In the first collection of stories, celebrated leaders deliver inspiring accounts about how they have overcome deep trauma to serve others. Stories include rediscovering personal passion, healing from abuse, the struggles of motherhood, addiction, sobriety, caring for aging parents, moving on after divorce, and the importance of community. Through their pain, these authors remove the veil that covers mental health awareness to show others what is possible. By looking within and accepting help from external sources, they have transformed into a group of coaches, speakers, and advocates in their communities.

Consisting of twenty-four powerful short stories, Heal to Lead: Stories to Turn Your Wounds Into Wisdom Volume One, provides an unforgettable collection of individual courage, resilience, and determination to rise above the challenges we all face in life. These real-life accounts are not for the faint of heart and address the real fear that many people feel each and every day. As these leaders share their personal experience, knowledge, and practical tools, others will learn how to overcome obstacles and evolve into a new version of themselves.

Featuring stories by Hay House Author Jennifer Grace and Keena Alexander, Mandy Barr, Anna Berends, Maria Brannon, Danette Brown, Catterina Calderon, Deanna Coyle, Irene Doreste, Heather Everett, Gwen Alyssa Gaydos, Kim Herrlein, Shauna Kelly, Jill Anenberg Lawrence, Aaron Mastny, Megan Munsell, Toni Napolitano, Laura Lee Paha, Jacquelynn Powers, Jill Rapperport Reiss, Marie Smith, Thea Sommer, Masha Venta, and Katherine Zhang.