<p>If the year 2020 has taught me anything is that life is unpredictable. You think to yourself, "Oh I'll just try that new hobby tomorrow," or "I'll pitch my new business idea next month," or "I'll just ask that cute guy down the block his name another day." Nah, sis. This year has been the year to be a little more brave and take a risk in life and <a data-linked-post="2572613514" href="https://www.xonecole.com/dating-a-man-with-no-job/" target="_blank">in love</a>. But don't just listen to me, comedian and content creator <a data-linked-post="2608124949" href="https://www.xonecole.com/jasmine-luv-interview/" target="_blank">Jasmine Luv</a> is here to tell you that there is no time like the present. </p><p>Jasmine Luv is no stranger to going after what she wants. From leaving her accounting job four years ago to following her passion as a content creator, Jasmine has landed countless acting roles including a starring role in a recent BETHer two-part special directed by Vanessa Bell Calloway and Sheryl Lee Ralph called <em>The Waiting Room</em>. While Jasmine is following her dreams in her career, she is not letting her love life pass her by. Jasmine and her partner Corey, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tallguycarreviews_/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tall Guy Car Reviews</a>, recently got engaged and they couldn't be happier. Who knew a ring would be the result of a simple slide into this guy's DM? With this pandemic, a <a data-linked-post="2645395546" href="https://www.xonecole.com/exclusive-lauren-speed-reveals-the-hardest-part-of-loving-cameron-hamilton/" target="_blank">successful love story</a> of hope after an action of bravery is exactly what we need.</p><div id="ab063" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="fe32ba22fcea8aea85fcf69ff4a41b12"><blockquote class="instagram-media"
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</div></blockquote></div><p><strong>xoNecole recently had a chance to chat with Jasmine on how her life has changed for the better after she #ShotHerShot. Here's what she shared:</strong><br/></p>
xoNecole: What did the moment look like when you decided to shoot your shot at Corey?
<p><strong>Jasmine Luv</strong>: When I first saw him, it was at the gym. We were living in the same complex and when I walked into the gym I said to myself, 'Who is this young fella over here glistening with the sweats?' We locked eyes, but didn't say anything. So I continued my work out and left because in my mind, if he's not going to say anything, then I am not going to say anything. I got home and was talking to my brother about the guy I saw at the gym. My brother goes to the gym all the time, so he was bound to know who else goes to the gym a lot too. </p><p>After I described the guy to him, my brother told me that he was <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPOhqbK_PFng6OZ13cnwNSg" target="_blank">Tall Guy Car Reviews</a>. So after he said that, you know us women gotta do our detective work. I Google-d him and found his page on Instagram. I'm scrolling and noticed I didn't see a woman in any of the pictures. At the time, I think I was going through a moment where it's Hot Girl Summer, I'm single and it looked like he was single. We live in the same complex, so I thought what the heck, I'm just going to <a href="https://www.xonecole.com/be-intentional-about-finding-love/" data-linked-post="2645265552" target="_blank">shoot my shot</a>. I did my due diligence and slid in his DMs. I have never done that before. I don't know what came over me, but it must have been God because it worked out marvelously.</p>
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</div></blockquote></div><h5>"I did my due diligence and slid in his DMs. I have never done that before. I don't know what came over me, but it must have been God because it worked out marvelously."</h5>
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What was that intro line you gave him that reeled him in?
<p>Well, I sent him a message saying, "<em>Hey neighbor, I see you live at the same complex. How are you?"</em> He responded and then I asked him how was he liking everything so far. We kept conversing after that and he asked me if I wanted to meet up with him later on the rooftop. The rest is history.</p>
Now, you and Corey have a successful YouTube channel, travel the world, and are engaged -- did you know that shooting your shot with him was going to be the beginning of your forever?
<p>Never did I think in a million years things would turn out the way they did. Like I said, it was 2019, Hot Girl Summer, and I was just letting things happen. I wasn't expecting anything.</p>
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How do you navigate between both of your individual careers and the budding empire you are building together?
<p>Everything worked seamlessly honestly. We both do the same things in our careers and that helps because we both know what to expect in each other's lives. I know individually we respect each other and when we can, we make time where certain days are "Our Days". For example, during the week, it's busy with running errands and shooting videos. At the end of the day, we do catch up and talk to each other about our day and give us that time together. But on Sundays, we do zero work. We are able to just lay in bed all day, watch movies, and eat fat food. That's how we do our self-care.</p>
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</div></blockquote></div><h5>"On Sundays, we do zero work. We are able to just lay in bed all day, watch movies, and eat fat food. That's how we do our self-care."</h5>
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Do you think you applied the “shoot your shot” mentality with your dream career?
<p>I know I am a person that comes off as very straightforward. Shooting my shot <a href="https://www.xonecole.com/how-to-shoot-your-professional-shot/" data-linked-post="2581935480" target="_blank">with my career</a>, that doesn't come as a shock. When it comes to business, I am very hands-on and direct. However, in my love life, I have never done that before, so that definitely comes as a shock.</p>
What are three rules of thumb you think we all should apply in order to shoot our shots and live the lives we wish to lead?
<p>Well, the first rule I would say is, don't be afraid to do it. I think as women we think, 'Oh, he didn't approach me, so I'm not going to approach him.' Because shoot, I was like that. But while I think it's true that men should pursue women, there is also nothing wrong with you <a href="https://www.xonecole.com/go-get-study-shows-women-make-first-move-better-dating-success/" data-linked-post="2500901229" target="_blank">making the first move</a>. It's OK. There is nothing wrong with trying it out. We are in a new era and if you see a man and you think he's fine, you better go over there and tell that man you think he's fine!</p><p>The second rule would be to have fun with it. Try not to take the situation so seriously. We can psyche ourselves sometimes, but girl, it's cool to just have fun and be in the moment. The third rule correlates with number 1, but JUST DO IT (laughs). I know it's easier said than done, trust me I know. But as far as shooting your shot with a guy, I think a good ice-breaker is starting up a conversation about something you both have in common. With Corey and I, we have social media in common. So we were able to connect through that.</p>
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Why do you think women are hesitant to make the first move when it comes to what we want out of life?
<p>I acknowledge that shooting your shot is not for everyone. I know I used to be one of those girls that would think, 'Hmmm I'm good on that.' I know a lot of people have told me that they have a fear of rejection and I believe everyone does. But I still think you don't know unless you try. So, I think it's OK to feel out of your element. No one was expecting the pandemic and how it has taken control of people's lives. But sometimes, that is exactly what we need to do with our own lives. Take back control. In 2020, it's a chance to try something new. With everything that is going on, maybe how you've done things isn't working anymore and you need to shift and do something different. Something that's outside of your <a href="https://www.xonecole.com/regina-king-comfort-zones-dreams-go-to-die/" data-linked-post="2640970166" target="_blank">comfort zone</a>.</p>
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</div></blockquote></div><h5>"No one was expecting the pandemic and how it has taken control of people's lives. But sometimes, that is exactly what we need to do with our own lives. Take back control. In 2020, it's a chance to try something new."</h5>
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What is one thing you would tell your younger self that you wish someone told you about taking ownership of writing your own story?
<p><strong>Jasmine Luv</strong>: Well, growing up, I was always the shy girl. I'm honestly still shy to this day. But with moving out to LA, I was able to get out of my comfort zone a little bit and it made me more confident. So I would tell my younger self, "<em>Don't be shy</em>." If there is anything you want to do, you should pursue it. </p><p>Whether it's in your love life or your career, make sure you get out there, do it, and give it your all.</p>
<h4>Keep up with their love story by following Jasmine's <a href="https://www.instagram.com/luv_jjp/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IG page</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/luv_jjp/?hl=en" target="_blank">here </a>and check out the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbZXkbenyqos1SeugzGb5ZQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">couple's YouTube channel</a> to see more of their travels, wedding planning and more.</h4>
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