LaRissa Paras

I am an alumna of Central Michigan University and the State University of New York. I'm proud to be a tenured teacher in New York and now in Michigan where I work and reside with my handsome husband and two very active boys. I co-authored the US History text book for the Michigan Open Books Project and RISE: In Pursuit of Empowerment. Here's the Thing: A Love Letter of Life Lessons is my first solo publication and I hope you can hear my voice in the pages. I am youth mental health first aid certified, a yoga instructor and a certified Cognitive Coach. I enjoy public speaking and leading workshops on important topics like mentoring, positive self talk and healthy relationships.

My husband and I founded LP Inspire, LLC to encourage young people to grow into their best selves. I created the Lotus Project in 2011 to empower women and their mentors, and have been building positive relationships through it ever since.

www.lpinspire.com

www.thelotusproject.us