Good morning, let’s meet today our Miss Europe Continental Portugal 2025. Below her interview:
I am a yoga teacher, a healer, a creator, and a lover of life. Since 2014, I have been teaching yoga and exploring the incredible potential of the human body, mind, and soul. I am also a professional massage therapist, working on both physical and emotional levels to help people reconnect with themselves.
I adore traveling, especially by car and motorcycle—I love the feeling of freedom that comes with the open road and new horizons. Nature is my greatest inspiration. I also have a deep passion for photography, creative projects, performances, and bringing people together for celebrations and events. Before becoming a mother, I was actively involved in organizing music festivals, performances, and show programs.
I love to create beauty, to surprise people, to bring joy, and to remind them of the magic of life. As Jesus said: “Unless you become like little children, you will never enter the Kingdom of Heaven.” I believe that reconnecting with our inner child is the way to true happiness.
My greatest quality is my sincerity, my compassion, and my ability to express myself openly and brightly. My biggest flaw is perfectionism—I sometimes struggle to finish projects because I want them to be perfect.
I am deeply inspired by spiritual teachers such as Gautama Buddha, who left us timeless wisdom about the path to inner peace and awareness.
In my personal journey, I have been incredibly fortunate to learn from my yoga and meditation teachers Igor Kovalev, Igor Budnikov, and Natasha Budnikova. They are not only exceptional teachers but also successful entrepreneurs who live by the highest moral values, embodying the true principles of yoga in both their family life and their careers. Their example shows me that it is possible to live in integrity, balance, and abundance while walking the spiritual path. They inspire me to grow, to serve others, and to bring more harmony into the world.
One of the most transformative experiences of my life was traveling to Peru and living in the Amazon rainforest with the Shipibo people. Their deep connection with nature, their simplicity, and the purity of their hearts made me realize how far modern civilization has drifted from what truly matters: harmony with nature, with each other, and with ourselves.
Happiness is love. It’s living in harmony with nature, surrounded by people who share values of kindness, respect, and creativity. It’s feeling free to be yourself and to create beauty in this world.
- What is the phrase or quote you will never forget? Why?
“Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.” and it’s the harmony I strive to preserve in every moment of my life. — Buddha.
This quote reminds me that all answers, all happiness, and all balance start from within. It’s a guiding light in my life and work.
- How do you feel about being here at Miss Europe Continental?
Being here is a dream come true for my inner child. I feel joy, excitement, and gratitude to be part of this beautiful celebration of creativity, beauty, and unity. I love events where people come together to inspire and uplift each other. Being a part of Miss Europe Continental is more than representing my country — it’s about sharing inner light and inspiring other women.
- What does fashion represent for you?
Fashion is art. It’s a way to express who I am without words. I love unique designs, natural fabrics, and clothing that feels good on the body while reflecting elegance and individuality. Fashion is like painting with fabrics and textures—it’s a celebration of creativity and identity. Beauty, for me, is not just about outward appearance. It’s energy, kindness, and strength that radiates from within.
Each of us is unique. And it’s our individual stories, not mere standards, that make us truly beautiful.
- How do you see yourself in ten years?
In ten years, I see myself creating a retreat center and art residency—an oasis where healers, artists, musicians, and seekers come together to share, create, and heal. It will be a place where people can reconnect with themselves, with nature, and with the deeper meaning of life.
- If you could make one wish come true, what would it be?
My wish is to create spaces of healing and joy that help people rediscover their connection to themselves, to each other, and to nature. I dream of a world where we live in harmony, create beauty, and raise our children with love and care for our planet.’’
Dear fellow contestants and esteemed organizers,
I warmly welcome you to this magical celebration of beauty, inspiration, and femininity.
May every moment you experience here bring joy, confidence, and inner radiance.
I’m truly grateful to the organizers for creating a space where every woman feels valued, seen, and heard.
I believe that true beauty lies in kindness, sincerity, and the power to inspire.
May this competition be the beginning of beautiful new journeys for each of us — filled with love, dreams, and the courage to be ourselves.
“Each of us is a universe. And when we shine from within, we light the way for others.”
With love and light, Elena.
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