Be Who You Came To Be with Tara Renze

Be Who You Came to Be Through Love, Purpose, and Authenticity with Nate & Holly Simon

• Season 2 • Episode 13

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In this powerful and joy filled episode of Be Who You Came to Be, Tara sits down with the incredible mother son duo, Nate and Holly Simon, founders of 21 Pineapples.

Nate, a young man with Down syndrome, is living proof of what happens when someone fully embraces who they were created to be. His mission is simple, yet life changing: spread love, create connection, and remind people to lead with kindness. Through his growing social media presence, acting opportunities, business ventures, and infectious spirit, Nate is changing the way the world sees people with disabilities and showing what authentic self-expression truly looks like. 

Together, Nate and Holly share their inspiring journey of building a movement rooted in inclusion, love, emotional intelligence, and human connection. From launching 21 Pineapples to advocating for people with different abilities, this conversation is filled with wisdom, laughter, perspective, and heart. 

This episode is a beautiful reminder that being who you came to be is not about fitting into the world’s expectations. It’s about embracing your gifts, showing up authentically, and using your life to make others feel seen, valued, and loved.

Follow Nate:
Instagram: @21pineapplesshirtco

Follow Holly:
Instagram: @hollywould11


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