In this episode of The Phoenix Mind with Lisa Manzo, Nicolas “Nico” Roman — internet personality, founder of The Naked Confidence Campaign, and mentor to aspiring creators — shares how he turned bullying and criticism into a global platform of impact. Living with alopecia universalis, a rare autoimmune condition that caused complete hair loss, Nico faced harsh judgment growing up. Instead of hiding, he chose to embrace his uniqueness with humor and authenticity.

That choice led to more than 16 million followers and over 10 billion views worldwide, making him a voice of laughter, resilience, and confidence for millions. To support others, Nico founded The Naked Confidence Campaign, a community where people with alopecia gather to build self-acceptance and strength together. Now, he’s also mentoring creators and entrepreneurs on how to turn social media into a thriving business. This conversation is about confidence, resilience, and the power of turning your challenges into your greatest platform.

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