the most successful investors and CEOs of all time; he is a treasure trove of wisdom regarding achieving success, staying motivated, and managing money wisely. In this blog post, well examine some of his most famous quotes and explore how you can apply his principles to your life.

Buffetts message here is clear: focus on the few things that matter and avoid making too many mistakes. To be successful, its crucial to prioritize the things that will have the most significant impact on your life and not get bogged down in the minutiae. Doing so will make you more efficient and effective in your pursuit of success. All you need to do to succeed is have a few big wins while not doing any big stupid things that ruin you.

Saying no to almost everything besides your primary goals can help you stay focused and out of trouble. This quote highlights the importance of focus and prioritization. Successful people understand that saying yes to everything dilutes their efforts and distracts them from their primary goals. By saying no to almost everything, they can concentrate their energy and resources on the few things that matter, ultimately leading to success.

The company you keep can have a profound impact on your life. Buffett emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people who inspire and help you grow. Youll learn from their experiences, adopt their positive traits, and improve yourself by doing this. Be careful who you spend time with and how you allow it to affect your beliefs, attitude, and behavior.

Habits are crucial to success, shaping our behavior and determining our daily routines. Buffett warns us about the power of good and bad habits and how they can be difficult to change once theyre firmly entrenched. The key is to be conscious of your habits and build positive ones while working to break any that may be holding you back.

In this humorous quote, Buffett highlights the importance of patience and understanding that some things take time to come to fruition. In pursuing success, remaining patient and persistent is crucial, even when you dont see immediate results.

Passion is a powerful driving force behind success. Buffett believes those who pursue their passions are more likely to be successful because they are intrinsically motivated to work hard and strive for excellence. Find what you love to do, and let that be your guiding force in your pursuit of success. Following your passion and work energy is an edge.

Reputation is an invaluable asset. Buffett reminds us that building a good reputation takes time and effort, while a momentary lapse in judgment can destroy it. Always be mindful of your actions and decisions, and consider their impact on your reputation. Your reputation, name, and brand are your most valuable assets; guard them wisely and never risk losing them.

Preserving your capital is one of the essential principles in investing. According to Buffett, the first rule of investing is to avoid losing money, and the second rule is never to forget the first rule. By focusing on preserving your capital, youll be in a better position to grow your wealth over time. The key to success in investing is to start with risk management.

Buffett emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between price and value when investing. A high price doesnt always mean high value, and a low price doesnt necessarily mean low value. By focusing on the underlying value of an investment rather than its price, youll be more likely to make sound investment decisions. This is the core of his investing strategy, getting value for his capital in discounted future cash flows of the underlying business he buys.

This quote highlights the importance of having a long-term perspective when investing. The stock market can be volatile in the short term, but those who are patient and able to ride out the ups and downs are more likely to reap the rewards. By adopting a long-term perspective and remaining patient, you can increase your chances of success in investing. Buffett believes impatience is an expensive habit to have in the stock market.

Buffett often speaks about the power of compound interest, reinvesting dividends, and compounding capital gains; this quote beautifully illustrates the idea. The benefits of compound interest can take time to manifest, but by consistently investing and allowing your wealth to grow over time, youll eventually enjoy the fruits of your labor. Like planting a tree, investing in your financial future requires patience and foresight, but the rewards can be significant.

Warren Buffetts quotes offer valuable insights into achieving success, staying motivated, navigating life, and managing and investing money wisely. By applying his principles and wisdom to your own life, youll be well on your way to reaching your goals and building a prosperous future.

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eXps Shareholder Summit: Experts Fred Reichheld and Cassandra Worthy to Deliver Motivational Talks On Customer Loyalty and Opportunity Mindset

eXps Shareholder Summit: Net Promoter System (NPS) Creator Fred Reichheld Will Appear in Fireside Chat With Glenn Sanford on May 20 and Change Enthusiasm Expert Cassandra Worthy Will Give the Final Keynote on May 20

Net Promoter System (NPS) Creator Fred Reichheld Will Appear in Fireside Chat With Glenn Sanford on May 20

Change Enthusiasm Expert Cassandra Worthy Will Give the Final Keynote on May 20

BELLINGHAM, Wash., April 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), (or the Company), the holding company for eXp Realty, Virbela and SUCCESS Enterprises, today announced that Fred Reichheld and Cassandra Worthy noted experts on customer loyalty and transformational change will take the stage at the ninth annual eXp Shareholder Summit, taking place May 17-20, 2023 at the Rosen Shingle Creek Hotel in Orlando, Florida.

Fred Reichheld, aka the high priest of loyalty, takes the stage in a fireside chat

For companies big and small that value customer satisfaction and loyalty, the most well-respected system for generating progress and measuring results isthe Net Promoter Systemor NPS. Reichheld, who created NPS, will headline a fireside chat with eXp Realty Founder and CEO, Glenn Sanford, in front of an audience of thousands of eXp Realty agents. His talk will discuss how to drive profit through customer and employee loyalty to generate extraordinary results.

Cassandra Worthy tackles surviving change to growing through change

Worthy, a chemical engineer who worked nearly two decades in the consumer packaged goods industry, will give the final keynote at the Shareholder Summit. Author of Change Enthusiasm: How to Harness the Power of Emotion for Leadership and Success, Worthy is a noted disruptive thought leader on the change companies need to implement in order to build organizational resilience and adaptability. She will close the second general session with a powerful keynote that will give our agents the framework to transform their fear of change into fuel for personal and organizational growth.

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Both Reichheld and Worthy will take the general session stage on May 20, 2023.

Touted as the most agent-centric event ever

This years event the most agent-centric ever in eXp history is designed to help agents take their business to new heights. Here is a look at what agents can expect:

Leading agent speakers dominating the stage, across both general and breakout sessions

Ed Mylett will inspire and motivate as the May 19 keynote speaker

Fast-track certification courses for Relocation, REO and Affinity, adding new streams of quality buyer and seller referrals

An exclusive ICON Agents panel with best practices from agents who have achieved exceptional production goals and positively impacted company culture

XCamp, dubbed the unconference conference, is built by agents live during the event featuring top and up-and-coming agents

Latest company updates from leadership across eXp Realty, SUCCESS Enterprises and Virbela

EXPO Hall featuring eXp World Holdings companies, eXp Partners and event sponsors

5K Fund Run & Walk to support eXtend a Hand, eXp Realtys official nonprofit that provides financial assistance when eXp real estate agents and staff face hardships

For the first time ever, eXp Realty agents have the option to invite one non-eXp licensed agent to be their guest for a full eXp immersion experience, with the newly launched eXplorer Pass!

An epic eXp Takeover Closing Bash at Universal Studios Islands of Adventure

To register for the eXp Shareholder Summit, visit expshareholdersummit.com.

Net Promoter is a registered trademark of Bain and Company, Satmetrix, and Fred Reichheld.

About eXp World Holdings, Inc.eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI) is the holding company for eXp Realty, Virbela and SUCCESS Enterprises. eXp Realty is the fastest-growing real estate company in the world with more than 87,000 agents in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, South Africa, India, Mexico, Portugal, France, Puerto Rico, Brazil, Italy, Hong Kong, Colombia, Spain, Israel, Panama, Germany, Dominican Republic, Greece, New Zealand, Chile, Poland and Dubai and continues to scale internationally. As a publicly traded company, eXp World Holdings provides real estate professionals the unique opportunity to earn equity awards for production goals and contributions to overall company growth. eXp World Holdings and its businesses offer a full suite of brokerage and real estate tech solutions, including its innovative residential and commercial brokerage model, professional services, collaborative tools and personal development. The cloud-based brokerage is powered by Virbela, an immersive 3D platform that is deeply social and collaborative, enabling agents to be more connected and productive. SUCCESS Enterprises, anchored by SUCCESS magazine and its related media properties, was established in 1897 and is a leading personal and professional development brand and publication.

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Monday Motivation: When Pooja Hegde showed workouts can be fun and composed with slow burn exercises; VIDEO

Pooja Hegde is one of the fittest actresses in the South. She never leaves a day behind to work out and also maintains a healthy diet. From pilates, and yoga to workout, she does it all like a pro. So who better than her for Monday Motivation right? Here's a unique workout session of Pooja Hegde if you want to start off your Monday not so heavy. She shows how to slow-burn exercises in the workout video.

Pooja Hegde shows how to do slow burn exercises to concentrate on her entire body by practicing lunges, one-leg balancing exercisesand lifts. This helps the muscles to strengthen and also makes the routine not overburdened. Keeping her fitness game strong, the actress posted a clip where she can be seen doing a workout session with her trainer. The video was accompanied by the caption, Slow and controlled movements. Try that next time #fitwithanappetite #slowmotion @samir.purohit.

The actress chose a bright red sports bra, high-waisted training tights, and matching trainers for the session. She shows workouts can be fun and composed too with her slow-paced exercise and it will definitely motivate you to hit the gym.

Pooja Hegde is currently waiting for the release of the Hindi film Kis Ka Bhai Kis Ka Jaan with Salman Khan. This film is directed by Farhad Samji. The film is slated to release on Eid 2023 and will have a Zee Studios worldwide release.

Recently, a new single titled Bathukamma from the Hindi film has been released and received a massive response. The song is based on the festival celebrated by the women of Telangana. The 'Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo' fame actress posted the official video song with the caption, It is celebrated with a lot of devotion by women in Telangana. I am honoured to be a part of the 'Bathukamma' festival through this song, a tribute to Telangana's beautiful flower festival, from our team #KisiKaBhaiKisiKiJaan," on her social media channels.

In the South, Pooja Hegde is working with superstar Mahesh Babu on his 28th project, tentatively titled SSMB28. Helmed by director Trivikram Srinivas, music is composed by S Thaman.

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On March 10, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and China issued a joint statement announcing an agreement to resume diplomatic relations between Riyadh and Tehran. After seven years of military and diplomatic hostility, the two Gulf powers agreed to work toward resolving their disagreements based on a set of international rules and two bilateral agreements signed in 1998 and 2001. This years agreement came after five days of comprehensive and intense negotiations in Beijingand two years of Saudi-Iranian closed-door talks in Iraq and Oman.

Much of the analysis has focused on Chinas growing role in the Middle East amid global power competition. But Saudi motivations go beyond hedging against U.S. withdrawal from the region or balancing one great power against another.

Both the substance and process of this agreement is a case study of China and Saudi Arabias shared understanding of a rules-based international order and of international security. This is an agreement on the principles of conflict resolution between two states rather than an agreement on the solutions to be reached. It reiterates recurrent Saudi and Chinese attachment to norms such as nonintervention in the domestic affairs of nations that have been constant pillars of the Sino-Saudi partnership since 2006, shown in their joint statements, actions within the UN system, and in Chinas Global Security Initiative.

Yasmine Farouk is a nonresident scholar in the Middle East Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace.

Chinas mediation also helped navigate a long-standing dispute between Saudi Arabia and Iran over the conflict in Yemen. Riyadhs initial position included preconditions for any talks with Iran on Tehran leaving Yemen to Yemenis, as the kingdom viewed Irans support for the Houthis as a main obstacle to any de-escalation. But over the past two years, the Saudi position has evolved, and China helped broker a compromise by which Riyadh agreed to Tehrans request to announce the restoration of diplomatic relations before Iran halted support to the Houthis.

The public trilateral statement lacks any Iranian gesture on Yemen, but its language and consecutive press reports confirm that Chinese mediation finally got the parties to an agreement, which provides them with a two-month grace period to show goodwill before the restoration of diplomatic relations enters into effect. Saudi Arabia cant guarantee an Iranian constructive role, but it is counting on some Chinese understanding, albeit imperfect, of its position in Yemen. Saudi Arabia is also betting on Chinas vested interest in the success of Beijings first exercise of diplomatic leadership in the region.

In addition, Saudi statements frame Irans engagements per this agreement as promises made to China. An unnamed Saudi official listed Chinas role as one of the most difficult issues to resolve during the negotiations. Unlike the previous mediators (most recently Oman and Iraq), China has the leverage to guarantee Irans respect for its engagements within this trilateral process, at least from a Saudi point of view. Beijing has already pleased Riyadh by conveying high-level Iranian security officials and not just Iranian diplomats, whom Saudi Arabia perceives as less in control of Irans behavior in the region. Riyadh has traditionally lacked the coercive diplomatic tools and the military deterrence to pressure security and military agents inside Iran, especially the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, into compromise. Chinese mediation may compensate for this weakness, but it also puts Beijing under the spotlight if Tehran violates the engagements it made in and to Beijing.

Last, failed experiences are a pillar of the Saudi approach to any dialogue with Iranincluding reliance on Western and regional powers to try to pressure Iran into a compromise. China is playing the sponsor role for the first time and has the benefit of Riyadhs doubt. It is the first global power to use its leverage with Iran to address specific Saudi requests regarding Tehrans regional policy without publicly framing them as Chinese security initiatives or a nuclear deal.

There are two downsides to Beijings choice to highlight the regional ownership of this agreement. First, China presented itself as a reliable friend of the two countries, keeping itself at an equal distance from both. This is a position that Saudi Arabia doesnt necessarily favor, even if it benefits from Chinas leverage over Iran. Second, China is also signaling its distance from the final outcome, despite reiterating the promise that it will continue its constructive role. Chinese priorities in the Middle East remain largely economic, with security being a function of them.

Saudi Arabias de-escalation with Iran is part of a larger foreign policy focus on supporting its socioeconomic development plan, known as Vision 2030. The kingdom is investing billions of dollars to implement the plan, and an escalation with Iran would threaten the projects funding, deter much needed foreign investment, and dash Saudi dreams of becoming a regional and global hub especially for cloud computing, logistics, trade, and industry.

Chinas mediation came at a time when the regional diplomatic and economic balance of power tilts toward Saudi Arabia. High oil prices are allowing the kingdom to advance its economic development plans and double down on its financial, Saudi first diplomacy to regain regional and international influence. Saudi leadership has worked to solidify the countrys international standing since 2018 by revamping its process for foreign policy making, ending diplomatic confrontations, and improving the international narrative on the Saudi role in the Yemen war. The United States is moving to reduce the gap in Saudi Arabias defense against Iran and its militias. Israel has become a de facto security partner within U.S. Central Command, and its eagerness for normalization with Saudi Arabia poses a threat to Iran. Importantly, reports on Saudi coverage of Iranian domestic unrest and its apparent private investment in Iranian opposition media provided the kingdom with a powerful bargaining card.

On the other side of the Gulf, Iran is under pressure from both domestic protests and crippling international economic sanctions and diplomatic isolation. These factors increase Irans need for economic support, not only from China but also from its rich neighbors, led by Saudi Arabia. Although this might look like an ideal situation for Riyadh, it is not: Iran has a track record of lashing out at its neighbors when regime stability is at stake. Examples include the 1996 Khubar tower attacks and the 2019 attacks on oil infrastructure in Abqaiq and Khurais, leading to reports of an imminent Iranian attack following threats to Saudi Arabia amid Iranian protests last November. Tehran is also closer to achieving weapons-grade enriched uranium, which would likely increase Irans deterrence to a new level and unleash more hostile actions against its Gulf neighbor. China might economically and diplomatically sponsor a de-escalation between Iran and Saudi Arabia, but it doesn't necessarily mean that Beijing will intervene if Tehran decided to breach it.

This agreement highlights the difference between Saudi Arabias relationship with China and its partnership with Russia. When it comes to foreign policy, the most central agreement between Russia and Saudi Arabia is the OPEC+ agreement. In fact, Russias agreement to sell Iran advanced military equipment and cyber warfare capabilities in return for Irans drones, which it has used in Ukraine, is a direct threat to Saudi Arabias security. The March 10 agreement gives Saudi Arabia a stake in drawing China away from a potential Russia-Iran-China axis that may embolden Irans offensive actions in the region, further empower it to escape U.S. and international sanctions on its economy, and increase Russian and Iranian encroachment on Saudi Arabias oil market share in China. Global power competition between the United States and China, Western shunning of Russia and Iran because of the war in Ukraine, and the clinical death of the Iran nuclear deal are already drawing the three countries closer. The agreement should be seen as a Saudi attempt to shield itself from getting caught in the middle of Western escalation with Iran, Russia, and China.

Finally, the fundamental Saudi position is that Iran has no role in the Arab world. This will remain a vector for Riyadhs enhanced cooperation with the United States and Western powers to move from defense to deterrence against Iran. For the time being, Saudi Arabia is choosing to deal with Iran with a detached pragmatism; essentially, We cannot get rid of them, and they cant get rid of us. Based on this logic, Saudi Arabia is relying on regulated coexistence in the Gulf and a mix of competition and containment in Syria and Iraq.

Turning the page on conflict with Iran will not be easy, even if the two countries respect the rules that they agreed on in Beijing. Riyadh will need to manage the complex link between Irans expectations for economic dividends from de-escalation with Saudi Arabia and the escalation of U.S.-led sanctions on economic cooperation with Iran. It will also need to mitigate potential spillover from Israels shadow war with Iran, Irans competing relationship with the United Arab Emirates, and adverse actions from Irans revolutionary guard and Iranian-backed militias across the region. For the time being, it seems that both governments in Riyadh and Teheran are determined to move closer.

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Following a Super Bowl run in 2021, many believed that Matthew Stafford and the Los Angeles Rams would be prepared to make another run in 2022. Unfortunately, the season did not go to plan. Led by head coach Sean McVay, the Rams finished the 2022 campaign with a 5-12 record and a third-place finish in the NFC West.

Matthew Stafford himself struggled to find success last season. While appearing in just nine games, his season was cut short while dealing with a spinal cord contusion. In total. he threw for just 2,087 passing yards and 10 touchdowns. These were the second least of his NFL career in both areas. He also recorded eight interceptions over his shortened season.

During a recent appearance on Sirius XM NFL Radio, McVay spoke about Stafford, and how he will bounce back from his 2022 campaign.

He loves the game. He loves to be able to go play. He loves to go compete. I think when you look at some of the things that he had to navigate through last year, hes motivated to come back and respond and lead. Thats what hes done for such a long period of time. He certainly elevates everybody that hes around, said McVay about Matthew Stafford.

He then added, I think this is the first offseason in a long time that hes actually feeling good. Hes been able to throw. Hes been able to kind of start his rhythm and routine a little bit earlier than previous years. Hes got a good look in his eye, and Im glad hes leading the way for us.

The Rams have assembled a team full of veteran talent. If Matthew Stafford can return to full health, he could once again be in line to lead this team on a playoff run.

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Finding a Quality Desk Calendar: A Buyers Guide

In todays fast-paced world, time management is more important than ever. Keeping track of your daily schedule and staying organized can be a daunting task, but a desk calendar can make all the difference. Investing in a desk calendar is a small step towards achieving big goals. Not only does it help you keep track of important dates and appointments, but it can also enhance productivity and reduce stress.

With many options flooding the market, finding the perfect desk calendar can be overwhelming. Thats why weve created a buying guide to help you make a wise purchase. Our guide will take you through the essential features to look for, helping you choose a product that perfectly fits your needs.

Before purchasing a desk calendar, its important to consider its materials and overall sturdiness. Look for a calendar that has a durable construction and is made from quality materials that can withstand regular use without being damaged easily.

A desk calendars quality is also an important consideration. Look for products that have durable pages that wont tear easily and secure seams.

Size is another important factor, as desk calendars come in various sizes. Always take into account how much space you have available on your desk for the calendar and pick one accordingly. If you dont have much space, then a smaller pick may be best.

Consider the calendars aesthetic appeal, as this will influence how it looks on your desk. Choose a design thatll work well with your existing office supplies and dcor and match the style of your workspace.

Some desk calendars can be customized by adding or removing pages. If you want to be able to add inserts, then make sure the calendar model youre considering has an adjustable design before buying it.

Some products feature customizable designs, allowing you to embellish the cover and pages with graphics and decorations according to your preferences. This feature allows you more creativity in personalizing your workspace, which can give it a more unique feel.

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OLYMPIA The Washington State Department of Health suspended the license of Pierce County registered nursing assistant Simon Makumi Kinuthia (NA61075074) pending further legal action.

Charges state that Kinuthia was convicted of fourth-degree assault with sexual motivation, a gross misdemeanor in Pierce County District Court.

Kinuthia cannot practice in Washington until the charges are resolved. He has 20 days to respond to the charges and to ask for a hearing.

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Angela White, formerly known as Blac Chyna, has been in the news for her continuous quest to make positive lifestyle and physical changes.The former reality star disclosed some weeks back that she had surgery once more.

However, this time, it was to lessen the size of her breasts and remove facial fillers. She also erased a negative tattoo of a Baphomet, a symbol for the Satanic goat-headed deity that was on her body. Blac Chyna is in the news again as she explains the motivation behind her lifestyle and physical changes. Keep reading for more details.

During a recent interview with Tamron Hall, Blac opened up about why she is making all the new and positive changes.

Like, I had so many negative things that were being attached to me, and to my body and my soul and to my mind, to whereas though it would affect, like, my day-to-day and just different things in my life,the 34-year-old revealed.

Blac is making new and positive changes to rid herself of all negativities affecting her life.

The American model also shared why she had to undergo all the procedures that altered her physical appearance.

Insecurities and, honestly, what was kind of in at that moment,she shared. She also noted that she wanted a perfect image given to her industry.

Blac Chyna was an exotic dancer for six years, and she was pressured to look her best. She had her first surgery at the age of 19.

I felt the pressures of trying to hurry up and build my body when I shouldve just waited until I was older because thats gonna happen,she shared.

Blac is a mom of two. She shares King, 10, and Dream, 6, with exes Tyga and Rob Kardashian, respectively. She noted during her interview that she had not told her kids about her lifestyle and physical changes. However, she is leading them by example.

You know, I havent really told them anything. I just lead by example. Like if Im working out, they work out with me. I ask them to come to church with me,Blac explained.

Blac Chynas lifestyle and physical changes is a positive one. She also ensures it affects every area of her life, including her career.

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