Anaiah Singh is a 15-year-old changemaker and the creator of HeartTalk, an app transforming teen mental health through peer-to-peer voice messaging.
Inspired by her own struggles with bullying and isolation, Anaiah is on a mission to provide a lifeline for teens facing loneliness and mental health challenges.
Her Instagram account reached 30 million+ people and the beta version of her app attracted 3,000+ users within weeks.
In this episode, Anaiah shares her journey from a struggling middle schooler to a teen entrepreneur, discussing the youth mental health crisis and the challenges of building a supportive community. She reflects on personal growth, resilience, and the lessons learned in bringing her vision to life.
Join us for an inspiring conversation about using technology for good, building human connection, and Anaiah’s dream of a world where no teen feels alone.
Highlights
- 00:00 Anaiah’s Story
- 08:48 The Impact of Social Media on Teen Mental Health
- 15:54 Building the MVP and Going Viral
- 20:57 Overcoming Challenges in Social Media
- 26:27 Reflections on Personal Growth
- 31:31 Encouragement for the Younger Self
Follow Anaiah and HeartTalk here: https://hearttalk.app/welcome_page
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