M.D.: You took part in beauty contests since childhood. As a kid you perceive the increased attention to your «mini»-person?
Y.F.: We all know the saying - «in still water ...». If we draw a parallel with me, as a child I was an ordinary humble one. But as soon as I set foot on the stage as in me a passion woke or, as it is said, the willingness to win. You go to the scene, chaining the view to yourself, the blood rushes to your head and you collect all the will in a fist just in order to conquer the summit and climb on the podium of beauty! This feeling accompanies and motivates me in my life to this day. And that’s why again and again I want to return to the stage to feel all these once more.
M.D.: How an early appearance, in your opinion, has influenced your carefree child’s life, or it was not so «carefree»?
Y.F.: The girls are quite fragile and vulnerable at such a tender age. Their timidity and shyness do not give a complete feel of a beautiful girl. But my parents, many thanks to them, instilled in me a love not only for one’s neighbor, but also to myself, that helped me further to reveal myself deeper, to overcome my uncertainty somewhere inherent in me. After all, everything in life is based on the principle of the chain, if you ever begin to doubt in yourself, you will sow a doubt in the eyes of others.
M.D.: At what point did you realize that you like writing and you are ready to devote yourself to journalism?
Y.F.: I always try seriously to take any situation. It seems to me that in everyone’s life comes a moment when it is worth considering - if you’re ready to devote all your life to something? My parents developed me comprehensively, and one of my major hobbies was professional occupation of modern variety dances. Dancing these 8 years, as part of the show-ballet, we have won many regional, national and international competitions. But over time I realized that dancing - this is my soul, and mind tends to something more serious. I had a gift of writing, so it was a time to improve this talent.
Modern girls follow the principle: the more frank and bright outfit they will wear - more noticeable will be in the crowd. I’m of the opinion of Coco Chanel: «If you are astonished by the beauty of any woman, but you cannot remember what she was wearing - she then was dressed perfectly.» For me naturalness is always important, you know, it is a rarity these days. I have never understood girls who were trying to be like others. Recently I came across a phrase: «Do not be pathetic copy, because you were born an original.» The main thing is confidence, charm and charisma.
M.D.: The image of a modern girl - Desperate Housewife or steel business woman?
Y.F.: History shows that women have always had to adapt. From housewives in the Middle Ages to the feminists defending their rights. We are always lack of something - power, fame and recognition. We want everything at once, and get what we want. And the 21st century, women have learned to combine the two concepts and they are very good at it.
M.D.: Are there any qualities that you would like to exterminate?
Y.F.: I want to get rid of the habit of self-analysis and criticism of my personality. I would like to be able to let go of the past and sometimes to take things easier. But due to my character, it is not always so easy for me. I work hard on it.
M.D.: Do you think the «perfectionism» - it is an illusion to which we aspire to, or still, it’s really to achieve the ideal?
Y.F.: Ask anyone what the ideal - and you will get different answers. The conclusion is that this concept is quite individual, and everyone puts their vision of it. Accordingly, in the eyes of a person you will be excellent, and the other will not even notice your «highlights». But this does not mean that you should not strive for self-improvement and development. Always try to be better due to your abilities and opportunities.
M.D.: The sources of your inspiration - this is ...?
Y.F.: These are the people whom I admire, my ideals. They are for me both a motivation and stimulus, and an example of inheritance. We all have weaknesses, and at times they have manifested. At such moments exactly the life stories are able to raise the spirit. Sometimes the power of the spirit can effect on you, and to encourage to some personal accomplishments and victories. Do not be afraid to go beyond your surroundings, there are so many exciting people worthy of your attention.
M.D.: Do you agree with the statement that money spoil man?
Y.F.: With this I do not agree, the money likely show the true face of man. The main thing is how to use them. Someone cares only about his comfort, and someone helps another and engaged in charity. It is worth remembering that wealth - is incoming and outgoing. Today you control a situation and you have everything but you can have nothing tomorrow. This teaches us that it is always necessary to be a person if you have a huge fortune or a penny in your pocket.
M.D.: Have you ever had in your life turning moments, which later will affect your destiny?
Y.F.: As I have already recalled, dancing meant a lot to me. And having reached certain heights, it is very difficult to get off the «playing field». Because I think the turning moment it’s when I decided to leave my great passion, and devote myself to their future profession. My definition includes a sense of doubt whether I would regret later. Now I will say only one thing, it was incredibly difficult, but now I do not regret about nothing. Because of my choice, I’m where I wanted to be. The main thing is not afraid to go out of your comfort zone and discover something new.
M.D.: Do you have a secret seduction of men?
Y.F.: Every girl in herself is the secret that the man is trying to solve. The main thing to be able to present yourself in the proper way. I’ll tell you one thing - you have to be sincere and genuine. And to your «present» was «interesting» and «attractive» for men, you need to work hard on yourself and develop. That’s all my secret!
M.D.: You are a sport girl. Which kind of sport do you prefer?
Y.F.: For me, sport - not the way to stay slim and fit, or rather, it is not my ultimate goal. I love to ski. Having tried almost all kinds of sports, I chose this one with a purpose. To be truth, everything is relative (laughs). I love the mountains, I love the fresh air, I love the feeling of height and when land runs out of my feet when I am on the speed. The feeling of weightlessness and «the wind in your hair.» It is worth living!
M.D.: How do you feel about children?
Y.F.: I just love children! We need to learn to live from them, they are great psychologists (laughs). I quite often have to observe a picture when the baby on the floor of the store beats in hysterics, demanding to buy a new toy ... Great Paulo Coelho once said that «only a child can teach an adult to insist on». But this is really what we adults often do not have enough. And if each of us adults, having a goal, strive hard to it, some lives would have been much more successful!
M.D.: Your big goal is also somehow connected with the children?
Y.F.: Yes, you correctly said, it is not a dream but a big goal ... I dream to open in Moscow real Disneylend, where the entrance will be free for orphans!
