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EP#49 - ELEVATING MATH SKILLS WITH MENTAL WELLNESS with Britteny Petty
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In this episode, I talk with Britteny Petty, CEO and Owner of EmpowerU CrownUp, about elevating math skills with mental wellness.
Here Are Some of the Questions I Ask Britteny Petty:
- How did you get started in your current role and what inspired you to focus on mental wellness and math skills?
- Who do you help in your business now and how do you support them?
- How does EmpowerU CrownUp prioritize mental health alongside math skills for young individuals in STEM pursuits?
- Can you highlight the importance of a positive mindset in mental health when aiming to excel in subjects like math and science?
- How does focusing on mental health empower students to achieve greatness, especially underrepresented groups in STEM fields?
Here Are Some Key Points Discussed in This Episode About Elevating Math Skills with Mental Wellness:
- Origins of EmpowerU CrownUp: Britteny shares how her experience as a math teacher and the mental health needs she observed in her students led to the creation of her organization.
- Target Audience: The primary focus is on moms, educators, and entrepreneurs, helping them to prioritize their mental health to be better for their families and communities.
- Mental Health and Academic Success: Emphasizing the direct correlation between mental health and success in learning. Britteny explains how taking care of one’s mental health can lead to better focus and achievement in academic pursuits.
- Positive Mindset: The importance of maintaining a positive mindset and using affirmations to build self-belief and resilience.
- Impact on Students: Personal stories of how mental wellness programs and positive reinforcement have led students to excel in their studies and feel empowered to pursue their dreams.
- Holistic Approach: Integrating mental health with academic learning to provide a holistic support system for students, ensuring they are mentally prepared to tackle academic challenges.
About the Host: Tiffani Teachey
Tiffani Teachey is a Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) advocate, TEDx international speaker, and international best-selling author of the children’s book “What Can I Be? STEM Careers from A to Z,” the STEM Crew Kids Adventures series, and three empowerment books. She is the host of the Read It Right Radio Show on WDRBmedia. Tiffani owns Thrive Edge Publishing and is the owner/publishing consultant of Inspired Authors Publishing. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Science in Engineering Management, both from The University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She is a Leadership Studies Ph.D. student at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
As an engineer with over 19 years of experience, Tiffani is passionate about inspiring the next generation to engage in STEM careers. She was born and raised in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and enjoys traveling and being a youth mentor. For more about Tiffani, visit her website at www.TiffaniTeachey.com. Check out the free STEM gift—the 10 STEM Scholarships & Organizations e-book—at www.stemistheway.com.
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