About Arianna Merritt, MEd

Arianna is a results driven millennial empath, digital strategist, and creative jill-of-all-trades.

Twelve years ago, she was training to be a counsellor and got an idea to share her learning online with a broader audience. An innovative problem-solver and change agent, she saw a need for more community support for those starting their careers. She ventured into the unknown, before social media was common place, and she started a blog. It was scary, who was she to think that others would be interested in what she had to say? Pushing past the fear of the unknown, Arianna grew her confidence and that decision has changed her life. 

Transparent about navigating the uncertain life after graduation, her challenges with entrepreneurship and mental health, Arianna’s authentic, vulnerable and mind-shifting writing-style and photography connects with audiences globally.

Her commitment to her blog has led her to interview over 100 guests, coach people how to blog and connect online, expand to becoming a content creator on Instagram (@ariannaonthego), and building a global community. 

Known for her signature style and love of red lipstick and sunglasses, Arianna is sought out for her experience and offers a warm and nonjudgmental space to provide support, guidance, clarity, and growth. People trust her compassion, resilience, and expertise to support them on their journey. 

She is dedicated to health and fitness. Throughout the pandemic, Arianna has been sharing her daily mental health walks in nature on her Instagram @ariannaonthego. She used to row for the University of Toronto Varsity Blues rowing team in the Women’s 8. 

Arianna has a Master’s of Education in Applied Psychology and Human Development (University of Toronto/OISE) and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Carleton University). She has lived in three different major Canadian cities: Ottawa, Toronto, and Victoria.