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The Truth We’re Taught to Hide
By, Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com From an early age, we’re conditioned to polish our pain, to wrap our truth in pretty packaging. We’re told to be strong, to move on, to forgive without processing, to smile through the breaking. But hiding the messy parts doesn’t make them disappear—it only buries your power. Unfiltered doesn’t mean…
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My Little Dog Tidbit, Who Helped Heal My Broken Heart
By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com When my world felt like it was falling apart in the middle of 2020. I met one tiny yet furry little soul that I appropriately named Tidbit after she settled into my arms at five weeks old. She slowly healed my broken heart and finished mending it piece by piece.…
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Real Women Cry, Pray, and Keep Going
By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com We live in a culture that celebrates strength, success, and “having it all together.” But real strength often looks different from what we expect. It’s not about pretending everything’s perfect—it’s about embracing our emotions, leaning into our faith, and pressing forward when the road gets hard. Here’s what I’ve learned…
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What a Healthy Relationship Looks Like
By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com A healthy relationship isn’t flawless—it’s built on intention, respect, and the shared desire to grow together. Whether it’s romantic, familial, or platonic, these core elements point to genuine connection and lasting joy. 1. Open and Honest Communication Speaking Your Truth You feel safe sharing your thoughts, fears, and dreams without…
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When Trust Is Shattered: Healing After Betrayal by a Loved One
By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com Betrayal by someone you love feels like the ground slipping out from under you. It’s not just disappointment—it’s a deep fracture in your sense of safety, worth, and reality. Whether it was a partner’s infidelity, a friend’s back-stab, or a family member’s deceit, the pain cuts deep. But while you…
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I Am More Than My Past Mistakes
By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com There was a time when I believed my every misstep defined me. Every “I’m sorry,” every choice I regretted, every moment I wished I could rewind—those were the chapters I replayed on loop. But I’ve learned that our mistakes are not our identities; they’re merely signposts on the road to…
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My Pain Had a Purpose All Along
By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com For a long time, I asked “Why?” Why did I go through so much heartbreak? Why did I stay in a relationship that broke me down piece by piece? Why did my body have to battle a disease that nearly stole my life? Why did I have to feel so…
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Walking With God Through The Fire
By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com Some seasons of life feel like fire — scorching, relentless, and consuming. It’s not just one thing going wrong — it’s everything. The heartbreak. The sickness. The betrayal. The silence. You look around and wonder if anything will survive the flames. I’ve walked through that fire. I’ve felt the heat…
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Actions Speak Louder Than Words — Always
By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com You can tell me you love me a hundred different ways. You can say all the right things, make all the right promises, and whisper apologies like poetry. But if your actions don’t match your words — I’ve learned not to believe you. Because words are easy. They’re cheap. They…
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How I Found God In My Hospital Room
By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com It wasn’t a church. It wasn’t during a sermon. It wasn’t even a moment of praise. I found God in a cold, sterile hospital room, hooked up to machines, facing the terrifying unknown of aggressive and experimental cancer treatment. I was physically weak, emotionally drained, and still living under the…
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Good News, Grateful Heart, and a Scene-Stealing Service Dog
By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com Today’s doctor visit brought a lot of emotions—relief, gratitude, and a healthy dose of laughter, thanks to my trusty service dog, Tidbit. First, the best part: my blood pressure was perfect, and my A1C is down! For anyone managing type 2 diabetes, you know how much those numbers mean. They’re…
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Five Minutes of Forever: Seeing My Niece Before She Leaves
By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com Today was one of those days that reminded me how love doesn’t need hours—it only needs moments. Just five minutes. That’s all I had with my sweet niece Jaeci before she left for Virginia. But those five minutes? They were everything. There’s something so powerful about seeing someone who holds…
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Title: Speaking Peace into Your Life—A Daily Affirmation for the Soul
By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com In the hustle and noise of everyday life, peace can feel like a luxury—something distant, fleeting, or even unattainable. But what if we could speak peace into existence? What if it started not with our circumstances, but with our words? The quote from the image above says: “I speak peace…
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Why My Story Still Matters Today
By Princess Crystal of | PrincessCrystalSays.com Some days I wonder if my story still matters. I’ve written about pain. I’ve written about healing. I’ve opened up about cancer, grief, love, survival, and faith. But in a world that moves fast and forgets easily, sometimes I question: Does it still matter? And then I remember— Yes.…
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I Found Purpose Through Pain
By Princess Crystal of | PrincessCrystalSays.com There were days I didn’t think I would make it. Nights where grief wrapped around me like a blanket too heavy to shake off. Moments when cancer treatments left me weak and uncertain. Times when I asked God why me? and didn’t hear an answer right away. But through…
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Why God Still Loves Imperfect People Like Me
By Princess Crystal of| PrincessCrystalSays.com I’ve made mistakes. I’ve doubted. I’ve yelled at God in the dark and whispered prayers soaked in shame. I’ve walked through heartbreak, trauma, grief, and moments I’m not proud of. There were times I didn’t feel lovable—even to myself. But here’s what I’ve learned in the deepest places of my…
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Being A Princess In God’s Eyes Saved Me
By Princess Crystal of | PrincessCrystalSays.com There were days I didn’t feel like royalty. In fact, I felt the opposite—broken, rejected, tired, invisible. Life had handed me more pain than peace. People had left scars where there should have been love. And for a long time, I believed the lie that I wasn’t enough. But…
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I Found My Voice Through Writing My Truth
By Princess Crystal of | PrincessCrystalSays.com There was a time when I didn’t know how to speak up for myself. A time when I swallowed pain, stayed silent in suffering, and smiled through heartbreak just to keep the peace. But then something shifted. I picked up a pen, opened a blank screen, and let the…
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Welcome to PrincessCrystalSays.com: A Kingdom of Real, Raw, and Relatable Truth
By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com Twelve years ago, I had a dream—and that dream became a website and blog that was called PrincessCrystalSays.com. It started with a simple idea: what if there was a place where people could come as they are, find comfort in real stories, and be reminded of their worth in God’s…
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How to Beat Depression: Steps Toward Light in the Darkness
By Princess Crystal| PrincessCrystalSays.com Let’s talk about something real. Depression is not just sadness. It’s not just a bad day. It’s a heavy fog that settles in and makes everything feel harder—getting up, eating, working, smiling… even just existing. I’ve faced that darkness. I’ve fought through it. And I know I’m not alone. If you’re…
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Join the PrincessCrystalSays.com Community: Let’s Grow Together
By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com If you’ve ever read one of my blog posts and thought, “Wow, I needed that,” then you’re already part of the heart behind PrincessCrystalSays.com. This blog was never meant to be just me talking to you—it’s always been about creating a space where we can connect, relate, and walk through…
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How PrincessCrystalSays.com Uses Social Media to Shine, Share & Connect
By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com When I first created PrincessCrystalSays.com, I had no idea where it would lead. I just knew I had something to say—something real, raw, and relatable. What I didn’t expect was how powerful social media would become in helping me share my voice, grow my platform, and connect with amazing people…
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12 Years of PrincessCrystalSays.com: Real, Raw & Relatable
Describe a risk you took that you do not regret. By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com Twelve years ago, I took a leap of faith. No map, no manual—just a heart full of stories and a spark that told me I had something to say. That’s when PrincessCrystalSays.com was born. What started as a simple website…
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Losing My Momma: Like Losing My Big Sister
By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com Some people lose their mom. I lost my best friend, my big sister, and my mother all in one. You see, my grandparents raised me—so my momma wasn’t just “Mom.” She was more like the big sister I never had. We didn’t always see eye-to-eye (okay, we fought like sisters),…
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Survivor, Student, Daughter of the King: My 20-Year Journey Through Cervical Cancer
By Crystal Amon of PrincessCrystalSays.com Twenty years. It’s been two decades since I stared cancer in the face and told it, “You don’t get to win.” I was diagnosed with Stage 2B cervical cancer, and though the journey broke me in ways I can’t explain, it also built me. Into a woman of purpose. Into…
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Missing My Papa: A Love That Never Leaves
By Princess Crystal Princesscrystalsays.com Some people are born into your life. Others become it. For me, that person was my Papa. He wasn’t just the man who raised me—he was my best friend. My safe place. My protector. And out of the three of us kids… I was his favorite. Everyone knew it. He never…
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Being One of God’s Imperfect Princesses
By Crystal Amon AKA Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com Let me tell you a secret. I’m a princess—but not the kind you see in perfect gowns and polished glass slippers. I’m the clumsy kind. The kind who trips on life’s dance floor, spills the tea (literally and figuratively), and sometimes wonders if her crown is even…
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How the Holy Spirit Speaks to You: Is It Your Gut Feeling?
By Princess Crystal PrincessCrystalSays.com Have you ever had a moment where something deep inside told you what to do—or not to do—and you couldn’t explain it? Maybe it was a strong sense of peace in a tough decision, a warning that made you pause, or a gentle nudge to reach out to someone. Many people…
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What Is Eternal Life with Jesus and God?
By Princess Crystal Princesscrystalsays.com Eternal life. It’s a phrase we hear in church, read in Scripture, and maybe even wonder about in quiet moments. But what does it really mean to have eternal life with Jesus and God? Is it just about heaven? Or is there more to it than that? Let’s dive into this…
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What an Equal Relationship Looks Like — And How It Can Help You Blossom
By Princess Crystal | PrincessCrystalSays.com We all dream of a love that lifts us up—a connection where we can grow, heal, and shine. But to truly thrive, that love must be built on equality. Not competition. Not control. Just two souls rising together. An equal relationship isn’t about splitting everything 50/50—it’s about mutual respect, support,…
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