Style Is Medicine: Crystal Anderson’s Joyful Closet | Closets

[@StyleLikeU1]

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[@Truthandlove4]

“Sometimes thoughts are just thoughts” Accurate. I am a therapist and I teach this. I applaud you for speaking your truth and being vulnerable.

[@lkofie6670]

INDEED...I also studied counseling though I don't practice it. I've learned so much during my internship and realized that a thought doesn't have to equate to an action which this concept tends to freak people out or make them more anxious or afraid. Yet, the thoughts are a mere reflection of the illness...it's only a thought and it was great to see the relief on clients' face as they learn how to cope with these thoughts and/or know when to reach out to their support team.

[@lovepilie]

I agree so much. Even my therapist didn't know that... I thought I was a monster for a long time, until I realized these thoughts... were just thoughts. Did not represent me, nor my values...JUST thoughts, that apparently had a road going through my brain !

[@christinedoherty4883]

“When you can’t heal, purpose is enough” …. So true, this made my cry, what an incredible woman, I am so grateful she decided to share her story, she will be an incredible mom ❤️

[@missbodo4566]

"a bad day doesn't mean a bad life"... Thank you so much for this idea... I will repeat to myself when I'll need it.

[@GratitudeGriot]

I’ve felt conflicted by the cliché “thoughts become things” especially dealing with ruminating and obsessive thoughts. I love Crystal’s perspective that “thoughts are just thoughts” and their closet too 😍😍

[@evajohnson9234]

anyone else sobbing??? what a spiritualizing video and conversation - thank you, for many many reasons

[@emilyimanideangel]

Re: Negro League patches, Honoring ancestors with clothes. I like that and I agree fashion is skill, a talent, a love and a reason to come outside and be alive. I ike this "closets" series . The dialogue is so poetic 🥰

[@annemoore5453]

Crystal Anderson you ARE a mother, your generative energy is felt clear over here on the west coast. I am so grateful for your voice and story and applaud the entire team for bringing this forward but most especially you for the strength to be authentic.

[@viqtoriabush4418]

I love Crystal and her style so much, but what really gravitate me to her is her experience with mental health. I am 21 and queer and black and I have been struggling with my mental health, and I see so much of myself in her. She's an inspiration to me.

[@wannad8290]

This conversation was sage. I saw and heard myself in Crystal’s story. Transparency really does heal.

[@hotpinkrock]

I have to say I have been coming back for years and years watching your closet series, and I am so so glad they have come back. Letting us visit people's nests - especially folx where safety wasn't always easy or a guarantee - is so radical and powerful. How you've elaborated on this series is beautiful. Thank you for this. xx

[@lkofie6670]

Yes because the closet series feature the most eclectic, unconventional, most passionate, and unique individuals in their domain presenting and showcasing their style through and through.

[@lindahind2205]

I’m a old Vic’s-gender white woman and I see myself in the this lovely young woman when she speaks of her mental health journey. I’ve been fighting this battle on and off for 60 years. Thank you for your thoughts, Ms. Anderson.🤟🏻👍🏻

[@lindahind2205]

Apparently, KZbin doesn’t recognize “cis-gender”!

[@lindahind2205]

Wondering what Vic’s-gender is? Maybe that’s what I am!

[@purseypurslane]

@@lindahind2205 what does 'cis' mean?

[@lindahind2205]

@@purseypurslane It simply means that I identify with the female sexuality I was born with. Have a great day!

[@Swameh]

@@lindahind2205 gender, not sexuality. Just to clarify for the readers 😁❤️

[@expressiveartstherapist7829]

"What holds me up is knowing there is someone who sees themselves in me. And if you see something in that, take it". This episode was so moving to me! I love this woman. And I will take it. There is so much beauty, and depth, power and kindness in seeing someone claim the whole of themselves and then offer it back to the world in the form of color and expression and creativity. Thanks so much for this!

[@goldengrace2833]

I get so much from the episodes when you go to people's closets. Style really is medicine. And individuality is inspiration.

[@purseypurslane]

Me too, I couldn't agree with you more! Something about seeing how others live, and their closets and style of clothing and home decor shows such individuality!

[@loislane9831]

This is the first time I’ve heard a person like me speak about their dark thoughts. The uncontrolled nature of it and seeing them as thoughts. For what it’s worth, your experience speaks to me. Thank you Crystal.

[@yb32]

As someone who has struggled with OCD in the past, it feels SO GOOD to watch this video. People with OCD are presented very poorly in pop culture and I felt ashamed in the past because in my mind, having obsessive thoughts was what made me unrelatable, undesirable, and uncool. But here is Crystal, proving the exact opposite. It must have been so hard for her to share her darkest thoughts and I want to thank her for being so courageous and making me (and others) feel less alone.

[@lesedigololo7485]

I love how authentic her style is, so inspiring

[@kagisomogorosi8110]

Sometimes, the 1st step to show up truly authentic, is how you present yourself. Wearing the colors, shaving your head, wearing the tight/baggy clothes. Sometimes things aren't "just things".

[@Mia-sp8jc]

I loved this segment and listening to such a beautiful and aware Queen. This Queen's closet is an amazing museum. Articles of clothing have meaning. personal, cultural. Clothing can transform us, comfort us, underline who we know ourselves to be. Clothing is powerful.

[@MisssPrissss]

I came to the comments to say how much I appreciated the rawness of Crystal’s honesty and how much I related to so much I related to so many of their experiences, right down to my biggest dream of being a mom. Sometimes that dream feels at odds with being a black queer person, but thank you Crystal for adding to the flame keeping the dream alive

[@tiabarring]

Courageous young lady! So deeply thoughtful, transparent, honest, and self aware. May your family grow from the profound seeds you’ve planted…

[@kimberlydavis5034]

I have complex-ptsd, major depression, anxiety and ocd. I have loved fashion since I was a little girl. I'm 45 years old and I love fashion. For me fashion is personal and a unique way to express my inner creative side. I will always love fashion. My own personal style and my own choice of what I want to wear that day. You're a genuine beautiful strong woman and an inspiration for others. May God bless you in abundance.

[@lilithowl]

Love her style, her passion, her vulnerability

[@San-zm8kj]

as a 22 y/o brown woman with anxiety, this makes me so heard and seen. You are already an icon and a mama to so many of us, Crystal. Thank you so much for this.

[@breezluize3282]

She is profoundly, breathtakingly beautiful. Stunning. Captivating. Elegant. Interesting. I appreciate her very existence.

[@itsthenovelette]

"Sometimes thoughts are just thoughts." That's so helpful! As well as being strong enough to get help. That's how I had to learn to, and am still learning to, cope with my OCD.

[@sheemakarp6424]

That Gullah Geechie inspired outfit was 🤯 and the flawless design integrated so fully with her beauty & style - this ALIVE 🙇🏽‍♀️🙏🏽❤️

[@iHONEYLOVERFRIEND]

This video was recommended and wow 7:57 was everything for me “sometimes when you can’t heal, purpose is enough” and I felt that on a spiritual level. Thank you Crystal for showing up as the person that I needed in that beautiful moment. The epitome of blessed to be a blessing and I Stan. ✊🏾

[@yugoslava6409]

It makes my heart sing when I see people with such a superb style. I am so tiered of seeing what MSM impose on us and what they consider beautiful and trendy. Your guest is the epitome of beauty in every sense of that word. Love, love and love her sophisticated esthetic. And she seems like a beautiful person inside as well! 💜

[@birdwingsyoga]

I related so much to Crystal! I currently have turquoise hair and can't leave the house till my outfit is EXACTLY the way I feel. Much appreciated, great video!

[@nostalgikid8197]

I missed this closet series!! You guys do such a beautiful job of incorporating higher meaning to these types of videos rather than just exploring a closet. Thanks for this one

[@beth3471]

I am neither black nor queer. I’m not as young as you. My heritage is not based in The South. Yet, I do see myself in you - in your creativity, in the joy you take in just getting dressed, in your need to simply be yourself, in the warmth of your lovely smile. I see myself and I think I’m not traveling alone. Thank you 🙋🏻‍♀🙏🏼

[@Eereenah]

Oh, those soulful eyes! They speak volumes.

[@absolutelyfab]

I have followed Crystal since her days at ManRepeller. Very inspirational on so many fronts. And the epitome of dopamine dressing! Thank you for this episode :)

[@gnarbeljo8980]

I'm far away in Scandinavia, and just want to say although I've no idea who Crystal is from before, she's the most BEAUTIFUL and inspiring human being I've seen in interview for a very long time! What a closet of wonder she has, of deep meaning, history and artfulness. Like a physical catalog of her ideas, emotions, energy, means of bold and heartfelt messages to herself and to anyone else who's willing to take it in. Crystal will truly be a wonderful mother one day. Thank you for sharing this with the world! ♥️

[@mabelmercado1001]

“Crystal” U R LOVED U R ENOUGH U R An IMAGE of the MOST High God U R a QUEEN U R a Child of God ❤️😘🙏🏼😇

[@wendimanuel-scott1077]

You have me in tears.....THANK YOU ...thank you for being you, for being real, transparent, brilliant, powerful, creative, fragile, strong, Black, QUEER, and so full of love.

[@naledi.]

Crystal is freaken gorgeous 💛🌻🔥 Her style is EVERYTHING!!!

[@purseypurslane]

these are my absolute favorite style of video, the ones showing their home decor and closets -- somehow they manage to soothe, energize and inspire me! Please do more of these, I love getting to 'know' a person through their environment!

[@browncocoasugahpuff]

Every part of her is beautiful.

[@Melosmom]

I am inlove with how you translate your identity through fashion. Plus i want to esp thank you for sharing your story.

[@edelbutler8027]

Your child, whenever they come your way will experience love & creativity xx Wishing you the best

[@amalgamationtime]

I can’t express the amount of fulfilment your closet series brings to my life. Thank you for bringing this beautiful energy back to us

[@sarcasm176]

Crystal puts everything together so effortlessly. Looks great! Truly a talent

[@eloisemarie5219]

Radical joy. I love her. She brought such joy. I loved her space and her dedication to going forward.

[@indiabilly]

Thank you Crystal for letting us see your space, I am in awe of you and your awesome style

[@morecherries333]

I love Crystal. She’s brilliant. You have interviewed so many brilliant humans. I LOVE the work you all are doing on this platform. This is so powerful and feeds my soul in ways I cannot express. Thank you!

[@ansn1989]

The way that this has saved me today! Your words made feel like I’m not alone and it’s ok to be me.

[@shawnwashington1778]

This was so helpful! I have a friend who is battling with depression who is the black queer woman and this story really gave me hope for my friend. ❤

[@aroangelique]

You're definitely the person I needed to hear today! Getting real with my tendencies and looking to seek help/support for some of the topics included here 🙏🏾 thank you for sharing ✨

[@uniquelybeautiful85]

Peace and blessings. This is me! I have never really met anyone like me like this woman. Im grateful to have come upon this.

[@heyyysamara]

I have been watching Style Like U since the very beginning and this is literally one of my fave interviews. Crystal, you are a light and a goddess! Thank you 🙏

[@preciouspeters4039]

Love her… she’s beautiful inside and out 🧡🧡

[@domoniquep2176]

I absolutely love you and Keish! Thanks for sharing and it was so cool to see you featured on here!!!

[@kamilledeas6890]

I love this entire video so much. Its special to me cause as an alternative "weird" person in South Carolina I feel like there's just not enough people like me here. Like everybody wears pretty similar clothing compared to like New York or LA. It's comforting knowing I'm not alone and there are people here who have interest in fashion like this!!

[@debcambria665]

Listen, I'm white and mentally stable and I love crazy style, the creative outlet, the comfort of feeling comfortable. You gave me courage!

[@chiquilanero1443]

Thank you for your transparency Crystal . I can so relate to you ! I’m 🙏🏾with and for you .

[@bronzecigar]

What an absolutely beautiful soul. This was such a treat to watch. Thank you ✨🥰

[@sissyjupe1414]

So happy to see the closets come back!! Thank you for holding honest space for these stories. 💛💛💛

[@punkybrewstar83]

Everytime I see one of these videos, I feel it is like the first time that I am seeing somebody so similar to me in media. BUT this one is by far the most of that... a whole new level. I just- yeah- ngā mihi nui- this was incredible.

[@theyb_]

my heart feels so full everytime I watch one of these videos. thank you so much for the content you create, the message you spread and the effort you's put in. also, a big thank you to the people who share their truth and vulnerability with us, it's truly inspiring and reminds us to live in our truth, embrace all of who we are and take care of our physical, spiritual and mental health 💛 we all need that so words can't describe the gratitude I have to see content like this thriving!

[@vanessaleighl7093]

Tears of Joy!

[@patriciacanale9273]

She is FLY as duck! Love this and Her!!!!

[@behoney00]

Obsessed with her style!!! 🤎🖤✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨ Seen and heard 💎💚⭐️💫

[@noelle4551]

So glad you got help! You are a beautiful human this world needs more people like you!! I feel like fashion is my gift as well and know one can take that away❤️

[@livefashion2168]

I love her she reminds me so much of myself which no one else understands but it makes sense to me.

[@scherrytree]

Been there! Diagnosed with postpartum OCD that manifested in intrusive thoughts. Nightmare. But now my kids are 28 and 31 and are blossoming. In this case - meds work! You are beautiful.

[@guywithaplant]

Such an authentic and genuine human being.

[@enns5366]

That smile of hers is just Magic

[@HighlyFavor3dWon]

This was a beautiful display of self love, I pray for her Baby. What a beautiful Woman ❤❤🌹🌹🙏🏾🙏🏾👑👑

[@Dancinstarburst]

I love Crystal! Thank you so much for your vulnerability. This interview is my favorite by far. 💜💜💜

[@pixiebomb28]

Currently in this phase of my mental health/spiritual journey in terms of trying to unlearn the idea that loving fashion is bad

[@cynthiamoore258]

I just stumbled upon this. You have to be one of the strongest people I have ever encountered! Oh and also the flyest!!! Hope you are blessed with everything you dream of! ❤❤❤

[@FairRozamund]

This was great. I'm so glad the Closet series is back

[@agaobi573]

Crystal, your personality is as gorgeous as your style 🤩 Thank you for everything you said 💓

[@MrSincerity88]

I’ve been struggling mentally and this was a good reminder for me to keep going. Thank you

[@gingera4316]

LOVE HER ALL OF HER!!!❤️❤️🌻👍🏾✌🏾🍁

[@user-cv2us3kj2s]

Loved her!!!!!! Thx you for interviewing Crystal!!!! Sooo authentic 💙 Tonya

[@stephaniefranco4862]

Beautiful and so much wisedom!! Keep going you beautiful soul, we are cheeering you on and sending you all the healing loving energy!! The Universe has got your back and so do so many of us 🫶🫶🫶❤

[@rainbowdustinvasion]

So many different kinds of beauty were displayed in this video

[@beatricemcclelland7999]

OMG!!!! This video was so inspiring. Inspiring to be yourself in mind, body and soul....and in fashion of course. I share the thought of fashion as medicine also. I would add a bit of art to that. Crystal YOU ARE AMAZING!!!! GO GO GO !!!!

[@Hephzibah_n_beulah]

I see myself in her.. My sense of style is evolving and is so important to me

[@laurenjmsmith]

Oh my heart is full after watching this beautiful video💕🙏🏾

[@xomuzikaldivaxo]

Amazing human- deeply resonant

[@marlowelzea]

Wow, thank you. All of this and you resonated deeply.

[@minettegrocott4018]

What an amazing person, so glad that you featured her.

[@salvatorethomas9546]

U betcha this is your talent. And it is indeed a talent. And so intrinsically intelligently executed. You work hard on yourself. So inspiring m'lady.

[@Dogmachic]

This is truth: love, joy and sorrow; beauty and fear; grace. This is being.

[@alkhemiegypt]

What a wonderful, creative, fascinating, inspiring person! Thank you. 🙏

[@fruitsknack6948]

Thank you for sharing this video. This lady is awesome and gorgeous.

[@LK-252]

What a gorgeous wonderful person.... so honest and gutsy and STYLISH :) Fingers crossed for you being a Mum.

[@Goldyntuch]

💜💜💜💜💜💜 A Beautiful Inspiration You Are, Crystal🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 Gratitude!

[@IsisOya]

My name is Crystal too. Yellow is My Colour as well and yes, it was made for Black Women. Crystal Anderson is my spiritual twin! Love this. Clothing is medicine.

[@LiftedPRinc]

Made me cry. Brought me joy. Well done 💜 and to all my Howard U friends and relatives... #UKNOWWWW 💪🏽

[@szenka43]

Closet interviews are so so so special. 🥰✨Thank you!

[@sherrytaylor3042]

Stay Strong! You are such a Beautiful Young Lady😊✔️🙏🏾😊💕Sherry Chicago

[@kahluaqueen]

Pretty woman - very quirky colorful style! Luv it!

[@annmariebellamybartholomew1020]

She is so so authentic

[@pixiekmoon544]

I loved watching this episode. What a truly beautiful person. I hope one day their dreams come true ❤❤❤

[@ToffeeBeauty]

Thank you Crystal! You helped me by sharing your truth. You are amazing in so many ways ❤️

[@yazmuses]

Thank you for being so transparent and open about this