Anastasia Lindsey is an award-winning, best-selling author and poet whose work ignites passion, transformation, healing, and raw emotion. With two published poetry collections, features in two anthologies and magazines, and with recognition from Kirkus Reviews, Midwest Book Reviews, Independent Book Review, and BookView Review, she has created a powerful voice in contemporary poetry and has been writing poetry since grade school. A three-time Readers’ Choice Award winner and Literary Titan Gold Book Award winner, Anastasia crafts verses exploring themes of healing, love, and self-discovery, to connect humanity, one poem at a time.  She is a dynamic literary force, leading sold-out poetry workshops both online and in person, empowering others to find their voice through verse. Anastasia has also served as a three-time Poetry Out Loud judge for the Decatur, Illinois competition and served as the scorekeeper's assistant for the Springfield, Illinois competition. She is also a proud member of Decatur Area Poets, where she helps to foster and increase the awareness and love for poetry within the community. She is also the 2025 recipient of The Horace Livingston Writer's Award. Beyond the page, Anastasia is an artist, singer, public speaker, and was a contestant on The Voice. 

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Anastasia shares her journey of spiritual awakening, self-discovery, and healing through poetry after experiencing bullying in two corporate jobs. She opens up about the pain of staying too long, the grief of letting go, and the surprising transformation that came from standing in her truth. Through vulnerable storytelling and heartfelt poetry readings, Anastasia reminds us that healing is not only possible—it’s beautiful. This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt unseen, unheard, or unworthy… and is ready to reclaim their voice. 

Follow Anastasia: 
Instagram: www.instagram.com/anamariepoetry  
Website: www.summersolacehealing.com 

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