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After Gwilym Pugh's barber learned that Pugh was playing for a folk band, apart from his well-paying desk job, the barber had some really good advice for him. In order to make Pugh's appearance more like that of a folk musician, the barber suggested him to grow a beard. It was a small suggestion. But it makes a very, very big difference in Gwilym Pugh's life. WalesOnline | Gwilym Pugh Gwilym Pugh took the advice. With a change in look, there came a change of heart for him. Although he was doing pretty well in his job, he detested having to sit for about 10 hours a day and getting absolutely no exercise. Hence, Pugh quit his job in order to get his life back on track. He wanted to be healthy and shed off some weight. instagram.com The picture below speaks for itself. Pugh's transformation was incredible. His barber's comment made such a huge difference in his life. In fact, his Instagram account was noticed by Welsh tailor Nathan Palmer who invited Pugh to be a model for his brand! Things only went up-hill from there. Adam Fussell / AMCK Models Gwilym Pugh Pugh hardly left his house when he was doing his previous job. To top it all, he had certain injuries that would prevent him to get any physical training. But fighting all odds, Pugh decided to transform his life radically. Seeing the transformation and how Gwilym Pugh looks before and after, (now Pugh a working model), makes an impact. Gwilym Pugh before and after | Adam Fussell / AMCK Models View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gwilym C Pugh FRGS (@gwilymcpugh) Pugh feels happier and healthier than ever. And if anything, it has made him even more humble. He says, “I think I’m lucky I got into this profession at the age that I did. I try not to get caught up in it all and my girlfriend, now wife helps a great deal with that.” Story Continued with More Handsome Photos on The Next Page Adam Fussell / AMCK Models Gwilym Pugh is the Brand ambassador of David Beckham’s new male grooming brand. House 99 In his new job, he gets to get off the desk and travel around, meet creative individuals and share experiences. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gwilym C Pugh FRGS (@gwilymcpugh) Taking a step back, the above, 'before and after' photo of Gwilym C Pugh's transformation is not only inspirational because of the image its self, but for what he said below his picture: "It’s amazing what a difference 10 years can make! I really want to hammer that home... 10 years... What I’ve done has nothing on countless people out there who have changed their lives for the better. But I want to keep spreading the word that anything is possible if you give it enough time and patience. For me, my journey is continuous and is about more than appearance but rather personal development inside and out. I didn’t set out to do what I’m currently doing, but as you learn and grow you become more open and confident to recognise and accept opportunities as they present themselves. When you have self doubt, you have to stand up inside and tell yourself to shut up!! I’m a firm believer that as you positively affect others, good things happen.... Maybe not immediately but definitely in the long term!" instagram.com Now that he is a model, Pugh makes sure that he remains healthy and maintains his body. instagram.com It's just not surprising that Pugh has made a extensive fan following on Instagram! People are in awe of his transformation and of course, that ginger beard and golden locks. Many are also quite curious about his relationship status. At the time of this article Gwilym Pugh's girlfriend was referenced quite a lot, but now the bigger questions are not about Pugh having a girlfriend but if he's married and who might be his wife, Mrs. Gwilym Pugh? instagram.com Are you planning to don a beard soon? It certainly goes a long way! instagram.com Credits: demilked.com