About Karolyn

“Karolyn’s work to promote Wellness, Fitness, Self-Empowerment, and Self-Belief is one that I have witnessed firsthand. Her Self-Elevate movement to help women become their very best is extremely powerful.

I had the opportunity to sit in on one of her Wellness talks this past year, and I left extremely motivated. Years ago I was able to witness her physical transformation, as we were members at the same gym while she was preparing for her first fitness competition. While at her event, I gained an even deeper understanding of her emotional and mental transformation as well.

Watching and hearing about her journey was great, but to now see the way she is using her own experiences and giving back to others is a testament to her character and the authenticity of her work. Much Love Karolyn! Keep doing your thing. We need you !”

— Javan

“Karolyn has this natural ability to make you feel comfortable, no matter your fitness level!

She is a superb example of healthy change. Her strength inspires me to keep going!

Her monthly wellness talks keep me encouraged and motivated. One healthy day at a time!”

— Jamie

"Knowing Karolyn for the better part of four decades and being inspired by her growth and development, I wish I could have read this a long time ago. My life would have changed in one read."

— Eric

“Karolyn has a gift, a light, inside of her. Her life story, while complicated and challenging, is a testament to the fruits you reap when you place your energy into your Faith and passion. This book is thoughtful and well-written. Karolyn takes us through her history and not for reasons to draw attention to herself, but to help others turn their attention where it's needed most. Inward. Her message is thought-provoking and you can feel her warmth through the pages. Absolutely a must-read for anyone unsure of who they are or who they should be.“

— Lorraine

Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope

Maya Angelou

Love does not begin and end the way we seem to think it does. Love is a battle, love is war; Love is growing up

James Baldwin

Paint a picture in your mind of your goals, believe it, and make it happen.Your wellness matters

Karolyn Drone-Smith

I am a strong woman because a strong woman raised me

Unknown

A sister can be seen as someone who is both ourselves and very much not ourselves-a special kind of double

Toni Morrison

Grief is like the ocean; it comes on waves ebbing and flowing. Sometimes the water is calm, and sometimes it’s overwhelming. All we can do is learn to swim

Vicki Harrison

You should never view your challenges as a disadvantage. Instead, it’s important for you to understand that your experience facing and overcoming adversity is actually on your biggest advantages

Michelle Obama

The Beauty of Brokeness is that God can put the pieces back together again

Jeremiah 17:14

If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else

Booker T.Washington

It is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. To forgive, Forgive everybody

Maya Angelou