Twin turns loss into hope and entrepreneurship

The inspirations that can create and propel a YOUTHpreneur to success come from all over. From a personal drive to be successful to an older role model to turning a terrible loss into hope and success, YOUTHpreneurs are everywhere. Here is an excerpt from a great story from CBS News featuring 11-year-old Aaron Ware, who after losing his twin brother and suffering from depression, ignited his entrepreneurship with the help of his counselor, family and friends.

(CBS)  When 11-year-old Aaron Ware showed signs of depression a few months ago – his pediatrician prescribed something extremely unusual. After talking with the boy, Dr. Marilyn Corder came up with a treatment plan that was either pure genius or malpractice. CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman reported Corder’s prescription was, basically, make a batch of cookies – and call her in the morning. “And that’s exactly what I did,” Aaron said. “I baked some cookies and I brought them back to her office to see how she liked them.”As Corder put it, “the rest is history.”

To read the rest of this incredible story and watch the video, visit CBS here.