Cindy Ashton is a motivational performer and expert in helping people kiss their monsters, unleash their courage and live their greatest lives. Cindy was born with a 20% chance of living, underwent three heart surgeries by age fourteen and was left in chronic pain and with a damaged lung. She has recovered well beyond doctor’s expectations and is now dedicated to empowering others to take positive action in their lives.

Graduating on the Dean’s list and earning a scholarship, Cindy completed an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Music and Kinesiology from York University. Her advanced studies focused on Relaxation, Health Psychology and Education. A true believer in holistic wellness, Cindy balanced out her western training with further studies in Reiki, the Chakra system and Meditation.

A nationally published writer, Cindy presents keynote speeches, interactive seminars and motivational concerts across North America. Among her previous clients are Princess Margaret Hospital, Region of Peel and Royal Conservatory of Music. Using a powerful blend of story, song and hands on tools, Cindy combines her extensive backgrounds in performing, education and kinesiology with her own real life experience.

With over 8 years as an educational consultant for the Royal Conservatory of Music’s “Learning through the Arts” program, her creative work has been published in two teacher resource guides and distributed nationally.

In addition to her work as an educator & facilitator, Cindy studied singing, dancing & acting intensely with Randolph Academy for the Performing Arts, Second City, Livent of Canada & Toronto Dance Theatre and has performed numerous times on stage, TV and in recordings.

Cindy has been featured on CBC Radio 2, Chin Radio and the Body Mind Spirit Show as well as other national media. She released her debut CD, Don’t Rain On My Parade, in 2006 and her Kiss the Monster Meditation CD in 2008.