In her early 20s, Lauren was diagnosed with panic disorder, anxiety and depression. After years of prescribed and self-medicating with alcohol and drugs, she decided to change her story.

Salim Najjar is a Former Nuclear Power Plant engineer turned serial entrepreneur with a passion for mental health awareness and a mission to spread positive energy who co-founded SOUND, a tea based sparkling beverage for body, mind, and spirit.

Hailee has been a certified yoga instructor since 2017 who graduated from Humboldt State University with a degree in cellular molecular biology and is currently an astrologer who combines astrology, human design, and her intuition in order to support individuals on their divine paths.

Jonathan Stone is an entrepreneur and business development leader with 15+ years of experience at companies such as Google, Facebook, Deloitte & IBM. He is currently the Creator of the experiential wellness company Flow+Tell and Principal of Stone Advisory. Jonathan is also an MBA Graduate of NYU Stern, a Beatbox Vocalist and Certified Yoga Instructor.

John Tessitore is the Founder of the JCK Foundation, a non-profit empowering students and their communities to live positive, emotionally resilient lives through mental health education, research and advocacy.

Brooke Taylor is a Transformational Career Coach who helps professional women to align their ambition with their purpose so they can experience the fulfillment and impact they desire. Brooke has been featured in Forbes, Forbes Women, Business Insider, Thrive Global, SmartCompany, and more.

Amanda Casey and Jenna Roth provide an overview of their mission and their purpose in the infancy and development of the Pause Pivot Play Podcast.