The Art To Living: The Docuseries
About
Brittany Ann Dimyan’s inspirational docuseries, The Art to Living, features a variety of stories that come together on screen in a mosaic style offering of real life trials and triumphs. As you follow the journeys of storytellers from different places and walks of life, you will begin to see a universal pattern of Silver Linings emerge and despite their differences, the testimonies all connect in surprising ways. You will begin to believe, as she did, that even throughout life’s toughest challenges, when you harness the power of your mind, the seemingly impossible can occur. The Art to Living docuseries is an honest, vulnerable and thrilling peek at how the power of your mind can create your reality. And that if you truly believe, anything is possible, even your wildest dreams!
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Join Brittany as she explores the core themes of The Art to Living:
Resilience, Love, Hope, Forgiveness, Perseverance, and Self Worth, and what they mean to others.
Themes
Love
Successful professional Diane yearns to be a wife and mother. As years pass and the odds seemed stacked against her dreams, small signs reinforced her faith and strengthened her resolve. Experience Diane’s story and bear witness to the miracle of love.
Perseverance
Olympic Gold Medalist Al Joyner shares his inspiring story of overcoming adversity and perseverance. Capturing medals and the heart of track and field’s princess and world-record setting champion Florence Griffith Joyner, Al accomplished his dreams yet to do so, he needed to first discover his Silver Lining. His story is one that also shows the ripple effect of one person’s impact.
Hope & Forgiveness
Wilisha’s father was shot and killed by local law enforcement. Scott has spent years as a police officer. These two unlikely friends meet and become a family of sorts. The Art to Living docuseries tells their shocking story and offers powerful lessons in forgiveness, healing, and hope.
Resilience
World Class Track Athlete and Philanthropist Michael Walton shares his story of resilience. From average student to professional athlete, Michael overcomes setbacks and accomplishes his dreams. This documentary illustrates how one man has touched the lives of over 250,000 youths worldwide.
Self Worth
Artist and independent filmmaker Brittany Ann Dimyan opens up about challenges she overcame and the path that led her to find her own Silver Lining; that with God anything is possible. Shattered by several setbacks, Brittany took the broken pieces of her heart and with courage, imagination, and faith created a beautiful mosaic called The Art to Living.
The Director
The Art To Living Team
Led by Brittany Ann Dimyan, The Art to Living Team is made up of professionals committed to furthering the message and mission of the Docuseries through support of its programs and objectives.
The Art to Living Advisors are composed of a variety of professionals who assist in furthering our mission through their individual and collective skills, experiences, and knowledge.
Current Advisors include:
Richard Boylan
Jennifer Colón
Rosalyn “Roz” Overstreet-Gonzalez
The Importance Of Addressing Mental Health
Anxiety and depression are treatable, but...
of children with a diagnosable anxiety disorder
of children with a diagnosable depression disorder
...are not receiving treatment.
High school students today have more anxiety symptoms and are twice as likely to see a mental health professional as teens in the 1980s.
Nearly 1 in 3 adolescents will meet criteria for an anxiety disorderby the age of 18.
Neuroesthetics uses brain imaging, brain wave technology and biofeedback to gather scientific evidence of how we respond to the arts. Through this, there is physical, scientific evidence that the arts engage the mind in novel ways, tap into our emotions in healthy ways and make us feel good.
COVID-19 IMPACT ON YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH
Between March and October 2020, the percentage of emergency department visits for children with mental health emergencies rose 31% for children ages 12-17.
The Art To Living: The Experience
Love,Perseverance,Hope,Forgiveness,Resilience,Self Worth
The Docuseries and Workshop Series provides teachers and students with new tools and skills to explore and improve their mental health, especially during this unprecedented pandemic. The Art to Living brings a message of hope and healing through creative expression to classrooms in-person and remotely. By virtually connecting students from various schools, The Art to Living nurtures invaluable connection and inspiration to youth around the world. Students who successfully completed the Workshop Series are able to apply for the Ambassador Program and work toward further global impact.
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Focus Areas and Benefits
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Mental Health Awareness
Using age-appropriate materials, participants will explore The Art to Living’s core Themes and learn how to apply them to their own lives.
Creative Thinking
Participants will be challenged to think “out of the box” and explore their own lives from different perspectives.
Social Responsibility
The Art to Living strives to address current events in an informational way while promoting participants’ individual responsibility to being the change.
Peer To Peer Connection
The Ambassador Program offers monthly virtual meetings with students around the globe, improving their leadership skills while raising mental health awareness through individual and group projects.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging (DEIB)
The Art to Living strives to be a space for everyone to have a seat at the table and join the discussion. Each and every unique viewpoint joined together creates a beautiful tapestry of experiences that compliment and contrast each other.
Artistic Creativity and Expression
Participants are encouraged to use artistic mediums in various ways throughout the Workshop & Lecture Series as a way to express themselves and connect with others.
Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Art to Living supports social emotional growth and development, meeting participants where they are and guiding them throughout their involvement.
Focus Areas and Benefits
(Hover to learn more!)
Mental Health Awareness
Using age-appropriate materials, participants will explore The Art to Living’s core Themes and learn how to apply them to their own lives.
Creative Thinking
Participants will be challenged to think “out of the box” and explore their own lives from different perspectives.
Social Responsibility
The Art to Living strives to address current events in an informational way while promoting participants’ individual responsibility to being the change.
Peer To Peer Connection
The Ambassador Program offers monthly virtual meetings with students around the globe, improving their leadership skills while raising mental health awareness through individual and group projects.
Artistic Creativity and Expression
Participants are encouraged to use artistic mediums in various ways throughout the Workshop & Lecture Series as a way to express themselves and connect with others.
Social Emotional Development
The Art to Living supports social emotional growth and development, meeting participants where they are and guiding them throughout their involvement.
Mental Health Awareness
Using age-appropriate materials, participants will explore The Art to Living’s core Themes and learn how to apply them to their own lives.
Using age-appropriate materials, participants will explore The Art to Living’s core Themes and learn how to apply them to their own lives.
Creative Thinking
Participants will be challenged to think “out of the box” and explore their own lives from different perspectives.
Participants will be challenged to think “out of the box” and explore their own lives from different perspectives.
Social Responsibility
The Art to Living strives to address current events in an informational way while promoting participants’ individual responsibility to being the change.
The Art to Living strives to address current events in an informational way while promoting participants’ individual responsibility to being the change.
Peer To Peer Connection
The Ambassador Program offers monthly virtual meetings with students around the globe, improving their leadership skills while raising mental health awareness through individual and group projects.
The Ambassador Program offers monthly virtual meetings with students around the globe, improving their leadership skills while raising mental health awareness through individual and group projects.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging (DEIB)
Participants will be challenged to think “out of the box” and explore their own lives from different perspectives.
The Art to Living strives to be a space for everyone to have a seat at the table and join the discussion. Each and every unique viewpoint joined together creates a beautiful tapestry of experiences that compliment and contrast each other.
Artistic Creativity and Expression
Participants are encouraged to use artistic mediums in various ways throughout the Workshop & Lecture Series as a way to express themselves and connect with others.
Participants are encouraged to use artistic mediums in various ways throughout the Workshop & Lecture Series as a way to express themselves and connect with others.
Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Art to Living supports social emotional growth and development, meeting participants where they are and guiding them throughout their involvement.
The Art to Living supports social emotional growth and development, meeting participants where they are and guiding them throughout their involvement.
Mental Health Awareness
Using age-appropriate materials, participants will explore The Art to Living’s core Themes and learn how to apply them to their own lives.
Using age-appropriate materials, participants will explore The Art to Living’s core Themes and learn how to apply them to their own lives.
Creative Thinking
Participants will be challenged to think “out of the box” and explore their own lives from different perspectives.
Participants will be challenged to think “out of the box” and explore their own lives from different perspectives.
Peer To Peer Connection
The Ambassador Program offers monthly virtual meetings with students around the globe, improving their leadership skills while raising mental health awareness through individual and group projects.
The Ambassador Program offers monthly virtual meetings with students around the globe, improving their leadership skills while raising mental health awareness through individual and group projects.
Social Responsibility
The Art to Living strives to address current events in an informational way while promoting participants’ individual responsibility to being the change.
The Art to Living strives to address current events in an informational way while promoting participants’ individual responsibility to being the change.
Artistic Creativity and Expression
Participants are encouraged to use artistic mediums in various ways throughout the Workshop & Lecture Series as a way to express themselves and connect with others.
Participants are encouraged to use artistic mediums in various ways throughout the Workshop & Lecture Series as a way to express themselves and connect with others.
Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
The Art to Living supports social emotional growth and development, meeting participants where they are and guiding them throughout their involvement.
The Art to Living supports social emotional growth and development, meeting participants where they are and guiding them throughout their involvement.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging (DEIB)
Participants are encouraged to use artistic mediums in various ways throughout the Workshop & Lecture Series as a way to express themselves and connect with others.
The Art to Living strives to be a space for everyone to have a seat at the table and join the discussion. Each and every unique viewpoint joined together creates a beautiful tapestry of experiences that compliment and contrast each other.
Which option works for you?
Once we know your specific needs, we can provide more information including cost and availability.
Connect with a member of our team at [email protected].
Once you have decided which course best fits your specific needs, you can reach a member of our team at [email protected] to coordinate the next step. Not sure which course to choose or want to customize an option? We’d love to work with you on selecting (or customizing) the course that best suits your needs!
Sample Workshop Materials
These are examples of the supportive materials used in the Workshop & Lecture Series.
All materials can be customized for your specific needs and course selection.
The Art to Living curriculum and materials are reviewed by a licensed mental health professional.
Sample Worksheet
Sample Theme Sheet
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International Youth Alliance Ambassadors Program
Students who successfully complete our Workshops discover their personal Silver Linings and are able to apply for the Ambassador Program to work toward further global impact. The Ambassador Program offers monthly virtual meetings with students from around the globe, honing their leadership skills and creating awareness around important issues such as mental health. Ambassadors work on individual and group projects, and have special access to exciting events and other opportunities!
International Youth Alliance Ambassadors Program
Students who successfully complete our Workshops discover their personal Silver Linings and are able to apply for the Ambassador Program to work toward further global impact. The Ambassador Program offers monthly virtual meetings with students from around the globe, honing their leadership skills and creating awareness around important issues such as mental health. Ambassadors work on individual and group projects, and have special access to exciting events and other opportunities!
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