![]() "Stories about that, that was my motivation. I remember my mom telling me that we were homeless," Douglas said. "I think (those experiences) helped me become a stronger and more mature person and that was my motivation. Some of that story consists of hardships like homelessness, health issues and a broken family.ĭouglas, however, told The Christian Post in a 2012 interview that those hardships have made her stronger. In her first book, Grace, Gold and Glory, Douglas allowed the world into her life and shared how she has leaned on her faith throughout life. The 20-year-old Christian gymnast who made history as the first African-American All-Around Olympic Gold Medalist at the 2012 London Olympics has been vocal about her faith publicly since her big win. ![]() "Ekkkkkkkk!!! OHHH EMM GEE !! I love you guys! Thanks for making such GREAT uplifting music," Douglas responded to the tweet.Īside from Veridia, Douglas also noted her affinity for other Christian artists in her workout playlist, such as Hillsong Young & Free, Israel & New Breed, Flame, for King & Country, Colton Dixon, Building 429 and Everfound. 1 Christian Rock Billboard chart single "We Are the Brave" as a favorite in her SELF magazine playlist, and expressed excitement after reading their tweet.
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