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As we continue to venture into 2025, we are excite

As we continue to venture into 2025, we are excited to announce that BTCF has a new chapter in Florida! We are very fortunate to be able to further our reach and serve a bigger community on the East Coast.💜

#florida #btcf #nonprofit #chapter

#BTCF Featured Artist Diana Wallace @divadianalynn

#BTCF Featured Artist Diana Wallace @divadianalynn 💜✨LINK IN BIO for full feature✨

Diana Wallace is a singer-songwriter based in Los Angeles. Growing up the daughter of a preacher, she has strong roots in gospel and choir. However, she draws inspiration from world rhythms and indigenous music and strives to weave the thread of her soul into this ageless loom’s musical narrative. She has spent nearly three decades in the musical realm studying voice and percussion, exercising her talents in reggae, afro-pop, jazz and blues, and most recently house music. She loves playing a variety of percussion instruments from around the world and enjoys her new role as a drum circle facilitator where she can share all of her passions with young and old while taking them on a journey of communal rhythm and song.

In September 2024, we had the pleasure of experiencing Diana’s talents and passion at our “How to Love Yourselfie” Youth Arts and Wellness Camp, where she facilitated both drumming and singing sessions. We are excited to welcome her back in 2025, as she will engage participants in drumming and singing, along with an enriching component focused on empowering their voices.

Thank you Diana!🪘❤️🥁

#drumming #singer #percussion #music #rhythm #reggae #afrobeats #jazz #blues #artist

“Each time a woman stands up for herself, withou

“Each time a woman stands up for herself, without knowing it possibly, without claiming it, she stands up for all women. ~ Maya Angelou

#BTCF Statistics Series💜

Within this series ~ How can women uplift themselves and each other regarding body image and mental health? Our BTCF Youth Ambassador @kaydentokarski shared her reflections on how creative practices support women dealing with trauma, body image issues, and mental health struggles.

#mentalhealth #bodyimage #journey #healing #support #knowledge #women #community

Get ready for some fun with our #BTCF Youth Ambass

Get ready for some fun with our #BTCF Youth Ambassadors in this RAPID FIRE QUESTION session!🔥

➡️➡️➡️➡️➡️Check out their fun responses, and we want to hear from you too! How would you answer? Let’s get the conversation going!
• Fav self-love activity?
• Movie you love to cry to?
• Best scream at the top of your lungs song?
• Fav sport or workout?
• Best comfort food?
• Best advice on loving yourself?💖

@mikaelazarsky @kaydentokarski @kennedyjean04 @audenwyle @jordyncuret_

#btcf #youth #ambassadors #conversation

#BTCF Health and Wellness Conversations ~ A person

#BTCF Health and Wellness Conversations ~ A personal experience as a high-performance athlete and dancer.

Facilitated by Krista Stryker @12minuteathlete , NSCA -CPT, Author, #BTCF Board with guest, Mikaela Zarsky @mikaelazarsky , dancer, choreographer, and athlete, #BTCF Youth Ambassador Chair.💜

These conversations highlight the stories of #BTCF team members and how these stories can help to inspire others and enrich our lives.

#dancer #choreographer #athlete #creator #performance #science #usc #experience #journey

Lifting up these amazing, creative, intelligent, c

Lifting up these amazing, creative, intelligent, compassionate, strong, supportive, and passionate women!❤️

A big shout out to all women ~
🙌🏼🙌🙌🏿🙌🏽🙌🏾🙌🏻
International Women’s Day!

#debrahopkins @thecourtneyhope @jillianrosereed @alex_little @krista.stryker @12minuteathlete @singingharts #karenkelly @krysiastcyr @katherineleist1 @mobilemozart @thejonathanfoundation @mghentis @karen_zarsky @ggtownson @mikaelazarsky @audenwyle @kennedyjean04 @jordyncuret_ @kaydentokarski @divadianalynn @tastybytina @daniellenievesrealestate
@sarabearaa._ @danikelmar #penniecuret @serenalaurel @tracywylemakeithappen

#internationalwomensday #btcf #women

📸 @photos_by_edward @itsjaneg27

t-shirts @itsdreamclothing ✨

Recovering from an eating disorder is a process th

Recovering from an eating disorder is a process that takes time, support, kindness, and patience. There will be good days as well as challenging days, but it’s important to remember that recovery is possible. Numerous strategies, steps, tools, support systems, and resources are available to assist you on your healing journey. You are not alone in this process! Additionally, for those who support a loved one in their recovery, you are not alone either.

Visit for support, tools, guidance and resources: @equiphealth @rockrecovery @neda @anadhelp @projectheal @eatingrecovery @pathlightbh @crcfored @harvardstriped

#eatingdisorderswarenessweek #eatingdisorder #recovery #healing #journey

“My eating disorder journey brought me to where

“My eating disorder journey brought me to where I am today. Thank you @canvasrebel for inviting me to share my story💜 - Debra Hopkins, #BTCF President/Founder 🔗 in bio for full interview.

What inspired Jillian Rose Reed to create our “H

What inspired Jillian Rose Reed to create our “How to Love Yourselfie” program? Tune in to hear how issues like comparison and perfectionism led her to question the real purpose of social media and whether we can cultivate a more positive experience for ourselves. The program encourages participants to shake up their feeds, make healthier choices, and reduce the harmful effects of social media on our well-being!

For more information 🔗in bio💗

#htlys #btcf #youth #socialmedia #wellness

Statistics Series w/ #BTCF Youth Ambassador

New💗Statistics Series w/ #BTCF Youth Ambassador Chair @mikaelazarsky ✨In this series ~ How is social media affecting mental health?

Check out our “How To Love Yourselfie” online social media literacy & eating disorders prevention program for ways to navigate the ins and outs of social media. 🔗 in bio.

As Eating Disorder Awareness Week approaches, we w

As Eating Disorder Awareness Week approaches, we would like to share some updates about our “How To Love Yourselfie” online social media literacy & eating disorders prevention program with interactive videos and workbook. We are excited to expand the program to include wellness and movement within the 5 modules guided by @krysiastcyr , BTCF Advisory Board, Holistic Coach, and Director of Student Wellbeing for @cliconservatory !

***Please visit our link in the bio: “How To Love Yourselfie” to sign up for our June virtual workshop, and to learn how to bring the program to your school, organization, or home.

Feel free to reach out at iambreakingthechains@gmail.com for a free consultation or to learn about facilitator training, program options, and more!

HTLYS is developed as a prevention program to provide additional support to those who are looking for support and education around positive body image, self-esteem, and social media literacy. This program is intended to support and aid in cultivating positive and reflective conversations around body image. This program is not intended to be used in lieu of eating disorder treatment with a medical, clinical, and/or nutritional provider.

Follow up with your pediatrician or primary care doctor if you have concerns about eating disorder symptoms or treatment.

#howtoloveyourselfie #htlys #jillianrosereed #socialmedia #socialmedialiteracy #eatingdisorder #support #prevention #wellness #tools

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#BTCF Featured Artist @kaydentokarski

#BTCF Featured Artist @kaydentokarski 💜✨LINK IN BIO for full feature✨

Kayden is an acclaimed actor from Orange County, California. She is recognized for portraying a young Julia Roberts (Martha Mitchell) in the Emmy, Critics Choice, and Golden Globes-nominated Starz original TV series “Gaslit” on Hulu. Kayden’s notable filmography includes “Love’s Fast Lane” on Peacock; “My Melancholy Baby” on Amazon Prime; My Professor’s Deadly Secret” and “Killer in the Woods” on Lifetime; “Roswell Delirium” alongside Anthony Michael Hall and Reginald VelJohnson on Apple TV; and the upcoming “Curse of Vandor” and its sequel with Dee Wallace. Kayden is currently in Mississippi filming her next movie.

Kayden is also a recurring actress on the inspirational Dhar Mann web series, with over 115 million social media followers worldwide.

In July 2024, Kayden won a Young Artists Academy award for her work as young Julia Roberts in “Gaslit.” In 2023, she won a Young Entertainer’s Award for her lead in the independent film “Bombay Beach.”

A multi-talented individual, Kayden also sings and reached Junior Olympian status on the 1-meter diving board. Her dedication to community service is evident through her keynote speeches at the 33rd annual Walk Against Drugs and a Red Cross LA fundraiser as well as her participation in the Joyful Child Foundation’s “Be Brave” pilot.

Kayden rocked it as our emcee at our How To Love Yourselfie Arts and Wellness Camp. We are thrilled to welcome Kayden as a BTCF Youth Ambassador and look forward to working with her!

Thank you Kayden!❤️

#btcf #youth #ambassador #actress #artist #film #tv

We are thrilled to announce #BTCF Youth Ambassador

We are thrilled to announce #BTCF Youth Ambassador Mikaela Zarsky is our new BTCF Youth Ambassador Chair!❤️

Mikaela has been with BTCF for 3 years. Her support, passion, and contributions to BTCF include featured artist, an Instagram live takeover from @cliconservatory , featured workshop panelist, program team member, and led our kick-off to our 2024 How To Love Yourselfie Youth Arts and Wellness Camp in addition to assisting BTCF Board, @alex_little in facilitating dance.

Mikaela is an incredibly gifted dancer, model, and choreographer. This creative and intelligent young woman is currently pursuing her Bachelor in Fine Arts in Dance with a minor in Performance Science @uscedu @usckaufman . Her training dance styles include ballet, pointe, contemporary, jazz, modern, lyrical, musical theatre, ballroom, hip hop/street styles, acrobatics, character, bollywood, and tap.

She graduated from both academics and dance as the valedictorian of her class at @abballetschool Professional Division. Additionally, she was a company member of @yycdanceproject . After graduation, she furthered her training at @cliconservatory under the direction of @teddyforance and signed with @go2talent .

As a multidisciplinary artist and human, when she is not dancing, Mikaela enjoys teaching younger students, fitness, fashion, photography, film production, nature, reading, and spending time with family and friends. She hopes to expand her career in commercial dance, concert dance, choreography, cinematic arts, and production while using research-based practices to help others creatively and mentally achieve their full potential.

We really look forward to 2025 working with Mikaela as our Youth Ambassador Chair!❤️ @mikaelazarsky

To learn more about Mikaela, please visit our website!

#btcf #youth #ambassador #chair #dance #creative #artist #arts #wellness

We look forward to sharing, connecting, serving, s

We look forward to sharing, connecting, serving, supporting, and creating with you all in 2025!❤️

Wishing each of you, your families, and loved ones a Happy New Year!

📸 @photos_by_edward

We are thrilled to announce #BTCF Board Rick Borqu

We are thrilled to announce #BTCF Board Rick Borquez is our new BTCF Treasurer!💙

Rick joined the BTCF Board in 2024 with passion, commitment, support, and service! He is a talented and driven individual with a passion for technology and giving back to the community.

As the CTO of PARRIS Law Firm, Rick has made a significant impact in the legal tech industry with his innovative ideas and leadership skills. He is an award-winning experienced, highly proven Senior IT Leader, operating with 20+ years working professionally in Fortune 500 environments, educational institutions, consulting firms, Hospitality, Law Firms, and Accounting Firms. He is also is owner of IT Solutions Integrated.

In addition to his professional endeavors, he enjoys traveling, camping, mountain climbing, photography, seeking adventure and inspiration in the great outdoors. Rick is also a loving husband who cherishes quality time with his wife Teisha.

We truly look forward to working with Rick and his multitude of talents and passion!

To learn more about Rick, visit our website.

#board #officer #member #treasurer #technology #community #creativity #connection

We are thrilled to announce #BTCF Board Member Cou

A glimpse into our November Power Crew Event for o

A glimpse into our November Power Crew Event for our program “Big C New Me”@cliquesalonandmedspa supporting cancer survivors and caregivers💛 LINK IN BIO 💛

Thank you @brandiegoleno @racheal__clique_ceo and the entire @cliquesalonandmedspa team for hosting this very special day in service of these incredible powerhouse individuals who are battling cancer and who have overcome cancer🙏 The immense opportunity to build community, strength, self-empowerment, joy, and so much more was shared through support, kindness, education, resources, personal stories, and of course new hair styles, makeup, facials, and self-care! 💛💛

Thank you @pastachefcatering for providing a wonderful lunch ~ the pasta bar was beyond!💛

Thank you to physiologist, Sherry Rumel @posture_people for providing free consultation and exams! 💛

Thank you to our youth contributor @itsjaneg27 for your photography and capturing so many special moments! 💛📸

Thank you Melissa Wallace,LCSW @leadinglighttherapyllc and Tiffany Van Wieren, @watson_clinic for your onsite support! 💛💛

Thank you @convivacare for sponsoring our fun swag!💛

We are honored by you all! For more information about Big C New Me and Power Crew events, please see link in bio on our website 💛💛

#bigcnewme #powercrew #cancer #survivor #caregiver #support #selflove

#BTCF Featured Artist @savannahroseee._

#BTCF Featured Artist @savannahroseee._ 💜 ✨ LINK IN BIO for full feature ✨

Meet Savannah Rose, where passion and grace collide in the world of dance. With over 10 years of experience, Savannah performs a diverse range of dance styles, from tap to modern dance. She has graced the stage in numerous outstanding productions and brings a unique blend of artistry and skill to every performance. Some of her film credits include The Righteous Gemstones on HBO Max, and the JA Collective X CLI Conservatory.

This dynamic young artist from Charleston, South Carolina currently attends @amdaofficial in New York City. She just finished her first semester with the remaining two semesters to be completed in Los Angeles. Savannah also attended the prestigious @cliconservatory under the guidance and instruction of @teddyforance .

Dance is Savannah’s safe space and saving grace. One of her goals is to be on Broadway, in addition to pursuing dance on both the East and West Coast in films, music videos, and everything else!

It was such a joy to chat with Savannah and we look forward to watching her incredible journey continue to flourish and be even more than she can possibly imagine it to be!

Thank you Savannah!❤️

#dance #dancer #choreographer #artist #broadway #stage #film #journey

We are thrilled to welcome our new #BTCF Youth Amb

We are thrilled to welcome our new #BTCF Youth Ambassador @kaydentokarski 💜

Kayden is an acclaimed actor from Orange County, California. She is recognized for portraying a young Julia Roberts (Martha Mitchell) in the Emmy, Critics Choice and Golden Globes-nominated Starz original TV series “Gaslit.” Kayden’s notable filmography includes “Love’s Fast Lane” on Peacock; “My Melancholy Baby” on Amazon Prime; My Professor’s Deadly Secret” on Lifetime; and the upcoming movies “Killer in the Woods”; “Roswell Delirium” alongside Anthony Michael Hall and Reginald VelJohnson; and “Curse of Vandor” and its sequel with Dee Wallace.

Kayden is also a recurring actress on the inspirational Dhar Mann web series, which has more than 115 million social media followers across the world.

In July 2024, Kayden won a Young Artists Academy award for her work as young Julia Roberts in “Gaslit.” In 2023, she won a Young Entertainer’s Award for her lead in the independent film “Bombay Beach.”

A multi-talented individual, Kayden also sings and reached Junior Olympian status on the 1-meter diving board. Her dedication to community service is evident through her keynote speeches at the 33rd annual Walk Against Drugs and a Red Cross LA fundraiser as well as her participation in the Joyful Child Foundation’s “Be Brave” pilot.

Most recently, Kayden did an amazing job as our emcee at our 2024 How To Love Yourselfie Youth Arts & Wellness Camp 🎤!

#actress #creative #youth #ambassador #diver #advocate

We are honored to welcome Advisory Board Member, K

We are honored to welcome Advisory Board Member, Kathy Moufarrege, certified art therapist, artist, muralist, art instructor, and owner/creator of @mobilemozart 💜

Kathy has over two decades of experience in the creative industry. She is the owner and creator of Mobile Mozart, whose mission is to simplify art and teach step-by-step instruction to create your own masterpiece. Since 1999, she has been sharing her passion for art with others through teaching and therapeutic practices which she started in 2022. Kathy’s hometown is Burbank, California where she shares a home with her wonderful husband and their three amazing children.

She is very involved in her community as much as possible because it’s something she loves being part of. Kathy believes that we are all born artists, and some of us like to make a living off of it!

Most recently, Kathy facilitated awesome painting sessions to all the youth attendees at our #2024 How To Love Yourselfie Camp 🎨!

More about Kathy ~
https://mobilemozart.com/
https://www.facebook.com/mobilemozart

#artist #arttherapist #arttherapy #artteacher #arteducator #muralist #creator #mom #buisnessowner

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