Mental health made simple
Hearts of Growth is a self-created small business that started as a simple idea where I design cute, approachable characters to make mental health topics accessible, friendly, and engaging. The goal is to simplify complex ideas and build an emotional connection through visuals that began as comics and gradually expanded into workbooks, printables, and products.
The first step was creating relatable characters starting with the Heart and Brain - to communicate core mental health themes.
Inspiration and Purpose
I noticed a gap in mental health resources that felt light, engaging, and encouraging. Too often they came across as overwhelming(like reading a textbook)so I set out to create materials that are clear, creative, and relatable, while also being fun, friendly, and easy to read.
This initial concept inspired the project to grow beyond social media comics and workbooks into a range of branded materials like mugs, bookmarks, and stickers allowing the characters and messages to live in everyday moments. Over time, Hearts of Growth evolved into a small, cohesive brand dedicated to spreading empathy and joy making through meaningful design.
