Auti Signs with Pivotal Records Division of Pivotal Moments Media
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INSPIRING SOCIAL MEDIA SENSATION AND INDIE MUSIC ARTIST AUTI
SIGNS WITH PIVOTAL RECORDS DIVISION OF PIVOTAL MOMENTS MEDIA
NEW MUSIC SET TO BE RELEASED THIS SPRING
Nashville, TN. (March 30, 2022) – Viral music sensation AUTI, with 400 million + views of her “Shallow” duet with her father, announces studio sessions and upcoming EP in signing with Pivotal Moments Media (PMM), Pivotal Records division. The deal signals Auti’s commitment to using her platform as an advocate for suicide prevention and mental health. The partnership includes new recordings, co-writing projects, and advocacy for brands and non-profits focused on ending mental health stigma helping more young feel safe and supported in asking for help.
“My journey, including facing the pain that comes from losing a friend to suicide, as well as dealing with my own mental health challenges, is a big part of my music and drive. I love hearing from people around the world that my music is something they can relate to and derive comfort from. I’m thrilled to work with Pivotal Records at this early stage in my career to reach more people,” said AUTI.
AUTI is currently in the studio recording her first EP. Her style is alternative pop with an engaging sound influenced by her fandom for artists like Billie Eilish, Ariana Grande, and Avril Lavigne. Look for her first single release in early May.
Her signing with Pivotal Moments follows the organization’s recently announced deal with Multi-platinum country music recording artist Ty Herndon. Herndon announced that he will host a new, ten-episode podcast SOUNDBOARD on the PMM platform channel Resilience, featuring conversations with high-profile artists discussing their wins and struggles in their mental fitness journeys.
“I’ve been in music for a long time now. I’ve experienced the ups and downs associated with mental wellness and standing up for something bigger than music. To see AUTI at such a young age align her music with passion for mental health is a model of courage that I am proud to support as ambassador for Pivotal Moments,” said Herndon.
Pivotal Moments Media is a newly formed global entertainment and education brand, whose mission is to strengthen mental fitness worldwide by creating, distributing, and promoting entertainment and education programs that inspire and motivate people to become mentally fit, overcome adversity, and lead fulfilling lives.
About AUTI
Growing up in the Charleston, West Virginia area, Auti has looked at life through a different lens after being bullied in school and experiencing the loss of a close friend to suicide that led to her own mental health challenges. At 14, Auti went viral in a video singing “Shallow” (originally performed by Lady GaGa and Bradley Cooper) with her dad, amassing over 400 million views across various outlets, and hosted social media live performances to her following of more than 350,000 amazing fans. Auti taught herself multiple instruments in order to deliver the compassionate, imaginative, and reflective lyrics she has been writing for years. She has since worked with Dolly Parton’s producer Kent Wells and recorded a duet with artist, MattyB, that has accumulated another 3 million views. She has opened for multi-platinum, Grammy nominated artists, Ty Herndon, Brady Seals, Jamie Floyd and others. In 2021, Auti won “Artist of the Year ” at The Josie Awards, which is the largest independent artist award show globally. Look for new music to be released in 2022.
About Pivotal Moments Media:
Pivotal Moments Media recognizes that many people do not get the information and education to identify and cope with mental health issues early enough. Recent health reports indicate that we live in an unprecedented mental health crisis, and our youth are especially affected (HHS). The PMM platform will curate and produce education and entertainment through its website, film, music, and other avenues with resources to encourage mental fitness. Instagram / Twitter / LinkedIn / Website
A Discussion of Atlas of the Heart with Beth Shaha, Part 5
Sandy and Certified Master Life Coach, Beth Shaha continue the discussion of Atlas of The Heart by Brene Brown. This discussion addresses key points of the final chapters including the need for belonging, showing up and being your true self, and cultivating meaningful connections.
00:00 Sandy opens the show by re-introducing the author, Brene Brown, and her book Atlas of the Heart
1:58 Beth Shaha discusses an instance of positive influence based on the theme of Chapter 9, belonging
7:29 Sandy shifts the discussion to Chapter 10: When Our Hearts Are Open, focusing on family dynamics and integrity in communication
13:38 Quick anecdotes on self-betrayal
18:23 Sandy quotes Brene Brown: “One of the bravest things you could say to someone is, “that hurt my feelings.’”
20:29 Beth discusses the concept of ‘flooding’, a product of being deeply blended with an emotion, and how important it is to disarm yourself when this occurs
25:28 “Ask yourself, do I have enough information to freak out?”
27:27 Sandy opens up a quick discussion on intentionality
29:19 Beth shifts the topic to Chapter 11 – the balance between contentment and satisfaction
33:54 The discussion moves onto Chapter 12: Places We Go When We Feel Wronged and Chapter 13: Places We Go To Self Assess – pride vs. hubris
37:11 Beth and Sandy summarize the final chapters of the book highlighting the fact that emotional intelligence rests within our bodies, not just the mind
41:21 Sandy shares a sweet anecdote about how she connected with a new neighbor
44:48 Sandy and Beth close the series with wise words from Brene Brown’s mother – “Don’t look away, don’t look down, don’t pretend not to see hurt. Look people in the eye, even when the pain is overwhelming; and when you’re hurting and in pain, find the people who can look you in the eye.”
Life After The Military: Dr. Crystal Redding
Crystal is a clinical psychologist who supported the Joint Special Operations Command, America’s premier counter-terrorism force.
Crystal is a clinical psychologist who supported the Joint Special Operations Command, America’s premier counter-terrorism force.
This episode focuses on how Dr. Redding:
-Treats super highly skilled service members.
-Likens the journey of working with a therapist as a “sherpa”, helping humans climb the mountain to achieve mental wellness and fitness
-Discusses stigmas surrounding therapy for service-members, noting that the history of therapy includes labeling people
-Shares her view of modern view of psychology which must focus on help with everyday life and tasks
-That the first 3 years out of the military have the highest rates of suicide
-She describes the story of a military sniper who needed help with anxiety – how the sniper already knew how to use breathing queues due to their training, and how that was utilized in their diagnosis
-“Its ok to say, I need someone to have my six on this”
-“Leadership is key” – Dr. Redding explains how great leadership can assist healthcare providers by providing confidential recommendations and pushing service members to get help without fear of consequences
00:00 Lee introduces the audience to Dr. Crystal Redding
3:28 Dr. Redding describes her experience as a clinical psychologist for the Joint Special Operations Command
6:27 Dr. Redding talks about the stigmas surrounding therapy and gives a brilliant analogy of therapy and mountain climbing
10:21 Howie explains the Joint Special Operations Command, America’s premier counter-terrorism force, giving context to Dr. Redding’s experience as a psychologist
12:20 Dr. Redding details her process for helping a soldier with their mental fitness
19:42 Howie and Lee get real about Howie’s experiences with mental health challenges
23:58 Dr. Redding addresses the serious confidentiality concerns of service members
32:18 Howie asks Dr. Redding – how can veterans take care of themselves?
33:45 Dr. Redding discusses how military skills can be translated and applied as healing tactics
37:45 Howie discusses how transitioning veterans sometimes don’t seek help
41:14 The conversation shifts to the incredibly important issue of problematic veteran transitions and its relation to veteran suicides
49:58 The ebbs and flows of mental fitness
55:12 Lee gives Dr. Redding her prospective book title and asks the final question
1:09:00 Dr. Redding tells us how she flexes her mental fitness by having clear boundaries
1:06:50 Show closing
