spark something.

Valo aims to be a hub for inspiration, reflection and creativity.

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We spread the word through social media, as well as through our blog, kindling, and monthly journal, stovepipe.

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We are also in the process of crafting a podcast and writing a book. Stay tuned!

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some of our favorite TED talks...

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• Brene Brown – The power of vulnerability

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• Cal Newport – Why you should quit social media

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• Susan Cain – The power of introverts

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• Chimamanda Adichie - The danger of a single story

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• Elizabeth Gilbert - Your Elusive Creative Genius

some of our favorite books...

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• The Gifts of Imperfection — Brene Brown

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• The Artist’s Way — Julia Cameron

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• Grit – Angela Duckworth

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• The Happiness Project — Gretchen Rubin

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• Brainstorm — Daniel Siegel

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• Alone Together — Sherry Turkle

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some of our favorite podcasts...

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• Brian Johnson - Optimize

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• Krista Tippett - On Being

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• TED Radio Hour

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some recent favorite articles...

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• Connected teens become healthier adults - UPI

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• How teens today are different from past generations - Greater Good

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• How do we help teens find their purpose? - Sydney Morning Herald

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• Teens who desert social media - The Guardian

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• How to help teens embrace stress - The New York Times

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• It takes a teenager to help a teenager in crisis - The New York Times

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