As a young girl, Ellen Skrmetti loved performing. But she was gripped by severe stage fright and made a deal with God: If you help me get through this, I will never, ever get onstage again. But when the pandemic hit, Ellen longed to bring a little joy to the dark struggles the world was facing. She thought about all of times she’d asked Jesus to walk with her through pain and heartache—and how often He’d laughed with or comforted her, even during her blazing hot flashes. So she decided to share that message with others, in 30-second videos on Instagram that quickly went viral. Ellen’s humor is rooted in southern charm and culture. Her relatable stories will bring levity to our lives, or at least some validation that we’re not the only ones asking if we can ghost our relatives in heaven.