Rise Above, Find the Sunshine: God, Life, Love: Poetry by debut author Sapna Shastri, an uplifting and spiritual collection of poems that celebrates the journey of transformation through faith, resilience, and divine love.
In this inspiring new work, Sapna Shastri opens her heart to readers, blending personal experience with universal truth. Her poetry reflects the timeless dance between light and darkness, hope and struggle, and ultimately, the rediscovery of one’s true self. Rooted in both spirituality and humanity, Shastri’s voice guides readers to embrace life’s lessons and rise toward the sunshine of their own potential.
"This book is a journey through the soul," says Shastri. "It is about learning to trust in God, to find peace within, and to see how love, in all its forms, brings meaning to our existence."
Through four chapters—Story and Experience, God, Life, and Love—Rise Above, Find the Sunshine explores themes of faith, purpose, and empowerment. From reflective verses about personal growth and divine connection to tender poems celebrating love and gratitude, Shastri’s writing invites readers to heal, reflect, and transform.
The collection resonates with those seeking balance, self-understanding, and a deeper spiritual connection. Her poems such as “From the Moment I Met My Guru,” “God Is in Your Life,” and “Rise Me Above” remind readers that no matter where they are in life’s journey, there is always light to be found.
A native of California with a background in psychology, Sapna Shastri brings a thoughtful and empathetic perspective to her work. Influenced by her experiences in meditation, Hindu spirituality, and personal awakening, she uses poetry as a bridge between the inner and outer worlds. Rise Above, Find the Sunshine marks her first published collection and serves as a reflection of her belief that words can heal, inspire, and unite.
"Through faith, we rise; through love, we live," Shastri writes. "My hope is that these poems help readers see the divine within themselves and walk toward their own light."

About the Author

Sapna Shastri is a freelance writer and poet from California. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of California, Riverside. Her passion for faith, spirituality, and personal growth shines through her writing, where she encourages readers to live authentically and with purpose. Rise Above, Find the Sunshine: God, Life, Love: Poetry is her debut book.
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