From Bullied to Builder: The 15-Year-Old Creating Lifelines for Teens

Anaiah Singh is a 15-year-old changemaker and the creator of HeartTalk, an app transforming teen mental health through peer-to-peer voice messaging.  Inspired by her own struggles with bullying and isolation, Anaiah is on a mission to provide a lifeline for teens facing loneliness and mental health challenges. Her Instagram account reached 30 million+ people and the beta version of her app attracted 3,000+ users within weeks. In this episode, Anaiah shares her journey from a struggling middle schooler to a teen entrepreneur, discussing the youth mental health crisis and the challenges of building a supportive community. She reflects on personal growth, resilience, and the lessons learned in bringing her vision to life. Join us for an inspiring conversation about using technology for good, building human connection, and Anaiah’s dream of a world where no teen feels alone. Highlights 00:00 Anaiah’s Story 08:48 The Impact of Social Media on Teen Mental Health 15:54 Building the MVP and Going Viral 20:57 Overcoming Challenges in Social Media 26:27 Reflections on Personal Growth 31:31 Encouragement for the Younger Self Follow Anaiah and HeartTalk here: https://hearttalk.app/welcome_page