When most people hear Mixed Martial Arts, mental wellness probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. They think of the UFC, the Octagon, knockouts, blood, and fighters pushing themselves to their physical limits. That’s the side of MMA we see. What we see much less often is everything happening inside the fighter; the…
One year ago, Simply Serene existed only as an idea. It was an idea I believed in so deeply that I made what was probably the biggest decision of my life—I invested my own college savings to bring it to life. That first investment wasn’t just money. It was my belief that students everywhere deserve…
Today is a really exciting milestone for all of us. After exploring many different ideas and designs, we’ve finally chosen the official logo for Simply Serene! This wasn’t a decision I made alone. Our team spent countless hours thinking about what Simply Serene truly stands for and how we wanted that to be reflected in…
Good morning, everyone. I woke up today feeling incredibly grateful. Sometimes I have to remind myself that this all started as an idea, a simple dream of creating something that could help students like me feel a little less overwhelmed. Now, every morning I get to wake up and work alongside an amazing team that’s…
I’m excited to share that Notre Dame Prep has featured Simply Serene and the story behind its creation in a new article, “Serenity, Shared.” Simply Serene began with habits I was trying for myself. Journaling, breathing exercises, and meditation helped me make space to slow down when school, activities, and everyday stress felt overwhelming. As…
We are excited to announce another important step forward for Serene. The live version of the app is scheduled to begin testing at Notre Dame School, giving students the opportunity to experience the app in a real-world educational environment. This testing opportunity has been coordinated with the school’s principal and counselors, whose support has helped…