April Lockhart

April Lockhart born 4 July 1995. She started the guitar and piano lessons in the 7th grade, which ignited her interest. April's very first song was called Different. She wrote it at the age of 12. When April was 14 years old, she dedicated the majority of her time developing song ideas and perfecting the music. Soon after she began taking trips to write with her father in NY in New York and LA. April also added additional themes to the track "Take My Hand" for a few of her the friends she had who struggled with concerns like peer pressure disabilities, and even teens who committed suicide. Lockhart has become a sought-after lifestyle influencer, as well as having partnerships with clean-cut beauty brands Ilia she has gained her own audience. Her disability is a part of her identity, but it is not the whole of the picture. Because of this, her Instagram profile does not shy away from her handicap, however the focus isn't on her disability neither. It's a message. that we are all a part of a multitude of identities and we're greater than the physical person we are. Lockhart speaks via video in Nashville. "I don't want it to define my personal life. I don't want to be only known as a disability expert. My daily life isn't dependent on it. I lead a normal daily life, and come up with myself solutions for problems. Because it's an integral part of me and something worthy of talking about. Self-acceptance is a lifelong marathon but Lockhart is a true inspiration for this aspect. She still admits having gone through phases in her life with her physique, feeling uneasy in some instances to wear clothing that displayed her arms. Today, she wears anything she wants. and she shares her pictures to social media. The self-love she talks about is a journey. It's hard to say when you'll reach the point of no return. This is, however, the case with anyone that is prone to doubts. I think it's important to surround yourself with those who can see and know your true heart.