We are a Christian, faith-focused brand!
We are a Christian, faith-focused brand!
Mission Statement
Rising from the Shadows is a wellness brand that is dedicated to helping people become whole. We focus on self-love, self-help, mental health, domestic violence, and assisting men and women in their journey to becoming their best selves.
Vision Statement
Our vision is to create a place where people will have equitable access to resources, spiritual counseling, shelter, uplifting merchandise, and support. We are aware that life has constant battles that we must face. Our goal is to make sure that you have a team of people that are dedicated to making sure that you do not face those battles alone!
Core Values
· Integrity
· Honesty
· Trustworthiness
· Accountability
· Leadership
· Humility
· Teamwork
· Collaboration and Partnership
To be apart of our family: Apply Here (currently only accepting volunteers and interns)
The H.A.V.E.N. Mentoring Program is designed to empower youth through guidance, encouragement, and personal growth. Rooted in the principles of Self-Love, Self-Help, and Self-Awareness, the program helps participants build confidence, resilience, and the skills needed to create successful futures. Join us as we inspire the next generation to rise above challenges and discover their full potential.
To Apply As A Mentor-> Apply Here
Rising From The Shadows: Life Behind The Smile is an inspirational and deeply personal Christian memoir and self-help book that shares one woman’s journey through trauma, abuse, depression, health struggles, and emotional pain while discovering healing, purpose, and faith in God. Through transparent storytelling, the author reflects on growing up in a strict and abusive household as a pastor’s daughter, battling low self-esteem, unhealthy relationships, anxiety, and life-threatening medical diagnoses.
Throughout the book, the author emphasizes the power of prayer, faith, positive confession, perseverance, and God’s provision during life’s darkest moments. Each chapter combines personal testimony with biblical scriptures, affirmations, reflective questions, and encouraging mantras designed to help readers strengthen their relationship with God and overcome their own struggles.
Key themes include trusting God to provide during difficult times, recognizing the importance of spiritual and earthly “angels,” healing from emotional wounds, speaking life over situations, and learning to see oneself through God’s eyes rather than through trauma or rejection. The book encourages readers to understand their worth, embrace resilience, and believe that painful experiences do not define their future.
Ultimately, Rising From The Shadows: Life Behind The Smile is a message of hope, restoration, and spiritual empowerment. It reminds readers that even in moments of brokenness, God can bring healing, purpose, and transformation, allowing them to rise above adversity and walk confidently into the life they were created to live.
Black Girls Interrupted Podcast
The Survival Program for Tweens and Teens (2022)
Summer Give Back (2023)
All Things Thru Christ (2025): Episodes 9 and 11
Transitioning from Pain to Purpose Podcast (2026)
All-N-1 Podcast (2026)
Polished Gems Podcast (2026)
Unspoken with Aggie Park Podcast (2026)
Social Media
TikTok: RisingFromTheShadowsLLC
Facebook: Rising From The Shadows
Instagram: RisingfromtheShadowsBrand
If you would like to send donations to Rising from the Shadows, LLC to help us continue our work in the community, you can donate via Ca$happ: $RisingFromTheShadows or shop from our Amazon's Operation Give Back list.
Any support that you give is appreciated! We are ready to expand and reach uncharted territories in the upcoming years!
-Latoya Alston, Founder of RFTS