Social Impact Heroes: Why & How Deana Mitchell of Genius & Sanity Is Helping To Change Our World

Humans need to be more kind. Imagine a world where everyone says hello to each other. Opens the door, goes out of their way to help someone for no reason. I grew up in the South and worked in hospitality for 30 years. So, I pick up trash on the sidewalk and say hello to strangers everywhere I go. Some think I am nuts, but it is who I am. When we help others, our own mental health improves. It makes you feel good and in turn the world becomes a kinder place. But, when we are all staring at our phones, putting up fake happy facades and ignoring each other, loneliness takes over. Humans need connection with others to feel loved, appreciated and valued.

As a part of our series about “Mental Health Champions” helping to promote mental wellness, I had the pleasure to interview Deana Mitchell.