Description

In this powerful episode, podcast host Daniel Smrokowski sits down with author and disability advocate Crystal Williams, who shares her journey of growing up with Kabuki Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. Crystal discusses her new memoir, Finding My True Happiness: Life, Love and Everything In Between, and opens up about childhood surgeries, navigating hearing loss, and learning to live boldly as her authentic self.

💡 You'll hear:

• What Kabuki Syndrome is and how it’s affected Crystal’s life


• The role of early intervention, therapy, and family support


• Why Crystal believes happiness comes from within—not from “fitting in”


• How she’s breaking down misconceptions about disability

This heartfelt conversation will inspire you to see strength in vulnerability and beauty in every journey.

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Episode 782 ShowNotes & Links

• 📚Get Crystal's Book Finding My True Happiness: Life, Love and Everything In Between


• Subscribe and Read Crystal M Williams' Blog


• Learn more about the Kabuki Syndrome Foundation 

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• Podcast Theme Music: “It Starts With A Voice” written by Amy Wright and performed by Ben Wright, co-founders of Bitty and Beau’s Coffee. Used with permission.

About the Podcast Host:

Daniel Smrokowski is a columnist and the founder and host of the award-winning podcast, Special Chronicles, which has released over 750 episodes in over 15 years. In recognition of these accomplishments, Daniel is a recipient of the Matthew Freeman Award for Social Justice for his efforts through media to give people with disabilities a voice. Read more about Daniel HERE