Meet the Founder: Dr. Deidre Reid-Thomas

Dr. Deidre Reid-Thomas (Dr. RT) is a former high school Assistant Principal, STEM educator, and lifelong learner who saw a gap in how we support students: we were teaching formulas, but forgetting feelings.

With over 20 years in education—teaching middle school math and science, high school chemistry, and serving in district-level leadership—she witnessed brilliant students struggle under the weight of anxiety, perfectionism, and burnout. She also saw educators trying to hold it all together without tools that honored both academics and mental health.

So she created one.

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How Periodic Affirmations™ Was Born

Periodic Affirmations™ began as a spark—an idea Dr. RT couldn’t shake.

What if each element in the periodic table carried an affirmation students could see themselves in?
• What if Hydrogen reminded them they are the spark?
• What if Titanium reminded them they are unbreakable?
• What if Oxygen reminded them they are essential?

This idea grew into a full system of 118 affirmations, a deck of cards, mugs, wall décor, and now apparel—each piece acting as both a visual anchor and a verbal reminder of inner strength.

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Who We Serve

  • Students

    K–12 and college students building confidence, curiosity, and academic persistence.

  • Educators & School Leaders

    Teachers and administrators integrating resiliency with academic content in a tangible, visible way.

  • Wellness Professionals

    Medical Doctors, Therapists, Coaches, and Entrepreneurs designing offices and studios that inspire resiliency and calm.