Andra Liemandt, founder and CEO of The Kindness Campaign®, is transforming kids' lives by teaching self-love and emotional health from an early age. Sparked by a tragedy in her friend's family, Andra’s mission is to empower kids with tools for emotional resilience and kindness. Through art, music, and programs like the “magic mirror,” The Kindness Campaign partners with schools to create safe spaces where children can learn to understand and express their emotions. Join us as we dive into Andra’s advice for empowering a kinder, more resilient generation with mental health tools that work for adults, too!

(00:00:00) Introductions

(00:03:21) The Kindness Campaign’s Mission to Promote Mental Health & Body Kindness

(00:17:25) Passion-Driven Learning: Helping Kids Find Their Passions & Navigate Challenges

(00:26:00) TKC’s In-School Programs & Tools to Support Mental Health

(00:34:24) Building Self-Love through Gratitude, Creativity & Finding Your Superpower

(00:44:01) The Inspiration Behind TKC’s Bracelet-Making Volunteer Program

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Guest Info:

• Website: tkckindness.org

• Andra’s Instagram: @andraliemandt

• The Kindness Campaign Instagram: @tkckindness

• Read: Enoughie Finds His Superpower

Resources:

• Read: The Big Silence: A Daughter's Memoir of Mental Illness and Healing

• Therapy For All: Resources for those in need

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