People have seen movies where the star comes from a humble background and has to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds. Many sympathize with the protagonist and hope for the best because they know and believe things will change for the better. Some get emotional and shed a tear for a moving story where the underdog overcomes all odds to become a hero. Ironically, the same people don’t believe in the dreams of others in real life. They mock, laugh, and hysterically criticize people with aspirations, often calling them dreamers. Such is the harsh treatment influencer Jay Eclipse, formally known as Jaylen Lundy, had to go through. But despite that, he became the unexpected hero in a fairy tale.
Eclipse was born and raised in Oakland, CA. he lived with his mom and grandmother in a two-bedroom apartment in Hayward, a neighborhood full of drug users, homelessness, and gangsters. Nothing good has ever come out of Hayward, and nothing special is expected to. Eclipse was surrounded by all this negativity, and even his friends and family could not believe in him. He had no support and had to focus on his dreams and goal of being a dancer.
Everyone laughed and criticized Eclipse when he broke the news that he wanted to become a dancer. As mentioned, no one saw his potential. He did not get any support from friends and family. All they could do was mock him. Even when he told his parents he would become a millionaire, no one believed him. But who could blame them? No one has ever seen a millionaire come out of their neighborhood.
Eclipse went through some difficult times. First, he was not good at school. He skipped half of elementary school, cheated on his schoolwork, and often got caught. Eclipse only got average grades throughout high school. He was not academically gifted and had no recognizable talents. To many, Eclipse was as worthless as anyone else. But despite these obstacles, he never gave up on his dreams.
Eclipse started dancing in middle school. Everyone laughed because they knew Eclipse was not a talented dancer, or so they thought. As an African-American guy with a shaved head and receding hairline, Eclipse had nothing he thought he could offer the entertainment industry. His height, physical features, and everything else were not fit for dancing. He was unworthy in the eyes of his friends, who nicknamed him “seizure.” That was because of the stiffness of his joints when he danced.
However, Eclipse didn’t look back nor focus on his critics. He continued working hard and appeared for his first audition in a talent show. As expected, his first attempt was a total failure. Everyone laughed at his performance, and he was rejected, but that didn’t hold him back. He persistently worked hard and appeared for a second audition at the talent show, surprising everyone with his unmatched performance.
Eclipse’s life turned around, and now everyone likes him. When he dances on the street, he gets an audience. Some girls even join in. Eclipse has gained the confidence to dance publicly and is living the life of his dreams. Eclipse has written e-books to inspire others and has recently launched a self-improvement app. He now dreams of building dance studios and creating a community of dancers with positive mindsets. He also wants to launch an Eclipse fashion brand to showcase his unique style.
Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks in his journey to become a successful dancer, Eclipse never gave up on his dreams. He believed in himself and worked hard to improve his skills and showcase his talent. His persistence paid off when he surprised everyone with his unmatched performance in a talent show. This experience helped him gain confidence in his abilities and propelled him to success.
Eclipse’s story is a testament to the power of hard work and determination. He has overcome obstacles and achieved his goals through complex concerted effort, inspiring others to believe in themselves and pursue their dreams. Today, he has gained a large following on Instagram, written e-books, and launched his own self-improvement app. Eclipse is also working on building dance studios and launching a fashion brand to showcase his unique style. He is an example of how anyone can achieve their goals with hard work and a positive mindset.
