2025
NVP
Norman Vincent Peale Award for Positive Thinking
On the evening of Wednesday, October 15, 2025 the Blanton-Peale Institute & Counseling Center hosted the 2025 Norman Vincent Peale Awards for Positive Thinking. During this very special celebration, we introduced new President & CEO, Dr. Shawna Aarons-Cooke, and honored two incredible mental health advocates: Chryssie Whitehead and Kirsten Wrinkle of In My Own Little Corner Productions.
Norman Vincent Peale Award Ceremony
The Norman Vincent Peale Award Ceremony celebrates individuals and groups who embody the power of positive thinking in action. Honorees are recognized for inspiring hope, resilience, and optimism in their communities, showing how a constructive mindset can drive meaningful change. This annual event highlights stories of courage, perseverance, and the uplifting impact of positivity in everyday life.
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