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MARKED's story
Imagine if you had the chance to learn in school how your mind operates, why you experience emotions, and how to effectively navigate them. What if you could also explore how to uncover your unique purpose in the world?
MARKED was founded by Ida Nevalainen when she recognized a pressing need for well-being solutions that genuinely pique people's interest. The aim was to help individuals discover their unique strengths and qualities while equipping them with the skills to gain a deeper understanding of themselves and humanity.
Working as an educator and a counselor for those dealing with mental health challenges, Nevalainen became intimately familiar with the anxiety, burnout, self-criticism, and lack of direction often experienced by young people and young adults.
During her time as a teacher, Nevalainen began introducing her students to the skills of human connection and self-awareness. She witnessed how these skills positively impacted their well-being and self-confidence. One student's statement, "There's nothing wrong with me; I just haven't understood myself," solidified Nevalainen's belief that these skills should be accessible to everyone from an early age.
The increased self-awareness and understanding of humanity led to heightened joy, self-confidence, self-compassion, improved collaborative skills, and a greater desire to engage in meaningful activities. Today, MARKED has evolved into its own methodology and program, available for implementation in schools, youth work, and workplaces.
