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Crystal Foster is a passionate mental health advocate, speaker, and author dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding mental illness. As the founder of Shine Through, a nonprofit focused on youth mental wellness, she works to educate, advocate, and provide resources for those in need. Crystal’s journey was profoundly shaped by the loss of her son, AJ, to suicide, leading her to share her story in Finding Purpose in the Darkness: A Mother’s Journey Through Child Loss. With 16 years of experience as a nurse and a deep commitment to supporting others, she empowers individuals to embrace healing, self-care, and resilience.