I really appreciate how she breaks down the BALD method, it makes it feel like a viable option for anyone struggling with personal acceptance. It's about more than just hair; it's about embracing your true self. That's an important lesson.

Her journey from wig-reliance to confidence is like watching a phoenix rise from the ashes. She's showing us that true confidence comes from embracing who we are.

Her analogy between wigs and hiding our true selves is thought-provoking. We all have our own 'wigs' to shed.

@JoyelCrawford

Жыл бұрын

Yes we do. Thanks for watching my TEDx talk.

I think her resilience in the face of alopecia is admirable... it's always amazing to witness a woman who has come into her power by freeing herself from the male gaze.

The story about shaving her head and facing her fears at work was truly inspiring. It takes a lot of courage to be that vulnerable in a professional setting.

her bravery in such a public setting is admirable.

Using baldness as a metaphor for shedding our insecurities is powerful. It's amazing how personal transformations can lead to such profound professional and personal growth.

The idea of shedding metaphorical wigs to reveal our true selves is really beautiful. I think there's so often way more to us than we realize because we've never had that encouragement to embrace all the hidden aspects of ourselves.

I think the wisdom in her Bald method is an absolute trove of gems. It's like she's handing us a treasure map to self-discovery.

Hearing about your confidence journey is like watching a masterpiece unfold. It's not just a story, it's a framework for self-empowerment.

@JoyelCrawford

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your feedback and for watching.

I admire Joyel's strength and resilience in overcoming the challenges of alopecia areata. Her journey to self-acceptance is empowering. Let's all celebrate our uniqueness and embrace who we are without hiding behind our metaphorical wigs.

@JoyelCrawford

9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching and for your feedback.

@why-why-why-why1

8 ай бұрын

Sometimes our metaphorical wigs are in place to protect us.

Joyel's bravery in embracing her baldness and advocating for authenticity is truly commendable. It's essential to recognize that self-acceptance isn't always easy, and her talk provides valuable insights on finding the courage to be ourselves.

@JoyelCrawford

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@MediaMediums

4 ай бұрын

Absolutely, sometimes self-acceptance is harder than being accepted by others

Hearing how she overcame her fear and eventually found confidence in her baldness would give so much hope to anyone facing similar issues. It's about finding your authentic self, no matter the external appearance. That's a great message.

@JoyelCrawford

24 күн бұрын

Thanks so much for watching!

I found Joyel's talk relatable and encouraging. Her journey of self-discovery reminds us that true confidence comes from being genuine, and we shouldn't be afraid to let our true selves shine.

@JoyelCrawford

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@COCOtheBRAT

6 ай бұрын

Absolutely, when you're being true to yourself it fills you with a great confidence

@MediaMediums

4 ай бұрын

@@COCOtheBRAT Yesss! Sometimes even bordering on that IDGAF attitude

@MediaMediums

4 ай бұрын

In the best possible way of course lol

I never thought about the emotional impact of going bald. The speaker's experience sheds light on a struggle I never would have otherwise considered

@ProOneBetterThanProTwo

8 ай бұрын

Yeah I don't imagine anyone would just randomly think about that unless they're going through that experience

@MediaMediums

4 ай бұрын

@@ProOneBetterThanProTwo 🤣🤣🤣

Back in my day, we didn't have TEDx talks, but I wish we did! This lady's got more courage than I ever had. Embracing who you are, flaws and all, that's what life's about.

@JoyelCrawford

3 ай бұрын

I think we’re from the same day. ❤Thanks for watching and sharing your feedback.

I love the BALD method she introduces - breaking down barriers by laying out an action plan and deciding to do something about it genuinely useful advice for anyone feeling stuck

Amazing how she turned a personal struggle into a strength.

The way you embraced your authenticity is commendable. Keep encouraging others to ditch their metaphorical wigs; the world needs more bold voices.

I am loving the solidarity within this. It's like a little beacon creating a community that says "you're not alone." Beautiful.

Man the part about her feeling like her identity was in question really hit hard. It really speaks to how much pressure and expectation society puts on us to "fit in"

Her talking about the moment she decided to take her wig off brought such a smile to my face! What a powerful moment that would have been.

I'm glad she said that she's not anti-wig because severe alopecia can be devastating especially for children, teens, etc. It's a personal choice and what the individual is most comfortable with.

@JoyelCrawford

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely! I believe you should never put yourself in a situation where you’re not 100% comfortable. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.

Loved her words about lifting the weight of societal expectations are liberating. It's like she's dismantling an invisible backpack we all carry, giving us the freedom to be ourselves.

Sometimes it's almost like experiencing a hardship or setback like this forces you into self acceptance in a way that people who just amble through life will never have to confront...

Her story is a reminder that our greatest challenges can lead to the most significant growth. Always inspiring to hear someone talking about how they turned their biggest struggle into something life changing in a positive way

Man, your words about self-doubt hit home. We all wrestle with that inner critic. Your journey teaches us that it's okay to kick self-doubt to the curb and own our awesomeness.

@JoyelCrawford

3 ай бұрын

Fabulous! I appreciate your feedback and for watching.

Her journey shows that true confidence comes from accepting and loving yourself as you are.

@JoyelCrawford

Жыл бұрын

Day by day- it’s a process! Thanks for watching.

@imurdaddyforever

10 ай бұрын

This is a really good point but I think there's more to confidence than just that

Joyel's story touched my heart. It's incredible how she turned her struggles into strengths and I love the way this talk encourages us to be kinder to ourselves and others. It's beautiful to think about how the world could be if we accepted our vulnerabilities and embraced our shine.

@JoyelCrawford

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my TEDx talk.

It's refreshing to hear about the journey towards self-acceptance. We all have our insecurities, and it's inspiring to see someone overcome them in such a powerful way

@JoyelCrawford

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and sharing your feedback. 🙏🏾

@nostalgic3ctasy433

10 ай бұрын

Yes especially one that would feel so impossible to get through in the first place

@sylviacrittendon

10 ай бұрын

Yes it's definitely inspiring to hear about someone overcoming their insecurities in this way but I don't know that everyone has the strength or even the knowledge of self to do what Joyel has done

@ProOneBetterThanProTwo

8 ай бұрын

@@sylviacrittendon I think that's what this whole talk is about though, isn't it? Finding the strength to just... stop hiding who you are from the yourself and the world.

@ProOneBetterThanProTwo

8 ай бұрын

And once you've done that it just gets easier and easier to be who you are. Unapologetically.

Joyel, your courage is commendable! Your story reminds us that there's strength in vulnerability. Thank you for sharing. 💖

@JoyelCrawford

8 ай бұрын

🙌🏾 Thanks so much! I appreciate your feedback and for watching.

@TheSoundOffNow

7 ай бұрын

That's a really beautiful take ❤

It's inspiring to hear how the Joyel found confidence and comfort in embracing their baldness. Self-acceptance is a journey we should all go on.

@nostalgic3ctasy433

10 ай бұрын

The more I watch TED talks the more I'm starting to realize not everyone understands about self-acceptance and authenticity. Society has done a real number on us all

It's amazing to see someone so open about their personal struggles! Being able to put it all in a way that empowers and inspires others is truly commendable.

This talk really makes you think about what authenticity means.

Shoutout to Joyel for raising awareness about alopecia. Your openness breaks down stigma, making it easier for others to understand and support.

I appreciate Joyels vulnerability in sharing her personal story. It takes courage to open up about such struggles.

@JoyelCrawford

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching ❤

@nostalgic3ctasy433

10 ай бұрын

Same, so much courage needed to embrace something like this

She makes a great point about the importance of living authentically. It's liberating when you stop pretending to be someone you're not.

@ManicBrainpoint

Жыл бұрын

Yes, and the way it allows other people to start treating you the way you'd like is amazing

@JoyelCrawford

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and sharing your feedback!

Yup... those feelings of needing to hide away are awful and so wrapped up in shame/self doubt. Better to just toss it all aside and be proud of who you are in the moment, every moment!!

Good on her for standing so tall and proud within herself.

Embracing your true self is like unlocking the awesome version of you. It's about being real and not giving a hoot about societal expectations. Keep rocking that genuine self! 🌟

Her story of living with alopecia and the emotional struggle behind it is truly eye-opening

@JoyelCrawford

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@thefast_and_the_curious

Жыл бұрын

I went to school with a guy who had alopecia but it wasn't until seeing this that I really understood the effect it has on a person

@carlajaffe

11 ай бұрын

Definitely. I used to work with a woman who had alopecia and she was one of the strongest and kindest people I've known - to think she could be feeling similarly to how Joyel used to is so heart-breaking

The bald method seems like a GPS for personal growth. Analyze, plan, and do something, very practical steps towards achievement.

I love her reminder that reflection doesn't have to take up a lot of time. It's about finding those small moments for self-discovery.

@georgel2393

Жыл бұрын

yup, this is has given me a lot of tools to think about my own hair loss

@JoyelCrawford

Жыл бұрын

Just a few minutes- it can be done. Thanks so much for watching my TEDx talk.

@JoyelCrawford

Жыл бұрын

Sending you hugs of comfort during your hair loss journey. Please feel free to reach out if you ever want to chat.

@catastrid

Жыл бұрын

@@JoyelCrawford ❤❤

your journey from feeling weak to owning your confidence is next level. It's like a superhero origin story but in real life. You're the hero of your own tale! 💪

@JoyelCrawford

3 ай бұрын

Wow! Thanks for your feedback and for watching.

@emmastandish

3 ай бұрын

Lol I'd be interested to hear your origin story

The metaphorical wigs concept is awesome! I think it's fair to say we all wear something that holds us back.

This talk reminds me of that quote "our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate..." and you are definitely giving others permission to shine 💖💖

This is really prompting a lot of self-reflection for me. It's a small comfort to know that everyone wears a mask

I worry about my daughter growing up in a world obsessed with looks. This talk reminded me that true beauty comes from within but it's a hard lesson to learn, especially as a young person.

This has really got me thinking about my own struggles. It's easy to forget that we're all on our own journeys, and while we might not be able to take the same path as each other, some show us the way to things we wouldn't otherwise have found. Your story is like a map that can guide others to authenticity, and that's pretty darn special. I'm grateful to have found it.

@JoyelCrawford

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and for watching. I appreciate you.

Good on her for challenging gender stereotypes. It's like she's rewriting the script, showing that femininity and baldness can coexist powerfully. Breaking barriers, one stereotype at a time!

@officialsefrey

Ай бұрын

Lol your dp looks like you're breaking a few barriers too

Joyel's talk is truly inspiring! Her courage to embrace her baldness and live authentically is remarkable. It reminds us to be true to ourselves and shed our own metaphorical wigs. We should all strive to be as bold and confident as she is.

I love that this is a journey that showcases triumph over societal norms. The authenticity is refreshing and empowering.

I like to think that we can turn it around and see vulnerability as strength. There's definitely power in that.

The corporate ball goddess look? That’s bold and empowering!

Thank you Joyel, your assertiveness resonates with my experiences in the male-dominated tech industry. Advocating for diversity is essential, and the analogy of shedding metaphorical wigs aligns with the need for breaking through stereotypes. Let's empower each other to be authentic trailblazers.

@JoyelCrawford

4 ай бұрын

Yass 🙌🏾

She is an elegant and beautiful person, and to be honest after seeing for a few moments that she was bald, I didn't notice it afterwards. The power of communication goes a long ways towards how we see people. And when they communicate well, we see who they are and not just what we think they look like.

I appreciate Joyels emphasis on living authentically! It's a universal struggle, regardless of how you look or what generation you're from.

@carlajaffe

11 ай бұрын

Yes for sure, sometimes it's even hard to be authentic with ourselves

@JoyelCrawford

11 ай бұрын

Indeed! The struggle is real and effects all of us. Thanks so much for watching!

I just saw this thing video about how they did a study where they measured peoples frequencies based off the emotions they were feeling and authenticity was like 4,000 times more powerful than even love. So crazy

What an awesome message! I know how hard it is for men to accept that they're going bald, let alone women. Wish society as a whole could take a page out of Joyels book and just get over it

@JoyelCrawford

7 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching and for sharing your thoughts.

This talk reminded me of the quote, 'To thine own self be true.' It's time to stop hiding behind masks and embrace our authentic selves. Thank you for the reminder!

@esmeraldaximena

3 ай бұрын

Eeek! Yup you're right. I'm trying to work up the courage to go hiking without make-up but I couldn't tell you the last time I left the house without it on

I used to work with a woman who had alopecia and she was the most fantastic woman I've ever known. She was so sassy with it, didn't put up with anyone's BS and would really let you know about it if you'd done something siIIy that created more work for her lol she was the best

Goodness me, the poetic elegance in this talk is inspiring. I understand the delicate balance between creativity and industry demands. Just like shedding the wig, embracing authenticity can bring a unique and beautiful harmony to our lives. Thank you for sharing your beautiful self with us!

The statistics on alopecia areata are eye-opening. It's important to raise awareness about conditions like this that affect so many more people than you'd originally think

@JoyelCrawford

11 ай бұрын

Yes they are staggering. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.

Big up to this queen for keeping it real! Society's beauty standards can be so toxic. Rock that baldness, sis! Jah bless!

@JoyelCrawford

3 ай бұрын

Many thanks!

Her journey resonates deeply for me and probably for many others! The struggle with self-acceptance is universal and it's really great when someone is so open about it.

I love how she's challenging the idea of hiding our insecurities behind metaphorical wigs.

@JoyelCrawford

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.

@carlajaffe

11 ай бұрын

Definitely, it's time to just put it all on the line!

Embracing our true selves can only lead to genuine empowerment. There's something very gratifying about being exactly who we are, especially once we start to attract people on the same wavelength.

@nikolaihlazarev

4 ай бұрын

Yeah absolutely to this. The more you can be who you are the more it's like a shining beacon of light for those similar to you to be attracted to

The concept of living authentically and shedding our metaphorical wigs resonates with me. It's important to embrace our true selves.

@hollytrichards

10 ай бұрын

It definitely is, I don't think we understand just how much we sacrifice by trying to please others until we stop doing it

@eleanorrigbywhatdoesitmean

10 ай бұрын

It is so important. I think it's the most important part of life, to embrace who we're meant to be

@JoyelCrawford

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and sharing your insights 🙏🏾

I can relate to the struggle of wearing a 'wig' to fit in and protect ourselves from judgment. Joyel's journey to self-discovery encourages us to question the metaphorical wigs we wear and consider if they truly serve us.

@JoyelCrawford

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.

It's fascinating how Joyel relates the metaphorical wig to hiding our insecurities... Really makes you think about all the different ones we use

@JoyelCrawford

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙏🏾

The metaphorical wigs Joyel mentions are relatable. We all have our insecurities, and it's important to address and overcome them.

@logan-steele

11 ай бұрын

I don't feel like I have any insecurities. If I ever did I just got rid of them.

@JoyelCrawford

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and for watching.

The journey to self-acceptance is a spiritual one. This talk reminded me to shed the layers of illusion and embrace my true essence

@milagroczarnecki

3 ай бұрын

This is interesting. I don't consider myself spiritual but I have a great sense of self.

I appreciate the metaphor of the 'wig,' as it symbolizes the facades many of us wear. Joyel's talk is a call to break free from those masks, but I wish it delved deeper into the challenges of unmasking ourselves.

@tellyourstorynow

8 ай бұрын

sometimes simple explains the best.

@JoyelCrawford

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my TEDx talk.

@jackrichards9402

7 ай бұрын

I think you can grasp a lot of the challenges she went through

Makes me think about what 'wigs' I'm wearing and how much better I could be within myself if I ditched them!

A profound exploration of identity and acceptance. Facing a terminal illness, I can relate to the speaker's journey of self-discovery.

@regissanford7104

5 ай бұрын

I don't think they're the same thing

It's so important to be true to oneself, and this talk highlights that beautifully.

@JoyelCrawford

21 күн бұрын

Thank you

This is definitely one of those talks you just finish watching and feel good about being a human. Amazing work Joyel!

@spaghety9174

6 ай бұрын

Yeah it gave me a really lovely positive feeling as well

@justinjjtaylor

6 ай бұрын

Haha absolutely, super uplifting stuff

@happyriley

6 ай бұрын

Yes!!! I feel genuinely uplifted by this.

@JoyelCrawford

6 ай бұрын

Mission accomplished! Thanks for watching.

Using personal stories to inspire others is so effective! This was a great talk that prompts genuine self reflection, thank you for sharing!

@JoyelCrawford

21 күн бұрын

Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts.

I'm glad the speaker found confidence without their wig! ❤It's empowering to embrace your true self and allow others to see exactly who you are, regardless of if it makes the other person uncomfortable or not

@JoyelCrawford

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching ❤

Coming across this today when I feel like I am at the end of my tether.... What a perspective check. Being bald doesn't define us. It's about the strength we carry and the sacrifies we make for our families.

@JoyelCrawford

5 ай бұрын

I appreciate you watching and taking the time to write your feedback.

@esmeraldaximena

3 ай бұрын

Hope things got better for you 💜

As someone struggling to embrace my true self, this talk feels like a ray of hope.

@JoyelCrawford

8 ай бұрын

Sending more rays your way. Thanks so much for watching. 🙏🏾

@MediaMediums

4 ай бұрын

Good luck on your journey! It's difficult but so worth it ❤

I'm excited to embrace the "bald" method! Taking little steps towards being more authentic seems very much worth doing.

@JoyelCrawford

7 ай бұрын

🙌🏾 so glad you’re going to explore! Keep me posted on your progress

True beauty comes from within, couple that with confidence in who you are and you will always shine bright.

@emmastandish

3 ай бұрын

This is such a beautiful comment

Was glad to hear her ask what the point of living our authentic lives is. I've heard it said so much, "live your best life, be your authentic self" but find it's rarer for the person saying that to back it up with _why_ it's important

@JoyelCrawford

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate you calling that out. Thanks so much for watching.

Love the positivity and encouragement to embrace our true selves. Let's all take off our wigs and live boldly-because we're all bald underneath! 🌟👏

@ramonabest

6 ай бұрын

Same, hard to know who we really are if we're constantly hiding

@MediaMediums

4 ай бұрын

@@ramonabest This is a really good point

Yeah it makes sense, when we embrace the things that we're insecure about and make peace with them then they can't be used by other people to hurt us.

@thetoddfrank

4 ай бұрын

Exactly! Arm yourself in your insecurities and nothing can ever hurt you

Kudos to Joyel for being brave and sharing her story, we should all learn to accept and celebrate the diversity among how we all look, especially when it challenges the normal standards and expectations that get put on us

@JoyelCrawford

11 ай бұрын

@techodeflash thanks for watching and sharing your feedback.

I can't believe today is when I come across this. Way to spread that courage Joyel, means more than you could ever know!!!

@JoyelCrawford

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching.

We should respect individual choices regarding self-expression, whether that involves wigs or going bald.

Joyel is a beautiful woman spreading a profound message with her vulnerability and honesty.

@JoyelCrawford

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your kind words and feedback!

@carlajaffe

11 ай бұрын

She sure is!

I think it's always important to analyze, plan and take action. Makes a lot of sense for this to be applied to living authentic lives as well.

@IHaveDenverSoul

Ай бұрын

Yeah I get what you mean, I always thought it was just something you did naturally but to think we can actually work on it is pretty cool

I'm in awe of Joyel's strength and how she turned her struggle into a catalyst for positive change.

@JoyelCrawford

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@COCOtheBRAT

6 ай бұрын

Definitely a powerful woman

I adore everything about her!!

Okay this resonates for sure. I use a lot of filters when I take pictures of me and my friends and it's kind of gotten to a point where I'm scared to just a post a photo of how I look. I know it's a really different thing but it's just that fear of being judged solely by how you look.

I'm thinking about my own 'wig,' and it's a valuable exercise for anyone seeking personal growth. Her journey teaches us that embracing vulnerability can lead to transformative changes in our lives.

@JoyelCrawford

8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching.

I can relate to that feeling of needing to conform... sometimes you've spent so long fitting in you don't even know who you'd be if you were to show your true self.

@JoyelCrawford

8 ай бұрын

Indeed. I appreciate you sharing your insights. Thanks for watching.

@rainithacker

7 ай бұрын

I wonder where that pressure first comes from

This is an amazing message, there are so many different kinds of people and appearances... the idea that we should all conform into looking a certain way just damages our psyche and society as a whole.

Loved the BALD method explanation, super clear and motivational!

The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step in Joyel's case a carefully planned strategy to get her voice.

@JoyelCrawford

Жыл бұрын

Indeed! Thanks for hearing me and watching my TEDx talk.

Man or woman, hair is like a blanket to hide under. I appreciate and respect Ms. Crawfords journey, what an amazing human :D

@JoyelCrawford

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 🙌🏾