“This is not just a book—it’s a sanctuary” Born from the haunting silence of a young girl’s suffering and carried forward by the voices of women from every corner of the globe, From Our Hearts to Yours is a tapestry of true stories, raw truths, deep healing, and unwavering hope. Across six vital chapters - Your One True Self, Social Media, Health, Love and Relationships, Loving Your Career and Finding Your Purpose, and Time and Money Freedom - you’ll walk hand-in-hand with women aged eleven to ninety from all cultures, religions, and walks of life. Their voices are tender, fierce, wise, funny, and powerful. Their stories - whether of joy, resilience, trauma, or transformation - offer a comforting arm around the shoulders of any girl or woman navigating life’s path. This book is for you. For your sister. Your mother. Your daughter. Your friend. Your boyfriend, husband, or lover. For anyone who wants to understand and uplift the divine journey of being female in today’s world. Let it hold you, guide you, and remind you that you are not alone. “This book feels like a conversation with dozens of wise big sisters and aunties. The stories are honest, the advice is real, and the message is simple but powerful: you’re not alone, and your choices matter. It’s the kind of book every girl and young woman should have within reach when life feels confusing or exciting or both.” —Dr. Robin Buckley, Executive Coach and Author of Voices from the Village: Advice for Girls on the Verge of Adulthood and Marriage Inc.: The Boardroom Blueprint to a Lasting Love “There is something profoundly healing about women sharing their stories—across generations, across differences, across miles. From Our Hearts to Yours is a global circle of mentors, each voice a reminder that we rise higher when we lift one another. Every young woman who opens these pages will feel seen, supported, and inspired to trust her own strength.” —Wendy Foster, Chief Operating Officer, Social Impact Partners and former CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts “For decades, I’ve witnessed the power of connection. I have seen how a single caring voice or story can change the trajectory of a girl’s life. From Our Hearts to Yours captures the same magic. It brings together wise and generous women, the big sisters, aunties, and mentors that every young woman deserves, offering guidance, love, and a reminder that she already holds everything she needs within herself.” —Deb Ansourlian, Leadership Coach and Former Executive Director of Girls Inc. of Boston, and Lynn, Massachusetts “From Our Hearts to Yours contains pearls of hard-earned wisdom from women with gifts to share. It’s like hearing from some favorite aunties or your mom’s coolest friends. I wish I had this book when I was a young woman!” —Maria Leonard Olsen, author of 50 After 50: Reframing the Next Chapter of Your Life, podcaster, attorney, journalist, and mentor to women in recovery “A love letter from one generation to the next, From Our Hearts to Yours is a gem of hard-won wisdom that celebrates the unshakable bond among women. Let it guide you through the magnificent, messy journey of becoming a woman who lives boldly, loves fiercely, and walks into her future with unshakable confidence.” —Gina Vild, author of Buoyant: The Art and Science of a Resilient Life (in 2026) and co-author of The Two Most Important Days: How to Find Your Purpose and Live a Happier, Healthier Life. Former Associate Dean and Chief Communications Officer, Harvard Medical School, resilience coach and speaker “This is a cornucopia of wisdom every woman has ever needed from the cradle to the grave…I found myself smiling and laughing and then reflecting…A must for every mother, daughter, grandmother, sister, friend or to give to your son to really understand what girls go through to become the women they love and admire…” —Abi Morgan, Writer “This is a beautiful book for people from all walks of life, but particularly for young women. The stories and wisdom are shared so compellingly and told from the heart. Your attention is captured in the design which creates a rich tapestry weaving in different perspectives. I am looking forward to sharing it with my friends.” —Nilema Bhakta-Jones, Courageous Leaders Founder, www.courageousleadersevent.com Lisa Burton I’m a business leader and legal technology specialist, with a strong focus on the responsible use of data and AI to support transparency, fairness, and better decision-making. I’m also a proud mum of two grown boys. This book is born from a profound experience - serving as Chair of the Jury in a rape trial where a young woman’s story stayed with me. It’s a deeply personal reflection on justice, empathy, and the quiet power of shared stories. My hope is that it offers a comforting reassurance to young women that we all face life’s challenges and that, for the young woman at the heart of that trial, it may have helped her feel seen and supported. Elizabeth Kno