#TexansThrive Stories
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Reagan
COVID-19 has shifted my life in a whole new direction. Ever since the virus reached Austin, my school made students learn remotely....
Chef Guzman
Chefs are the heart of neighborhood restaurants, and Chef Joseph Guzman, is eager to get back in his kitchen....
Jerry
Hello! My name is Jerry McPherson. I am the Event and Logistics Manager an the Texas Beef Council....
Hannah
Circumstances surrounding COVID-19 might not bring about immediate feelings of thankfulness. After all, our plans and routines have been disrupted in many ways and people have been affected by illness, disappointment, financial strain,...
Ellen
I'm a sixth generation Texas cattle rancher with a love for continued learning, travel, fitness, and culinary adventures. While our family's ranch is steeped with history, we've never let tradition hold us back from progress and innovation....
Garland ISD
It seems like in a blink of an eye everything changed, and our world was turned topsy-turvy by the COVID-19 pandemic. Grocery stores were out of food, toilet paper was nowhere to be found, and schools--which are in many ways the heart...
Mila
“I always start my morning with a little bit of tea. Before, I’d scroll through my phone to catch up on the news for the day. But lately, I thought it might be better to just be mindful...and a little quiet."...
Arlet
Hi, everybody. Arlet here. I am the program coordinator for Living Healthier, which is very useful right now. It is 100% free, one-on-one health coaching that takes place over the phone....
PSJA ISD
It seems like in a blink of an eye everything changed, and our world was turned topsy-turvy by the COVID-19 pandemic. Grocery stores were out of food, toilet paper was nowhere to be found, and schools--which are in many ways the heart...
Shelby
Hi! My name is Shelby, and I am the evaluations specialist for It's Time Texas. Working from home has definitely made me a little bit stir crazy, and I am sure that's the same for those of you who are fortunate enough to be able to...
Share Your Story
How are you maintaining your health and sense of connection? What you are finding discouraging or hopeful? And what you are doing to help yourselves and others thrive?
Tell us about your experience and perspective on thriving as we adjust to this new normal. What’s working? What isn’t? What’s made you feel discouraged or hopeful? What are you learning – about health, well-being, and life – along the way?
We’re looking for stories of approximately 200 – 800 words to add to our #texansthrive story bank and share on social media. Thank you for using your voice to make a difference
