CBC News Autistic artist about to jump from canvas to fashion runway
  • Recognizing the strengths in each of us: this teenager, "has minimal speech & comprehension skills. But give him a brush & some paint, & he communicates expressively".
Boston Globe ‘Wheelchair Man’ tells a real-life superhero story
  • “Especially in developing countries, there is some kind of taboo that your life has ended if you lose your legs. I want people to understand that you can still do great things,” said Sayed. He hopes the success of Wheelchair Man allows him to return to Afghanistan one day to locate his 16-year-old sister, Zarah, and bring her to safety.
Upworthy "This school replaced detention with meditation. The results are stunning."
  • ​ The Mindful Moment Room at Robert W. Coleman Elementary encourages misbehaving kids to "sit in the room & go through practices like breathing or meditation, helping them calm down & re-center." Read the full article to discover other significant benefits of mindfulness & Holistic Life Foundation activities in classroom settings.
Huffington Post "Teen Makes ‘Sit With Us’ App That Helps Students Find Lunch Buddies"
  • In her interview on NPR, Natalie H. says, "At my old school, I was completely ostracized by all of my classmates, and so I had to eat lunch alone every day...I felt like, with my story, it was my job to stand up and do something about all the kids who feel like this every day. And I wanted to create something that would address bullying, but in a positive way."
The Oracle "Find daily happiness in the little things"
  • "The cycle of 'saving happiness for later' should be avoided at all costs, and one should learn to live in the present, instead of constantly planning their next move."
    • switch up transportation - bike or walk, instead of driving
    • attend weekly yoga sessions with a friend
    • start a short record of your activities - a daily blog reflection
Chicago Tribune "Tinley Park Teen Helps Teens Fighting Cancer" 
  • "Sharing is caring & it's always nice to know the kids have a smile on their face, because their smiles are priceless. When I brought my gift cards to the [POTCF] to donate, I was happy I gave them to the kids & I knew I made a good decision." Austin C. (age 15)
Huffington Post "Homeless Teen Earns America’s Got Talent Golden Buzzer With Chills-Worthy Performance" 
  • ​Struggling through financial hardships & living without a home, this 14-year-old follows her passion for singing & is selected to share her talent with the world.
Mercury News "Teen sisters from Redwood City win international mobile app competition" 
  • Redwood city teens inspire both creativity & public service by creating an app which allows users to locate places where unwanted household items can be donated.
Epoch Times "After Losing his Mom, a Detroit Teen is Helping Young People Cope with Grief" 
  • Following the loss of his mother, DeAngelo launched an organization to help youth with grief and loss. He overcame this tragedy in his life & dedicated himself to helping others. ​"It didn't defeat me...If I share my story to one person, I know it's going to change someone's life."
NPR "Syrian Teen's 9-Minute Doc Hits Cannes, Sundance, L.A. Film Fest" 
  • Quoted in the NY Times, Khaldiya says, "I want to show the rest of the world that even though we live in a refugee camp, & have different lives from others, we still have dreams & ambitions. We are creative. We strive to rise above our limitations & work toward our dreams." View her story in the full doc here!
Washington Post "Kids, you’re too smart to skip breakfast"
  • ​Brain power, growth, mood, disease prevention, & more - all in one simple meal. Don't pass up on breakfast!
CNN "Teen invents a $60 hearing device"
  • Passionate about helping his grandfather, this teen makes hearing possible for many by inventing a device that is both affordable & discreet.
LA Times "Is your high schooler sleep-deprived?" 
  • Risk-taking driving behavior is linked to inadequate sleep. Not getting enough sleep, means bad news for yourself & risk of injury to others.
NPR "Cooking For Cancer Patients, Teens Learn More Than Recipes" 
  • By learning to cook for a community in need, teens experience the genuine joy & satisfaction of giving. 
Fox News "Amputee gymnast defies odds to compete with prosthetic"
  • Kate Foster is proof that you should believe in your abilities & not allow any disappointment or challenge hinder your ambitions!

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