Kirsten Corey, Miss Massachusetts 2024, pulls back the curtain on her remarkable 20-year journey through the pageant world in this candid, eye-opening conversation. After competing since childhood and experiencing far more losses than wins, Kirsten's persistence finally culminated in achieving her lifelong dream of representing Massachusetts on the Miss America stage.
With refreshing authenticity, Kirsten dismantles the glossy facade often associated with pageantry, revealing the intense work that happens behind the scenes. "This job is so hard because you never leave it," she explains, describing how the crown becomes inseparable from your identity. From the business side of securing sponsorships to the mental load of constant public scrutiny, listeners gain unprecedented insight into what it truly means to wear a state crown.
Kirsten shares pivotal moments from her journey, including her decision to completely change her talent from tap dancing to a spoken word performance between her first and second attempts at Miss Massachusetts. This strategic shift, along with significantly increasing her preparation efforts, ultimately helped her secure the title. Her advice on preparation is crystal clear: "Don't fix what isn't broken, but be honest with yourself about what needs improvement."
Perhaps most compelling is Kirsten's evolution in how she defines success. Through her year of service, she's discovered that "success is not always a tangible thing. Sometimes it's just being happy and content." This powerful perspective shift represents the deeper personal transformation that has occurred alongside her public accomplishments.
As her reign approaches its conclusion, Kirsten looks toward continuing her passionate advocacy for dyslexia awareness as a board member with the International Dyslexia Association. Her story serves as both inspiration and reality check for those with similar ambitions. The crown may be beautiful, but it's the growth, relationships, and impact that create the true legacy of a title holder.
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