A beauty queen’s recent response when asked when she felt the “most empowered” in her life has sparked applause and praise across social media.
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And when you hear newly minted Mrs. American Hannah Neeleman’s comments delivered on stage last Friday, you’ll understand why she’s receiving so many accolades.
“I have felt this feeling seven times now as I bring these sacred souls to the Earth,” the 33-year-old said when asked for her biggest moment of empowerment. “After I hold that newborn baby in my arms. The feeling of motherhood and bringing them to the Earth is the most empowering feeling.”
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The response quickly sparked positive reactions, with Bethany Hamilton of “Soul Surfer” fame praising Neeleman’s statement.
“This is so beautiful!!!” Hamilton commented on Instagram. “I’m crying!!! Congrats. You are so incredible!!!!”
And author Audrey Roloff also called Neeleman’s words “incredible.” She wrote, “Oh, my gosh, congrats, friend! So incredible. And love your answer.” You can see the other reactions here.
As for Neeleman, she said in an Instagram caption she is “humbled beyond words” to be crowned Mrs. American.
A social influencer, Neeleman is no stranger to making headlines. The mom of seven is a farmer in Kamas, Utah, and has millions of Instagram followers. She’s also a former Miss New York City and Mrs. Utah America.
The Mrs. American pageant, which has sister competitions known as Mrs. America and Miss for America Strong, is not to be confused with the Miss America competition or other similar pageants.
“The winner of Mrs. America and Mrs. American go on to compete at Mrs. World,” reads a description. “Mrs. America was the FIRST Mrs. pageant to celebrate married women and their families.”
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