Unbelievable story. Any excuses I had before watching this video just went out the window. Smh.

2 years ago i watched this video and was inspired to go on my own debt free journey... I got into debt because of a loved one's medical needs and eventually funeral, now i came back to say thank you and screaming all the way from the philippines...i am debt free!!!

If she can do it, I KNOW I can! She's put me to shame; I have no excuses. None. May God continue to bless Cinthya and her beautiful family!

Single mom here, bawled like a baby too Dave! I will PAY OFF MY DEBT OF 50 000 TOO! AMEN!

Well I just cried like a baby!! What an amazing & strong mother!

Cinthya, you are a true american woman. Take my hat off with deep respect.

My favorite debt free story yet. What a beautiful family. Humble and strong mom and gorgeous and joyful children. God Bless Dave for wrapping them in love.

Seriously what is my problem??? If she can do it so can I! This si the best! Can't stop crying!

I tried not to cry...😢. It didn't work. Praise God!

Cinthya from Greenville, SC was the very first debt free scream I heard on Dave Ramsey. It still brings tears to my eyes when I hear it. How are her and the children doing?

Now I felt that debt free scream!!!!

I love this story...usually it's folks with big incomes paying off debt...and I love her respectfulness and gratitude. A lovely woman...inside and out.

I remember watching this 5-6 years ago. I was watching all these debt free screams to keep me motivated to pay off all of my family debt as we were in baby step 2. Thank you for motivating me. We are now in baby step 6

Beautiful story. Widowed, single mom only making 50k and is debt free. She is an inspiration.

Every time I need motivation I listen to her story again and again. 😢

She's a great woman and she can do anything I'm. Sure her husband is watching a heaven for her and her family.

The was beyond touching. If you're reading this have a blessed day. You can get through it :)

single mom of two, watching this i was encouraged

I live without children, make $50k and can't pay off my home. I guess I have to make some changes to my spending habits.

I listened to this on the radio earlier today. But, to watch it...has brought tears to my eyes. This was such a touching and inspiring debt free story. God continue to give her/them the grace to make each day without her husband/their father.

This lady is a treasure. My eyes are flooded

What a woman. Incredible story. She's an inspiration.

What 5 idiots dislike this video, Bless the hearts of this family on what they've been thru, Now they have a house paid off!!!! This family Is absolutely amazing! GOD IS GOOD!

"Thank you Lord for work that matters"

I just finished my bachelor of science in nursing... and after watching this, my goal is to pay off my student loans and line of credit ASAP!!!!!!! Ugh

I'm ugly crying watching this. So inspiring! And what a wonderful example for her children!

I love Dave being speechless at his desk! He must have been floating up on cloud nine unable to feel the ground for a week or two after they came through his studio!!!! I hope she is happily remarried in God's time - she and those kids would be such a blessing to another good man (her husband being the first, but I imagine this woman's dad and father-in-law are also in that category) - maybe these 3 great kids will have half siblings one day - what a blessing they would be to those younger half-siblings!!

Tears falling! Such an amazing lady. What a legacy she is making for her children.

I have no excuses. I have watched lots of these videos for encouragement and motivation. This one is my favorite. God Bless them.

her humility and gratitude just killed me..

0o0o0 that made me cry!!! Thank you Lord for Dave Ramsey Ministry. Who else is happy that Dave went Broke LOL If he never hit rock bottom, we would of never of heard his Ministry!!!

I watch this video every year around Xmas time to remind myself how lucky I am without debt and how inspiring Cynthia is! She has a great head on her shoulder... Bless her family!!

i admire the innocent kids. lovely family. gald for you

Not only is she superwoman, just watch how her daughter beams with pure admiration and respect for her mom. No doubt it was difficult being that age and dealing with people at school having everything she couldn’t have but now she is just ages older in wisdom.

When she said she cut the electricity off I was like she wasn’t playing out here. She said cut it all off. But she did it! Awesome

I cried!! They are the best story!! I will never complain about this debt snowball!

Just the way she talks about her husband is pure love. This is truly an epitome of what Dave says that you cannot win this battle without your spouse (if you are married). Even though her husband is already gone, he still motivates her and now look where she and their kids are. It's amazing amazing! This is my most favorite debt free scream yet! This is actually the first time I saw Dave actually cried and hugged the person and actually gave something to the family besides Chris Hogan's book.

HOLY SMOKES! I never comment on videos, but this video seriously brought tears to my eyes! I couldn't believe how much her story moved me. I'm grappling with the idea of going back to school (2 years left for a BA), while being engaged, looking for an apartment for me and my fiance, AND trying to remain debt free....all while living in NYC on a low income. It's so mentally stressful at times. You just want to give up on the idea of school (which makes you give up on the idea of making more money), or a wedding and just going to city hall, etc. But I know we'll figure something out. I'm 29 and I know that we just have to make wise decisions. Cinthya's story just shows me how we just need to push and we'll be able to make it.

So, so moving! Perfect response by Dave: Thank you, Lord, for meaningful work. YES. What a difference Ramsey’s make. ❤️

"I don't know how many people made fun of me, but I didn't care". If you look up "strength" in the dictionary, you'll find a picture of Cinthya. She's incredible!

I'm in tears the whole time I'm watching this. I really felt this one deeply my father died of brain cancer when i was 8 years old. My mother raised me and my two siblings by herself with help from family. I'm 46 years old now. What an Inspiration their story is. There's really no excuse not to win in life or be debt free. God bless them always. I would like to thank Dave. He's my father I never had growing up. Thanks Dave for all you do and your team.

not gonna lie I cried a Lil the Lord truly keeps a family strong!!! many blessings to your family

Cinthya you are more then a phenomenal woman... your kids are blessed beyond believe to have a mother like you.

My nose is now plugged and my ears are clogged. I needed that cry. Sad yet amazing story. Many blessings.

I am crying so hard! She cut off the power! My God! What a strong lady!

This is truly inspiring!! The strength and emotion of the 15 year old daughter brought me to tears. Those kid are going to grow up with a bond like no other...

A million likes and tears of joy for this precious family.

Every time I need an inspiration, I come back to this...

The story is inspiring! At the end when they do the scream, you could see that Cinthya is a strong woman. How she screams in the end was very touching. She has been through a lot, and finally made it.

You can hear the sacrifice, the struggle and the triumph. Amazing.

I heard this on the podcast and teared up. When I watched the video, I bawled. Such a strong, determined woman. She's an excellent role model for her children and an inspiration to us all. I'm so happy that she was able to realize her and her husband's dream.

God bless Cinthya and her family for sharing your painful, but inspirational story. Thank God for Dave Ramsey & his team. I have two years before I can do my debt free scream. These video's really do help keep me motivated. This is my go to video when I feel like I want to give up on the program. It will be worth the sacrifices me and my family make. :)

Omg, this is such an emotional story i had to go hide in the bathroom and compose myself. God bless this family.

It did bring tears to my eye. MY the Lord continue to shine blessings and favor upon her and the kids.

Just WOW!!... I couldn't hold back just listening. What an amazing super woman. What really had made me burst into tears, was her debt free scream. I could feel her emotion and he relief. If i could have half of her determination I would be a great role model. Amazing.

I think term life insurance is so important for young couples especially if they have huge debt load and doubly if they have kids. A guy like that could easily have gotten a really cheap term life insurance policy at 28 provided he passed the medical exam.

One of the most inspiring debt free scream. God bless this young lady and her children.

I'm motivated that this is possible! I'm a widow with three children as well!

THIS!!!! WHAT AN INSPIRATION!!!! I FELT THIS!!!

I’ve watched this many times over the last couple of years and it brings tears to my eyes every time. What a powerful legacy this beautiful, strong and courageous mother is leaving for her children. Dennis was an absolute stud of a husband and father with his strength and leadership. I pray for God’s blessings to continue to rain down on this family and upon Dave’s ministry. God is good indeed!

sitting here in my living room crying like a baby. what a truly inspirational woman and such a wonderful role model for those three precious children. blessings to her and her family!

Wow! This was so touching. I cried like a baby. I feel so hopeful and inspired to achieve my dream of debt-freedom and and financial freedom. Thank you so much for your story Cynthia and thank you Dave Ramsey for using your gift, talent and wisdom to change our lives! God Bless!

I always come back to this every time I need motivation. What a wonderful woman. God bless her ❤️

Wow. Cinthya you are amazing! (And yes these are tears running down my face...)

"Thank you Lord for work that matters". Thank you Dave.

Hey... this is to the Whole 3 people who gave it a thumbs down! You will meet your maker and well...Yep, you know!

Someone's cutting onions 😪. My favourite story

Congrats to Cinthya and kids! That was so inspiring! We've been on this debt free journey for quite a while now and that was the motivation I needed today to continue on. Wow. I'm bawling my eyes out - you are an incredible mom!

when the hardship of my own debt free journey is weighing me down, I would always look up this video to give me hope

Recent single mom... I’m so inspired. I will achieve this with the help of the Lord 🙏🏽

every Time I start to get Discourage and I watch this video, I feel blessed and right to being positive.

I was warned though but didn't listen as always stubborn me, didn't get the tissue, now my clothes are soaked! Any excuse, disappointment, pain, dislikes, negativity, that I may have,have just been blown away by this AMAZING WOMAN! I thought I had it rough and now doing better, but this woman just put me to shame in a good way. There are too many lessons to learn that they are just too lengthy to list, but for this family, to experience sudden sickness and unexpected death and still come out as a champion is beyond impressive. She even blew my mind by not forgetting to send her sincere appreciation to those that are important in their journey. God bless you and your family as you continue to win in life and may your husband countinue to smile down on you as he rest in peace.

cant stop crying!! god bless them and God bless you Dave!! Keep up the food work!

Oh my goodness, what a very inspiring story. The tears just would not stop flowing, but there might have been some onions around somewhere, lol. What an awesome Testimony! Very inspired right now. Thanks Cinthya.

It takes a lot to make me cry, but I couldn’t help myself watching this.

Oh wow God bless her family... I am balling my eyes out. She has given me so much hope... No more excuses.

I choked watching and hearing her experience, struggle and triumph. The husband is screaming in heaven as well. God bless this family

Cried. Like. A. Baby!!!!! Omg! This is so inspirational! With the wisdom of God, and the willingness to do it, anything is possible! I’m in Greenville and it’s good to see Greenville put on the map!!

I never cry. But this brought on the water works.

The only video you will ever need to watch on this subject...amazing!

Geezo made me cry like a baby. I should never complain about anything!!

Here 8 years later in 2023 balling like baby 😭😭 So motivating! Definitely going to go hug my husband right now !

I am a whiner, and not nearly as strong as this lady. This is the pick-me-up I needed!

.... & Now I’m crying 😭

I am so proud of her

God bless you Dave.

WOW, Extremely inspiring!!!! Nothing comes easy; hard work and determination is key. She gave me the pinch that I needed.

I watched a lot of debt free screams but WOW this one was deep!

This is the first time I’ve heard this story and let me tell you I am bawling ! What a story!!

This is the best Debt Free story I listen to ever. Such a beautiful family with amazing faith! God bless your family Cynthia.. thanks Dave Ramsey for your wonderful work with people that need it the most!!

I'm in tears. God Bless this family. Watch over them.

I watch this every time I need some motivation. God bless you and your children Cinthya!

Whenever I think I can’t do something I come back to this video. God bless you Cynthia❤️

They had Dave about to cry up there 😭

Saw comments posted here from 4 years ago. I have no doubt this mom is still doing great and is changing her family tree. She will be millionaire sooner than any of us expect.

Wow, I never saw this one. Incredible. Absolutely amazing.

What an amazing story and family. She did this out of love for her husband. She wanted to honor him and keep his legacy. When so many would have drown in self pity, she rose from a horrible situation and made the unimaginable. She is humble, grateful, respectful and extremely polite. May God bless her and may her story changes the lives of many. ♥️

Wow!! Knew the caption said you'd need tissues but boy you really do :) What a powerful and inspirational story. Dave's doing more than giving financial advice. He's living out a God given gift.

Truly amazing! She should be an inspiration and motivation to everyone. Just Do It! May God continue to bless her and her kids!

Is someone cutting onions? The tears are pouring! Great job and such a wonderful, blessed family!