PTE #28 - Overcoming Adversity and Building a Better Future: Corey Baker's Journey

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In this episode of Pushing the Envelope, host James Gilman interviews Corey Baker, a delivery professional at Perimeter Office Products and the founder of several impactful non-profits.
Corey shares his journey from overcoming personal hardships to helping others through his organization, Mendable, and other community initiatives.
Their conversation covers Corey's inspiring life story, the significance of mental health awareness, and the power of creating supportive communities.

The Beginnings of a Friendship
James and Corey recount the serendipitous encounter that led to their friendship and collaboration. Their bond was cemented when Corey demonstrated quick thinking and a helpful attitude during a mishap at the Perimeter Office Products warehouse.

Overcoming Adversity
Corey opens up about his challenging upbringing, losing both parents at a young age, and the difficulties he faced growing up. Despite these hardships, he transformed his life through education and positive actions, becoming a mentor for others.

Founding Mendable
Corey discusses the creation of Mendable, a mental health awareness group initially started on the Clubhouse app. Mendable provides a safe space for individuals to share their struggles and receive support from a community of empathetic listeners.

The Impact of Community Support
The episode highlights several success stories from the Mendable community, including individuals who found life-changing support and even love through the platform. Corey's genuine dedication to helping others shines through these narratives.

Future Aspirations
Corey shares his plans for the future, including the development of the Mendable app, which aims to offer real-time support based on users' stress levels, and organizing an international mental health awareness conference in Atlanta.

This episode of Pushing the Envelope with Corey Baker delves into his remarkable journey of resilience and dedication to helping others.
From overcoming a tumultuous past to creating Mendable, Corey exemplifies the power of community support and the importance of mental health awareness.
His story is a testament to the impact one individual can have on the lives of many, making this episode both inspiring and thought-provoking.

Remember, keep learning, thriving and pushing the envelope!

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