Life as Miss Universe I

How winning the Hungarian beauty competition changed my life.

Every experience carries both light and shadow. Sometimes we believe that achieving a long-desired outcome will transform our lives, but over time, I learned that true fulfilment comes not from achievement itself, but making decisions based on self-love.

At the time, I was a student at the International Business School, studying Financial Management. It was my final year at university when I received an invitation to apply for Miss Universe Hungary.

For years, I had been journaling about my goals and dreams. Becoming a beauty queen was my deepest desire, a quiet dream I rarely spoke about and never thought would come true.

I hesitated until the very last moment. I worried about how my classmates and friends would say. In the business world, we are often encouraged to suppress our feminine qualities and lean into structure and control. In the beauty world, femininity is not hidden, it is embodied.

When I finally applied, I remember saying to my girlfriend:

"If they choose me as a competitor, I am going for the crown.If they don’t, I will never speak about this again."

On the morning of the casting, I stayed in bed, close to giving up. My girlfriend, who shared the apartment with me at the time, woke me and encouraged me to go. I will always be grateful for that moment of support.

The casting went well. I was selected. And from that moment on, something shifted.

What made me win?

I worked consciously with visualization and intention. Each day, I imagined myself already living the life of Miss Universe. I gave thanks in advance and repeatedly visualized the crowning moment. For two weeks leading up to the final, I aligned my behavior, posture, and mindset with the version of myself who had already won.

I also practiced positive affirmations, repeating phrases such as:

“I am beautiful, I am confident, I am Miss Universe”.

I was determined and passionate about achieving my goal and I stayed true to my vision. I was truly living and breathing the role of Miss Universe. This embodiment practice gave me the strength and confidence to shine on the day.

Pressure, Growth, and Self-Awareness

During the preparation period, I continued attending university and supporting my family. The pressure increased, and I began sacrificing sleep and nourishment in an attempt to perform well in every area of my life. At the time, I believed this was strength.

Then I began reading what the press was writing.

I didn’t yet know how to prioritize myself or protect my inner world. Looking back, I understand how essential self-connection is, especially during moments of external pressure. Self-love creates discernment. It helps us remain centered and grounded, make wiser decisions, and stay aligned even when expectations are heavy.

Taking time to connect with your inner self is hugely beneficial and can lead to a more balanced, peaceful, and fulfilled life.

The Day of the Final

On the day of the event, I was nervous. I was standing among some of the most beautiful women in Hungary. My sisters and friends were seated in the front row. Seeing them filled me with love, you could see that on my eyes, and I believe that love carried me through the evening. It may even have played a role in winning the audience vote.

"Love makes you shine :)"

I gave everything I had, and I won.

Joy and pride washed over me, but fear and doubt still lingered quietly beneath the surface. I smiled, thanked everyone, and immediately focused on what was next.

After the Crown

I had only one month to prepare for the international competition. During that time, I attended charity events, official meetings, and public appearances. I trained intensively, studied catwalk techniques, worked with a coach, and often functioned on minimal sleep, yet I remained present, kind, and professional at every event.

I was fortunate to experience the competition under the ownership of Tímea Vajna, whose events were consistently elevated and meaningful.

The support from the public gave me a strength I didn’t know I possessed. I am deeply grateful to everyone who believed in me, wrote to me, and shared their encouragement. Representing my country was an honor I will always carry with me.

At the same time, I received hateful messages. At that stage of my life, I lacked the tools to process public judgment. Fortunately, love outweighed negativity, and I chose to focus there. Today, self-love allows me to see behavior through understanding rather than reaction.

To cope with the intensity, I turned inward. I began practicing mindfulness and relaxation, returning to my breath, grounding myself in my body, and creating moments of inner stillness. This marked the beginning of a deeper shift.

In Part Two, I will share my experience at the international competition, and how it affected both my mental and physical health.