Hello and Welcome! On today's episode we have a wonderful discussion with Deanna Blasi DeAndino, a mother who developed a brilliant tool for kids while on her own journey of healing. Her inspiring story dealing with postpartum depression helped to create her mission to help children and parents find intentional presence for at least 5 minutes a day with The Mindset Tapestry Self-Affirming Mirror Talk Affirmations for Kids. The impact of self affirmation encourages positive support for children’s mental health and wellness as well as offers parents and caregivers a moment of clarity. Parents model the words and children mimic them. This creates a beautiful opportunity for bonding, security, and gratitude. Children can finally be exposed early on to holistic routines to set themselves up for future success and resilience as the brain is developing and molding to "I am" affirmations that promote self-awareness, confidence, authenticity, and self-acceptance, something we all (kids & adults) could use a little more guidance in.

Deanna Blasi DeAndino is a mother, educator, and the founder/CEO of The Mindset Tapestry. Her work in emotional wellness tools for children is reshaping parenting practices. Deanna is deeply committed to advancing mental health, with a focus on early childhood development and promoting awareness of maternal mental health.

Ari is the host of the Growth, Grace, and Gratitude Podcast. She is a pre-med/psychology graduate, a professional ballerina, lifestyle columnist, and author who grew up performing ballet at Lincoln Center with New York City Ballet, Miami City Ballet, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and at Madison Square Garden. Her poem book "Long Distance Love" is coming out this summer! Her unique upbringing has inspired her to open up the conversation with experts in their field for the purpose of growing in self-development. We cover themes pertaining to spirituality & astrology, relationships & dating, mental health & career, and more. From everyone’s favorite Astrologer Valerie Mesa to ADHD Mental Health Coach Brooke Schnittman, to Board-Certified Neurophysiologist Toby Pasman and International Renowned spiritual teacher Guy Finley, our guests are diverse and motivational in their approach to lending their expertise in the form of offering practical daily mental health guidance for our listeners. We just celebrated over 30 inspiring guests in less than a few months and look forward to continuing the conversation to inspire all generations towards achieving authentic happiness and success! Connect with us for daily & weekly inspired content & conversation on:

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