Carole D. Fontaine is a successful graphic designer, writer, and student of holistic and yogic philosophies. Her certifications include: Mindfulness Life Coach, Meditative Writing, Shakti Dance(R) Yoga, and Reiki Master Teacher. With 20,000 nautical miles under her belt, she has triumphantly embraced the art of observing and navigating the currents of life. Fontaine teaches self-improvement and empowerment workshops on mindset and stress management. Originally from Qu�bec, she spent 25 years in Florida and cruised the Bahamas before sailing to Maine where she currently lives with her husband of 33 years.Her first book SAIL Above the Clouds: How to Simplify your Life was a Bestseller on Amazon for weeks, a finalist for Book of the Year from Book Talk Radio Club (UK), and sold copies across five continents.
"""Carole's book S.A.I.L. showcases the resiliency and adaptability needed to tackle the unpredictable nature of the sea and draws powerful parallels to the challenges faced in our everyday lives. Through her journey from being a novice to mastering the art of sailing a 20-ton boat, in addition to figuring out her own health issues, she serves as a beacon of strength and empowerment. Her realizations about her own capabilities, reflected in her writings, inspire readers to confront their fears and embrace challenges, whether on open waters or in the confines of their homes. A truly uplifting and empowering writer (and human being)."" -Carolyn Delaney, Publisher, Journey Magazine ""Carole's book does a fantastic job of inspiring people to live a fulfilled life...I highly suggest it to our readers."" -Mike Desimon, SAIL JUNKY Magazine ""A true-life story about a couple that made the decision to dramatically change their lives by buying, then moving aboard, a sailboat. Carole's ""life lesson"" is to simplify your values, and this book is an excellent example of how. Choosing to sail above the clouds is not a dreamer's quest; it is a survival skill."" -Latitudes and Attitudes Magazine"