From Poverty to PhD A Resilience Story. Over $670K in Scholarships & Beyond.

Crystal Harrell, a Yale PhD candidate, bestselling author, motivational speaker and academic success coach, shares her inspiring journey, beginning in challenging conditions with nine siblings and overcoming personal loss. She has mastered resilience, leadership, and human potential while leveraging education to escape poverty, securing over $670,000 in scholarships. In a deep conversation, she delves into cultural preconceptions and personal encounters regarding natural identity. Specifically, she discusses her journey of embracing natural hair in the Black community, influenced by her late father's teachings and her own acceptance. Crystal's journey has brought about a transformation in her life, which includes transitioning to a new business and plans to promote natural beauty practices on her revitalized YouTube channel.