What makes Life Ingredients different from other educational programs for kids?
The Creators
Life Ingredients was born out of a need to give the next generation tools and guidance to help them thrive in an ever-changing world. Our program is heart-based in everything we teach, meaning, all of our material is focused around the wellness of the whole child. We define wellness as feeling comfortable in your own skin, able to manage both the challenges and achievements of life with a sense of calm, confidence, courage, and a sense of humor!
Deb “Shanti” Kelly – Founder
Deb Kelly, more commonly known among her grandkids and friends as “Shanti,” which means peace, is a “Grandmother on a Mission”. Her mission is to help today’s generation create a kinder, more loving world. Her love for children and understanding the challenges parents and teachers have guiding children inspired her to create Life Ingredients.
“Life Ingredients is a new approach to wellness with life support that creates a calmer space to manage life.” Shanti
Kelly Dillon – Creative Director
A sensitive kid turned Illustrator, Kelly Dillon came to Life Ingredients to create magical, thought-provoking imagery to help children learn about emotional wellness – something she had wished she had as a child. In 2013, she graduated from SUNY New Paltz with a Bachelors in Psychology and is currently pursuing a MS in School Psychology. She’s on a mission to support creating a better world for all children.