Helping Everyday People in Challenging Situations Become Resilient

Dee Hankins

3-Bucket Philosophy

Bucket 1 (My Choices)

This is the bucket of absolute control. It contains every choice you make, from your actions and words to your reactions to life's events. This is the only bucket you can actively work in to strenghten your Core Four.

Bucket 2 (Your Choices)

This bucket contains the choices, actions, and opinions of everyone else. You have no control over what is in this bucket, but you can learn to accept what you cannot control, which protect your emotional and mental well-being.

Bucket 3 (Acts of God)

This is the bucket for all the unchangeable circumstances of life. These are the forces and events that are completely out of yur hands. The power lies in accepting reality and focusing on your reaction, not the event itself.

About DEE HANKINS 

From Suitcase to Stages: A Foster Child's Journey.

I entered foster care at just two months old and spent much of my childhood moving from home to home, struggling with feelings of rejection, trust issues, and anger. Statistically, the odds were against me, many young men in foster care drop out of school or end up in prison. But a life-changing scholarship program opened my eyes, showed me that people do care, and gave me the push I needed to pursue education. I went on to graduate from California State University, Long Beach with a B.S. in Criminal Justice. Today, I use my story and my gift for speaking to encourage resilience, inspire hope, and remind students that while life throws curveballs, even curveballs can be hit for home runs.

How Can I Serve You?

I am Ready To Help You Activate Your Resilience!

Are you facing challenges that feel overwhelming? Do you want to break negative cycles and build the resilience to thrive? I can help! My workshops and speaking engagements provide the tools and strategies you need to overcome adversity and achieve your goals.


KEYNOTES

To equip audiences with practical resilience strategies to overcome challenges and thrive.


PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP

Empowering professionals to build resilience by mastering choice and protecting their Core Four.


AT-BEST STUDENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

The program that challenges your struggling students to unleash their potential.


RESILIENCE ASSEMBLIES

Inspiring assemblies that show students they have the strength to overcome any obstacle.


COLLEGE LEVEL SPORT TEAMS

A high-energy keynote equipping student-athletes to turn adversity into fuel for success.


RESILIENCE IS EVERYTHING

Inspirational speaker, Dee Hankins, is on a mission to share one powerful message: Resilience is Everything! Resilience: The ability to bounce back is what enables students to come out of challenging experiences with a positive attitude about themselves and their futures. 

After spending 18 years in foster care and watching his daughter battle brain cancer, Dee knows that life is full of unexpected events but our resilience can turn those experiences into an incredible life lesson. 

Meet Dee Hankins

Life threw Dee Hankins more than a few curveballs—18 years in foster care, his daughter’s battle with brain cancerbut he discovered the secret to bouncing back: resilience. Now, he’s on a mission to share that secret with the world: Resilience is Everything.

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Do You Need a Dynamic Speaker? Do your students need a motivational boost? Looking for a speaker who inspires and transforms?

My story of resilience and my passion for empowerment will leave your audience feeling motivated and equipped to tackle challenges. Let's hit some home runs!

What are others saying?.

  • Inspirational! Dee made me realize my true meaning and how strong I really am.

    Jaida Solis

  • This was such an amazing speech that has helped me with many things I’m going through.

    Baragan Huerta

  • This individual is an amazing motivating person with the ability to touch your heart and soul. I always say never judge a book by it's cover.

    Shannon Dayvon

  • I’ve seen Dee speak several times and each time is better than the last. I was so inspired to continue my work and give my best to students in care.

    Kawena Cole

Life Throws Curveballs