Sammy Taylor is the award-winning mental health writer and founder of Beauty in the Brain, a platform born out of personal transformation and unwavering resilience. After undergoing brain surgery, suffering a cerebellar stroke, and experiencing facial paralysis, Sammy’s life took an unexpected turn. What began as recovery became reinvention.
Originally training to become a chartered accountant, Sammy’s plans were disrupted in the most profound way. But instead of giving up, she picked up a pen. While relearning how to walk, talk, and smile, she discovered a passion for writing and a gift for inspiring others. Beauty in the Brain now reaches thousands with daily motivational messages and tools to help reframe life’s hardest moments into powerful lessons.
In her Beauty in the Brain talk, Sammy shares her incredible story of recovery and growth – an uplifting and relatable experience that supports students to connect with their SPARK:
- Self-Awareness: Sammy encourages students to notice how they respond to challenges, helping them reflect on their mindset and uncover their internal strengths.
- Purpose: Her journey reveals that even when life doesn’t go to plan, new passions and paths can emerge – inspiring students to stay open to growth and change.
- Awareness: Through honest storytelling, Sammy challenges students to reframe negative thinking, turning obstacles into opportunities for learning and resilience.
- Resilience: With practical tools and empowering stories, students learn how to bounce back from setbacks, face uncertainty, and keep moving forward with courage.
- Kindness: Sammy’s message is rooted in compassion – for self and others – and promotes a culture of understanding, encouragement, and emotional support.
This talk isn’t just about survival – it’s about thriving in the face of adversity. Sammy’s calm, thoughtful energy and powerful storytelling leave a lasting impression on students of all ages, from Year 7 to Sixth Form.
By the end of the session, students will feel seen, uplifted, and equipped with a more positive mindset – ready to face life’s twists and turns with strength, self-belief, and hope.
Suitable for: Years 7–13. Available: Nationwide
