Never discredit your pain because others are going through worse. I had to stop doing that. We still deserve to feel how we feel. I love you girl! ❤️❤️
Thank you for writing this. It saddens me when I hear people doing that. Yes, there might be people who went through worse but your pain is your pain. It is valid and you are allowed to feel it and express it, without taking anything away from anyone else's pain.
This episode evoke so much feelings for me being that young girl 12-14 wanting to be accepted so bad and loved by my parents and never felt like I was really seen. I was the smart child, not pretty one, not the soft one. My exterior was rough and I felt empty because I had no one rooting for me. I was only given praise when someone outside of my family domain initiated it. My mom called me attractive she would say people like you because of your hair. I had beautiful long full thick hair and that was my ideology. I hated it, I use to pull back my hair in the mirror and tear into myself your lips are too big nose too small but wide, face big and round, nothing pretty or special about me. I watched my big sister be called pretty, dainty, nice and quiet. I was sad a lot, lonely and unkind to myself so I would make bad decisions, my attitude suck and I hated my mom. I write this to say hearing you reflect on your childhood made me think about my hurt, my challenges and finding a way to love myself with God. I am healing and striving to be the best woman I could be for myself first then my beautiful daughter who I live through and for because God gave me everything I didn’t have in my home growing up through her. I went a different route raising her and I made sure love was my target goal. Loving her the way I was never loved by anyone. So thank you for sharing that we all have childhood traumas that we can get over with God in our lives.
I hate seeing Crystal cry Like that, but I’m so happy she shared❣️you’ll never know who’s going through a hard time and her sharing this helps a whole lot!.
This was so deep and emotional…. Talking about your past out loud really helps you heal…. Looking at you and seeing the hurt and pain that you have endured hurts a lot…. But I love how you took your pain and hurt and went harder in life. Because of how you grew up and everything that you’re parents instilled in you and the way that you carry yourself with so much humbleness, kindness and respect 🙌🏾 Look how far you’ve come and how much you have worked and sacrifice to live out your dreams…. I’m so proud of you and when she said the storm where you perfect your forgivenesses 🗣️🙌🏾 Ms. Crystal, you are a blessing and yes ma’am because you choose to live and tell your story and live your truth someone else is looking at this and have decided to do the same thing Live…… Keep inspiring, and showing us more of you…. We love it you just don’t know how much we all love and admire you….. Authentic, Beautiful, Talented, Inspiring ❤❤❤❤
Whew this episode blessed me so much i needed to hear this. I had to pause it the first 15 minutes into it.. thank God & Dinorah for helping Crystal get through this & because y’all helped her she is helping us .. i love you Crystal 🥰❤️🥰
Hearing you sing "greatest love of all" melted my heart. I lost my mother 10 months ago, and it's been really tough without her. She's missing big milestones of my life which we spoke about. But as The song says " if what you dream of finds you in a lonely place, count on love to strengthen you" And that's exactly what I shall do, hold on to the love she and I shared. Thank you so much Crystal ❤
0:18 I’m not able to get through the podcast - crying uncontrollably. You just saved someone’s life. I’m glad you stayed the course and understand your assignment.
This conversation was needed. I understand a lot about childhood trauma, but it’s so hard to talk about😔Great episode! Thank you Crystal for living and now we can!
I recall you saying during the Change Her conference thank you was hesitant about going to therapy and not wanting people in your business ( I feel you ). So I appreciate your vulnerability and allowing us to get to know you on a deeper level in hopes of helping other women heal through your testimony. Thank you for creating this space. Love you!!
So I’m rewatching Sistas from season one and just noticed that Fatima mentioned it. When Andi wanted to go for a photoshoot and Fatima was like “I was a stylist and once worked for congress” 😮 GIRL!!!!!🎉❤
Thank you so much for this, it is truly relatable in every way. That fear and love at the same time is a generational curse and one of the main reasons I don't think I want to be a parent. Everybody mentions healthy fear from a parent but to what extent. Also I am battling with being comfortable with my uncomfortableness because I know I can do way more; but this industry as a photographer/videographer can be almost depressing when you dream big.
Ms. Dinorah, you are greatly appreciated as well. Your genuine care, love and friendship is very evident in how tender and thoughtful you were throughout this special conversation. Thank you both for your strength, servanthood and bravery to walk in your calling. #KIPS
As if I didn't already think that you were dope...I now KNOW you are so dope! You are blessed and amazing and so humble and grateful. I absolutely love those qualities. Thanks for sharing your story and journey with us. When you came on Sistas as Fatima, you took the show to a different level and then Zatima...YES! You are so super talented and stay on God's path and you will surely continue to shine. God bless Queen!
This episode was so therapeutic for me. It's so dope seeing the real and relatable parts of people you see on tv. For me, it's a testament that we all have mess we are trying to get through and grow through. It was such a blessing seeing just how amazing you are despite all you have been through. Definitely encourages me to be the same way. Lots of love and appreciation. You will ALWAYS have my support. 🥰🥰
I love this show because it resonates with me as a person. Ms Crystal I remember you saying in one of your other episodes you started to say that you were closed off and basically that you are a loner. That's me I'm not a socially inclined person. My children tell me. Watching your show helps me with life itself. You go Ms. Crystal. I love you to Life.❤❤❤😇
I had to go back to this first episode after tuning in all summer after asking "who the hell is this amazing being I've come across by accident"?? I too lost my Mom from an aneurysm when I was 6. At 47, I'm just now getting therapy and have been questioning the same. Thank you sooo much, Crystal for sharing and helping others such as myself by being the light you are.
It’s only been 2 episodes dropped so far and they both have been very much needed. It has been helping me reflect and think on my past and future plans and goals in life 💯
Tbh knowing that this episode is about to be good is an understatement!!! I love the Stories of how people worked to get where they are now.. Tyler Is an amazing person and I know for sure that when he see something in someone he makes an effort to change their lives… he changed mine and it wasn’t even in person never met him but when I was 4 my dad passed away right before I was turning 5 eight days before. My mom brought home this tape with a play on it and when I watched that play it made me into the man I am today. Everyday I would watch a play to get me over depression, closer to God, everything I needed was in the plays. I would come home from school run off of the bus and get right in front of the tv screen to watch a play. That man inspired me to write and I’ve been writing ever since… he changed my life because I could have went a different route in life but I chose to do right because I was so into Tyler perry. Yeah my mom was tired of me watching his shows but she was happy it kept me out of the streets ❤️❤️❤️
This episode was so inspiring and motivating. When you were first introduced as Fatima in Sistas, I became a fan. Your character is bold, fierce and powerful. What was even more interesting is that your character and Crystal have so many things in common. Thank you for being authentic and vulnerable even when it was easier not to. Both you and Dinorah did an amazing job with this episode. Crystal, you are blessed and highly favored. Continue to walk in your light and live out your purpose!
This was really helpful for me. I too am trying to break generational curses and not pass them on to my 5 year old son. I grew up in a religious family, dad was a pastor, church every week. Hearing you talk about your life. I see myself like this is me. Thank you for what you do Crystal Renee. Keep shining bright
Crystal, you should have a group talk with your other ladies from their experience in different age group from the 20s to the 60s and you see the difference. when they were raised. This is the most powerful episode I ever seen have you seen. I’ve talk to my sisters we have these conversations because sometimes they don’t talk about it and I made them talk about and they cried and I told Lina, my sister it’s OK mommy didn’t know better. And I know you’re healing. There’s a lot of healing to do, and it’s not too late. Love you, princess.
Everytime I watch Crystal, I'm thinking she has to be one of the most, if not the most down to earth, personable &genuine entertainers I've come across. I'm So glad you were lead to do this podcast....So special❤️🙏🏽
I was touched by this interview and just love everything about this woman after seeing this episode, it has only reinforced that! Crystal is such a beautiful soul!
You really just saved someone’s life thank you so much for sharing with us Crystal. We thank you for your bravery, being so authentic, being patient with yourself, nothing sugarcoated. You are truly an inspiration! Can’t wait for the next episode! Love you girl!
Crystal I just want to give you a hug. I lost my dad at 7 years old and I lost my mom 5 years ago so I know how you are feeling 100%. I commend you for being so vulnerable and honest and I know this wasn’t easy. I respect you more now then ever!!! Your voice, your beauty, your strength. #Fatima #Sistas #Zatima
Generational curses and the demons we fight in silence huh!! 😭😭Wonderful singing voice crystalina👌I relate with the fear and can't stop 😭😭😭thank you for being vulnerable and authentic. I hope to walk the healing journey someday
I am literally In tears just watching this podcast because it's an inspiration to me I am 19 years old and I needed this because I am going through a lot in not knowing my father I just love u and thank u for an amazing podcast 💖💖💖 my father abounded me when I was a baby and ever since my mother tired her best in raising me 🙏
Every time I would start to watch "Keep It Positive Sweetie" something would always interrupt me. Today, I came across this video. Guess what? No interruptions whatsoever! I thoroughly enjoyed this! I'm sure this had to be hard, but you prevailed! Thank you for your transparency! You are a beautiful woman! May God continue to bless you richly!
This episode hit home for me!! My parents didnt know how to parent I was abused but they parented me the way they were brought up. As a kid i was extremely sensitive all u had to do was yell at me and I would crumble. When I had my son I made a vow to raise him differently!! Thanks for being so open ❤❤
🥳🥳The pure BEAUTY on you exudes from all 360 degrees of your being- from your spirit your heart your soul and your physical- you display God’s essence all day every day!!!! Thru your example I am a proud believer AND will continue putting in the work to make ALL my dreams come true🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 Thank you for sharing your journey with us all 🥰🥰🥰🥰
No matter how many times I watch this I get a newfound appreciation for the gift of you. Please believe me when I say, you are gorgeous and most beautiful as your natural self. Your makeup, as pretty as it is, only enhances your natural beauty. Thank you for your bravery in sharing you with us. Know that it has and will change a lot of lives. I will continually pray God’s blessings on you and a hedge of protection over you ❤. Luv u much!
I definitely was one of the people who began to like your character on Sistas, and you personally and watching this definitely solidified that because I can relate to some of the things you said. Thank you for being vulnerable because you didn't have to tell us anything personal about your life. I appreciate you. I'm excited to see more of what God has for you. ❤
Thank you Facing parental trauma is the worst The shame silences you The material stuff masks the truth The abandonment cripples your perceptions Your parents' lack of accountability causes your pain to trick you
This was such a great raw interview. I like her characters on Sistas & Zatima but after watching this I like her even more. Her journey has not been easy but with God she persevered and clearly has a Testimony! Looking forward to more episodes.
Love it, love it, love it the emotion the reflection, the rawness the realness. This hit my heart ❤️ some people grow up with the teaching of each one, teach one but not knowing that the teaching is NOT always the effective approach regarding parenting. Although being a parent is not easy also being a child is just as rough. Protecting , receiving love and care from your parents is a necessity in our child’s growth Being a kid facing life uncertainty plays a crucial part in a child’s struggles of viewing his or her life in this messed up world. I too lost my mom and I held her hand until her last breath, I remember the day, the hour, the moment I went numb it had changed me drastically and dramatically I no longer looked at people, life and this world the same. As a Libra, whom believes in love/balance/ Peace and tranquility I began to view life differently. I questioned GOD which I was taught to never do but only to trust in his word and believe so I questioned GOD why my mom and I received WHY NOT, if that’s the case why my son I had to go on spiritual journey with GOD to reflect, restructure, reorganize and reshape my life to understand, to make better and do better in my journey and I’m so grateful I did because if I didn’t I would’ve not survived I felt myself heading in a wrong path but with lots healing which I’m continuing to do Each day with Prayer and Meditation. iGod bless. Keep on prospering
Thank you, Crystal, for sharing ❤ the 11, 12 and 13 yr old girl needed Comforting that's another reason why she crossed her arms. Then the tears. I feel your tears. You're awesome queen.
This episode was a half glazed mirror of my childhood tragedy morphing into a destined blessing… I’m still in the waiting room season, thank you for your transparency dear heart💛💚🙏🏽🎶
Childhood trauma is one of the reasons some people turned out the way they did. Growing up, living in so much fear that limited me from doing what I wanted or going for things I wanted to get, or being a certain kind of person when it comes to creativity or talents. At some points, it was like living for my parents and just having to do everything to make them happy while I wasn't. So much pressure, then getting to now, most times feeling so much regret and anger cause I feel it's late and I should have done the things I wanted to do and pursued my own choice of career and made use of my talent. So many times I feel like something is dead in me. I love my parents so much and they are part of the reasons I'm morally upright but I feel sometimes the approach toward discipline was so hard. This whole video just gave me so much light in my heart. There's a lot to learn and there's a reason to know that it's never too late. Love you Crystal for this ❤. Thank you.
You touched on a lot of things that hit home, I see you, I hear you & I understand you!! Thank you for being the vessel we all needed! Keep soaring, Crys!❤️❤️🥹
God does all things well. My heart has literally healed this week as I have consumed the entire series of Sistas and Zatima this week. I absolutely love Fatima and I am loving getting to know Crystal. You, through your art and your light give me so much hope for the me I am becoming as I honor the woman I am. Thank you for creating this space and sharing pieces of you. I’m forever grateful.
Hey Crystal I heard this episode on podcast and wow. I thought the first episode could not be topped but you did . Thank you for being so vulnerable and candid with us . Love you even more. 💜
I Thank God For You Crystal I Really Needed This I Lost My Brother Back In 2009 My Mother In 2014 And Another Brother In 2022 God Was The Only One I Could Depend On To Get Through It. I Too Wanted To End It All But God Had More For Me To Do On This Earth Thank You For Sharing Your Story With Us May God Continue To Give You Your Hearts Desire And I Will Continue To Pray For You. I Had A Tag Made For My Car Keep It Positive Sweetie l. 🙏❤️😊
Ok I went on an emotional rollercoaster with this one Crys. I wish I had a therapist to talk to but where I'm from that is not readily available. There is so much to unpack from this episode, I personally related to so many areas especially from childhood. I am at work seriously trying to hold it together, I will be taking a restroom break shortly 😁. Thank you for sharing You with us, we appreciate it, we appreciate you and just continue to be You. God's got you and we do. Nuff love from Negril, Jamaica ❤❤❤💝
Thanks Crystal for always being, real, down to earth, positive and so transparent…👏🏾👏🏾🫶🏿❤️ This episode had me in tears. Crystal you are such a beautiful bright light!!✨✨🙏🏾🙏🏾
The Openness! The Transparency! The Intimacy that you have displayed to us….. Thank You! Thank You! Thank You for sharing your Heart, your Fears, your Dreams with us. You Rock Crystal 🙏🙏🙏
My God My God ; when I say I related to nearly everything spoken in this video from being suicidal, coming from a small country town, being fearful, being screwed up by my upbringing and losing my mother. I just wept watching because I almost could see myself through this. God is blessing me through you ms hayslett
Thank you so much for sharing the real, the raw, the authentic YOU with us! So beautiful and extremely talented! WOW, your voice though! AMAAAAZING!! It was the "My living is in my giving" for me! You are truly an inspiration!
Crystal, I see so much of myself in you. I got emotional several times during this video. Thank you so much for allowing yourself to be vulnerable with your supporters. You're DEFINITELY an inspiration, and when I look at you, I definitely see "The Strength of a Woman." May God continue to bless you in all of your endeavors.❤
I literally feel the Holy Spirit led me here after watching your salvation story…I’m a 26 year old with a really similar story of losing my mum at 2 and going through so much that I thought life wasn’t worth living. I’m currently holding on to my faith in God to go through the healing. I love what you said to your younger self. I feel like you are speaking to me. I know everything is gonna be alright and all my dreams will come true and just like you Aunty Renee, God will be glorified in my life. You are so beautiful not just on the outside but on the inside. Thank you for sharing who you are with the world. I’m blessed. Thank you ❤
I enjoyed to see your vulnerability. This was such a good session...And let's not forget to give your commentator, a kudos...She asked some really great questions that gave us who are supporting you a direct insight of who Crystal Rene is...Blessings Blessings Blessings 🙌🏾 🙏🏿❤️
This feels like a true Cinderella story. Thank you for sharing. Such a reminder that God, El Roi, is the God who sees me, He has not forgotten us. Don't give on God because He won't give up on you....He Able!!!!
Oh Crystal, Fatima, Zatima thank you for your transparency and just being you. Can we have this twice a week please? Loving this so much. Determination, Desire and Drive for greatness is what you've shown. Can't wait for the next one
Hi Crystal- Thank you so much for sharing your story and being open to allowing people to see you unmasked. I love learning ppls stories because it let's us know we're not alone and how they overcame or are healing from their trauma. I am dealing with my own personal trauma and struggles and thought about writing in as I navigate. Your energy radiates on and off the screen; and your topics are always so deep abs personal, the way you connect with ppl. You couldn't have picked a better platform to dive into. Could this be another calling for you? Wow... what a beautiful soul you are!!
Thank you for sharing this with us, we love you so much! And it’s easier said than done to stop feeling a certain way, growing up in a strict Christian home I know the growing up with fear on different levels. I lost my father and my brother 7 months apart from each other in 2020, I was old enough to know them, I was 19 and to this day even though it got better than it was back then, it’s not easy. I kept wondering why God took them from us, but I came to the realization that I’d they were still here then I wouldn’t get to the place in life that God wants me to go and be. Keep shining Crys. If you didn’t know before, I’m always rocking with you. ❤❤
When she said “busy is the devil distraction” I felt that so inspirational and I love you advice on keeping God close always that’s something I am working on right now in my life and really needed to hear this I pray for your continuous success. I also pray that you stay close to God always thank you 😘😘
This episode was heavy!! Though I've never been suicidal, dealing with not being good enough most of my life is something that I'm still having to unlearn as an adult! Thanks for sharing your story and being so open and vulnerable ❤
Girl! You took the thoughts and words out my mouth! I feel the fear came from the way I was disciplined, but now knowing more...I was controlled under a narcissistic environment from a mother that grew up under generational curse of emotional abuse. I never knew my parent and still don't. Its a surface relationship. So I committed to have a new relationship w my daughter. #emptynester #age49 #singlemom #growth Thank you Crystal
This one right here!! It really hit home for me on so many levels. Thank you for being you and having the courage to let us in. I am going to rewatch this with my daughter after school. Thank you again, can’t wait for next week!! I love this and you🥰❤️❤️
Thank you for your vulnerability 🤍 very inspiring to see believers in this space being authentic. Coming from a 20something in a waiting season trying to figure out what steps God is ordering for me. Loved it
Two episodes down and it's filling I extremely love this episodes because I can relate to it. Thank you so much crystal for the transparency the openes giving hope to someone out there🎉🎉🎉 get your flowers much love from Kenya❤❤❤❤❤❤
Wow, my mom passed when was 7 years old, she also passed from a brain aneurysm. I feel just like you, wondering why she was taken so soon and often think about what our relationship would've been like. Thank you for showing this side of yourself. I was already a fan before this but THIS right here, you letting us SEE you, is everything. Thanks boo! 💖
I'm amazed and honored that you share your journey past/present self with us. It's a blessing to hear your stories. You're doing amazing, awesome things. The quote that stuck out to me the most is, "Your Living is in your Giving." Thank You @CrystalRenee ❣️❣️❣️
Wow.. This podcast has really unlocked some things for me.. a lot of things I tried to sweep under the rug to protect my parents feelings but I felt wholeheartedly.. and I really really feel every word… Thank you for using your platform to fulfill your purpose because when you show up you give others that hope to keep going! You are truly working with Gods gift I love you and I’ll always support you! #KIPS
Crystal Renee is beautiful with or without makeup❤… I’ve heard your story before about working with Tyler. I absolutely loved hearing it again so inspiring. We adore you.😊
Thank you for this episode Crystal! I also would like to thank you for allowing yourself to be open and vulnerable throughout this episode. I truly love you for opening up! This episode hit home a little and knowing that you went through what you went through and kept pushing, it inspired me to keep pushing.
Whew I finally got the nerve up to watch this episode…. Tears just flowing I can relate. It was on my mother’s death bed in 2014 that I learn the reason she allowed me and my siblings to endure our childhood trauma. Thank You for creating a safe place for women like me!!! You make life so much worth living. I never knew that celebrities go through!! I always thought that celebrities were perfect people with no flaws!!! Even though I am older than you I definitely look up to you!!! Keep being inspiring love you Crystal you’re the best!!!🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Crystal , thank you for being so Open , Real , and Raw . You are so freaking Gorgeously Beautiful without makeup . I lost my Mom at 11 years old so I truly feel you on that . God has truly Blessed you rather you know it or not but I'm sure you know . And girl you can truly sing , no you can sang . Love you Crystal ❤💯👵🏽 Stay Bless 🙏🏽 and Safe 🌷😇 young lady
Good morning Beautiful thank you for being you this hit home I was always told that I will never be nothing I'm the black sheep of the family I'm 59 yrs old I have 3 Daughters and 7 grand children I didn't Raise my Daughter's the way my Mom raised me. I was called a Bitch soo much I refused to call my daughter that. I still holding on to the past 😢it hurts I'm still trying to be better.. Crystal you are a God sent you give me hope I love you and keep me in you prayers❤🙏🏽😢
Thank you for sharing this part of your life. I thank God for allowing the rest of the work to see Crystal true God given talent, while staying faithful and trusting while she gains the wisdom and knowledge for God assignments on her life. You, Mr. Perry and many others are a blessing to see your growth. So proud of what He is doing in all of your lives. I pray that this segment blesses someone else to don’t give up. You quoted, “I know the plans I have for your life scripture. You are a testimony of Philippians 4:6-7. You are living it. So many people are watching you right now. You personality on and off is so amazing. Thank you, Thank you for sharing your testimony with us all. Keep rising.
Hi crystal you literally just said my life story A young girl from a small community in Africa grew up in a religious home and restricted to do a lot it was as if God wanted me to see this video because I’ve been hard on myself
Thank you, so much for opening up and letting us know the true you❤️❤️❤️You are a survivor and your Mama in heaven is very PROUD of you, in addition to your Dad and bonus Mom. I love that you don’t hide your relationship with God, continue to walk in your BLESSINGS!
Her vulnerability is refreshing. We don't realize we grieve so many things in life and how it affects us.
Could u date a regular dude. With regular job. $80-$100k
Never discredit your pain because others are going through worse. I had to stop doing that. We still deserve to feel how we feel. I love you girl! ❤️❤️
Thank you for writing this. It saddens me when I hear people doing that. Yes, there might be people who went through worse but your pain is your pain. It is valid and you are allowed to feel it and express it, without taking anything away from anyone else's pain.
@@QueenOfAbundance-ks6fh No problem !! ❤️❤️
“ I wanna make sure I’m hitting my mark in every part of my life” Soooo relatable Crystal
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This episode evoke so much feelings for me being that young girl 12-14 wanting to be accepted so bad and loved by my parents and never felt like I was really seen. I was the smart child, not pretty one, not the soft one. My exterior was rough and I felt empty because I had no one rooting for me. I was only given praise when someone outside of my family domain initiated it. My mom called me attractive she would say people like you because of your hair. I had beautiful long full thick hair and that was my ideology. I hated it, I use to pull back my hair in the mirror and tear into myself your lips are too big nose too small but wide, face big and round, nothing pretty or special about me. I watched my big sister be called pretty, dainty, nice and quiet. I was sad a lot, lonely and unkind to myself so I would make bad decisions, my attitude suck and I hated my mom. I write this to say hearing you reflect on your childhood made me think about my hurt, my challenges and finding a way to love myself with God. I am healing and striving to be the best woman I could be for myself first then my beautiful daughter who I live through and for because God gave me everything I didn’t have in my home growing up through her. I went a different route raising her and I made sure love was my target goal. Loving her the way I was never loved by anyone. So thank you for sharing that we all have childhood traumas that we can get over with God in our lives.
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Yesss ma’am “ I know the plans I have for you says the Lord” Jeremiah 29:11 is my favorite scripture !!
Waw that's my favorite too i really love that scripture ❤❤❤
Mine, too!
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MINE TOO !!!!!!!!!!!!
18 minutes was the moment that I felt every emotion you felt! You are seen crystal and we value you.
Wow she sounded so good singing ❤
I hate seeing Crystal cry Like that, but I’m so happy she shared❣️you’ll never know who’s going through a hard time and her sharing this helps a whole lot!.
This was so deep and emotional…. Talking about your past out loud really helps you heal…. Looking at you and seeing the hurt and pain that you have endured hurts a lot…. But I love how you took your pain and hurt and went harder in life. Because of how you grew up and everything that you’re parents instilled in you and the way that you carry yourself with so much humbleness, kindness and respect 🙌🏾 Look how far you’ve come and how much you have worked and sacrifice to live out your dreams…. I’m so proud of you and when she said the storm where you perfect your forgivenesses 🗣️🙌🏾 Ms. Crystal, you are a blessing and yes ma’am because you choose to live and tell your story and live your truth someone else is looking at this and have decided to do the same thing Live…… Keep inspiring, and showing us more of you…. We love it you just don’t know how much we all love and admire you….. Authentic, Beautiful, Talented, Inspiring ❤❤❤❤
Whew this episode blessed me so much i needed to hear this. I had to pause it the first 15 minutes into it.. thank God & Dinorah for helping Crystal get through this & because y’all helped her she is helping us .. i love you Crystal 🥰❤️🥰
Hearing you sing "greatest love of all" melted my heart.
I lost my mother 10 months ago, and it's been really tough without her.
She's missing big milestones of my life which we spoke about.
But as The song says " if what you dream of finds you in a lonely place, count on love to strengthen you"
And that's exactly what I shall do, hold on to the love she and I shared.
Thank you so much Crystal ❤
0:18 I’m not able to get through the podcast - crying uncontrollably. You just saved someone’s life. I’m glad you stayed the course and understand your assignment.
This conversation was needed. I understand a lot about childhood trauma, but it’s so hard to talk about😔Great episode! Thank you Crystal for living and now we can!
That part about the fear of messing up or disappointment or pleasing everybody is something I identify with HEAVY! Whew!
I recall you saying during the Change Her conference thank you was hesitant about going to therapy and not wanting people in your business ( I feel you ). So I appreciate your vulnerability and allowing us to get to know you on a deeper level in hopes of helping other women heal through your testimony. Thank you for creating this space. Love you!!
So I’m rewatching Sistas from season one and just noticed that Fatima mentioned it. When Andi wanted to go for a photoshoot and Fatima was like “I was a stylist and once worked for congress” 😮 GIRL!!!!!🎉❤
Thank you so much for this, it is truly relatable in every way. That fear and love at the same time is a generational curse and one of the main reasons I don't think I want to be a parent. Everybody mentions healthy fear from a parent but to what extent. Also I am battling with being comfortable with my uncomfortableness because I know I can do way more; but this industry as a photographer/videographer can be almost depressing when you dream big.
I’m so happy people are being open and honest with these type of conversations. Love it
Absolutely! So many People Keep these things Bottled up and End Up Hurting themselves or even others.
Ms. Dinorah, you are greatly appreciated as well. Your genuine care, love and friendship is very evident in how tender and thoughtful you were throughout this special conversation. Thank you both for your strength, servanthood and bravery to walk in your calling. #KIPS
As if I didn't already think that you were dope...I now KNOW you are so dope! You are blessed and amazing and so humble and grateful. I absolutely love those qualities. Thanks for sharing your story and journey with us. When you came on Sistas as Fatima, you took the show to a different level and then Zatima...YES! You are so super talented and stay on God's path and you will surely continue to shine. God bless Queen!
This episode was so therapeutic for me. It's so dope seeing the real and relatable parts of people you see on tv. For me, it's a testament that we all have mess we are trying to get through and grow through. It was such a blessing seeing just how amazing you are despite all you have been through. Definitely encourages me to be the same way. Lots of love and appreciation. You will ALWAYS have my support. 🥰🥰
I love this show because it resonates with me as a person. Ms Crystal I remember you saying in one of your other episodes you started to say that you were closed off and basically that you are a loner. That's me I'm not a socially inclined person. My children tell me. Watching your show helps me with life itself. You go Ms. Crystal. I love you to Life.❤❤❤😇
I had to go back to this first episode after tuning in all summer after asking "who the hell is this amazing being I've come across by accident"?? I too lost my Mom from an aneurysm when I was 6. At 47, I'm just now getting therapy and have been questioning the same. Thank you sooo much, Crystal for sharing and helping others such as myself by being the light you are.
It’s only been 2 episodes dropped so far and they both have been very much needed. It has been helping me reflect and think on my past and future plans and goals in life 💯
Crystal, your story is so inspiring. That Toni Braxton edition was epic.
Tbh knowing that this episode is about to be good is an understatement!!! I love the Stories of how people worked to get where they are now.. Tyler Is an amazing person and I know for sure that when he see something in someone he makes an effort to change their lives… he changed mine and it wasn’t even in person never met him but when I was 4 my dad passed away right before I was turning 5 eight days before. My mom brought home this tape with a play on it and when I watched that play it made me into the man I am today. Everyday I would watch a play to get me over depression, closer to God, everything I needed was in the plays. I would come home from school run off of the bus and get right in front of the tv screen to watch a play. That man inspired me to write and I’ve been writing ever since… he changed my life because I could have went a different route in life but I chose to do right because I was so into Tyler perry. Yeah my mom was tired of me watching his shows but she was happy it kept me out of the streets ❤️❤️❤️
Honestly, the ending notes of this vlog was better 💯 than even the beginning. The wisdom, the real and the vulnerability! It blessed me.
This episode was so inspiring and motivating. When you were first introduced as Fatima in Sistas, I became a fan. Your character is bold, fierce and powerful. What was even more interesting is that your character and Crystal have so many things in common. Thank you for being authentic and vulnerable even when it was easier not to. Both you and Dinorah did an amazing job with this episode. Crystal, you are blessed and highly favored. Continue to walk in your light and live out your purpose!
This was really helpful for me. I too am trying to break generational curses and not pass them on to my 5 year old son. I grew up in a religious family, dad was a pastor, church every week. Hearing you talk about your life. I see myself like this is me. Thank you for what you do Crystal Renee. Keep shining bright
Crystal, you should have a group talk with your other ladies from their experience in different age group from the 20s to the 60s and you see the difference. when they were raised. This is the most powerful episode I ever seen have you seen. I’ve talk to my sisters we have these conversations because sometimes they don’t talk about it and I made them talk about and they cried and I told Lina, my sister it’s OK mommy didn’t know better. And I know you’re healing. There’s a lot of healing to do, and it’s not too late. Love you, princess.
Everytime I watch Crystal, I'm thinking she has to be one of the most, if not the most down to earth, personable &genuine entertainers I've come across. I'm So glad you were lead to do this podcast....So special❤️🙏🏽
Such a beautiful young lady. I’m glad to know her story. It makes me respect her so much more!
Been there. I'm 58 now and the experience of childhood shows up with pros and cons as an adult. I understand everything that Crystal Haslett spoke of.
I understood her as well. I thought she was telling my life
I was touched by this interview and just love everything about this woman after seeing this episode, it has only reinforced that! Crystal is such a beautiful soul!
You really just saved someone’s life thank you so much for sharing with us Crystal. We thank you for your bravery, being so authentic, being patient with yourself, nothing sugarcoated. You are truly an inspiration! Can’t wait for the next episode! Love you girl!
Crystal I just want to give you a hug. I lost my dad at 7 years old and I lost my mom 5 years ago so I know how you are feeling 100%. I commend you for being so vulnerable and honest and I know this wasn’t easy. I respect you more now then ever!!! Your voice, your beauty, your strength. #Fatima #Sistas #Zatima
Generational curses and the demons we fight in silence huh!! 😭😭Wonderful singing voice crystalina👌I relate with the fear and can't stop 😭😭😭thank you for being vulnerable and authentic. I hope to walk the healing journey someday
I am literally In tears just watching this podcast because it's an inspiration to me I am 19 years old and I needed this because I am going through a lot in not knowing my father I just love u and thank u for an amazing podcast 💖💖💖 my father abounded me when I was a baby and ever since my mother tired her best in raising me 🙏
17:20 Thank you for being so transparent I know it wasn’t easy 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 but your story is gonna resonate with so many people and help them.
I’m glad you told your story. Don’t ever minimize what you went through. Your feels are valid.
I’m in love with her already!! I felt her spirit watching this!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Every time I would start to watch "Keep It Positive Sweetie" something would always interrupt me. Today, I came across this video. Guess what? No interruptions whatsoever! I thoroughly enjoyed this! I'm sure this had to be hard, but you prevailed! Thank you for your transparency! You are a beautiful woman! May God continue to bless you richly!
This episode hit home for me!! My parents didnt know how to parent I was abused but they parented me the way they were brought up. As a kid i was extremely sensitive all u had to do was yell at me and I would crumble. When I had my son I made a vow to raise him differently!! Thanks for being so open ❤❤
Thank you for hanging in there Crystal. Stay encouraged beautiful. You are a beautiful inspiration💖 #Love💞
Thank you for your bravery and transparency! Crystal you’re doing a great job! ❤ Your voice is AMAZING!!
🥳🥳The pure BEAUTY on you exudes from all 360 degrees of your being- from your spirit your heart your soul and your physical- you display God’s essence all day every day!!!! Thru your example I am a proud believer AND will continue putting in the work to make ALL my dreams come true🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 Thank you for sharing your journey with us all 🥰🥰🥰🥰
Relating so much with Crystal and it makes me feel like I can get through the pain as well
No matter how many times I watch this I get a newfound appreciation for the gift of you. Please believe me when I say, you are gorgeous and most beautiful as your natural self. Your makeup, as pretty as it is, only enhances your natural beauty. Thank you for your bravery in sharing you with us. Know that it has and will change a lot of lives. I will continually pray God’s blessings on you and a hedge of protection over you ❤. Luv u much!
I definitely was one of the people who began to like your character on Sistas, and you personally and watching this definitely solidified that because I can relate to some of the things you said. Thank you for being vulnerable because you didn't have to tell us anything personal about your life. I appreciate you. I'm excited to see more of what God has for you. ❤
Crystal your Toni Braxton singing voice was on point it gave me chills girl. 🥰👏🏽
Thank you
Facing parental trauma is the worst
The shame silences you
The material stuff masks the truth
The abandonment cripples your perceptions
Your parents' lack of accountability causes your pain to trick you
This was such a great raw interview. I like her characters on Sistas & Zatima but after watching this I like her even more. Her journey has not been easy but with God she persevered and clearly has a Testimony! Looking forward to more episodes.
Knowing her as Fatima I was like that’s my girl. Listening to her as Crystal is like talking to myself. She’s down to earth and motivating
Love it, love it, love it the emotion the reflection, the rawness the realness. This hit my heart ❤️ some people grow up with the teaching of each one, teach one but not knowing that the teaching is NOT always the effective approach regarding parenting. Although being a parent is not easy also being a child is just as rough. Protecting , receiving love and care from your parents is a necessity in our child’s growth Being a kid facing life uncertainty plays a crucial part in a child’s struggles of viewing his or her life in this messed up world. I too lost my mom and I held her hand until her last breath, I remember the day, the hour, the moment I went numb it had changed me drastically and dramatically I no longer looked at people, life and this world the same. As a Libra, whom believes in love/balance/ Peace and tranquility I began to view life differently. I questioned GOD which I was taught to never do but only to trust in his word and believe so I questioned GOD why my mom and I received WHY NOT, if that’s the case why my son I had to go on spiritual journey with GOD to reflect, restructure, reorganize and reshape my life to understand, to make better and do better in my journey and I’m so grateful I did because if I didn’t I would’ve not survived I felt myself heading in a wrong path but with lots healing which I’m continuing to do Each day with Prayer and Meditation. iGod bless. Keep on prospering
Thank you, Crystal, for sharing ❤ the 11, 12 and 13 yr old girl needed Comforting that's another reason why she crossed her arms. Then the tears. I feel your tears. You're awesome queen.
This episode was a half glazed mirror of my childhood tragedy morphing into a destined blessing… I’m still in the waiting room season, thank you for your transparency dear heart💛💚🙏🏽🎶
Childhood trauma is one of the reasons some people turned out the way they did. Growing up, living in so much fear that limited me from doing what I wanted or going for things I wanted to get, or being a certain kind of person when it comes to creativity or talents. At some points, it was like living for my parents and just having to do everything to make them happy while I wasn't. So much pressure, then getting to now, most times feeling so much regret and anger cause I feel it's late and I should have done the things I wanted to do and pursued my own choice of career and made use of my talent. So many times I feel like something is dead in me. I love my parents so much and they are part of the reasons I'm morally upright but I feel sometimes the approach toward discipline was so hard. This whole video just gave me so much light in my heart. There's a lot to learn and there's a reason to know that it's never too late. Love you Crystal for this ❤. Thank you.
You touched on a lot of things that hit home, I see you, I hear you & I understand you!! Thank you for being the vessel we all needed! Keep soaring, Crys!❤️❤️🥹
God does all things well. My heart has literally healed this week as I have consumed the entire series of Sistas and Zatima this week. I absolutely love Fatima and I am loving getting to know Crystal. You, through your art and your light give me so much hope for the me I am becoming as I honor the woman I am. Thank you for creating this space and sharing pieces of you. I’m forever grateful.
Hey Crystal I heard this episode on podcast and wow. I thought the first episode could not be topped but you did . Thank you for being so vulnerable and candid with us . Love you even more. 💜
I Thank God For You Crystal I Really Needed This I Lost My Brother Back In 2009 My Mother In 2014 And Another Brother In 2022 God Was The Only One I Could Depend On To Get Through It. I Too Wanted To End It All But God Had More For Me To Do On This Earth Thank You For Sharing Your Story With Us May God Continue To Give You Your Hearts Desire And I Will Continue To Pray For You. I Had A Tag Made For My Car Keep It Positive Sweetie l. 🙏❤️😊
Ok I went on an emotional rollercoaster with this one Crys. I wish I had a therapist to talk to but where I'm from that is not readily available. There is so much to unpack from this episode, I personally related to so many areas especially from childhood. I am at work seriously trying to hold it together, I will be taking a restroom break shortly 😁. Thank you for sharing You with us, we appreciate it, we appreciate you and just continue to be You. God's got you and we do. Nuff love from Negril, Jamaica ❤❤❤💝
Thanks Crystal for always being, real, down to earth, positive and so transparent…👏🏾👏🏾🫶🏿❤️ This episode had me in tears. Crystal you are such a beautiful bright light!!✨✨🙏🏾🙏🏾
So emotional. Thank you crystal for opening up your vulnerabilities, its encouraging.
The Openness! The Transparency! The Intimacy that you have displayed to us….. Thank You! Thank You! Thank You for sharing your Heart, your Fears, your Dreams with us. You Rock Crystal 🙏🙏🙏
Loved her from Sistas, up to Zatima. She is so beautiful. This was soulful and healing ❤️
My God My God ; when I say I related to nearly everything spoken in this video from being suicidal, coming from a small country town, being fearful, being screwed up by my upbringing and losing my mother. I just wept watching because I almost could see myself through this. God is blessing me through you ms hayslett
Thank you so much for sharing the real, the raw, the authentic YOU with us! So beautiful and extremely talented! WOW, your voice though! AMAAAAZING!! It was the "My living is in my giving" for me! You are truly an inspiration!
Crystal, I see so much of myself in you. I got emotional several times during this video. Thank you so much for allowing yourself to be vulnerable with your supporters. You're DEFINITELY an inspiration, and when I look at you, I definitely see "The Strength of a Woman." May God continue to bless you in all of your endeavors.❤
Such a great episode!! Thank you for sharing your journey!! As a fellow Tennessee native I related to this episode on so many levels.
I literally feel the Holy Spirit led me here after watching your salvation story…I’m a 26 year old with a really similar story of losing my mum at 2 and going through so much that I thought life wasn’t worth living. I’m currently holding on to my faith in God to go through the healing. I love what you said to your younger self. I feel like you are speaking to me. I know everything is gonna be alright and all my dreams will come true and just like you Aunty Renee, God will be glorified in my life. You are so beautiful not just on the outside but on the inside. Thank you for sharing who you are with the world. I’m blessed. Thank you ❤
I enjoyed to see your vulnerability. This was such a good session...And let's not forget to give your commentator, a kudos...She asked some really great questions that gave us who are supporting you a direct insight of who Crystal Rene is...Blessings Blessings Blessings 🙌🏾 🙏🏿❤️
This feels like a true Cinderella story. Thank you for sharing. Such a reminder that God, El Roi, is the God who sees me, He has not forgotten us. Don't give on God because He won't give up on you....He Able!!!!
Oh Crystal, Fatima, Zatima thank you for your transparency and just being you. Can we have this twice a week please? Loving this so much. Determination, Desire and Drive for greatness is what you've shown. Can't wait for the next one
Hi Crystal- Thank you so much for sharing your story and being open to allowing people to see you unmasked. I love learning ppls stories because it let's us know we're not alone and how they overcame or are healing from their trauma. I am dealing with my own personal trauma and struggles and thought about writing in as I navigate.
Your energy radiates on and off the screen; and your topics are always so deep abs personal, the way you connect with ppl. You couldn't have picked a better platform to dive into. Could this be another calling for you? Wow... what a beautiful soul you are!!
Thank you for sharing this with us, we love you so much! And it’s easier said than done to stop feeling a certain way, growing up in a strict Christian home I know the growing up with fear on different levels. I lost my father and my brother 7 months apart from each other in 2020, I was old enough to know them, I was 19 and to this day even though it got better than it was back then, it’s not easy. I kept wondering why God took them from us, but I came to the realization that I’d they were still here then I wouldn’t get to the place in life that God wants me to go and be. Keep shining Crys. If you didn’t know before, I’m always rocking with you. ❤❤
When she said “busy is the devil distraction” I felt that so inspirational and I love you advice on keeping God close always that’s something I am working on right now in my life and really needed to hear this I pray for your continuous success. I also pray that you stay close to God always thank you 😘😘
This episode was heavy!! Though I've never been suicidal, dealing with not being good enough most of my life is something that I'm still having to unlearn as an adult! Thanks for sharing your story and being so open and vulnerable ❤
Girl! You took the thoughts and words out my mouth! I feel the fear came from the way I was disciplined, but now knowing more...I was controlled under a narcissistic environment from a mother that grew up under generational curse of emotional abuse. I never knew my parent and still don't. Its a surface relationship. So I committed to have a new relationship w my daughter. #emptynester #age49 #singlemom #growth Thank you Crystal
This one right here!! It really hit home for me on so many levels. Thank you for being you and having the courage to let us in. I am going to rewatch this with my daughter after school. Thank you again, can’t wait for next week!! I love this and you🥰❤️❤️
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Thank you for your vulnerability 🤍 very inspiring to see believers in this space being authentic. Coming from a 20something in a waiting season trying to figure out what steps God is ordering for me. Loved it
Two episodes down and it's filling I extremely love this episodes because I can relate to it. Thank you so much crystal for the transparency the openes giving hope to someone out there🎉🎉🎉 get your flowers much love from Kenya❤❤❤❤❤❤
Wow, my mom passed when was 7 years old, she also passed from a brain aneurysm. I feel just like you, wondering why she was taken so soon and often think about what our relationship would've been like. Thank you for showing this side of yourself. I was already a fan before this but THIS right here, you letting us SEE you, is everything. Thanks boo! 💖
I'm amazed and honored that you share your journey past/present self with us. It's a blessing to hear your stories. You're doing amazing, awesome things. The quote that stuck out to me the most is, "Your Living is in your Giving." Thank You @CrystalRenee ❣️❣️❣️
Wow.. This podcast has really unlocked some things for me.. a lot of things I tried to sweep under the rug to protect my parents feelings but I felt wholeheartedly.. and I really really feel every word… Thank you for using your platform to fulfill your purpose because when you show up you give others that hope to keep going! You are truly working with Gods gift I love you and I’ll always support you! #KIPS
Crystal Renee is beautiful with or without makeup❤… I’ve heard your story before about working with Tyler. I absolutely loved hearing it again so inspiring. We adore you.😊
Thank you for this episode Crystal! I also would like to thank you for allowing yourself to be open and vulnerable throughout this episode. I truly love you for opening up! This episode hit home a little and knowing that you went through what you went through and kept pushing, it inspired me to keep pushing.
I love this Crystal. I was already a huge fan, but NOW... I LOVE YOU EVEN MORE. YOU ARE SO AMAZING
I know for a fact this episode is going to really touch in me so places in my heart that I never thought I had. Lemme get my tissues ready 🙌🏾
Whew I finally got the nerve up to watch this episode…. Tears just flowing I can relate. It was on my mother’s death bed in 2014 that I learn the reason she allowed me and my siblings to endure our childhood trauma. Thank You for creating a safe place for women like me!!! You make life so much worth living. I never knew that celebrities go through!! I always thought that celebrities were perfect people with no flaws!!! Even though I am older than you I definitely look up to you!!! Keep being inspiring love you Crystal you’re the best!!!🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
This episode most definitely hit home for me 😭 Thank you for sharing your story with us we love you so much 🙏🏽🙌🏽🤍
We love you girl. So beautiful inside and out with and without makeup just glowing. Girrrlllaaaa I love your soul real bad !!!
This episode really blessed my whole entire soul. Thank you Crystal a million times 🥺🙏🏾❤️
Crystal , thank you for being so Open , Real , and Raw . You are so freaking Gorgeously Beautiful without makeup . I lost my Mom at 11 years old so I truly feel you on that . God has truly Blessed you rather you know it or not but I'm sure you know . And girl you can truly sing , no you can sang . Love you Crystal ❤💯👵🏽 Stay Bless 🙏🏽 and Safe 🌷😇 young lady
Good morning Beautiful thank you for being you this hit home I was always told that I will never be nothing I'm the black sheep of the family I'm 59 yrs old I have 3 Daughters and 7 grand children I didn't Raise my Daughter's the way my Mom raised me. I was called a Bitch soo much I refused to call my daughter that. I still holding on to the past 😢it hurts I'm still trying to be better.. Crystal you are a God sent you give me hope I love you and keep me in you prayers❤🙏🏽😢
Thank you for sharing this part of your life. I thank God for allowing the rest of the work to see Crystal true God given talent, while staying faithful and trusting while she gains the wisdom and knowledge for God assignments on her life. You, Mr. Perry and many others are a blessing to see your growth. So proud of what He is doing in all of your lives. I pray that this segment blesses someone else to don’t give up. You quoted, “I know the plans I have for your life scripture. You are a testimony of Philippians 4:6-7. You are living it. So many people are watching you right now. You personality on and off is so amazing. Thank you, Thank you for sharing your testimony with us all. Keep rising.
You’re such a blessing to us right now. I’m praying for your continued coverage and growth! Amen
Your living is in your giving. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 That's good. I needed to hear this.
Hi crystal you literally just said my life story
A young girl from a small community in Africa grew up in a religious home and restricted to do a lot
it was as if God wanted me to see this video because I’ve been hard on myself
God has kept you....WHEW!!! I'm so glad you chose life inspite of bot feeling good enough❤
26:06 - Let's hear that beautiful voice, Crys
Thank you, so much for opening up and letting us know the true you❤️❤️❤️You are a survivor and your Mama in heaven is very PROUD of you, in addition to your Dad and bonus Mom. I love that you don’t hide your relationship with God, continue to walk in your BLESSINGS!