Help Kids Discover Their Unique Spark
Before the World Tells Them Who to Be
Workshops • Keynotes • Storytelling with Soul
Ana Karina Da Silva is a dynamic speaker, writer, and creative force dedicated to helping individuals reconnect with their authentic selves. Through engaging storytelling, humor, and interactive workshops, she guides both children and adults to rediscover their passions and inner spark. Her sessions are more than just talks—they're transformative experiences that leave participants feeling seen, inspired, and empowered.
Book Ana Karina for your School or Organization
Keynote for students (ages 9-18)
Engaging, high-energy talk designed to inspire and empower students. Through humor, storytelling, and real-life lessons, I help kids recognize their unique talents, build confidence, and stay true to themselves—no matter what pressures they face. Available in-person or virtually.
Creative Workshop for Emotional Intelligence & Talent Discovery:
A dynamic, two-hour interactive workshop that blends storytelling, comedy, and mindfulness to unlock students' creativity, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness. Through fun, relatable activities, kids will discover their natural talents and develop the tools to express themselves authentically. Available in-person or online.
Talks for Parents and Educators
Guiding parents and educators to better support the emotional and developmental needs of the children they care about. These talks provide practical, actionable tools to help adults create a nurturing environment where kids can thrive, explore their talents, and develop resilience. These sessions help break through barriers and build stronger, more connected relationships.
Why it works?
The magic happens when kids feel safe to be themselves. Ana doesn’t just teach emotional intelligence — she makes it feel like an adventure. With tools drawn from psychotherapy, healing arts, and 15+ years of creative work, Ana creates spaces where laughter leads to learning and softness leads to strength.
Trusted by McDonald’s Corporate, Latina Moms, Educators Across the U.S., and Kids Who Don’t Like Lectures
This was a fun and interactive session. I loved seeing how some people channeled their inner child during one activity. And doing a version of "Simon Says" to get us moving and interacting differently. I appreciated the rapid questions to remind me of my younger self and preferences, and then a mediation trip to meet and interact with the younger me.
— McDonald's Headquarters Employee
“I connected with my inner child in two hours like I wasn't able to in two years of therapy.”
— Patricia Herrera, Influencer
“Ana was a very warm and engaging speaker.”
— McDonald's Headquarters Employee
“Ana conducted a virtual Embrace Your Inner Child session with a large group of my colleagues. She got on camera and put her whole being into the session, pulling us out from our computer monitor comfort zones and loosening us up for silliness and intimacy. Then, she delivered a beautiful, guided meditation that I’ll be returning to regularly. Highly recommended!”
— Jim Slade. SVP, Shared Services, The Lockwood Groupe
Seven countries, over a thousand kids—and counting
Background
With over 15 years in a successful advertising career and more than 30 creativity awards, including a Cannes Lion, Ana Karina Da Silva believes that combining creativity and psychology can empower children to explore their talents and shape their futures.
Ana Karina collaborated with two accredited psychologists to develop a dynamic program after engaging with hundreds of children worldwide through her book. She discovered that children need a supportive space to recognize their strengths before external expectations start to influence them.
One dream after the other
It all started with a book
A bilingual story that inspires kids follow their dreams.
“My daughter loves the story so much! She loves Emma and her dream to become a singer! I really appreciate that the author is inspiring children to not only follow their dreams, but to achieve them! This is so important in today's society! Both the illustrations and the story are engaging. 100% recommended”.
Kizzy Petit
When Ana Karina started her program for kids, adults began asking for a similar experience to explore their talents and passions. So, she created one digital and in-person.
Time to make it happen.
Want to see your child thrive? Our workshops can make a difference. Fill out the form to learn more!