Keynote #1
Cup of Courage: Reconnect with Your Inner Child to Unlock Your Boldest Dreams
What if the key to your boldest dreams isn’t something you need to learn—but something you need to remember? A Cup of Courage invites you to reconnect with your inner child, tap into your deepest wisdom, and move beyond fear into possibility. Through storytelling, play, and reflection, this talk will challenge the narratives that keep you small and inspire you to take the bold steps your heart has been whispering all along. Your inner child already knows the way—are you ready to listen?
Key Takeaways (Audience Will Learn…)
The hidden reason why so many high achievers struggle with burnout and how to shift it
How your inner child holds the key to unlocking more creativity, confidence, and fulfillment
Why traditional motivation strategies fail and what to do instead
Three essential steps to reconnect with your inner child and create lasting change (Full framework revealed in-depth in my workshops!)
A powerful mindset shift that will transform how you approach challenges and goals
What Listeners Will Be Able to Do After the Talk
Recognize how childhood experiences may still influence their creativity, leadership, and decision-making
Use journaling, mindfulness, and creative play as tools for self-reconnection and stress relief
Identify patterns of perfectionism, overworking, or self-sabotage and begin shifting them
Develop a personalized practice for integrating inner child awareness into their professional and personal lives
Take one immediate action to reconnect with their inner child and unlock their next bold step
Kadie Kelly, a composer and advocate for artist wellness from San Francisco, is an inspiring voice in the music industry, blending her artistic passion with a deep commitment to balance and creativity. At the Balanced Breakfast Music Summit, she captivated audiences on the “Healthy Artist Life” panel, sharing profound insights on how mental and physical health fuel creative excellence. Since its founding in 2013, Balanced Breakfast has been a cornerstone for musicians and industry professionals, fostering collaboration through meetups, concerts, and events. Kadie’s dedication to helping artists thrive holistically embodied the summit’s mission to promote a healthier, more sustainable creative community, leaving an unforgettable impression on all who attended. -Stefan Aronson, Balanced Breakfast founder
Booking inquiry
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Kadie Kelly – Speaker, Artist & Inner Child Advocate
"My artistic practice is dedicated to my inner child."
Kadie Kelly is a speaker, artist, and inner child advocate whose work bridges storytelling, music, and self-discovery. An ambient pianist, composer, and bandleader, she weaves personal and existential journeys into her performances and talks.
Raised outside Detroit, Kadie honed her love for piano and public speaking at an early age. She later earned a master’s degree in Public Policy, worked in social justice, and served as a policy fellow for Kamala Harris before fully embracing her creative path.
As the founder of the world’s first Inner Child Museum, she makes the invisible connection to our inner selves visible. Her upcoming album, Journey to Innocence will be released January 31, 2025.
