Mahmoud @moody.io is a beacon of hope for our youth today. Born in Egypt and being Muslim, assimilating to American culture was very difficult. He struggled with avoiding and hiding his culture, lying about his ethnicity, and doing all he could to “fit in”. Mahmoud later realized that people’s opinions of him did not and do not define him or his identity. His entrepreneurial ventures started young, selling candy bars, and washing dishes. Moving into college, he worked for a couple of startups but soon said he did not want to pursue another startup UNLESS it had deep intrinsic value. And then, @flora.mind was born. He and his two best friends, @danny.ts0 & @khandkeraham had a conversation that sparked a movement to bring mental health education to our youth. Watch to find out more!
Life's Not Linear with August Ball
August is truly the portrait of strength and resilience. She shares with us her move to the Philippines at age 4, the experience of having a multiracial family, suffering so much adversity at such a young age, and how you have a good cry, have a good laugh, and keep moving forward. August shows that no obstacle is impossible. From having her birth mom being murdered at such a young age to growing up in a developing country, to fighting cervical cancer, and launching Cream City Conservation - August is a superwoman.
Life's Not Linear with Trevor Jones
Trevor really opens up about his journey, his obstacles, his choices, ramifications, and how he’s gotten more in touch with himself and moved past them.