everyone failed her, especially those doctors. she is amazing and I cannot be I’m awe of the way she carries herself today. I am incredibly proud and amazed
Wow. The trauma she endured. She deserves nothing but love. What a beautiful intelligent human. I sincerely wish her the best life has to offer, nothing less.
Damn, imagine doctors being so cold yelling at an 11yr old giving birth! This has happened to too many women, especially women of color from what I've learned. 😓
That's Horrible!!! An 11yr old who's scared and has No idea what's going on. And it's not her fault. Being yelled at with no mother to defend and comfort her.😢💔
@@marylougeorge9890 Ikr! Heartbreaking! It's a damn shame they didn't understand sexual abuse at 11, but they should've understood technically how dangerous and painful it is to give birth that young. Then she's all by herself, like seriously, what a lack of sense, let alone compassion.
Black kids are sexualized early and people treat them like adults almost and not kids. They're "bad" or whatever. They're not seen with innocence. And the system still treats all women like shit, but especially black women. My heart breaks. Being a woman is awful enough, I can't imagine being a black woman. We need to all stand together it is atrocious.
She’s beautiful, she’s speaking on healing and dealing with your “shadow side” which takes a really brave strong individual to do. She’s beautiful and I love how transparent she is which is not easy.
Sending her so much love and so many prayers🙏🏼 I am proof that you can change. 11 yrs sober this month. Been high since I was 9 yrs old. My sexual, physical and mental abuse started when I was around 3. Trauma is no joke. Very hard to overcome! Much love Queen 👑
Man, I love her story. “Love starts with you first.” She wanted to change, understand, and actually process her trauma. Which she is, like a boss. I like her point of view. She takes accountability for HER choices. She can’t help what happened to her growing up. But she wanted to change her future. Her testimony can help so many!! Love your work, Mark!
Holy shit. Pregnant at 11. Early puberty (periods starting around 9, 10, 11) is correlated to childhood trauma (and high body weight - but then high body weight is, in turn, also related to stress/trauma, high cortisol levels and eating your feelings etc.). Fuck those doctors for treating her that way. You would think it's just common sense to show some kindness and patience to a child in that situation. They failed her. It's absolutely incredible that after all this she seems to really have herself together mentally. She can speak honestly about what's happened in her life and why. That's a huge accomplishment. What an incredible woman. She has so much insight into her trauma AND other people's, and her talk of ADHD was spot-on (I am diagnosed ADHD). Her healing really shows. Like a lot of people who go through childhood emotional neglect and trauma, she has become highly attuned to others' needs and emotions, but now she can use that sensitivity for good while still respecting herself.
What an inspiring and articulate individual. To have gone through all that and end up where she is, is a total inspiration I'm sure to a lot of people. Thank You Tyna for your story.
@@mamageesgospel451 was waiting for this response lol. I don't think this person meant it like that at all. I would say the same about her regardless of her race. It's one thing to say like ... "I was surprised at how articulate she was!" Like how our stupid prez spoke about Obama. But an articulate person is hard to come by these days. She tells her story so clearly and beautifully with a lot of depth and understanding of her own history. She speaks more eloquently and clearly than most people and it does stand out. I would not be able to tell people about the history of my life with such clarity. I think that's all he meant because I noticed the same thing... Not because she is "articulate" compared to how one would expect a black person to speak, but because she speaks articulately compared to most other people and it does stand out to the listener. She tells her story beautifully.
@@parisa5014 I ASSUMING YOU'RE WHITE ALSO, AND I DON'T EXPECT NOTHING LESS FROM PEOPLE THAT ARE USE TO USING THAT PARTICULAR WORD WHEN SPEAKING OF PEOPLE OF COLOR, AND WHAT YOU'RE SAYING STILL DOESN'T MAKE IT RIGHT BECAUSE THE VAST MAJORITY OF US WOULD STILL FIND THAT RACIST AS HELL, SO DON'T TRY TO SUGAR CODE YOUR USE OF THE WORD BECAUSE I'VE NEVER EVER HEARD OF A WHITE PERSON BEING TOLD THE EXACT SAME THING AFTER, SO AGAIN I EXPECT NOTHING MORE FROM YOU BECAUSE YOU THAT'S YOU GUYS ARE USE TO, SO GOOD DAY AND BE ON YOUR MERRY WAY ! 🙄
@@parisa5014 I have mixed blood, and there are people who act surprised when black people speak well (I don’t know why because many great orators, teachers, lawyers; writers, and communicators in the US are black). However, I also see many people remarking when young people and street people of all kinds are smart and articulate. I feel like, primarily. we hear people talking as if homeless and “street people” are ignorant and are paying the price for their foolish choices and unthinking approach to life (NO, I don’t believe this)! When we see just how smart and well-read and eloquent poor and homeless people are, the injustice of the situation hits hard. Even though we know the stereotypes about addicted (or formerly addicted people) aren’t true, seeing people struggle who are so capable affects us. Even if we’re poor and struggling ourselves, it’s affirming, yet disturbing, that it’s not just us. This injustice is repeated everywhere, every day.
This channel has really opened my eyes to addition, homelessness, trauma, childhood abuse etc. I was very blessed to be raised by a single mom that made me the center of her universe. I knew nothing but love growing up. We didn't have a lot of money, lived paycheck to paycheck, ate a lot of "struggle meals" but we always had a roof over our heads and food in our bellies. I had my son when I was really young and my mom was there for me every step of the way. My son is my world. Everything I do, I do for him. But watching these videos of so many people who weren't so lucky to grow up in safe, loving households has made me even further my efforts to be the best mom I can be. I hug my son tighter, I tell him how proud I am of him and how much I love him; everyday. Because I'll be damned if I don't give my son every ounce of my love and every possible way for him to grow up and be a great human being. Our childhoods have such a profound effect on how we grow up and are shaped as adults. Parents/caregivers are the foundation of their children and therefore the foundation of the future generations. We have to support our children, they fully depend on us in everyway possible.
God helps you if you help yourself you are a nice smart lady that realized you were not being good to yourself. Don't let others abuse you. I hope you cling to church and stay with your belief in God. I wish you the best in life lovely Lady.
@@amyfisher8897 Did you really just fix your fingers to type that pile of mush; god helps IF you help yourself??? Really girl. You must serve the same god as that preacher who was molesting his daughter. That’s sick and that’s not how god works.
This girl is so sophisticated! Amazing! She soaked up all the teaching in her therapy classes and now she’s doing that for herself and for us. Great job!
She took my breath away. This is a unique and special individual... I haven't met anyone like her and I doubt I ever will. If I were one of her kids I would be so proud to call her my mom. Truly a remarkable person in a way I can't find the words to describe.
Her mom died of a heart attack in front of her , while she was just a kid, a kid ! That pain will never leave her 💕🥺 bless her beautiful soul . Life really is a beautiful nightmare .
Tremendous amount of love & respect for you Tyna. There is a quote: “ Be a lamp, lifeboat or ladder.” You are all three & an inspiration to all who watch this video. I’m so glad you are giving yourself the TLC you so deserve. You are beautiful.
Women are incredible! Which makes me more furious at how we have allowed society to treat us all of these years. It is absolutely disgraceful. It's time to stand together and demand respect moving forward... I think we have already begun 🙂.
I smoked for a few years. Crack is in your mind..NOT physically addictive.. I am so happy for her. I got clean too. Now I work at a decent job, have a car and my own place. It isn't much of a craving anymore. I know my triggers and stay away from them and don't associate with people I know could lead me down the wrong path.
i dont know her brother but I love him!! lol im so glad he took care of her as much as he could... everyone failed her... this woman is a MAJOR inspiration!!!!
“I don’t know how to attain a better me” You have, and you are motivation for the rest of us! You’ve overcome so many obstacles and while you may not feel your on top, you are so close. Your life matters, and in itself is a testimony to those who feel like they may not be able to make it. You are the epitome of a beautiful woman. Thank you for helping others find their beauty by doing this video
You are a beautiful person! I have been clean from a crack addiction since December 3, 2003. I also had a food addiction and have lost 124 pounds in the last year. I haven't had any trauma or abuse but I still felt every word and I'm so glad you got clean. Sending you a whole lot of peace, love and light on your journey !
I can recognize some of the things of what she reflects on that had impact on her turn around for becoming drugfree. I was sentenced to rehab at 19 and came to a place ran by a diocese if the church with a similar basis as the catholic Day Top (the treatment center had a sister center in Bruxelles ran by Day Top and the staff had regular exchange for developing methodology and such) It was not religious in detail but the view of life as such had a pretty clear root in christian tradition.
Same here. Congrats on your recovery! I've been off crack for about ten years but it took a long time. Also I had a heroin addiction but thanks to Suboxone, I was able to get off both
i cannot believe the ambulance did not fucken come the first time. that’s completely bullshit! shame on them for leaving a poor child so scared and alone.
Before there was the 911 system, my 13 yr old sister tried to get our dr to see(drs made house calls then)our dad who was on the floor suffering a heart attack. The dr's nurse told my sis, he couldn't because he was going to lunch...his office was in his house.😢
This is pretty standard in Detroit, which is where she said she's from. Brought back memories for me when I called 911 after a domestic between my parents, the operator thought I was playing on the phone & hung up on me. And, police don't come until the person is almost dead/ if not dead already. It's horrible.
I love this lady. God is in her heart it’s obvious. I love that she doesn’t play the victim card. She’s strong and she overcame it. She should be ministering to those who need help because of abuse and addiction. Thank you Mark, it’s nice to hear a success story .
@@msthrillingcommentary1343 Are you talking to me? You want her to be the victim??? That tells me all I want to know about you. In a world that has become all about poor little old me I’m so proud of her and who she is. I see someone who had a shitty life and chose to overcome it. You obviously see a victim. I see a hero.
Love love Tayna. This girl knows how to break it down. Simply yet eloquently in a calm but still compassionate manner. She talks of trauma trapping people emotionally at the age the trauma starts. It's so true and such an important reminder.
She look so beautiful. I hope she gets help she really need. To the person reading this: Even though I don’t know you, I wish you the best of what life has to offer.
Yeah she looks amazing in her thumbnail photo doesn't she. And I love the way she styles herself .. I am so lazy about my appearance and my life was easier than hers. She demonstrates self love to me ❤️
Breaks my heart...leave children alone...it’s soooo so damaging. You were not a knucklehead you were a broken child. I’m so proud of this healing journey and the maturity that came with it.
This woman has such poise and grace and is deserving of LOVE. Her self-awareness is profound. It breaks my heart that she went through all that she experienced, but I'm so happy that she was able to recognize her worth. Tyna, you are a QUEEN!
She is an amazingly insightful woman, articulate and beautiful ..... on the outside and inside..... She shows such courage ..... I admire her so much.... so willing to do the work.... she's a perfect example of what we all hope for the traumatized and addicted ..... Her messages are deeply touching..... thank you Tyna, you are such an inspiration.
She has so much strength and resilience. It’s truly admirable. Her story of losing her mom as a child resonated me. I lost my father when I was 7 years old after he was found dead. I didn’t take it serious as a child because I didn’t understand what happened. It wasn’t until later on in life that I processed his death and was depressed knowing I wouldn’t have him physically present for the rest of my life. Tyna has gone through far worse than I have and is so strong. This is a reminder to appreciate the life I’ve had despite some of the challenges I’ve faced.
is that racist to say or not!? she is... she stands out among every human being ive met... most people are not able to express themselves in such a way. she has a unique skill. but can we acknowledge it or is it racist helppp lol
@@parisa5014 i wouldn’t say so her vocabulary is immaculate a lot better than mine and the tone of her voice is really smooth and comforting she talks as if she is my teacher it’s rare to hear such a pretty voice from any person I’ve met
@Blank Mane Inspiring. Reminds me that life isn't so bad for me and I should keep pushing always. What's it like waking up trying to say some slick shit to a positive person first thing in the morning?
Tyna♥️ I hope you read all of these comments.... You are a VERY smart, self-aware gorgeous woman who has so much life left. You can have a great second half of your life and being a productive member of society and I truly believe you could help so many others as a counselor. I know that means you would have to go back to school but I think you could do it! Your brother tried to help you the best he knew how and I bet he was also abused. I hope you two are still close. Good luck in life. You should be proud of yourself!!! Keep up the sobriety... You can do it!!
Addiction is a terminal illness. It doesn't go away, only in to remission. It can stay in remission if you treat it, regularly. The idea of being "recovered" can be dangerous for an addict. Stay vigilant.
This lady is awesome. All that she has been through and came out with her head on straight. She should go to school and become a counselor. God bless her. Thank you Mark for showing us not all souls are lost.
Wow! God Bless you ! I never heard someone tell their story like this before. I can better understand even more about myself and I appreciate you sharing your story. I too have recovered from addiction and still deal with the childhood trauma. I now go to counseling to better understand myself. If no one told you today I love and appreciate you. Love....Love Jackie
You are brilliant. I am so glad you survived. Your insight is powerful and inspiring. Thank you for making this video. You shine a strong light for other survivors and those feeling lost. Much love to you, Tyna.
Thank you for sharing your story Tyna. I’m so sorry for the child in you & all that you lost; I’m glad that you have risen above it & are doing the work every day to stay sober. You are more than worthy. I hope all your days are filled with blessings.
She beat addiction!!!! Only super hero's can do that!!!!! 👏👏👏👏👏 clean since Jan 11 2019 myself. It ain't easy. Never did crack but I was addicted to pills (opiates) mainly percs. Truly proud of you Tyna. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Tyna is a true blue bad ass. 💕What does she do now? She is wise. She would make an excellent recovery counselor. Even as an scrawny kid, inappropriate attention from adult men was depressingly common. But my best friend had very large breasts by the time she was 10-years-old and got ridiculous amounts of attention from men - even ones who probably would not be technically considered pedophiles. If a child has already been molested, predators pick up on that and the floodgates are open. Tyna was already vulnerable by the time she developed physically thus her story serves as an example of how victims are revictimized over and over again (even by the doctor in the hospital when they knew she had been raped!). Drugs are just a way to try to escape or self soothe. Society then further victimizes them with incarceration for trying to self-treat the trauma. It's refreshing to hear she was sent to a rehab program. She should be the national spokesperson, couldn't even imagine her as a crackhead on the street.
What a great wisdom from Tyna, what a great comment she made at the end, about the correlation in kids between mental health and lack of attention from their Parents, most of the "Professionals " in their fields don't have that wisdom to link the well being of the kids and a nurtured home with a Parent that gives quantity and quality of time to their kids. Great words of wisdom from Tyna. God bless you Tyna, you are a beautiful soul.
This story completely broke me. Tyna you're an amazing human. You must be the strongest human I've ever been blessed enough to listen to. I know there's a higher power and he/she is watching over you. May you remain strong, healthy and blessed! Forever ❤
Beautiful on the inside to match the outside, I could listen to her talk all day. She’s just real. Sad you had to go through all you did Tyna 😢 I’m a lot like you when it comes to work, I find it so uncomfortable telling someone what to do. Thanks for sharing your story lovely ❤️
What a remarkable woman. She touched me so much. Thank you Tyna for sharing your story. There are many women who need to hear your testimony. Much love to you and I know God is going to continue to bless you! 🙏
Thank you Mark this is a great interview with Trina. So great to hear she has come out of her drug addiction. I hope she has put her rapists in prison, so other little girls don't have to suffer so many years as she did. She gave up so much of her life due these men who gave her life long trauma. Blessed be. 🙏🏼💕
Tyna has been through so many years and layers of trauma. She is a superhero! So few can move past the depths of traumatic experiences and drug addiction. She would be the most amazing trauma/ addiction councilor. What a role model for others who could never see themselves in recovery. What a beautiful human being!
I really hope things get better for Ms. Tyna. She seems like such a sweet soul; hope things get better for her and that she can get help with dealing with past traumas. No one deserves this. Blessings to you ♥️🙌🏾
What a truly inspiring story of recovery from drugs and the hard work it takes to emotionally process the lived experience of trauma so that your soul can heal. She has a radiant aura and I hope she keeps shining her light on humanity for the world to see.
I could listen to her all day. She would be so beneficial to speak with other women who have gone through trauma. I pray for her healing, that her soul finds what it needs. Find the path Tyna! I have a strong feeling you’re so close. ❤️
So proud of this girl. Having been through so much and able to pull herself out. So well spoken as well, I bet she is an inspiration to many people she has crossed paths with. God Bless Tyna. ❤️
@@gldnsunrising7761 BECAUSE THAT'S EXACTLY WHAT THEY SAY TO PEOPLE OF COLOR WHEN THEY THINK THEY SOUND ACCEPTABLE TO THEM, AND I'VE NEVER EVER HEARD THEM REFERRING TO A WHITE PERSON AS BEING ARTICULATE OR NOT, SO THEY ONLY DO THAT TO PEOPLE OF COLOR AND THAT'S RACIST AND PATHETIC AS HELL, BECAUSE YOU GUYS DON'T HAVE THE RIGHT TO ALWAYS JUDGE OUR INTERLECT OR OUR INTELLIGENTS, AND WE CERTAINLY DON'T NEED YOU GUYS APPROVAL OR JUDGEMENT ON HOW WE TALK OR HOW WE COMMUNICATE WITH OTHERS, SO WE DON'T NEED YOU GUYS ACCEPTANCE ON SH*T BECAUSE IT'S NOT YA'LLS CALL, THOSE DAYS WERE OVER 120 YEARS ! 🙄😡
@@gldnsunrising7761 WELL, NOW YOU SOUND OFFENDED, WELL THAT'S THE EXACT WAY THE VAST MAJORITY OF US FEEL WHEN THAT PARTICULAR WORD IS USE TOO DESCRIBE US ! 🤗
There’s so many dimensions within her story. That is a strong woman who through hell and came out. Thank you for your story. Bless you . So much to get and understand that it left me twisted
She is beautiful inside and out, amazing to come out on the other side and be okay after all that. Keep it up, we need inspirational stories like this.
Such an articulate and intelligent young lady that caught caught up. I pray she gets the help she needs so that she can live a successful, meaningful life.
Tyna is such an inspiration and really makes you stop and be so great full about life and how making a choice to turn wrong into making better choices for ones self and allowing yourself to heal makes such a huge difference as well as learning to accept yourself as an individual person finding their true personality
You are the definition of, "Strength"!!! Your spirit is inspiring to me! ❤️ I sure you could make a difference in so many other women's life's!!!! ❤️ You have touched my heart, and I hear so many connections of our life in my own! Bless you darling! Please keep your faith always! ❤️
everyone failed her, especially those doctors. she is amazing and I cannot be I’m awe of the way she carries herself today. I am incredibly proud and amazed
i know right how are social services not involved ?!
Exactly
please excuse my horrible typos
Her brother never failed. He just didn3t know what to do but he never gave up or abandoned her to this day.
Those quarter pounders n cheese failed her 🍔
R@ping a child who just lost her mom is a special kind of sick and evil.
Children who lose their parents especially their mothers are targeted by predators.
@@LibertarianGal and it was a relative. Cherry on top of the shit sandwich.
I'm sure there is a special place in hell for the sickos and a special place in heaven for her❤️
lolita.
Brutal 💔
Wow. The trauma she endured. She deserves nothing but love. What a beautiful intelligent human. I sincerely wish her the best life has to offer, nothing less.
Absolutely! 🙏🏼
Damn, imagine doctors being so cold yelling at an 11yr old giving birth! This has happened to too many women, especially women of color from what I've learned. 😓
That's Horrible!!!
An 11yr old who's scared and has No idea what's going on. And it's not her fault. Being yelled at with no mother to defend and comfort her.😢💔
@@marylougeorge9890 Ikr! Heartbreaking! It's a damn shame they didn't understand sexual abuse at 11, but they should've understood technically how dangerous and painful it is to give birth that young. Then she's all by herself, like seriously, what a lack of sense, let alone compassion.
@@StephieGsrEvolution People can be so cruel in their assumptions.
Black kids are sexualized early and people treat them like adults almost and not kids. They're "bad" or whatever. They're not seen with innocence. And the system still treats all women like shit, but especially black women. My heart breaks. Being a woman is awful enough, I can't imagine being a black woman. We need to all stand together it is atrocious.
@@parisa5014 You're speaking truth.💔
She’s beautiful, she’s speaking on healing and dealing with your “shadow side” which takes a really brave strong individual to do. She’s beautiful and I love how transparent she is which is not easy.
Well said! 💛
Yes, there's a deep and calming wisdom with her.
@@johannas.l.brushane2518 you're insane !
Dajah, no doubt
Amazing lady!
Sending her so much love and so many prayers🙏🏼 I am proof that you can change. 11 yrs sober this month. Been high since I was 9 yrs old. My sexual, physical and mental abuse started when I was around 3. Trauma is no joke. Very hard to overcome! Much love Queen 👑
Much ♥️
Virtual Hug to You. ❤️ Your strong.
From my ❤️ congratulations on your 11 years of success. You’re 💯% correct about trauma.
Can clearly see Gods favour over ur life I am honestly amazed by ur story may u can continue to grow nd encourage others love you💞
Sounds like me...started when I was 9, didn't stop for ~11 years, just passed 10 years clean in April. Congrats on your time!
Man, I love her story. “Love starts with you first.” She wanted to change, understand, and actually process her trauma. Which she is, like a boss. I like her point of view. She takes accountability for HER choices. She can’t help what happened to her growing up. But she wanted to change her future. Her testimony can help so many!! Love your work, Mark!
Holy shit. Pregnant at 11. Early puberty (periods starting around 9, 10, 11) is correlated to childhood trauma (and high body weight - but then high body weight is, in turn, also related to stress/trauma, high cortisol levels and eating your feelings etc.). Fuck those doctors for treating her that way. You would think it's just common sense to show some kindness and patience to a child in that situation. They failed her. It's absolutely incredible that after all this she seems to really have herself together mentally. She can speak honestly about what's happened in her life and why. That's a huge accomplishment. What an incredible woman. She has so much insight into her trauma AND other people's, and her talk of ADHD was spot-on (I am diagnosed ADHD). Her healing really shows. Like a lot of people who go through childhood emotional neglect and trauma, she has become highly attuned to others' needs and emotions, but now she can use that sensitivity for good while still respecting herself.
What an inspiring and articulate individual. To have gone through all that and end up where she is, is a total inspiration I'm sure to a lot of people. Thank You Tyna for your story.
Please drop the word articulate because it's so damn rude and down right racist dude ! 😡
@@mamageesgospel451 was waiting for this response lol. I don't think this person meant it like that at all. I would say the same about her regardless of her race. It's one thing to say like ... "I was surprised at how articulate she was!" Like how our stupid prez spoke about Obama. But an articulate person is hard to come by these days. She tells her story so clearly and beautifully with a lot of depth and understanding of her own history. She speaks more eloquently and clearly than most people and it does stand out. I would not be able to tell people about the history of my life with such clarity. I think that's all he meant because I noticed the same thing... Not because she is "articulate" compared to how one would expect a black person to speak, but because she speaks articulately compared to most other people and it does stand out to the listener. She tells her story beautifully.
@@parisa5014 I ASSUMING YOU'RE WHITE ALSO, AND I DON'T EXPECT NOTHING LESS FROM PEOPLE THAT ARE USE TO USING THAT PARTICULAR WORD WHEN SPEAKING OF PEOPLE OF COLOR, AND WHAT YOU'RE SAYING STILL DOESN'T MAKE IT RIGHT BECAUSE THE VAST MAJORITY OF US WOULD STILL FIND THAT RACIST AS HELL, SO DON'T TRY TO SUGAR CODE YOUR USE OF THE WORD BECAUSE I'VE NEVER EVER HEARD OF A WHITE PERSON BEING TOLD THE EXACT SAME THING AFTER, SO AGAIN I EXPECT NOTHING MORE FROM YOU BECAUSE YOU THAT'S YOU GUYS ARE USE TO, SO GOOD DAY AND BE ON YOUR MERRY WAY ! 🙄
@@parisa5014 PS. AND YOUR NOT SO ARTICULATE, YOUR JUST WHAT YOU PRETTY MUCH ARE ! 🤗
@@parisa5014 I have mixed blood, and there are people who act surprised when black people speak well (I don’t know why because many great orators, teachers, lawyers; writers, and communicators in the US are black). However, I also see many people remarking when young people and street people of all kinds are smart and articulate. I feel like, primarily. we hear people talking as if homeless and “street people” are ignorant and are paying the price for their foolish choices and unthinking approach to life (NO, I don’t believe this)! When we see just how smart and well-read and eloquent poor and homeless people are, the injustice of the situation hits hard. Even though we know the stereotypes about addicted (or formerly addicted people) aren’t true, seeing people struggle who are so capable affects us. Even if we’re poor and struggling ourselves, it’s affirming, yet disturbing, that it’s not just us. This injustice is repeated everywhere, every day.
This channel has really opened my eyes to addition, homelessness, trauma, childhood abuse etc. I was very blessed to be raised by a single mom that made me the center of her universe. I knew nothing but love growing up. We didn't have a lot of money, lived paycheck to paycheck, ate a lot of "struggle meals" but we always had a roof over our heads and food in our bellies. I had my son when I was really young and my mom was there for me every step of the way. My son is my world. Everything I do, I do for him. But watching these videos of so many people who weren't so lucky to grow up in safe, loving households has made me even further my efforts to be the best mom I can be. I hug my son tighter, I tell him how proud I am of him and how much I love him; everyday. Because I'll be damned if I don't give my son every ounce of my love and every possible way for him to grow up and be a great human being. Our childhoods have such a profound effect on how we grow up and are shaped as adults. Parents/caregivers are the foundation of their children and therefore the foundation of the future generations. We have to support our children, they fully depend on us in everyway possible.
God helps you if you help yourself you are a nice smart lady that realized you were not being good to yourself. Don't let others abuse you. I hope you cling to church and stay with your belief in God. I wish you the best in life lovely Lady.
@@amyfisher8897 Did you really just fix your fingers to type that pile of mush; god helps IF you help yourself??? Really girl. You must serve the same god as that preacher who was molesting his daughter. That’s sick and that’s not how god works.
You are insightful; I wish I had parents like you.
Keep doing good in this world 👏
This girl is so sophisticated!
Amazing! She soaked up all the teaching in her therapy classes and now she’s doing that for herself and for us. Great job!
She took my breath away. This is a unique and special individual... I haven't met anyone like her and I doubt I ever will. If I were one of her kids I would be so proud to call her my mom. Truly a remarkable person in a way I can't find the words to describe.
I’m so happy to see someone in the other side of the horrible experiences. I pray for your continued healing Tyna
Her mom died of a heart attack in front of her , while she was just a kid, a kid ! That pain will never leave her 💕🥺 bless her beautiful soul . Life really is a beautiful nightmare .
Yes WOW that's traumatizing
Tremendous amount of love & respect for you Tyna. There is a quote: “ Be a lamp, lifeboat or ladder.” You are all three & an inspiration to all who watch this video. I’m so glad you are giving yourself the TLC you so deserve. You are beautiful.
I couldnt have said that better. ❣
That was a great testimony from a strong woman! That is true strength. Much respect. I almost shed a tear in my work truck
Women are truly resilient, she has overcome so many battles…and is still here to tell her story; sending love her way❤️
Amen Sis! Women are so damn Amazing ⚘
Women are incredible! Which makes me more furious at how we have allowed society to treat us all of these years. It is absolutely disgraceful. It's time to stand together and demand respect moving forward... I think we have already begun 🙂.
I smoked for a few years. Crack is in your mind..NOT physically addictive.. I am so happy for her. I got clean too. Now I work at a decent job, have a car and my own place. It isn't much of a craving anymore. I know my triggers and stay away from them and don't associate with people I know could lead me down the wrong path.
Happy for your recovery and mindset now. ❤️❤️
Happy recovery ! Glad to hear your story and congratulations to you for overcoming that
🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿
You wouldn't happen to know a Vanessa Saavedra
@@tomlib6794 No, sorry. This is my former married name and there are alot of Saavedras in the country, believe it or not.
You have been through so much Tyna. Everyone could use a friend like you. ❤️
*You are 😘👍🏽 Your Sister's Keeper!* ❤
Yes this is true
i dont know her brother but I love him!! lol im so glad he took care of her as much as he could... everyone failed her... this woman is a MAJOR inspiration!!!!
“I don’t know how to attain a better me”
You have, and you are motivation for the rest of us! You’ve overcome so many obstacles and while you may not feel your on top, you are so close. Your life matters, and in itself is a testimony to those who feel like they may not be able to make it. You are the epitome of a beautiful woman. Thank you for helping others find their beauty by doing this video
Well, said!😊💖
You are a beautiful person! I have been clean from a crack addiction since December 3, 2003. I also had a food addiction and have lost 124 pounds in the last year. I haven't had any trauma or abuse but I still felt every word and I'm so glad you got clean. Sending you a whole lot of peace, love and light on your journey !
I can recognize some of the things of what she reflects on that had impact on her turn around for becoming drugfree. I was sentenced to rehab at 19 and came to a place ran by a diocese if the church with a similar basis as the catholic Day Top (the treatment center had a sister center in Bruxelles ran by Day Top and the staff had regular exchange for developing methodology and such) It was not religious in detail but the view of life as such had a pretty clear root in christian tradition.
Same here. Congrats on your recovery! I've been off crack for about ten years but it took a long time. Also I had a heroin addiction but thanks to Suboxone, I was able to get off both
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Ingrid! You go girl! Been sober 38 years, life is so much better isn't it?
@@emilyflotilla931 thank you and yes it is!
WOW Mark probably one of your best interviews thank you! She is a beautiful SOUL
I’m barely half way through and she’s absolutely captivating.
@@thematriarchy2075 whats wrong with you
i cannot believe the ambulance did not fucken come the first time. that’s completely bullshit! shame on them for leaving a poor child so scared and alone.
Before there was the 911 system, my 13 yr old sister tried to get our dr to see(drs made house calls then)our dad who was on the floor suffering a heart attack. The dr's nurse told my sis, he couldn't because he was going to lunch...his office was in his house.😢
This is pretty standard in Detroit, which is where she said she's from. Brought back memories for me when I called 911 after a domestic between my parents, the operator thought I was playing on the phone & hung up on me. And, police don't come until the person is almost dead/ if not dead already. It's horrible.
@@DriDriezy03 That is horrible! Smh
That's the unfortunate reality of being in certain neighborhoods..
@@DriDriezy03 Horrific! 😡
I love this lady. God is in her heart it’s obvious. I love that she doesn’t play the victim card. She’s strong and she overcame it. She should be ministering to those who need help because of abuse and addiction. Thank you Mark, it’s nice to hear a success story
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People who are victims can’t play the victim, and because of the love of Christ she was able to be an over comer and share her testimony
@@msthrillingcommentary1343 Are you talking to me? You want her to be the victim??? That tells me all I want to know about you. In a world that has become all about poor little old me I’m so proud of her and who she is. I see someone who had a shitty life and chose to overcome it. You obviously see a victim. I see a hero.
@@golden49 You can be a victim and a hero.
You are a beautiful and wise woman Tyna. I'm so glad you got to share your powerful story 💜 stay strong babe. Sending love to you girl🙏
Love love Tayna. This girl knows how to break it down. Simply yet eloquently in a calm but still compassionate manner. She talks of trauma trapping people emotionally at the age the trauma starts. It's so true and such an important reminder.
Tyna
She look so beautiful. I hope she gets help she really need.
To the person reading this: Even though I don’t know you, I wish you the best of what life has to offer.
Thank you @pris Tv right back at you♥️
Yeah she looks amazing in her thumbnail photo doesn't she. And I love the way she styles herself .. I am so lazy about my appearance and my life was easier than hers. She demonstrates self love to me ❤️
Agreed. Morbid obesity is an epidemic with sistas.
I’m a Mental Health Social Worker and I have to say she had amazing counseling. She needs to become a therapist.
Breaks my heart...leave children alone...it’s soooo so damaging. You were not a knucklehead you were a broken child. I’m so proud of this healing journey and the maturity that came with it.
This woman has such poise and grace and is deserving of LOVE. Her self-awareness is profound. It breaks my heart that she went through all that she experienced, but I'm so happy that she was able to recognize her worth. Tyna, you are a QUEEN!
She is an amazingly insightful woman, articulate and beautiful ..... on the outside and inside..... She shows such courage ..... I admire her so much.... so willing to do the work.... she's a perfect example of what we all hope for the traumatized and addicted ..... Her messages are deeply touching..... thank you Tyna, you are such an inspiration.
She has so much strength and resilience. It’s truly admirable. Her story of losing her mom as a child resonated me. I lost my father when I was 7 years old after he was found dead. I didn’t take it serious as a child because I didn’t understand what happened. It wasn’t until later on in life that I processed his death and was depressed knowing I wouldn’t have him physically present for the rest of my life.
Tyna has gone through far worse than I have and is so strong. This is a reminder to appreciate the life I’ve had despite some of the challenges I’ve faced.
Same with me. I lost my mom at 8 and didn’t understand at all how serious it was until I became a teenager and now adult. I hope you’re doing well
This lady would be great wrking as a Mentor. She is wonderful, strong, caring person. I can listen to her all day. She also speaking facts.
8 minutes in and wow. She has one hell of a story. Hopes she writes a book or movie. Best wishes Tyna!!
She’s very well spoken
She is 💯❤
Um.
is that racist to say or not!? she is... she stands out among every human being ive met... most people are not able to express themselves in such a way. she has a unique skill. but can we acknowledge it or is it racist helppp lol
@@parisa5014 i wouldn’t say so her vocabulary is immaculate a lot better than mine and the tone of her voice is really smooth and comforting she talks as if she is my teacher it’s rare to hear such a pretty voice from any person I’ve met
Would this comment even be made if she was a Caucasian woman? 🤔💭
Referring to mental illness as a spiritual disconnect is brilliant. Can tell she’s taking her spiritual wealth seriously . God speed 💫
She's beautiful and I really like the way she articulates herself. So much trauma tho, def made me cry a lil bit ❤
@Blank Mane Inspiring. Reminds me that life isn't so bad for me and I should keep pushing always. What's it like waking up trying to say some slick shit to a positive person first thing in the morning?
@@laceyelizabeth816 yes, have a blessed day 🤝
@Blank Mane bc it humbles you and puts shit in perspective. Trolls are weirdos .
@Blank Mane you're here, what is your opinion on it?
@@laceyelizabeth816 keeping pushing sis !!! Yes this one made me feel just sad . Bless her soul 💕
She has been through so much and came out the other side as a strong & kind woman. God bless her.
I needed to hear this! Prayers to this strong powerful woman!
Nice to see "Recovered" for a change
Tyna♥️ I hope you read all of these comments.... You are a VERY smart, self-aware gorgeous woman who has so much life left. You can have a great second half of your life and being a productive member of society and I truly believe you could help so many others as a counselor. I know that means you would have to go back to school but I think you could do it! Your brother tried to help you the best he knew how and I bet he was also abused. I hope you two are still close. Good luck in life. You should be proud of yourself!!! Keep up the sobriety... You can do it!!
Addiction is a terminal illness. It doesn't go away, only in to remission. It can stay in remission if you treat it, regularly. The idea of being "recovered" can be dangerous for an addict. Stay vigilant.
Tyna is proof that we can all change our lives. I love and respect her so much!!
Her story is so powerful. It really help me to understand more about my trauma and why I did what I did to cope.
Amazing lady!
So sorry you went through all of that, but so grateful you made it out.
Best wishes for continued recovery, Tyna! 💗💗💗
This lady is awesome. All that she has been through and came out with her head on straight. She should go to school and become a counselor. God bless her. Thank you Mark for showing us not all souls are lost.
Tyna, thank you so much for sharing part of your life with us. And CONGRATULATIONS on your recovery. "one day at a time "
I'm sending a big hug!
Tyna reminds me of that older black woman you run into at the store and they say “ hey baby “ or “ hey sugar “ 🥰🥰🥰🥰 I love her
I knowwwwwwww ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Right, like my auntie, and she gives warm hugs.😁🥰
Racist
@@scener0mance I’m black lmao
Beautiful soul beautiful woman glad you survived ❤
The way she speaks is so proper and articulate. I am happy for her & for everything that is about to come to her ♥️☀️
How she's supposed to speak? She's sober.
Wow! God Bless you ! I never heard someone tell their story like this before. I can better understand even more about myself and I appreciate you sharing your story. I too have recovered from addiction and still deal with the childhood trauma. I now go to counseling to better understand myself. If no one told you today I love and appreciate you. Love....Love Jackie
Thank you for your continued hard work, Mark! This is one of my favorites yet. I relate to her on many levels. Much love to you both 🤗
You are brilliant. I am so glad you survived. Your insight is powerful and inspiring. Thank you for making this video. You shine a strong light for other survivors and those feeling lost. Much love to you, Tyna.
Thank you for sharing your story Tyna. I’m so sorry for the child in you & all that you lost; I’m glad that you have risen above it & are doing the work every day to stay sober. You are more than worthy. I hope all your days are filled with blessings.
Your story is so inspiring! You are beautiful! ❤
Thank you so much, Tyna. May your future be joyful 💙💙
What an inspiring human, truly I can’t put into words how amazing you are
Tyna, all is forgiven.
Yeah I was thinking the same thing about her skin. It's so healthy...signed a dually licensed esthetician.
agree about the skin
Aw I love her! So well spoken with a heartbreaking story. I’m so glad she’s doing well.
She beat addiction!!!! Only super hero's can do that!!!!! 👏👏👏👏👏 clean since Jan 11 2019 myself. It ain't easy. Never did crack but I was addicted to pills (opiates) mainly percs. Truly proud of you Tyna. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Tyna is a true blue bad ass. 💕What does she do now? She is wise. She would make an excellent recovery counselor.
Even as an scrawny kid, inappropriate attention from adult men was depressingly common. But my best friend had very large breasts by the time she was 10-years-old and got ridiculous amounts of attention from men - even ones who probably would not be technically considered pedophiles.
If a child has already been molested, predators pick up on that and the floodgates are open. Tyna was already vulnerable by the time she developed physically thus her story serves as an example of how victims are revictimized over and over again (even by the doctor in the hospital when they knew she had been raped!).
Drugs are just a way to try to escape or self soothe. Society then further victimizes them with incarceration for trying to self-treat the trauma. It's refreshing to hear she was sent to a rehab program. She should be the national spokesperson, couldn't even imagine her as a crackhead on the street.
Excellent response to her video! You are absolutely right! So sad for these innocent victims
shes truly transformed into an angel. she can help a lot of people. she's become quite the expert in addiction and trauma
What a great wisdom from Tyna, what a great comment she made at the end, about the correlation in kids between mental health and lack of attention from their Parents, most of the "Professionals " in their fields don't have that wisdom to link the well being of the kids and a nurtured home with a Parent that gives quantity and quality of time to their kids.
Great words of wisdom from Tyna.
God bless you Tyna, you are a beautiful soul.
This story completely broke me. Tyna you're an amazing human. You must be the strongest human I've ever been blessed enough to listen to. I know there's a higher power and he/she is watching over you. May you remain strong, healthy and blessed! Forever ❤
Beautiful on the inside to match the outside, I could listen to her talk all day. She’s just real. Sad you had to go through all you did Tyna 😢 I’m a lot like you when it comes to work, I find it so uncomfortable telling someone what to do. Thanks for sharing your story lovely ❤️
You deserve so much love ❤️ keep growing your faith and you will find more love every day. I am so sorry for everything you have been through xxxx
These videos show you how important it is to protect your kids 24/7. God bless your heart.
She is so thoughtful and resilient... The things she's been through...
I’m so sorry you went through these traumatic experiences. God bless you.
Oh my god. Only two minutes in and already Im in tears. Bless this soul! ♥️♥️♥️
What a remarkable woman. She touched me so much. Thank you Tyna for sharing your story. There are many women who need to hear your testimony. Much love to you and I know God is going to continue to bless you! 🙏
Tyna, the healing work you have done for yourself is absolutely admirable. You're an inspiration.
I cannot get over how well spoken she is
Tyna you are a remarkable woman, you are an inspiration! Love you X
Thank you Mark this is a great interview with Trina. So great to hear she has come out of her drug addiction. I hope she has put her rapists in prison, so other little girls don't have to suffer so many years as she did. She gave up so much of her life due these men who gave her life long trauma. Blessed be. 🙏🏼💕
Tyna has been through so many years and layers of
trauma. She is a superhero!
So few can move past the depths of traumatic experiences and drug addiction.
She would be the most amazing trauma/ addiction councilor. What a role model for
others who could never see themselves in recovery.
What a beautiful human being!
I really hope things get better for Ms. Tyna. She seems like such a sweet soul; hope things get better for her and that she can get help with dealing with past traumas. No one deserves this. Blessings to you ♥️🙌🏾
I have watched many of your interviews, Mark, but this one was my absolute favourite to date. Tyna, you rock 💪🏼👏🏼🥰
Powerful story! Thanks for sharing. God bless you beautiful ❤.
What a truly inspiring story of recovery from drugs and the
hard work it takes to emotionally process the lived experience of trauma so that your soul can heal. She has a radiant aura and I hope she keeps shining her light on humanity for the world to see.
Cant believe how I watched this channel grow .💯🙌
I could listen to her all day. She would be so beneficial to speak with other women who have gone through trauma. I pray for her healing, that her soul finds what it needs. Find the path Tyna! I have a strong feeling you’re so close. ❤️
Wow I rly like her. She says some things I rly resonate w.
Peace, blessings, and love to her ✨💖
your brother sounds like an amazing human being, just like you!!!
I would very much like to know more about him.
So proud of this girl. Having been through so much and able to pull herself out. So well spoken as well, I bet she is an inspiration to many people she has crossed paths with. God Bless Tyna. ❤️
She's so intelligent and articulated, especially with such destructive trauma that she's been forced to go through. Very based, queen shit
Please drop the word articulate because it's not necessary and it sounds right down racist as hell ! 😡
@@mamageesgospel451 Why/how are you associating articulate with racism? Please explain, i am genuinely curious.
@@gldnsunrising7761 BECAUSE THAT'S EXACTLY WHAT THEY SAY TO PEOPLE OF COLOR WHEN THEY THINK THEY SOUND ACCEPTABLE TO THEM, AND I'VE NEVER EVER HEARD THEM REFERRING TO A WHITE PERSON AS BEING ARTICULATE OR NOT, SO THEY ONLY DO THAT TO PEOPLE OF COLOR AND THAT'S RACIST AND PATHETIC AS HELL, BECAUSE YOU GUYS DON'T HAVE THE RIGHT TO ALWAYS JUDGE OUR INTERLECT OR OUR INTELLIGENTS, AND WE CERTAINLY DON'T NEED YOU GUYS APPROVAL OR JUDGEMENT ON HOW WE TALK OR HOW WE COMMUNICATE WITH OTHERS, SO WE DON'T NEED YOU GUYS ACCEPTANCE ON SH*T BECAUSE IT'S NOT YA'LLS CALL, THOSE DAYS WERE OVER 120 YEARS ! 🙄😡
@@mamageesgospel451 "You guys" lol ok 👌
@@gldnsunrising7761 WELL, NOW YOU SOUND OFFENDED, WELL THAT'S THE EXACT WAY THE VAST MAJORITY OF US FEEL WHEN THAT PARTICULAR WORD IS USE TOO DESCRIBE US ! 🤗
There’s so many dimensions within her story. That is a strong woman who through hell and came out. Thank you for your story. Bless you . So much to get and understand that it left me twisted
Very powerful. Thank you for sharing your life. I wish you all the love and happiness you DESERVE 💕💕💕💕
What a beautiful soul . God bless you and your wonderful words of wisdom . Thank you for being you and sharing your life story 💖
She is beautiful inside and out, amazing to come out on the other side and be okay after all that. Keep it up, we need inspirational stories like this.
Such an articulate and intelligent young lady that caught caught up. I pray she gets the help she needs so that she can live a successful, meaningful life.
Tyna is such an inspiration and really makes you stop and be so great full about life and how making a choice to turn wrong into making better choices for ones self and allowing yourself to heal makes such a huge difference as well as learning to accept yourself as an individual person finding their true personality
Great interview. Wishing you all the best Tyna you deserve it 💕
Thank you sweet lady for sharing. You are a survivor and strong. Hugs and love!
God bless your soul. You are a beautiful lady, I’m in tears. Your story has touched my heart in so many ways. Keep being strong xo
A beautiful and inspiring woman. ❤️
I hope you find peace and heal from your trauma 🥰❤️sending much love . You’re a beautiful soul
You are the definition of, "Strength"!!! Your spirit is inspiring to me! ❤️ I sure you could make a difference in so many other women's life's!!!! ❤️ You have touched my heart, and I hear so many connections of our life in my own! Bless you darling! Please keep your faith always! ❤️