You Make Me Feel Like I Won at Life | {THE AND} Ciboney & Kienan

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Ciboney (she/her) and Kienan (he/him) are a couple with an age gap, but Kienan provides the support Ciboney needs that he wouldn't have been able to provide if he were her age. Meanwhile the couple discusses how their different stages in life affect their financial and creative career goals.
We'd like to thank Ciboney and Kienan for participating openly & vulnerably in our project. We appreciate what they've shared with us and hope you do as well.
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Executive Director | Topaz Adizes
Director | Nick D'Agostino
Cameras | Nick D'Agostino, Ashika Kuruvilla, Ariel Fahey
Producer | Mériem Dehbi-Talbot
Associate Producer | Sydney Laws
Special Thanks | Fiona Whitney
With The Participation of | Ciboney & Kienan
You Make Me Feel Like I Won at Life | {THE AND} Ciboney & Kienan
#TheSkinDeep #Couple #AgeDifference

[@SethDelRey]

I know these two in real life, some of the best and amazing beings I’ll ever know

[@gutbag]

Yay-yuhhhh

[@RoseXo]

you're lucky

[@makebacunningham6795]

So cool

[@Tina-eb1hz]

Of that I have no doubt! They seem like wonderful people!

[@desiraemuhlestein1763]

Me too! Cibby's a childhood friend of mine and it makes me so happy to see that she's happy.

[@goldiejomanifest8447]

She has an amazing skin complexion

[@jr-bc9rj]

Yasss. Skin tone in equilibrium ❤🔥

[@TheSpeechQueen]

She does! I look at her and see African and Indian.

[@mindpainsakaniceguy3704]

@@TheSpeechQueen WHAT. I see her as a HUMAN BEING not anything else an with a BEAUTIFUL HEART.

[@aishaahmadu2204]

@@mindpainsakaniceguy3704 💀💀

[@mindpainsakaniceguy3704]

@@aishaahmadu2204 ? Americans gotta stop looking at race an this is the reason why AMERICA will never move forward cause they see race instead of looking at a people like HUMANS BEINGS but brainwash people with their racist Media to more to hate on.

[@jacquelinestephenson323]

I don't think I would have even noticed the age difference if they didn't bring it to my attention. They look good together.

[@natashabrooks4188]

Same

[@valsam9218]

I noticed the age difference before I played the video. He looks much older. I thought that was her dad. They seems like an amazing couple.

[@breonnacarter7326]

He is clearly much older than her. They’re cute but let’s not lie

[@astoldbymayaba7279]

Right!???

[@taylornorth3637]

@@breonnacarter7326 💯

[@Birdienez]

"Having you in my life, feels like I already won" I love this. Finding someone that loves you as much as you love them is truly rare.

[@jkhilah13]

Rare is and understatement

[@teecharee6069]

Ain't that the truth

[@malikaa9899]

Facts

[@yogamuslimah]

That statement brought me to tears . I hope they spend a lifetime together!

[@candyart5067]

Yes, it is rare to have someone love you as much as you love them. I was blessed to have a husband like that for decades until he passed. He was like a rare gem that can't be replaced.

[@devinelove6873]

“You make me feel safe “ That’s what love should feel like .

[@musicsweet2833]

Yes 😊

[@soleil4418]

I'm a cynic, but damnit, this is really sweet.

[@danieh2982]

Yeeeessss!! Agree!

[@potatochip4202]

Yessss! 💕

[@Jasmiyn123]

She's beautiful and he seems cool asf. They are a perfect match

[@Browneyezish]

Totally agree!!

[@Tiara-yg7vl]

Indeed.

[@thatobaloyi6194]

How is it possible for a person's skin tone to be this perfect?

[@SpritualMickeyGemini]

seriously.

[@zayidm3218]

What I learn from this is that when dating younger you have to be patient especially when the younger one has less experience on life. He is patient with her because he has been where she is. He is not acting as a father but as a friend and partner.

[@leolucky7570]

Factssss

[@reallynow7718]

@Joseah go away with your negativity oh my god.

[@franciaoconnor673]

@Joseah Believe it or not that is what you are looking for in a partnership a friend, confidant, and love, acceptance. When leaving parents...👍🙂

[@reallynow7718]

@Joseah leave the Bible out of your evil agenda dude. Go touch some grass maybe you might get a Lil sunshine in your life.

[@francescamarie3053]

I know everyone is going off about their age difference, but I feel like there is something between them that you can tell they respect each other. It's refreshing and safe.

[@teniaosayande6355]

THIS is a main point many overlook. No matter age, culture, status, etc. Respect goes a very long way

[@INDIGO.GODDESS_573]

Right. And she CLEARLY IS AN OLD SOUL..

[@AmarisOIkimi]

She is so gorgeous omg

[@sonquatsch8585]

the more u look at her the more gorgeous she becomes.

[@summersky9823]

Absolutely Stunning

[@JenBabyJen]

She’s beautiful 🤩

[@Marshay]

She is

[@Joyinthemorn]

Exactly 🙌🏾

[@jadaamphy2186]

I don't understand how a person can watch such a loving warm video and only have negative things to point out.

[@kmoore320]

Bc they are negative n miserable themselves

[@Agnes-nr7do]

Their way of communicating is on another level! The chemistry they have is so beautiful!

[@alyce9494]

Yeah, I can imagine they sleeps talking with each other and pick up from where they stopped the following day😊😊😊

[@INDIGO.GODDESS_573]

RIGHT WHICH IS ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLY IMPORTANT.. LIKE IT'S A MUST.. THAT MIST COUPLES DON'T EVEN HAVE.

[@visionaries.incorporated]

He LISTENS and she does too! This is so amazing ❤️

[@jacquelinestephenson323]

Yes, when you have two people who really listen, it's a beautiful thing.

[@Tiara-yg7vl]

Indeed.

[@jaz6789]

They need a youtube channel, they’re so dope and she’s so pretty

[@kalon6169]

Yes plsssss 😍

[@ms.rebecca2752]

Nah KZbin would mess this up. Yes we want to see more because there aren’t many non toxic relationships represented.

[@jaz6789]

@@ms.rebecca2752 True Ms.Jamie Smh

[@ells80]

@@ms.rebecca2752 Agreed. Not everything beautiful and interesting b should be made into a something for the world to consume on social media.

[@maple34230]

How do you meet someone and develop such profound intimacy? Its beautiful to see. Can't imagine how I get from my single self to such a healthy partnership

[@BarestTruths]

Ugh my same daily internal struggle,

[@ambercherise2391]

Time, patience, mutual respect, and sushi. 😊

[@onisolb]

It's simple. Just share yourself, let yourself be vulnerable, share thoughts you wouldn't share with anyone, share emotions you wouldn't share with anyone. Share your life and with the right person you'll get the same you give.

[@flowersforreal2026]

It's really beautiful honestly.

[@INDIGO.GODDESS_573]

@@onisolb ...."WITH THE RIGHT PERSON". IS ABSOLUTELY KEY... MIST PEOPLE ARE WITH THE "WRONG" PERSON..

[@marbiejay6184]

“Some people search their whole life for what I have with you and I’m only 22”🥺😭🥲 This was such a beautiful conversation 💕🙏🏾 I wish them endless love and happiness 💕🙏🏾🤲🏾

[@marcialarsen8446]

That is beautiful:)

[@INDIGO.GODDESS_573]

YESSSSSS

[@yolandawilson6619]

You can definitely sense the calm between the two. They compliment the vibes of one another.

[@serendipity8715]

Man! Love how he is encouraging her to spread her wings. You can pick any direction and go there. My heart ❤️

[@LisaEverette]

I was already on the verge of crying and when she said she felt comfortable, safe, home, and at peace I lost it. God please bring me someone that helps me to feel comfortable, safe, home, and at peace. And please prepare me to be the most wonderful partner I can be to them. 🙏🏾❤️

[@pearlljewels7330]

Amen!

[@Ericajohnson123]

Amen

[@lucianareginasilvagoncalve7429]

🙏

[@oye1996]

Amen

[@dollymagojo7130]

He said “emotional capacity...” that’s very important to get through things in a relationship. ♥️ love them

[@Realrap2727]

Age difference is significant to me but listening to this relationship shows how much I ought to keep my mind/heart open to such a possibility. This was such a Beautiful sincere Love. It Blessed me to witness.

[@SullyQ1]

I ❤️ this comment!

[@funnyanimals878]

Compartable,safe,home,peace 🤔i wonder if I'll ever have that😣 I'm happy for her

[@monicareisman9785]

You’ll have that !! Jus pursue n stay strong n attract whatchu wan

[@valeriecarre8967]

So true

[@Ms19741979]

I'm claiming it for you🙂

[@Worldshottestpariah]

You will speak it into existence

[@trishasmiley]

Her skin 👌🏾 she is beautiful

[@Girlforaction]

I need for them to last. Such a sweet couple. I want an update.

[@onmyway7970]

When they said “separately” at the same time 🥺

[@apolloknight1112]

Ikr! Separately together.

[@Unknown-zk4nl]

They seem so loved by each other, its so frighin refreshing

[@terahenderson8089]

I agree they make a good couple

[@Joyinthemorn]

Gives me hope💓

[@zayidm3218]

Compatible. These two are compatible and love each other

[@sophiaatn5339]

Wow she really loves him... youth is an amazing thing

[@jusplay7309]

And he said: “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 18:3

[@hiwagusu]

Honestly, the age difference, don't care, they really look like they love each other, and that's sooooo great ♥

[@lasupremapersonal615]

She has a beautiful color 😍

[@sharecanefflen9526]

She is so mature and they truly know how to communicate with each other. They are beautiful together. This is so me and my mate.......

[@TheBooka2001]

When she mentioned the whole career thing I completely feel the same. Im 20 and I prefer to date men around 22-24 but even that feels like a huge gap because stereotypically they’d be graduating college and entering the “real world” where as I’m in school working fast food and feel lost. I completely understand where she’s coming from.

[@grliee]

They are so in sync with each other. So cute

[@pattiemax5911]

She's so friggin' gorgeous, I can't stop looking at her.

[@bribhoney]

The whole "i havent been motivated" that hit me hard. That has been my recent college years.

[@TephaRhi]

I love that she let her tears drip and didn’t wipe them away immediately

[@africanqueenmo]

I don't like to see mucus

[@dennygo9433]

@@africanqueenmo It is nice to see a black woman vulnerable . She does not need to be strong all the time.

[@theresahackforthat5239]

@@dennygo9433 black women can be vulnerable and wipe tears and mucus lol

[@ayarikiyo2178]

@@dennygo9433 wow...

[@lakep7798]

Wow, how GORGEOUS she is!! And that skin is just flawless...

[@evaadams8298]

These two say “like”a lot 😂😂 they must really like each other!.....

[@malikshwehdi1210]

Waiting for someone to write down the amount of times she said “LIKE”

[@caribbeanqueen4867]

It was like so like annoying like 😂😂

[@TheRealHeavenlyHands]

@@malikshwehdi1210 🤣🤣🤣🤣their so sweet though

[@TheeMrsGrinch]

They should do more videos with these 2. Like Keisha and Andrew.

[@lakep7798]

This comment tripped. Me. The heck. Out. Because my name is Keisha. I was like, wait WHAT? 👀😯‼️ (Note: The original post had just said “Like Keisha and her husband.”) Then I realized you were talking about Keisha and Andrew...😅❤️

[@neh1063]

Yes. People spend their whole lives never finding that one😔🥰

[@leximakeupful]

Awe that kiss was sweet at the end. I got butterflies for them, it makes me happy seeing all theses beautiful couples.

[@leximakeupful]

She is soooooo gorgeous!

[@Baruch1girl]

This couple has love underneath thae surface that just springs out. I wish them all the best in their life together.

[@cierraword6056]

Seems like she could really blossom if they stayed together.

[@jr-bc9rj]

She is so gorgeous ..... he is talking and am still watching her

[@DMKC]

They literally complement each other and their energy is welcoming. This was beautiful.. Thanks The Skin Deep for this one!✨💙

[@jvhunt6319]

She is stunning😍

[@cestmoi5702]

She’s so sweet. I understand the peace she feels with him. I search for the same. I felt uncomfortable with their relationship at first.

[@gabbym333]

Same.

[@pfb74]

I recently tried to reconnect with an ex that I wasn't interested in spiritually anymore and I literally felt the disconnect for me. Makes me realize there is a chance that you connect well but I personally feel like real love is "indestructible" and we did not have that. This video made me think that if this is what a real relationship even slightly appears as then I was playing house for two years. I'm very happy for them. This was a pleasant watch. Thanks skin deep

[@maryhollis72]

The way he looks at her when she smiles . . .

[@cardion411]

This channel gives me so much hope for humanity. What a beautiful couple.

[@cocosexc2106]

They both say "LIKE" a lot. Her more so. I think he has been around her so much it is creeping into his speech pattern.

[@imanwilliamsflute]

But also “like” is a filler and they could be anxious. Y'all dig too deep lol.

[@lovinglife9023]

If I had to it all over again I would have married someone older. There is so much competition in marrying someone your age. Everyone wants to be seen and heard and there’s no acceptance. And way too much growing up to do

[@sincerelysandi]

You are speaking the truth.

[@ms.ladysanders3939]

No matter the age of the person, they have to be mature and understanding.

[@claudetteclarke8437]

Yes so true

[@hightopv1352]

You can feel the PEACE between them. Wow.

[@elizarobertson6494]

I’m pretty sure that’s my fifth grade teachers daughter. I remember her coming into our class and I thought she was so cool

[@s.lastname1624]

Her skin: GLOWING!

[@roandunn7783]

I love this so much. I just started an interracial age gap relationship and I'm the older one. This just makes my heart swell 💗 Sometimes you just find that near perfect piece.

[@rODIUMuk]

hope it is still going well

[@RONNIELA400]

This is so lovely!!!!! Makes me wanna be sure to remain non-toxic!!!!

[@DeeplyDivinePodcast]

I love their love. So organic.

[@ilhuicatlamatini]

This was an interesting one, age gap relationships seem much more common these days but I have wondered about the actual connection in them. It was nice to see that it can be this deep and balanced. Wishing them lots of luck and love💗 .

[@amelirachelmcqueen]

OMG Why did I fall in love with this couple immediately.... like I want them in my clique! LOL

[@maceylee1719]

She's a very beautiful young lady. He's handsome they seem to have a lot in common and can communicate with each other very well. Bless you both and your relationship.🙏🏿🤎

[@consciousanfesiashapsnikof8688]

She is beautiful and intelligent. He's handsome too. They mesh well.

[@nakialindsey5684]

Both are nice looking people ☺ and seem very compatible for each other much love💖 and success in life.

[@NoName-hu8ju]

🥰🥰🥰These two are the sweetest couple.... you can feel their love for each other.... it’s authentic...I started 😢 crying

[@Kay-yy1jw]

I’m over here crying like a baby. Absolutely love this🙏🏾❤️

[@jdavis8631]

I have never felt like this in a relationship for long. I hope to get this one day!!

[@dgaines6781]

Closed caption turned her, “like you are the pure, like the most purist person I know...” to “like you’re the peer, like the most peer it’s person I know...” I had to rewatch it and turn the volume up. This was one of the best interviews I have seen from this channel.

[@boldandcourageous4176]

I LOVE THE SKIN DEEP but Dammmmn it makes me feel so lonely 😞.

[@natashabrooks4188]

Same😩

[@ALABRASILIANA]

For real lol, I just sigh and think "I'm gonna be alone forever, but I'm glad some people have healthy loving relationships"

[@jamaalcombest5751]

They are cute but I can’t imagine going out with someone who was grown when I was born

[@rODIUMuk]

we dont know how old he is though

[@starkitty14]

I love them!! May they continue to be safe and happy.

[@ukuma1]

I love his calm aura! She feels understood, I can see. LOVE both of them. (Maybe because I also love age gap)

[@sadiabruce9560]

"We still got so much time to grow..."

[@yogaqueen1527]

They look so opposite. I love it!

[@VictoriaGabrealla]

I wish I could have this with the person I love. 21 year age gap but he's too scorned from the past and doesn't believe in commitment. So I had to leave and move on.

[@sonquatsch8585]

same story here. if his childhood/past hadnt b efft him up wed have definitely made a great couple. his past turned him into an ass tho

[@elena123456789101112]

He probably doesn’t believe in commitment with you. If a man wants you he will do everything to have you. Don’t settle for someone who is “ afraid of commitment “ or “ don’t want to commit at this particular time”. You’ll be wasting your time and life waiting for them to commit.

[@VictoriaGabrealla]

@@elena123456789101112 Exactly why I moved on. I know my worth and what I'm worthy of.

[@elena123456789101112]

@@VictoriaGabrealla facts! Girl I was in the same situation before. I’m happy you moved on.

[@sophiaatn5339]

@@elena123456789101112 BOOM

[@Nicole-London]

When she described the love she has for him and how he makes her feel I cried cause that's what I want to feel 😥

[@Femmefatale32000]

She needs to work on her feelings of worthiness, because you are worth it!!

[@londonhasfallen7786]

Beautiful talk. I am 22 as well, this is a relationship I envy. They both just listen and care for each word.

[@JanniqueB89]

The relationship you desire will come hun. Just keep building the best relationship with yourself and EVERYTHING will fall into place when the time comes.🌻🌻🌻

[@londonhasfallen7786]

@@JanniqueB89 Thank you! The pandemic has made my belief in self-love all the more true! There is no way to let in others without accepting oneself.

[@JanniqueB89]

@@londonhasfallen7786 very true!!! Be grateful that you have understood and gained this wisdom at your age. Some take many years to realize this.... some never come to the understanding. I wish you well on your journey ✨✨✨

[@londonhasfallen7786]

@@JanniqueB89 You too, but it sounds like you are doing pretty well! There is great wealth in self discovery! That sounded like a fortune cookie, but I just mean you seem successful by knowing and truly understanding yourself.

[@krysj_]

Same here!

[@hollibrooks7350]

I absolutely love them together

[@indiansummer9977]

I did notice the way that she talks but I would’ve never known that they’re not close in age , both are beautiful still

[@MsShura]

Age is only a number, souls meet when they are to meet. to heal, to unlock, to grow and expand the shared homeostasis so that they can know even more of themselves. Bless you alls connection and communication. Continue to be so loving and unconditional and organic. Beautiful

[@spiritualtruths8]

Age is nothing but a number.These two are truly amazing. Their communication is fantastic and I love how they speak their truth. You are given ideas for a reason. Keep them in the forefront of your mind and continue to work on them until they become reality.💜

[@keepitsimpleydb6151]

To find your one. At 51 - I am seeing that it is the inner character that makes the person. I ALWAYS prayed for someone good. The best people are the one's that dont lead with. How can you make me happy, rather what can I do to make your day?

[@Ohmylantaa]

I love age gap relationships! (Only if each party was 18 years or older when the relationship began.) 💕

[@SS-lb5dk]

Hahaha that disclaimer was so necessary

[@nardinit]

I don't mean to be pedantic but you're ok with an 18-year-old and 50-year-old but not ok with a 17-year-old with a person a few years older?

[@Lawrence_Femi_Ikenna_Odedina]

Now that is a smooth ass save LOL

[@nmoomoo]

@@nardinit yeah I’m okay with age gaps as long as both parties are in the right stage of life. Like 25 and 35 - both are working or 35 and 55. Not 18 and 50 - that makes me uncomfortable.

[@moons4363]

What your ethnicity? 💕

[@l1saz]

Love when I see this channel's notification

[@ninaoglesby2133]

She is one of the prettiest women I've ever seen. She is gorgeous. Natural beauty!

[@mathildeb2710]

HEYYYY SKIN DEEPERS!!! Wait is there a term yet for this fam. I love both their energies and how they listen to each other :)

[@jewelj7507]

Skindeepers! Love it. Yaaas

[@dionwrites8561]

Team Skinny deepers lol

[@mathildeb2710]

@@dionwrites8561 lmao I love that!

[@nzungu7773]

Don't put a label on us. **Kidding**

[@Apixi]

This!!! What a lucky young old soul💕💥I was mature at a young age but I didn't have the emotional support in my life to have created such evolved relationships. Maybe now that I've found myself, you'll find me to. Just when my jaded self was about to click off I heard their sincerity. So grateful I let my heart lead me here💖

[@winniemakory4516]

Wow, Beautiful, so much love. This is the kind of video you watch and feel like true love still exist. You guys look perfect together.

[@anitaumakhihe257]

Y’all are projecting in the comments and it’s weird. He doesn’t even look that old. He really doesn’t look over 40. Leave them alone and stop being so rude

[@cleopatramyers6134]

Thank you!

[@rODIUMuk]

he isn't over 40 though

[@kharlalightfoot7878]

They’re both smart but giddy and cute! Love this couple.

[@momintech2]

she's so pretty. I really like her.

[@katherinebraxton5068]

I love these lines of questioning. It really peels back the layers of each person's personality in the relationship.

[@Tina-us1tr]

It’s good to have an older man, more grounded and settled. Because younger you still gotta train em and learn. She still has a lot to learn but if he is patient. They’ll be fine

[@dnd1007]

Their vibe is SO amazing. Love these two.

[@flowersforreal2026]

There's a amazing sense of security here. I don't even know if it can be put into words, but it's beautiful.

[@kitzyqueen3753]

This was so heartwarming to watch. I wish them both a long love ❤️. Who is cutting onions 😭😭😭😭😭🥰😍

[@Advisorblogger]

This is great he seems so cool and she is stunning. I hope they keep going

[@buhlendwandwe8495]

She is soooooooo beautiful being this perfect beautiful should be a crime lol and her Skin tone 😍😍😍

[@Psalms1126]

Love has no color. This is beautiful.