This Is Actually Happening 369: What if you lit yourself on fire?
Jul 1, 2025
The podcast explores a gripping tale of resilience born from trauma and abuse. It highlights a speaker's turbulent childhood shaped by loss and addiction, leading to moments of despair that culminated in a suicide attempt. Discover how healing through severe burn injuries became a transformative journey, impacting relationships and fostering self-reflection. The importance of self-love and acceptance weaves through this narrative, offering insights and support for those navigating their own challenges.
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Early Childhood Trauma
- Crystal lost her father at age two when he was killed by a drunk driver on the freeway.
- This early trauma marked the beginning of her chaotic childhood with substance abuse and family struggles.
Childhood Sexual Abuse
- Crystal was sexually abused by a cousin from ages nine to thirteen while her mother struggled with addiction.
- Fear and shame prevented her from telling anyone during this period.
Setting Self on Fire
- After relapsing hard on drugs, Crystal doused herself with chainsaw gas and lit herself on fire.
- This act was meant to repel her abuser and escape her mental anguish.