The Inaugural Not Alone Summit and Awards Show

The Inaugural Not Alone Summit and Awards Show

The Not Alone Summit brought together experts, thought leaders, business leaders, celebrities and more for a multi-day education & wellness experience. 

The Not Alone Summit - Bringing Together Experts, Thought Leaders, Business Leaders, and Celebrities to Envision the Future of Mental Health

Karena Dawn and The Big Silence were thrilled to attend and share at the inaugural Not Alone Summit, which took place at the Wynn Las Vegas November 10-13. The Summit and Awards Show was presented by Villa Bibbiani, powered by Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation, and co-hosted by Jewel, Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak and Bozoma Saint John. This was a truly groundbreaking event. 

Highlights - Karena Dawn's Interview of Mike Majlak

In a high energy moment, Karena Dawn interviewed Mike Majlak, bestselling author,  podcaster, youtuber who co-hosts Impaulsive podcast with Logan Paul, for a session called Anxiety 101. Be sure you subscribe to The Big Silence podcast, and you'll be able to tune into this exclusive conversation from the Not Alone Summit main stage. 

Other Summit Highlights:

  • Karena leads a morning workout: Strength, Flow, and Stillness at the Revitalize Collective
  • The Big Silence Meditation Space with Shiftwave
  • TBS podcast guest Kevin Hines wins the "No Quit Award" 
  • Powerful performances by Rachel Platten, Jewel, JP Saxe, and so many other amazing musicians (even Flava Flav!)

View the Recap:

 

While attending talks and presenting, Karena also interviewed several exciting guests for The Big Silence podcast! Upcoming episodes from the Summit include an illuminating and candid conversation with Tallulah Willis (you might know her as daughter of mega-celebrities Bruce Willis and Demi Moore), Sarah Gillman (actress and mental health advocate), Mike Majlak, and OCD expert Jon Hershfield. Be sure to subscribe and follow so you won't miss a conversation!

The #NotAloneChallenge

It's our 4th year joining the Not Alone Challenge! Kicked off by the inspiring Not Alone Summit and Awards Show, the #NotAloneChallenge reminds people that they are not alone, and provides free mental health tools. 

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