Meet Brian Simmons! At just 25 years old he started a clothing brand to help spread positivity and mental health awareness. We talk about his determination, work ethic and overall goals for Positive Mental.

Positive Mental's social media platforms:

Jed Foundation's platform

Danielle Allore-Taylor-Taylor is using her passion to help restore beloved stuffed animals. Her work is more than just sewing the animal's seams together. She tells stories about heartbreak, overcoming obstacles and the true meaning of how a stuffed animal can restore one's heart. 

Danielle's Social Media:

Sprouting Minds blog post:

Houston is a 24 year old world traveler and photographer. Houston was born with Down syndrome a genetic variation, which means he was born with an extra chromosome. Houston has used his photography passion to connect with those around him and spread awareness that anyone can do anything if they just try. 

For more information on Down syndrome: Nation Down syndrome society 

Houston's social media platforms:

Instagram

TikTok

Website

Cherish is a Special Education teacher in Illinois. She works hard to bring her own experiences into the classroom and include her students in every step of their education. 

Cherish's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cherishmsjay?lang=en

Get to know Yasmin as she shares how she wound up in the field of education. Yasmin owns her own consulting business for parents, teachers, directors and schools. Listen to what experiences have helped shape Yasmin into a mindful and meaningful educator.

Special Instructions: a teacher who specializes in guiding, supporting and understanding the cognitive, emotional and social development in children. 

Kidville: a center that provides art, music, dance and more activities for children. 

Yasmin's Website https://www.ykdconsulting.org

Yasmin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ykdconsulting/