Hello, I’m Briana Crowder, the founder of Brighter Days Home Based Preschool Prep Program and Brighter Days Ahead Mental Strength Coaching.

With a degree in Early Childhood Education and over 15 years of experience nurturing children’s growth, I’ve dedicated my work to creating safe, faith-rooted spaces that help children and young people learn, heal, and thrive.

My journey began long before I opened my doors. At a young age, I experienced the loss of my mother Diane, a moment that shaped how I viewed the world and how I learned to cope with life’s challenges. Over time, I realized how unspoken emotions can shape confidence, identity, and connection especially in young people. That became the foundation for both of my callings: to nurture children’s growth and help youth strengthen their minds and voices.

Years later, while reflecting on my own growth, I held the red carry on bag that once belonged to my mother—the only keepsake I have of hers. I discovered that her name, Diane, is derived from Diana, meaning divine and associated with a bright shining star. It felt symbolic because the first program I created was named Brighter Days, and my next became Brighter Days Ahead. That is when I understood my story was never separate from my purpose. I often say, “God gave me a story so that I could share His story.”

Music has always been a personal superpower for me. Singing has carried me through life’s challenges and helped me build resilience. I bring that gift into my teaching, using music to inspire expression, creativity, and confidence while helping children celebrate their unique strengths.

Through Brighter Days Home Based Preschool Prep Program, I support early learners in building school readiness and emotional confidence.

Through Brighter Days Ahead, I help youth athletes, students, and young performers unpack limiting beliefs, strengthen focus, and grow in resilience mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

I believe healing begins when we take charge of our thoughts. When we do, we can express them and engage in meaningful conversations. That is why I am passionate about helping this generation reconnect with human interaction and find balance in a digital world while experiencing the strength found in real connection.

Both programs are rooted in the same belief: no matter the challenges, there are always brighter days ahead.

I would love to hear your story and connect with you. Reach out today and let’s explore how we can create brighter days together.

-Bri