Hola!
I’m Chelo Fansua, and my greatest passion in life is helping people make better decisions. In 2012, I created the Anatoliah Talk because I believe one emotionally intelligent conversation can change the way a person sees themselves—and the choices they make throughout their lives.
Why Anatoliah?
It was the first place where humans crafted mirrors 8,000 years ago. The premise of my talk is to inspire you to look in the mirror and begin to make better decisions.
Who benefits the most?
Anatoliah is a decision-making experience designed to help students pause, think, and make empowering decisions. The following five groups are especially well suited for the experience:
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Student Leadership & Student Government — Developing responsible, confident student leaders.
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AVID & College Readiness Programs — Helping students navigate academic expectations, peer pressure, and future decisions.
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SEL & Character Development Groups — Strengthening self-awareness, emotional regulation, and responsible decision-making.
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Students Needing Positive Direction — Supporting students navigating behavioral challenges, peer pressure, and difficult choices.
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School-Wide Student Experiences — Bringing a meaningful decision-making message to the broader student body and school culture.
How long is it?
45-minutes
How do I accomplish this?
By sharing my immigrant story and infusing a fun, engaging, and a impactful decision-making roadmap that teaches the following:
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Focus on what matters
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Improve self-talk
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Manage your emotions
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Make better decisions
How did it begin?
I began a journey to help people address an issue that transcends race, nationality, gender, and economic background: the ability to make better decisions.
After working in corporate America for more than eight years, I realized my heart was being called somewhere else. I wanted to create something that could help people understand that they were born with a unique capacity to lead lives of purpose, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence.
"Your message is particularly beneficial in a middle school, where students navigate crucial personal and academic development stages."
- Principal Floyd @ Robinswood Middle School, Orlando, FL