Author and Life Coach Crystal Phillips Wants You To Know That You Are Enough With Her New Completely Transparent Book, ‘You Are Enough’
Crystal Phillips is an author, life coach and certified yoga teacher who wants you to know that you are enough. With her new completely transparent book, ‘You Are Enough’, she dives deep into self love and understanding as the keys to becoming your best self. We had the pleasure of interviewing Crystal for insight into what drove her to write this book, her goal for readers, and how we can learn to build up our own sense of worth.
Crystal explains that her main goal for writing You Are Enough was to help others understand the importance of loving themselves unconditionally. “I wanted everyone who reads my book to really feel like they are enough,” she states. “Too often we forget just how powerful we are as individuals and I want to remind people of that.” She goes on to talk about how the book is broken up into sections based on “themes of self worth, understanding our value, and accepting ourselves as we are”.
“I think it’s important for all of us to realize that nobody else has the power to decide our worth,” she says. “We have to learn to accept and appreciate ourselves from the inside out. That’s why I wrote You Are Enough—to give readers a toolkit for getting back in touch with their own sense of identity and worth.”
What inspired you to write “You are Enough: True Transparency When you own, use your voice, you own your power”? I discovered a few years ago that I write more devotionals to encourage and uplift others. I wanted to see a devotional book that had devotion, prayer, and note-taking—things I had never seen in a book before.
Could you provide an overview of the main message or theme of your book? Being able to speak the universal truths about life.
In your book, you emphasize the importance of owning and using one’s voice. Why do you believe this is crucial, and how can individuals empower themselves through their voices? Our voice is priceless and valuable. It’s how we interact, shares, discovers one another’s characters, and express our feelings.
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I’ve been journaling/praying for as long as I can remember. It serenates my mind and has given me peace-filled days. This inspirational-filled journal is packed with lot of guidance specific to different situation. Writing is therapeutic for me, hence my vision for ‘You Are Enough’ [true transparency] journal/prayer devotional book was created.
I realized you don’t need perfection to journal or pray. ‘You Are Enough’ [true transparency journal] makes it easy for others to meditate and maximize their God given potential. It’s a place of discovery, learning and expectations; seeing the benefit that comes each day as you journal and pray. It gives mental balance and makes you in tune with yourself.
Whether you’re an early or late riser, you can still journal and pray effectively. Time is not to be considered when on a path to discovery and self-investment. Journaling and praying doesn’t have to be hard but a safe place to be honest and be yourself enough to pour out from your heart on paper. Journaling needs no perfect writing abilities because no one will read it but you.
It helps manage anxiety, reduce stress and cope with depression, improves your mood by helping with fear and concerns. You will be able to recognize triggers and learn better ways to control them. One day you can look back through your journal and prayers to see how far you have come. Keep your journal/prayers positive, encouraging, motivated and it will help you approach each day with good vibes.
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“You are Enough” implies a message of self-acceptance and self-worth. What advice or insights do you offer to readers who may struggle with feelings of inadequacy or low self-esteem? I have to remind myself every day that God made me special and different and that no one else can duplicate what God has given me the ability to do or take my place in doing it. God formed me uniquely different from everyone else, which makes me very precious in his eyes. Your self-worth and esteem are increased by accepting to appreciate and learn about your inner self on a regular basis.
Transparency is a key aspect of your book’s title. How can practicing transparency positively impact individuals’ lives and relationships? It impacts lives because you are willing to be open in your faults and healing to become a better person. Not just with People but with yourself and God. Transparency is speaking the truth on personal life lessons and experiences.
Could you share a personal experience or anecdote that inspired or influenced your writing in “You are Enough”? Between 2009 and 2010, I lost a lot of dear family members, which completely altered my life. As my health deteriorated, I felt as though I had nothing else to offer or contribute in order to bless people.
Throughout the book, do you provide practical strategies or exercises for readers to cultivate self-empowerment and own their voice? Can you give us an example of one such strategy? A few of the daily devotions are meant to be read aloud while meditating or praying. It makes you more conscious of the potential that God has given you. Plenty of writing space is provided to express what you’re learning and understanding about yourself to become a better version of you as you are reading it.
In today’s society, where individuals often face societal pressures and expectations, how can someone maintain their authenticity and still feel empowered? I’m seeing it firsthand and learning how to keep my attention on myself rather than what society thinks I should be doing. Keeping in mind that you are an individual and should stick to the path that was carved out specifically for you. Doing your part in the world to inspire those who need it.
What challenges did you encounter while writing “You are Enough”? How did you overcome them? It was difficult for me to allow my words to be changed or altered while still keeping them as authentic as I could. Even though I had an IEP for special education and my English isn’t very good, I can write things that will comfort, love, and assist people who need light reading. No matter how difficult things become, consistency is my best friend. You can’t tell me no because God will send someone my way to assist me in achieving what I am unable to.
How do you hope readers will be positively impacted or transformed after reading your book? I’m hoping they’ll realize how much peace of mind they have the more they read each page, write in a notebook, and meditate. Start looking for balance and maintaining self-awareness for a healthy way of
Can you speak to the importance of vulnerability when it comes to embracing one’s true self and finding empowerment? It’s critical for me to maintain my humility and be open-minded so that I may speak honestly about who I I maintain my openness so that others may be inspired by my life because of my humility.
How has your own journey towards self-acceptance and embracing your voice influenced your writing and the insights you share in the book? Always carried paper and a pen. It’s where I found my voice and penned down the things I once felt but couldn’t speak aloud to anybody else, before discarding it. The more I wrote, the more I realized that other people might have similar emotions or be struggling with the same problems I was.
Are there any specific authors or books that have inspired you in your writing journey, or that you would recommend to readers who enjoyed “You are Enough”? The devotionalist and teacher Joyce Myers inspires and encourages
Do you have any plans to follow up “You are Enough” with additional books or related projects? Yes, Naked and Not Ashamed I Am is another 31 Day Devotional release May 3rd, 2023
What advice would you give to individuals who are struggling to find their voice or feel empowered in their lives? Discover your value as a person and start realizing your What you were created and gifted to do, not what others demand of you. You should start realizing how unique you are and how important it is for the world to see, hear, and experience what you have to offer.
How do you balance sharing personal experiences and insights in your writing while still maintaining boundaries and privacy? Understanding that not everything should be said since you don’t want to offend anyone. Instead of being critical or judgmental in my work, I try to be encouraging and uplifting.
What do you think sets “You are Enough” apart from other self-help or empowerment books in the market? There aren’t many devotionals available that will accommodate learning, having space to jot down your free-flowing thoughts, and having quiet time to write down your daily prayers.
Are there any key takeaways or lessons from your book that you would like to highlight for our readers? With God’s support and assistance, you can accomplish anything you set your mind With the You Are Enough- True Transparency Journal, you can take your medication and solitude any time of day.
As an author, what has been the most rewarding aspect of writing “You are Enough”? It makes me happy when readers express how much the book has benefited their
Is there anything else you would like readers to know about “You are Enough” or your writing journey as an author? Take your time and don’t rush anything if you’re serious about writing. Don’t let others share their ideas on how you want your book to be seen. Don’t alter the approach you know to have been given.
Recognize the criticism, continue to grow as a student, and maintain your humility at all times.
Thank you for choosing ‘You Are Enough’ {true transparency journal} journey/prayer as your daily inspiration to be your best self.
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