Kai's Presentation Options
“Escape: Overcoming Anxiety and Intrusive Thoughts”
In this presentation, Kai tells the story of overcoming the panic attacks and generalized anxiety disorder that he struggled with in college. Kai talks deeply about the origins of his anxiety, the symptoms he experienced, and the nature of his paralyzing intrusive thoughts. The presentation concludes with Kai explaining his road to recovery and an…
Chapter Workshops
This 60 minute workshop offers students and faculty the opportunity to learn about and discuss how to start and grow an Active Minds chapter.
Virtual versions of Presentations and Workshops
Kai offers virtual versions of his presentations and workshops.
Workshop: “Rapping the Movement”
Over the past three decades, hip-hop has developed into one of the most influential social cultures in the world. For years, it has been used to inspire the masses and enlighten society on taboo issues that plague our society. In this workshop, participants will have the opportunity to explore ways to promote mental health awareness messaging…
“Active Mic: Mental Health Through Music”
Kai’s presentation is an original interactive performance created to promote mental health awareness in an entertaining and educational way. Beginning as Carnegie Cafe Conversations, informal group discussions in Carnegie Mellon University’s dorm communities, Kai’s presentation has transformed into a high energy hip-hop concert complemented by the honest narrative of his mental illness and recovery.
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