Community Highlights: Meet Sparkle Lindsay of Sparkle

Today we’d like to introduce you to Sparkle Lindsay.

Hi Sparkle, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My name is Sparkle Lindsay and I am a motivational keynote speaker, author, and International Recovery Coach Professional facilitator. I am the owner of Sparkle LLC’s “Phoenix Rising Recovery Coach Academy.”

When I was 21 years old, my walking was taken away from me in the middle of my college basketball career when I was diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis and wheelchair-bound for 8 months. I was told that I would never walk again and that I’d never play basketball again as well. 

Although that was what the doctor said, I did walk again, I played two years of college basketball and tried out for the WNBA. I soon turned down the opportunity due to other autoimmune issues occurring. During my journey, I have accumulated 5 autoimmune conditions, myasthenia gravis, fibromyalgia, lupus, vitiligo, and lastly, Hashimoto’s. 

I graduated with my bachelor’s and jumped into a corporate job as an HR executive for three big box retailers for 15 years. During that time, I worked really, really hard, but I also started partying a lot. I begin to drink and drugs around the clock consistently while trying to uphold my job. During that time, I had an employee who killed himself in front of me, and I spiraled. I was having nightmares and using cocaine and alcohol to stay awake. It was really a difficult time for me, and I knew I had to change my way of living. I went to Jail a few times to find that the only person that was going to get me out of this was me. 

On May 4, 2019, I started my first day in treatment to get sober, and from the grace of God himself, I am soon to be celebrating five years of long-term recovery on May 4th, 2024. My inspiration came from turning my pain into purpose while going through my journey and continuing to go through my journey. I didn’t wanna work for anyone anymore, so I started my own business, Sparkle LLC. The business is currently 3 1/half years old, and I started it on October 20, 2020. 

Having my own business helped me in my recovery journey, but it has also helped 650 coaches become great coaches in their journey as they walk alongside those fighting to take their lives back daily. I am Extremely grateful for my journey and what has transpired, and I am extremely happy for the opportunity to take Sparkle LLC to the next level and consistently work on myself by staying focused on the balance of my mind, body, and spirit. 

I am now looking to continue Sparkle LLC by making sure it is one of the biggest coach’s hubs in the nation, and I am looking to speak the word of unity and transformation consistently. 

Great, so let’s talk business. Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Sparkle LLC offers a unique approach to coaching, facilitating, and recruiting coaches in the mental health and substance use industry. The company trains and facilitates coaches to excel in these challenging fields, equipping them with the necessary tools to be successful recovery coaches. 

What sets us apart is our deep understanding of the complexities involved in this line of work, as I have personal experience in overcoming addiction and mental health myself. I prioritize self-care and personal growth, ensuring our coaches are well-prepared to navigate the difficulties they may encounter. By helping coaches help themselves, Sparkle LLC empowers them to provide the best support and guidance to their clients, ultimately making a lasting impact on the recovery journey. 

I am most proud of where Sparkle LLC is going. We have managed to make apparel, books with curriculum, state certifications available for coaches, coach placement opportunities, resume help, and supervision support for coaches needing direction on a regular basis. 

There have been 650 graduates of Sparkle LLC, and I never thought this was possible, but overall, the brand is starting to make a huge difference for coaches out there willing to help themselves and walk with others as well. I am a hub that trains coaches monthly; I have classes available on sparklelindsay.com to pursue a career in recovery coaching and receive state and national certification. 

Do you have recommendations for books, apps, blogs, etc.?
Quantum healing, Tony Robinson, Oprah Winfrey, Therapy, meetings, continued education, meditation, music, and working out. 

Contact Info:

• Website: sparklelindsay.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soflyexperience
• Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/sparkle-lindsay
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfO9Je7sUGNOFaAv2OCVX_g