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May 15, 2025 55 mins

Crystal Raye shares her tumultuous life story, detailing her chaotic childhood in Alaska, experiences of abuse, struggles with homelessness, and descent into addiction. She reflects on the impact of her family dynamics, the challenges of teenage pregnancy, and battling substance abuse. Eventually Crystal’s traumas, addiction, emotional pain and abuser overwhelmed her to the point she lights herself on fire. How did she manage to live, how does she live today, and what does she want others to know? You can follow Crystal on Instagram @theburnedthebrokenthebeautiful
TOPICS IN THIS EPISODE INCLUDE abuse, addiction, sexual assault, suicide, suicide attempt, trauma

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