Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Crystal Campbell. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Crystal, appreciate you joining us today. Was there a moment in your career that meaningfully altered your trajectory? If so, we’d love to hear the backstory.
In 2017 I was in a financial rut and I lost my health. I was 233lbs with high blood pressure, taking medication for depression and anxiety and I suffered with chronic joint pain and fatigue. I hadn’t taken good care of myself over the years, and the physical demands of my job were becoming too hard. I knew I had to make a drastic change to my lifestyle or I would lose the career I worked so hard for, so I began my self-care journey. I met a trainer who introduced me to the keto diet and I began to incorporate daily cardio at the gym for my exercise. I lost around 50lbs in 9 months and my health issues disappeared. Excited about feeling and looking better, I decided to try bodybuilding and crossfit. That decision ultimately led me to winning my first bodybuilding competition in February 2021.
My experience has taught me that self-care is the best healthcare and it’s what inspired me to create Divine Self Care LLC. All of my services are aimed at helping people find the right process for taking care of their mind, body, and spirit. It’s a movement as much as it is a business.
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
I left the finance industry and became a bodyworker 14 years ago. I started Divine Self Care LLC in 2018 in Katy, Tx after working in franchises and a pregnancy center. I offer holistic therapies such as massage, cupping, and assisted stretching for pain and tension relief. I also do Body Contouring, which is a way to lose fat and tighten the skin without surgery. I provide fitness training, food planning and self-care education to my clients.
What sets me apart from other practitioners is that I was my first client. I understand how overwhelming it can be when a person wants to improve their health but they don’t know where to start. At Divine Self-care LLC clients will find simple, safe self-care solutions that fit their budget and lifestyle. I take care of the thinking so they can enjoy the journey.
Can you tell us about a time you’ve had to pivot?
I’m actually in the middle of a pivot right now. I love the field of bodywork and I will always work in the industry, however, I’m most passionate about educating. I just received my certification to teach massage students and I’ve just recently started teaching self-education courses to share my expertise in holistic living. I want to empower people to be curious enough to learn how to give themselves what they need so they can become the best version of themselves. I draw my course material from 15 years of training, multiple certifications, and trial and errors from my own experiences. My teaching touches on topics such as how to beat emotional eating, detoxing for sugar addiction, and planning to eat well throughout the week. Right now the classes are offered virtually via Zoom and later I plan to expand them into seminars, retreats, and community/corporate spaces. Stay tuned!
We often hear about learning lessons – but just as important is unlearning lessons. Have you ever had to unlearn a lesson?
When I started my business, I felt like I had to offer discounts and specials in order to get new clientele and referrals from existing customers. I wasn’t confident enough to expect people to pay my full prices, and as a result I actually hurt my growth because I was devaluing what I had to offer. After a lot of reflection and inner work I realized that I had a scarcity mindset that I learned in childhood. Although my parents did their best, there were times when we just didn’t have enough money or resources and those hardships made a strong impression on me. As a result, I didn’t believe that the abundance I saw other entrepreneurs enjoying was available to me. It was a really hard thing to face, knowing that I was sabotaging my hard work because I had a flawed belief system. It took a lot of prayer and speaking affirmations to deconstruct my old way of thinking and I’m happy to say that I don’t hesitate to share my full prices with customers now. I know my services are worth it.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.vagaro.com/divinebody
- Instagram: @divinebodysc
- Facebook: @divinebodysc
Image Credits
@rlshotme
@darrinstevensphotography