As I was pondering this afternoon on what I should post, God quickly laid it on my heart to share with my audience the introduction to my forthcoming book. This will be my 4th published book, and it is entitled Intangible Crowns: Essential Qualities for the Effective Reign. In this book, I explore some of…
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Life After the Crown with Cierra Jackson, Miss District of Columbia 2016
I am so excited!!!! Well, I have launched yet another series. I know I am doing the absolute most, but I love bringing you fresh and “Krystle Clear” pageantry related information and content. This series is entitled “Life After the Crown.” I created this series because I wanted to interview former queens and get their…
Pageant Chatter: What Are Your Thoughts Concerning the Changes to Miss America?
Pageant Chatter is a segment where I highlight the opinions of pageant enthusiasts concerning major changes in the pageantry industry. Today, we are discussing the changes to the Miss America Organization. Earlier this week, the Miss America Organization (MAO) under the leadership of MAO Board Chair Gretchen Carlson (Miss America 1989) announced they would be…
Manifest the Crown is a Finalist for an Indie Author Legacy Award
Yes, you read the the title correctly! Manifest the Crown: A Krystle Clear Guide to Pageantry Success is a 2018 finalist for the Indie Author Legacy Awards. Out of 21 categories, this book has been nominated for eBook of the Year. The Indie Author Legacy Awards (IALA) is the only of its kind, honoring modern…
April 8th is International Pageant Day
Every year on April 8 the pageant industry celebrates International Pageant Day. This is a day where queens showcase their crowns and banners and bring awareness to the pageant industry. This industry is much more than glitz and glamour. This is an industry where leadership is developed, scholarships are earned, communication skills are refined,…
Does Pageantry Help Build Self-Esteem?
Women and girls compete in pageants for a variety of reasons. They may want to try something new, garner scholarship money, launch a modeling a career, or help build self-esteem. This month is National Boost Your Self-Esteem Month, and I want to share my thoughts regarding pageantry and how it helps build self-esteem. As a…
4 Ways to Lose Gracefully
This post was updated on January 7, 2019. Picture this: You have spent several months preparing for your pageant competition. You have even written in your journal and practiced saying your affirmations. You truly believe the crown is yours. The pageant occurs, and you give it 110%. Finally, the crowning ceremony begins, you anxiously await…
