Crystal Jackson
Bio
Crystal Jackson is a former therapist turned author. Her work has been featured on Medium, Elite Daily, NewsBreak, Your Tango, and The Good Men Project. She is the author of the Heart of Madison series and 3 volumes of poetry.
Stories (44/0)
My Life on the Tightrope
My life is a high wire, tight rope act performed without a net. It’s a circus complete with clowns and a car with too many things and too little space. It’s a contortionist act of reaching the toy fallen just behind my seat while navigating traffic.
By Crystal Jackson2 years ago in Poets
How to Love Your Luscious Life
I have not been having my favorite year. Like everyone else, I’ve been trying to make the best of it, but also like everyone else, I’ve had my own share of grief and discomfort. But I keep reminding myself that this year still counts. We’re still living it — even if we’re not quite living it in the way we wanted when the year first began.
By Crystal Jackson2 years ago in Motivation
You Are Exactly What You're Seeking
Sometimes, I wish I was an easier person. There are times when I long to be less intense, less driven — when I long to turn the volume down and just rest. I have a deep need for security, and lately, I’ve been asking myself what it would take for me to feel more secure in the life I’m living.
By Crystal Jackson2 years ago in Psyche
A Hot Mess Mom's Guide to Mindful Living
It was pouring down rain, and I’d just wrapped up my work. I’d promised myself I’d keep my work to the hours my kids are in school, but they were deep in a Harry Potter movie I’d seen a million times, and there were a few tasks I could stand to get out of the way. So, I did. Then, the movie ended, my work wrapped up, and the sky was falling.
By Crystal Jackson2 years ago in Families
