In this episode of Mind Over Matter, we sit down with Dr. Crystal T. Harrell—Yale PhD, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and CEO of The 7% Tribe. From growing up in Alabama public housing as one of ten siblings to becoming a U.S. Army Medical Service officer and earning over $670,000 in scholarships, Dr. Crystal embodies resilience and transformation.
She opens up about the beliefs that carried her through hardship, the power of self-discovery, and why emotional well-being is foundational to health. Through stories of her own journey and those she has mentored, she shares how adversity can be turned into a bridge for growth, purpose, and impact. This conversation is both practical and i...
In this episode of Mind Over Matter, we sit down with Dr. Crystal T. Harrell—Yale PhD, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and CEO of The 7% Tribe. From growing up in Alabama public housing as one of ten siblings to becoming a U.S. Army Medical Service officer and earning over $670,000 in scholarships, Dr. Crystal embodies resilience and transformation.
She opens up about the beliefs that carried her through hardship, the power of self-discovery, and why emotional well-being is foundational to health. Through stories of her own journey and those she has mentored, she shares how adversity can be turned into a bridge for growth, purpose, and impact. This conversation is both practical and inspiring, showing that resilience is not reserved for the few—it exists within all of us.
About the Guest :
Dr. Crystal T. Harrell is a Yale PhD, U.S. Army Medical Service officer, bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and founder of The 7% Tribe. She is dedicated to helping underrepresented students and young leaders access opportunities, scholarships, and tools for personal growth. Her mission is rooted in showing that resilience, self-discovery, and emotional well-being are the cornerstones of lasting success.
Key Takeaways :
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Resilience is innate—it exists within all humans and can be cultivated through practice and awareness.
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Vision fuels perseverance; holding on to a clear goal can carry you through rejection and obstacles.
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Scholarships are both stepping stones and sources of empowerment, unlocking new possibilities for those without financial means.
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Emotional well-being is still undervalued in society, yet it is directly tied to both mental and physical health.
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The biggest gap in wellness is communication—research often doesn’t reach the people who need it most.
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Journaling and walking meditations are powerful practices for grounding and self-discovery.
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Vulnerability and presence can create space for others to find their own strength.
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Mentorship creates ripples of transformation; investing in one person’s growth can impact entire communities.
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Website: https://crystaltharrell.com/
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