If you have been following me for a while, you know that I usually spend a lot of time talking about what happens in our heads. We talk about the noise, the “social jet lag,” and the exhaustion of trying to navigate a neurotypical world.
But recently, I have had to face a hard truth. You cannot heal the head if you ignore the vessel that carries it.
That is why I am stepping up this February. I am partnering with the American Heart Association for a special campaign I am calling “The $2K Heart Vibe Challenge.”
My goal is simple but ambitious. I want to raise $2,000 to support life-saving research and education. And I need your help to do it.
Why I Am Doing This
For me, heart health is personal. As a man approaching 40, I know the statistics are not in my favor. But it goes deeper than just demographics.
I have realized that my mental health struggles often show up as physical symptoms. When my executive dysfunction hits hard, I am not cooking healthy meals. I am ordering takeout. My “DoorDash bill” has become my biggest indicator of burnout. That isn’t just a financial cost; it is a physical tax on my body.
I used to view these habits as personal failures. Now, I see them as warning signs.
Partnering with the American Heart Association is my way of saying that we deserve to take care of our whole selves. We deserve to give ourselves grace, not just in our minds, but in our bodies too. I want to help fund the research that keeps our tickers running so we can keep the vibe alive for a long time.
The Main Event: Join the Livestream
I am not just asking for donations. I want to hang out with you.
This Thursday, February 19th at 7:00 PM EST, I am hosting a special fundraising livestream exclusively on Facebook.
We are going to talk about the connection between burnout and heart health. I will share some of my own struggles with “giving myself grace” when it comes to diet and exercise. And knowing me, we will probably get into some laughs about the chaos of adulting.
It is going to be a time to educate, entertain, and come together as a community to do something good.
Join the Facebook Livestream Here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1XNErUW18N/
(Make sure you mark yourself as “Going” so you get the notification when we go live!)
How You Can Help Right Now
You do not have to wait until Thursday to make a difference. The donation page is live right now, and every single dollar gets us closer to that $2,000 goal.
Whether you can give $5 or $50, it all matters. Your donation goes directly to the American Heart Association to fund the kind of science that saves lives.
Donate to the Campaign Here: https://tilt.fyi/a4mWLwCUQ3
If you cannot donate right now, I completely understand. You can still help by sharing the livestream link with a friend or just showing up on Thursday to add your good energy to the chat.
Let’s prove that this community can do big things. Let’s show that we care about our hearts just as much as we care about our heads.
I will see you on Thursday.
Much love. Good vibes. – Ky
