The Truth About Body Positivity

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2 ай бұрын

What words do you use to talk about your body? Are you more negative than positive when it comes to acknowledging what you see in the mirror?
All of us have at least one thing about our bodies that we want to change. Try to focus less on what you want to change about yourself and instead highlight the good that you see.
It is my hope that you can learn to be kind to your body, because it has been kind to you.
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@mikat7365 2 ай бұрын

Chrystal!!! Just this past week, I've been telling God how I need Him to help me 1. Have self-control over my body, 2. Be comfortable in my own skin, while also 3. Seeing the results of my efforts. I told Him that I was giving it all to Him. Then, I woke up to the email titled "Your Body is Good," which led me to this video. I am so grateful for how God chooses to respond to my concerns! Thank you for sharing this message with us ❤️

@SFOM1019 2 ай бұрын

"Keep feeding the truth until it crowds the lie out"🙌🏽🙌🏽❤

@nagashclarke486 2 ай бұрын

I'm a man listening to this and it has blessed me. I have body consciousness from being really skinny for most of my life. I also have a teen daughter now, who I recognize I have to affirm daily about how beautiful she is.

@twilamorrell5870 2 ай бұрын

“Girls/Women and our bodies is a WHOLE thing!” Bars !!!! Especially over 40

@betzaidafigueroa9046 2 ай бұрын

40s has hit me hard on many changes but is all a mindset learning to be content and what I can eat that makes me feel healthy and young. We only have one body we have to take care of it 😊

@mrsheatherteske 2 ай бұрын

Amen, I feel ya at 44

@deborahscott3795 2 ай бұрын

Chrystal this message gets a 100%. Excellent delivery. I love your authenticity. Keep up the good words.

@kimberlywhite7065 2 ай бұрын

Amen to that!! 🎉🙏🏾🙌🏾💯

@user-kd4mz3wb6i 2 ай бұрын

Oh, how I needed this today! I wanted to buy a strapless dress but I will be 71 in a few months and I was wondering if I was too old. I just happened to be listening to you as I was looking at the dress. You just made my day. I am ordering that dress. I do know how to be modest. I am not over weight but I am a pastor's wife. I will never do anything that will be disgraceful to myself and certainly not to him. So again I am ordering that dress! Thank You

@crystalclearvision_ 2 ай бұрын

Oh how I needed every word you spoke. I've been trying to lose weight for almost 10 years. I've literally said I feel like a prisoner in my own body. I was literally talking to God before bed last night about my body and tonight I clicked on your video. If felt like a warm embrace from a big sister. Your words were encouraging and uplifting. I'm so appreciative of your ministry ❤❤❤

@ranaebarker1443 2 ай бұрын

Im here for it!!!! I will tyrn 52 in July. I fought weight all my life ("All my life I had to fight")! When I was in my late 20's I lost weight (size 18/14) them was diagnosed with cancer, weight came back. Lost it again. Got pregnant with twins. Very late 40's I made up my mind for good. I did the work. I hiked Cedar Ridge Preserves, I went vegan, I was 7miles daily, and was started to run (something I didnt think i would ever do). I went from size 24 to size 16 and some 14's ( which was my goal weight.) . For two years I felt free. Then covid invaded my space for almost a month. When it left I not only lost my smell and tasted, but I couldn't walk ten steps withou losing my breath and heart pumping hard. Needless to say I gain ALL back. At this point I'm like, "Child embrace you...get comfortable in your skin...work on good health, not fine body." So, now as a size 24 black woman, Im learning how to love all of me while creating a temple that the Holy Spirit wont be quenched to a confined space with me

@sheflows8085 2 ай бұрын

Chrystal, your ministry is a blessing to the Kingdom of God! Thank you so much for this video...perfect timing! I was doing my strength training workout from home while watching the video this morning. We celebrated my son's birthday over the weekend and I allowed myself to really "celebrate" when it came to breaking bread. I almost felt guilty this morning but, I did not allow myself to fall into a guilt trip. I decided to make my protein shake, and get to my workout and I am determined to stick to my exercise schedule this week. Your insight has shed a new light on appreciating the body that God has given us and being good to it. Keep going Chrystal...you are making a great impact with your audience!

@faithwoods4143 2 ай бұрын

I just this morning said I’m not wearing nothing this summer that’s uncomfortable! Menopause season has given me a belly and HEAT!

@lorraine3525 2 ай бұрын

Our Belief reflects in our Behavior. Renew your mind with Gods truth to embrace who you truly are, whose you are and to see the real you through His eyes not man.

@ashleyhill4777 2 ай бұрын

Let me stop this video at the 17:45 mark because I am NOT about to start ugly crying in these people's place of business. I will finish this when I get off work! I Lord, I thank you for blessing this body to birth the kids that I prayed for and I thank you for Chrystal sharing this wisdom so that I NOW know that I simply need to "sharpen the tool" that you have given me, in Jesus' name I pray.

@TabiEmilia 2 ай бұрын

Thank you Chrystal 🙏🏿😍 I have been struggling in this area😔 God bless you, Ma 💖

@jsmith4049 2 ай бұрын

This is what I needed!! I could use a support group! I was talking with my mom the other day and she kept saying "whe. You lose that weight you'll be able to get in those clothes you bought, etc etc". I then sqid" but until then I'll wear the clothes that look good on me until I lose the weight. I'm not waiting until I lose weight to look or feel good! I'll do it right now!"

@totalbodybeauty4832 2 ай бұрын

Love it, thank you! I'm in the process of loving my body right now after having a child, entering into my 40's, dealing with hormonal issues and a difficult relationship. I'm grateful for what God has allowed my body to do and I'm working to keep her in good health ☺️❤️

@Blossomstastymealsandlifestyle 2 ай бұрын

Thank you Chrystal ❤❤

@AlleenDavid 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, thank you, thank you❤

@DJ_MME 2 ай бұрын

PREACH, girl!! I need to hear this❤

@maryglorysalala6216 2 ай бұрын

You're such a GIFT ❤ Thank you

@darlenesumter4026 2 ай бұрын

C’on sista!

@PRTEEGRL Ай бұрын

I recently returned from vacay in St. Lucia. I felt soooooo good in my skin. I hadn’t hit my goal weight by the time I arrived but I had been doing the work to lose weight and I just felt good. Felt good because I was doing something to change. I wore that confidence all vacation long. That’s body positivity to me.

@tracycrenshaw9215 2 ай бұрын

I can say so much about how this message was just for me; but all I want to say is THANK YOU that my spirit has caught a hold of this!❤❤❤

@ramonasmart1028 2 ай бұрын

Just beautiful! Love the message! Appreciate the pouring. Stay profitable for the kingdom. Sending love to all the ladies as we love these bodies in each season of life. Blessings Crystal Hurst 🙏🏾💕

@naidumcmillan4922 2 ай бұрын

Praise our Lord Jesus for blessings us with this amazing beautiful body this Temple. I always had struggles with my weight. In few weeks I am trying 49 years I am accepting embarrassing and loving myself. Our Heavenly Father said we are perfect and I have to respect His words spoken over me. Crystal thank you I been following you since you came to City Life church in Tampa I think 2 or 3 years ago my cousin bless me to come see and hear you, your are amazing. Love and embrace women. 😊

@user-hv6qc1eb5y 2 ай бұрын

Pray for you alltime

@lajuancausey2952 2 ай бұрын

Thank you soo much, this word. I love this truth you are speaking.

@ashlenealexander7147 2 ай бұрын

Watching this episode, it made me repent immediately and ask God to remove every negative word I've spoken over my body and allow others to do so as well😢.. Thank you Chrystal for reminding us that our bodies is wonderful tools God want to use. ❤

@reneclemons4611 2 ай бұрын

Chrystal, I love you ,I love your words of encouragement, you know exactly how to express the anxieties I'm feeling, I don't think we know how to help one another navigate how to age well mentally and physically ,thank you for reminding us how to treat and appreciate this gift God has given us, you are a blessing to us all❤

@karmenjohnson6078 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for this talk!!! It is what I NEEDED to hear! I will be playing this again til it rests in my spirit! Phew!

@darkenyawebber-tennell262 2 ай бұрын

Thank you sis. Amen

@samarramiller2225 2 ай бұрын

Wow amazing My cousin sent me this and I didn't even tell her how I was feeling this morning. Thank you for your kind words

@lauracastaneda2550 2 ай бұрын

So needed to hear this! I live in Hawaii and agree I am much more fun to be around when I feel good 👍🏼 n my clothes. I went on a journey and lost 180 pounds but in the last year I seem to be on a return trip and stress has been real and iI am 80 pounds back to where I started. I agree that the positivity of body image starts with realizing my body is a temple and I need it to do the things God has put me on this earth to do.

@sisterpatroach320 2 ай бұрын

Hello Crystal, Listening to you talk about the school shopping brought back the memory when I was ages 9-13, we shopped at Sears, the chubby section. It was frustrating for my mom and me. I could see the frustration and on occasions she made comments because the dresses would be hiked up due to my hips. She did tell me as I got older that I was pretty. It was nice to hear that from her, but I so craved hearing that from my dad. I am 67 and so thankful for the way the Lord made me! I am responsible for my weight and has made some changes in what I eat ( have a sweet tooth), but reminding myself from the word that I am fearfully and wonderfully made blesses me so. I agree that it is a good and kind thing to compliment my sisters and I do, but will be more intentional in doing so. Thank you for being a conduit for the love our daddy shares on your podcasts. I appreciate and love you although we have never met. Enjoy a fruitful day and week. Warm regards, Ms. Pat

@marvitasteward4814 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for teaching and sharing. This is blessing me.

@dominiquegreen3674 2 ай бұрын

This is LITERALLY an answered prayer on wisdom needed in guiding my four daughters in this area. Thanks Chrystal!

@ChrystalHurst 2 ай бұрын

Glad it is helpful intel!

@joycemarsh2261 2 ай бұрын

This is good! I needed this today. Thank you Chrystal for your insight and godly wisdom.

@alwaysabob8962 8 күн бұрын

I know this is an older video but the content is evergreen! Thank you for making it. God bless you! It helped me very much.

@crystalmora5641 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this message Chrystal as a mother of 5 I was so uncomfortable with all parts of my body but today I choose to love my body I am his creation and he makes no mistakes God bless you ❤

@user-hv6qc1eb5y Ай бұрын

Pray for you alltime Camille punch godblessing alltime

@luciemccree1833 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, Chrystal, for this talk. I've been fighting up and down weight issues since I was a little girl. Listening to you helps me so much 😢❤. How to love ourselves and take care of our bodies.

@missmlb3842 2 ай бұрын

Thank you❤❤❤❤❤

@sharriettefinley467 2 ай бұрын

This is right on time. I needed this so much. Every word hit me. Thank you for sharing a real word on body positivity.💯🦋🌷

@ladiesofiron 2 ай бұрын

I Love you Chrystal 💜🥰 Thank you💎🎁🙏🏽💪🏽👏🏽 Love, Lady T

@a.i.f.k.2273 2 ай бұрын

Yup sis Chrystal never mess around with these topics❤. Thank you

@hellomrswalker 2 ай бұрын

Every video you put out is so good. I needed this and glad it was on the Home Screen. 😊

@cynthialaeger4846 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, precious girl!!! This is incredible!!! I needed this!! ❤

@lasondrasmith6907 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing this, Mrs Chrystal!! This means so much and is truly so inspiring on all levels♥️

@tlmickle4983 2 ай бұрын

I appreciate this beautifully encouraging and uplifting message. Needed to hear this more than I realized. Extending blessings and grace to everyone as we fully embrace and love our wonderful bodies.

@lolalove2903 2 ай бұрын

I listened twice and plan to share with others. Thank you for sharing your amazing gifts.

@NaturalJam22 2 ай бұрын

💛💛 yes, so important to love every phase of us.

@songofjoy446 2 ай бұрын

Saving this for the next time I need to hear wisdom, be uplifted, and be encouraged. Thank you 😊 It’s comforting to hear this out loud and also read the comments knowing I’m not alone thick or thin.

@sfn8483 2 ай бұрын

What a blessing. What you said about how your mum tried to tell you about nutrition etc is so me to my daughter🥹I am taking this on & Lord help me to use my mouth to speak life into her! God bless you!

@SarahsDaughtersofFaith 2 ай бұрын

Chrystal you are your mom's wisdom and your maturity roled into one. God bless you. Thank you for walking in the grace God has given you and being present in this season of transition for MANY. ❤❤❤❤

@shannong.9742 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the inspiration Chrystal. I still struggle with being body negative and it doesn’t help that menopause is trying to take me out. Like many, I could probably talk your ears off about all the reasons I have to find fault with my body, but instead I will simply be grateful that God sent this wonderful message through such a beautiful soul.❤️❤️

@rochellebell9613 2 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@dorothygillenwater5170 2 ай бұрын

Thank you great message with positive energy words.❤

@celesterobinson4950 2 ай бұрын

I feel you on packing for trips and say to myself no one knows me I don’t know them.. and I’ll probably will never see them again. I feel you Crystal!! Omgosh!!

@RelyonthewordofGOD 2 ай бұрын

I needed this.

@camilleharris402 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, thank you, thank you for this Chrystal. Not only was this right on time for me, personally, but also I have a 6 year old daughter whose body shape is similar to what you described as a child and it's already a chore for me to find clothes for her. So you reminded me that I need to be mindful of what I say and how I behave with respect to her body because she is listening and watching ❤ Thank you!

@shirleybrewer4210 2 ай бұрын

I love you Chrystal,thinks for those WORDS.❤❤

@nojo99 2 ай бұрын

I needed this!!!!

@cissacs1 2 ай бұрын

You're really like the big sister that I need!! Every single time you give just the right things to say for me. I appreciate you and your ministry! ❤❤

@ChrystalHurst 2 ай бұрын

Glad that the content I'm sharing is helpful to you!

@daynajohnson7264 2 ай бұрын

Thank you 🙏 ❤️

@marikareynolds4048 2 ай бұрын

Good word!❤

@sharonrobles4866 2 ай бұрын

Good word, I understand. I also went to Hawaii and wore whatever I wanted to wear. I was free to be me.😊

@charmaineoates751 2 ай бұрын

Hey Chrystal!!! Happy Memorial day! You look great and fit. Thank you for promoting a healthy life style and for my mental motivation. Funny thing sitting here at the toyota dealer to check the car out after they did an oil change and it's running worse now. Keep your car don't get anything else til it won't go ... Thank you for the motivation. God bless you friend!!!

@kaleahacosta723 2 ай бұрын

Well said and timely word!! ✨ A half dozen people came up in my mind that I had to share this with before you were even finished. Encourage one another just as you are doing. 👑 Cheers to living free and giving words of life...🍇Thank you!!

@alvinastarks3051 2 ай бұрын

This was a wonderful reminder! Thank you for sharing in a practical, God- loving way ❤❤

@user-tn8wz3te2r 2 ай бұрын

This is such a good message...in so many days.❤

@kjenkins3939 2 ай бұрын

I really needed to hear this. God has “turned the page” on my life and I’m seeing my life in a new and refreshing way. I thank God for His healing and it does start with the” His Word” about me 💕🙏🏾

@marikareynolds4048 2 ай бұрын

Yes

@christywalker401 2 ай бұрын

That was an awesome message. Instead of loving our bodies, we try to live up to society expectations.

@betzaidafigueroa9046 2 ай бұрын

Yes!!! Love the ending 😂🎉❤

@patriciaterry5539 2 ай бұрын

Amen!

@patriciaspence2852 2 ай бұрын

Awesome thank you.

@brainsNbeauty727 2 ай бұрын

This was right on time! ❤❤

@dorothywelsh100 2 ай бұрын

❤this podcasts is going to be my go to encouragement,🎉🎉🎉🎉

@ChrystalHurst 2 ай бұрын

Good! Save it!

@rejoicenyashamupazviripo5418 2 ай бұрын

Chrystal how your podcasts are always on time for what I need to hear ❤ I love my body and I dress it well elegantly and yess I love to try new things ❤️ Happy and free in my own skin 😀

@ChrystalHurst 2 ай бұрын

Glad you are happy and free!

@user-hv6qc1eb5y Ай бұрын

Godblessing you

@tammyhairel 2 ай бұрын

Crystal!!! That’s some GOOD STUTTHHHH!!! All women need to be reminded of these things! Some amazing truths! Thank you!!! Love you, girl! ❤

@maksmakomo 2 ай бұрын

I have been struggling in this area. Thank you for this encouraging message.

@ChrystalHurst 2 ай бұрын

Welcome!

@lenaluz2794 2 ай бұрын

Never would I have thought you were 50. Never!

@karendaniels653 2 ай бұрын

Love it ❤

@user-vn5vc9yr6g 2 ай бұрын

Amen

@calawa8500 2 ай бұрын

F.R.E.E.D.O.M. So let it be!!! And it is so!!!

@giftsonyou501 2 ай бұрын

Ok Coach Chrystal 🎉

@debracrockett5386 2 ай бұрын

Good podcast! We are fearfully and wonderfully made!

@ChrystalHurst 2 ай бұрын

Yes we are!

@mrsheatherteske 2 ай бұрын

I had a different shape too, I remember shopping in the adult section or bigger size area quite young and I too had a bigger chest than others. Even after 40 I struggle. Amen to the fact that regardless of what they look like, these legs get us to church

@leahmcgowan8057 2 ай бұрын

❤

@user-hv6qc1eb5y Ай бұрын

Pray for you Camille punch

@user-hv6qc1eb5y 2 ай бұрын

Pray for you alltime godblessingyou

@betzaidafigueroa9046 2 ай бұрын

Yup after having baby’s I’m stuck in the same weight long process trying to make changes in my diet cutting sugar due glucose intolerance. I’m learning the new me in the 40s meaning what I eat in my 30s I can’t anymore. I feel sick, sugar high, headache omg help me Lord haha

@Therootedhome2019 2 ай бұрын

I’m listening and I’m from Cookeville, TN. I worked at Penney’s. I wonder if that’s where y’all stopped! How funny! Cookeville has grown so much in population 🤣🤣🤣

@ct580 2 ай бұрын

This was the best podcast ever. I went thru the same when I was young. I was a majorette and my uniform was the only one that had bust marks....

@ChrystalHurst 2 ай бұрын

Awww thanks! Glad I'm not the only one. I was in the flag core. That uniform...

@cynthiahillian 2 ай бұрын

@@ChrystalHurst At least you didn't have a home made uniform as a cheerleader because there wasn't a size for me in the catalog. I'm a woman of a certain age.. And it's still a thing... This is so so so helpful!!!

@cynthiahillian 2 ай бұрын

And nobody does care!! I was in Capetown and it was so freeing... N O B O D Y CARES!!!! let's reject the lies of the enemy.... You need to take this message on the road... Naw! I'll do it 😉

@zerubabel777 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for this message, Chrystal. I heard someone use the term body "neutrality." I also like this term, as (to me) it means my body is what it is and I don't need to perseverate over how I look.

@ChrystalHurst 2 ай бұрын

Hmmmm... that'a a thought! I'll have to look that up!

@msroro3127 2 ай бұрын

Crystal, being the coke bottle girl all my life I always hated I had to safety pin my dresses of I could look modest. Like you I hated school shopping. Still to this day I don’t like clothes shopping. When you said Cato, I hollered cause that is my store and funny thing is my sister and I go there to shop. Thanks for your encouraging words. I decided along time ago to be Cato Cute & Comfortable.

@LornaAnnMcCabe 2 ай бұрын

So true, my body doesn’t work due to ms and menapause , being housebound bedbound etc, for ten years from size 10 uk until not size 18 , God loves me and I will enjoy this body and live right eat exercise etc but I am still alive and kicking,

@alphaandomega1332 2 ай бұрын

😊.

@a.i.f.k.2273 2 ай бұрын

Anyone else wondering what “ufelufuness” 😂mean. It sounds just funny. Oh boy This was such a blessing to me. Thanks again. Just came back to ask about the ufelufu…😂