Today, we’re honored to share these words from Julena, a woman who turned her journey into art and her courage into words. Her voice shines here. Julena spoke at our recent graduation celebration, and we couldn’t be more proud of her! "I am incredibly proud to be a graduate of both Leap to … [Read more...]
A Roomful of Overcomers
Normally, you don’t think of enabling as a good thing, but this class is about us enabling each other to feel good about ourselves… and you don’t really get that anywhere else. By Alyssa Jenkins They say mindset is everything, but what does that look like in the real world? People suffer … [Read more...]
Now Renee is Ready to Leap
Leap to Confidence graduate Renee’s life has been riddled with challenges since the day she was born. She grew up in a gang infested neighborhood and was raised by her grandmother and mother who, despite her kind nature and big heart, fought her own battle with alcohol and drug abuse for over 30 … [Read more...]
Leaping Past the Biggest Obstacle of All – Fear
I sat in the audience with 500 people in awe, with a swelling sense of pride. I listened to a courageous woman talk about getting past her own fears and reaching out for help. What I realized was not only how much courage it took her to leave an abusive, dangerous marriage, but even more, how … [Read more...]
I Did it and You Can Leap Too
Four Years of Alumni Inspire Future Graduates I love to tell them that I started in those same seats and felt what they are feeling now. But look at me now. If I did it, they can, too. --Ruth You can tell a program works when former participants leap at the chance to return. As week one … [Read more...]
