Vibrant Waves

  Vibrant Waves partnered with my friend Newark Academy Student Olivier Dai on a podcast on Asian mental health project where we interview youth for their experiences on mental health and will be doing a short film. This is to  address stereotypes (such as the smart Asian kid, or expectations) and attitudes towards stress (aka, NEWARKACADEMY). today, Oliver and I sat down together to discuss at our first meeting. 

  Senior center visit  Inter generation

Last day of Summer tennis Slam Camp. This summer,   Slam summer Tennis camp donate 70% of proceeds to Second Serve non-profit org ( About Us | Second Serve | United States ) to support the organization dedicated to enhancing the lives of under-resourced kids who live tennis by giving them the equipment they need. 

    Music therapy

This Saturday (07/19) we were able to showcase TranquilTally to senior residential community at LIVIA in East Hanover, NJ. We were so happy to see that over 20 seniors attended and learned, through demonstration, how to use TranquilTally and the benefits of journaling. The app has been updated recently to accomodate for larger demographics by making font sizes bigger, allowing multiple different languages, and having a voice-to-text function in the journaling tab. 

  When we think about healthy aging, physical activity and nutrition often come to mind first. But just as important is nurturing our mental well-being. One incredibly accessible and powerful tool for boosting cognitive function and emotional balance in seniors – even those facing the challenges of Alzheimer's – is journaling . Journaling isn't just about jotting down daily events; it's a dynamic exercise for the brain and a quiet space for the soul. For seniors, the advantages are many: ●      Memory Support and Cognitive Engagement: The act of writing stimulates the brain, helping to strengthen neural pathways. For individuals experiencing dementia or early Alzheimer's, journaling can prompt memory recall, allowing them to revisit past experiences and significant life events. It helps preserve cherished memories and keeps cognitive functions active. ●      Emotional Release and Stress Reduction: Life in later years can bring a com...