Welcome!
Founded in 2012 by Berklee College of Music alumnus Mike “Chelo” Fana, The Anatoliah Workshop helps students make better decisions and improve friendships in and out of school.
The problem
Students are constantly influenced by social media, peer pressure, and the struggle to understand who they are. These influences compete for their attention and can shape their journey academically and in life.
Our solution
Every decision has a roadmap.
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FOCUS (what am I paying attention to?)
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SELF-TALK (what am I telling myself?)
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EMOTIONS (how is this making me feel?)
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DECISIONS (what am I doing about it?)
When would a student need it?
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Adapting to a new school environment
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Preparing for a new school environment
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Dealing with bullying and conflict
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Facing peer pressure
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Building positive friendships
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Academics get challenging
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When making an important decision
Timeframe?
Each 45-minute session
Location?
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Classroom
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Library
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Media room
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Cafeteria
When can it be held?
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Before school starts
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During regular school hours
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After school (afternoons & evenings)
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Saturdays (limited dates available)
Capacity?
Each session accommodates 15–50 students, with the flexibility to meet your school’s specific needs.
The Impact
From Maine to California, our workshop has helped thousands of students understand how focus, self-talk, and emotions shape the emotionally intelligent decisions they make.
Here are a few examples of the impact.
"Through his message, he was able to inspire our students to tap into their inner-self and allow their light to shine and empower other students."
- Dr. Brown, ex-Assistant Diversity Director @ Rollins College, Winter Park, FL
"I was moved by how much our students deeply enjoyed Chelo's visit. The experience was transformative."
- AP Rodgers @
Everett Alvarez HS, Selenas, CA
"Anatoliah is particularly beneficial in a middle school, where students navigate crucial personal and academic development stages."
- Principal Floyd @ Robinswood Middle School, Orlando, FL
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"I'm thrilled by how you engaged with our students and the sheer relevance of the material presented!"
- Dr. James, Principal
@ Hartsville Middle, SC
"I used to have a lot of negative thoughts. After the workshop, I have more self-confidence."
- Stephanie 7th grade student @ Stone Middle School, Centerville, VA
"As a national advocate against youth violence, I love the work Chelo is doing around the country!"
- President & CEO Monalisa Smith
@ MJE, Boston, MA
What's the experience like?
Engaging - Students participate throughout.
Fun - Students can earn wonderful prizes.
Memorable - Students learn a simple decision roadmap.
Impactful - Real life stories and Q&A session
Actionable - Students take on a challenge.
Step #1: Focus
What am I paying attention to?
We begin with a game called “Remember The Color,” designed to show students the importance of focusing on what matters.
Students discover that the first step in making emotionally intelligent decisions is learning to focus on what matters—in and out of school.
Step #2: Self-Talk
What does it mean to me?
Students explore the second step of making emotionally intelligent decisions: understanding the inner conversations they have about what they're focusing on.
Step #3: Emotions
How is it making me feel?
Students will learn how their self-talk influences their emotions—and how understanding those emotions can help them make emotionally intelligent decisions.
Q&A: Speak your mind!
Let's heal together
Students will have the opportunity to ask questions, share thoughts, and connect real-life situations to the three steps.
Common Funding Sources
Schools fund this through existing budgets such as:
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Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programs
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PBIS / Positive Behavior initiatives
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Character education programs
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Leadership development classes
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School climate improvement initiatives
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Student enrichment funds
Our workshop supports these efforts by helping students strengthen decision-making skills and positively influence their peers.
Why book our workshop?
Practical Message: Students learn decision-making and accountability skills they can use immediately and for the rest of their lives.
Real Connection: Real-life stories and interactive activities keep students engaged, encourage participation, and help them connect the lessons to their everyday lives.
Stronger Friendships & School Culture: The 5-day accountability challenge helps students build stronger friendships, support one another, and carry the workshop’s message into their everyday school experience.
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Let's talk!
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