Speaker Presentation Options
One Conversation Can Change A Life
One conversation has the capability to change your life. Just one. Detailing his lived experiences battling depression, anxiety, suicide attempts, psychiatric hospital visits, and loss of loved ones… to graduating college, becoming a published author, speaking across the country, and starting a family, Greg gives us a new way to look at hope; through conversations….
The Connection Experience
Anthony Sartori will guide your organization through an immersive one-hour training to build connection and community, oriented around the U.S. Surgeon General’s Framework for Workplace Mental Health & Well-Being. We will experientially practice resilience skills such as gratitude and mindfulness to build trust and empathy. We will also engage in small and large group discussions…
Struggle, Don’t Suffer (Recommended for High School and College Audiences)
“Struggle, Don’t Suffer” is designed to help youth understand the difference between going through a difficult time in life and dealing with mental health issues like depression, and suicidal thoughts. Helping distinguish between when they are struggling or suffering allows them to get the help and support they need. Through personal anecdotes, Donovan helps youth…
BYOBF
“BYOBF” stands for Be Your Own Best Friend and in this presentation, Donovan helps his audience recognize the importance of having a positive relationship with themselves. Lots of people know how to be a good friend to others, but many people struggle with being a good friend to themselves. By helping others recognize that when…
Crackin’ Up with Dr. Kris: Where Therapy Meets Comedy
If laughter is the medicine, let Dr. Kris and special guest comedians bring a one-of-a-kind therapy session meets comedy show experience to your organization. Build community, team work, and spread some cheer at a time where we need joy, not fear, germs, or frustrations to be contagious.
The Science of Mindfulness
Within this “Age of Anxiety”, the pressure to hyper-perform and jump through endless hoops is taking its toll. Mindfulness has surged in popularity, but what exactly does it offer? Beyond the hype, learn how to apply the science of mindfulness to reduce anxiety to stay well and do well. From coping with the pandemic, to…
Burnout Prevention and Retention Strategies During Crisis and The Great Resignation
In this Age of Burnout and The Great Resignation, leaders and employees need tangible ways to optimize work environments that foster resilience, camaraderie, psychological safety, and trust. Learn evidence-based habits, mindsets, and practices to help create organizational cultures that strive to protect against the risk of burnout, exhaustion, and overstimulation, while optimizing talent, strengths, and…
“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…
Practicing Self-Care & Mental Wellness in The Workplace and Beyond
Learn about Ivy’s story of her struggle with her mental health as an athlete (anxiety, depression), her fear of speaking up due to the stigma around mental health, but how speaking up saved her life. Ivy will discuss: Feeling empowered to know that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness Learning hands…
Supporting The Mental Health of Your Students And Yourself – How You Can Make A Difference
Learn about Ivy’s story of her struggle with her mental health as an athlete (anxiety, depression), her fear of speaking up due to the stigma around mental health, but how speaking up saved her life. Ivy will discuss: Feeling empowered as an administrator, coach or parent to support the mental health of their students and…
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