Description
Book SynopsisThis powerful memoir and inspirational guide shares a story of loss, resilience, and life-changing lessons found in the darkest seasons of life.When Ashley LeMieux and her husband lost their children in an adoption battle, it sent her into a tailspin that, ultimately, taught Ashley how to soar. Most people live with constant fears, burdens, and pains that they try to hide from themselves or others. In Born to Shine, Ashley shares a message of hope for women brave enough to admit that everything is not okay. Because the truth is that even when life is in ruins, people can still shine.
LeMieux tells her story in alternating chapters, interspersed with lessons readers can apply in their own lives. It combines personal reflections and practical tools to help women shine despite the darkness, to press forward one day at a time, and to turn their most painful moments into their greatest teachers and signposts to true, deep, unassailable joy.
Trade Review“This book will change your life. Do you feel like you’re stuck? Or maybe like you’re just going through the motions? Ashley LeMieux will grab you by the hand and guide you to your truth. Never has a book capturing such despair and heartbreak been so inspirational and motivational. The powerful beam of light that shines from this author will truly illuminate the way for every reader, and when you’ve reached the final page you too will feel ready to take your first huge step toward reclaiming your life and your light.”
-Mallory Ervin, Online Thought Leader, Podcaster “Ashley is a shining example of turning absolutely devastating loss into something purposeful and beautiful. She will inspire so many in the midst of their deep suffering to find the healing and hope within themselves, to turn their painful wounds, traumas and hurts into sacred scars.”
-Ruthie Lindsey, Speaker, Author
“A story of courage, hope, and healing that will remind you that life is tough, but so are you. Ashley opens herself up to the heartbreak and healing in a way that causes you to reflect on your own life and your own journey with pain and hope. Born to Shine instills in us the belief that we can make it through the hard seasons of life and in those darkest seasons, we can be a light to the world that is so desperately needed. Our stories matter and this story is proof that grief and healing can share space, can coexist while we figure out how to navigate the harder chapters of our lives.”
-Jenna Kutcher, Top Online Influencer, Top Podcaster
“Few people can achieve the balance of delivering a raw and personal story in a way that is relevant, applicable, and powerful to someone with a completely different story. Ashley has done that so beautifully in Born to Shine. This a tool, not just for the woman who desperately need to experience healing but also for any gal who needs to learn how to live beyond her circumstances with boldness, joy, and confidence.”
-Jordan Dooley, Best Selling Author
“While the causes may be different, there isn’t a human alive who gets through this life without being challenged by heartbreak or adversity. Ashley LeMieux has been in the depths of despair, and fought her way back becoming one of the most inspiring and positive people I know. Born to Shine teaches us when all is lost, how to find hope.”
-Sara Walsh, Emmy Award Winning Sportscaster
“The way Ashley tells her story, but also invites me to examine my own story, my own trials, my own life—is both masterful and powerful. I was moved by the unique exercises she offers for self-reflection and found new insight and beauty into my own life. Through Ashley bravely sharing her heart, I was able to see new facets of my own.”
-Alison Faulkner, Speaker and founder of The Alison Show
If you’re struggling with depression, grief, or fear, Born to Shine can help you overcome the darkness and be your best self. Even through the devastating loss of her children, Ashley lives her best life, and you can too.
- K.L. Romo, BookTrib
