Through It All: Turning Hardships into Masterpieces
School and work are busy. Life is messy. And many people are quietly managing stress, anxiety, or personal challenges at home. It’s no wonder burnout is at an all-time high.
That’s why Madette brings something fresh to the stage: a keynote concert — part storytelling, part performance, weaved with music and theatrics. It’s engaging, interactive, and packed with real emotion.
Her signature keynote equips audiences with tools they can use both professionally and personally — whether they’re dealing with mental health challenges, or supporting a child, leading stressed teams, or trying to stay grounded through busy seasons of life.
Madette opens up about her own journey — dealing with anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder — and how discovering three key forms of support helped her turn her life around, build a fulfilling life and successful career.
Her message reminds us all that yes, life gets overwhelming... but with a strong support system, we can get through anything. Madette’s keynote empowers people to rise above challenges, strengthen connection, and unlock their greatest potential — on and off the clock.
Audiences walk away feeling inspired, energized, and equipped with practical tools they can use at school, work and wherever life takes them after 5 p.m.
This isn’t a lecture. It’s a performance your audience will feel — and remember.
Bring in a Keynote Musician. Bring in Madette.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
★ Practical ideas that build resilience and boost productivity
★ The role of support systems — family, friends, hobbies — in helping us stay balanced
★ Why opening up and getting help makes us stronger, not weaker
★ Understanding that we all face unseen challenges, and practicing empathy in how we treat others
★ A printable handout of mental health tools and resources to take home
WHY SCHOOLS & ORGANIZATIONS LOVE THIS KEYNOTE:
✔ Fresh approach to mental wellness
✔ Blends entertainment with meaningful takeaways
✔ Creates real connection among attendees
✔ Great fit for conferences, wellness events & staff development days
✔ Works beautifully both in-person & virtual
AREAS OF IMPACT:
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mental health and wellness
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inspiration
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resilience & stress management
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belonging and human connection
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employee engagement &morale
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personal growth & self-expression
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work-life balance & boundaries
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empathy, kindness & psychological safety
Creative
Self-Expression Workshop
Madette is dedicated to normalizing conversations about mental health challenges, especially among today's youth.
She guides participants through various creative self-expression techniques (which may include journal prompts, songwriting, singing, spoken word, and/or dancing, depending on the needs of the group/organization) all while incorporating mindfulness practices to enhance mental wellness and emotional resilience.
No prior music experience is necessary, making this an inclusive and supportive space for all. Together, we can break the stigma surrounding mental health. Become empowered through creative self-expression!
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
★ Exploring creative outlets to process emotions safely instead of suppressing or exploding
★ Building coping strategies for stress and anxiety
★ Strengthening self-confidence from creating something meaningful
★ Normalizing vulnerability and learning that it is a sign of strength
★ Enhancing empathy and connection
★ Participants will create a list of go-to creative strategies they can use outside the workshop to regulate emotions and stay resilient during tough times
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