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@astonemmm NEVER let them tell you what isn’t “able.” @aarianaphilip
@astonemmm
Instagram · Vlog
@astonemmm NEVER let them tell you what isn’t “able.” @aarianaphilip
Performance
Video #43389 · Vlog
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The video presents the inspirational origin story of model Aariana Rose Philip. It begins by showing her with Rihanna and then recounts her diagnosis with cerebral palsy, reframing it as an ability. The narrative follows her journey of using the internet and manifestation to pursue her dream of modeling, leading to her signing with Elite Models and achieving major career milestones like a Paper Magazine cover.
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What stops the scroll in the first 3 seconds
Title hook · 65%
Antigua, at two, she was diagnosed with quadriplegic cerebral palsy.
Visual hook · 35%
The video opens with a candid, slightly shaky shot of the celebrity Rihanna in a social setting, immediately grabbing attention due to her star power.
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At , was diagnosed with .
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The promise the opener makes, and how the video pays it back
Hook
Establish immediate intrigue and social proof by showing the subject with a highly recognizable figure, then immediately introduce the core personal challenge or perceived limitation to create a narrative question: 'How did they get here despite this?'
Payoff
Delivers a powerful, satisfying conclusion by showcasing a montage of pinnacle achievements (e.g., magazine covers, major campaigns, mentorship by an icon) that prove the subject has not only achieved their dream but has become an influential figure in their own right.
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The structural pattern this video runs on
Framework
The Manifestation Montage
This framework tells an inspirational biographical story by contrasting an individual's perceived limitation with their internal ambition, then chronologically showcasing the key milestones that led to the triumphant realization of their goal.
The Thematic Reframe
Immediately pivots the narrative by contrasting the conventional label for the challenge (e.g., 'disability') with the subject's empowered perspective (e.g., 'ability'), establishing the central theme of the story.
The Origin Point
Grounds the narrative by showing the subject in their formative years, often referencing an early creative output (like a book or old photos) to build empathy and establish the foundation of their ambition.
The Digital Incubator
Identifies the private or semi-private space (often online, like Tumblr) where the subject found comfort, community, and the freedom to cultivate their identity and manifest their desires away from public judgment.
The Public Declaration
Showcases the subject taking concrete, visible action to pursue their dream, moving from private ambition to public pursuit. This is the 'putting themselves out there' moment.
The Catalyst Connection
Highlights a key relationship or interaction with an influential ally that served as a turning point, helping to open doors to the established industry.
The Institutional Validation
Marks the official breakthrough moment where the subject is accepted by a major institution in their field (e.g., signing with a top agency), providing external validation of their talent.
NEVER let them tell you what isn’t “able.” @aarianaphilip
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Antigua, at two,
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she was diagnosed with quadriplegic
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cerebral palsy.
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Some may simply label
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that as a disability,
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but in the pages of her book,
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it was much more of an ability
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and one that made the glamorous
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all the more possible.
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AARIANA ROSE PHILIP
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Her memoir, "This Kid Can Fly", was published
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and awakened was the creative within.
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the internet became a comfort for her
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and a source of manifestation.
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Specifically Tumblr,
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where the beautiful and the gorgeous thrived.
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She was enthralled.
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and she was going to model.
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Because why the f— not?!
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She put herself out there
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and spoke her desires into the universe;
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it heard her.
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Hunter Schafer was her friend and she was a model with Elite.
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She got her to Elite, and she signed with Elite.
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The universe is listening.
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Naomi Campbell listened to her words as well for the cover story of Paper Magazine.