5 tips for beauty queen success from Ms. Eco International 2018 Thia Thomalla

You may find yourself saying "I'm not a pageant person" — but let's face it, what's life if not a long pageant? It's best foot forward, eyes on the prize, and hope for world peace.

Not everyone needs to wear heels and Miss Eco International 2018 Thia Thomalla revealed in an interview with GMA News entertainment reporters that that's not what makes a queen anyway. 

Whether or not you're thinking of joining pageants, these 5 tips to success will surely help you survive and thrive.

1. Know Yourself

Question and Answer portions in life are worse than the ones in pageant — they are unannounced and the stakes are high. So take Thia's advice and spend some time getting to know yourself so you won't be caught off guard when someone asks you what you think of...say, inflation rates.

2. Always Be Happy and Optimistic

If you're feeling lost, just take a step back and "remember why you started." Bonus tip: Remember where you started, too. 

3. Take Care of Yourself!

The queen has spoken: "Drink a lot of water, work out, and take your vitamins." Health truly is wealth, y'all.

4. Get Some Sleep

Everything is worse when you're tired. Sleep can cure things. Believe in the power of a nap.

5. Have Fun

As Kurt Vonnegut said, we're here to fart around and don't let anyone tell you otherwise. 

Stay royal! — AT, GMA News