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Angela H. Bayer-Persico  

CEO of WOA Training & Consulting; Author of "Journey of an Accredited Provider"

Angela H. Bayer-Persico brings over 26 years of experience in the early childhood education field, sharing her expertise as a bilingual Spanish/English speaker at national conferences for over 15 years. As a master cadre trainer, Bayer-Persico provides in-depth guidance on creating inclusive, trauma-informed classrooms. She is a certified ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) speaker, helping educators address the impact of trauma on young children. Bayer-Persico’s contributions to the field include authoring several articles in Young Children Magazine and the book Journey of an Accredited Provider.

Known for her motivational, heart-centered speaking style, she inspires educators to connect deeply with children and families while fostering resilience and emotional well-being. Her career highlights include training educators across corporate and nonprofit settings, helping to build nurturing learning environments that support all children's development.

Speech Topics

Finding Your Passion Again

In the demanding world of education and caregiving, burnout is a common challenge. This speech, Finding Your Passion Again, is designed to help educators and caregivers reconnect with the joy and purpose that originally inspired them. Through heartfelt stories, practical strategies, and motivational insights, Angela H. Bayer-Persico empowers participants to rediscover their inner drive, reflect on their personal journeys, and renew their sense of fulfillment in their roles. Attendees will leave with a clearer sense of their "why" and actionable steps to reignite their passion, even amidst daily challenges.

Objectives:

Reconnect with Purpose: Participants will identify the core values and motivations that initially inspired their work and learn strategies to realign with those passions.

Recognize Signs of Burnout: Attendees will gain insight into the signs of burnout and learn practical techniques to counteract its effects in both personal and professional life.

Create a Passion Plan: Participants will develop a personalized action plan to sustain motivation, find joy in everyday tasks, and maintain passion throughout their careers.

Finding the Glimmers, Not Triggers

Finding the Glimmers, Not Triggers is a transformative speech that shifts the focus from trauma to healing by exploring the small, positive moments—"glimmers"—that spark joy, hope, and resilience. In this empowering talk, Angela H. Bayer-Persico, a trauma-informed ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) speaker, guides participants on how to recognize and cultivate these glimmers in their everyday lives. Rather than being defined by triggers and past pain, attendees will learn how to center their attention on moments of peace, connection, and possibility. Through engaging stories and actionable strategies, Angela inspires a mindset shift that fosters emotional well-being and personal growth.

Objectives:

Identify Glimmers in Daily Life: Participants will learn how to recognize small moments of joy and positivity that counterbalance trauma and stress.

Reduce Trigger Responses: Attendees will develop practical tools to manage emotional triggers and replace them with healing glimmers that support mental and emotional resilience.

Create a Healing Routine: Participants will create a personal action plan to incorporate daily practices that increase awareness of glimmers, fostering long-term emotional health and a positive mindset.

Living with Our Traumas and Loving Ourselves Again

Living with Our Traumas and Loving Ourselves Again is a powerful, healing journey designed to help individuals acknowledge and embrace their past traumas while rediscovering self-love. In this heartfelt speech, Angela H. Bayer-Persico draws on her expertise as a trauma-informed ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) speaker to offer compassionate guidance on processing pain, building resilience, and fostering emotional healing. Through stories of transformation and evidence-based strategies, Angela inspires participants to turn their trauma into a source of strength, nurturing self-compassion and growth along the way. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of themselves and the tools to embrace both their trauma and their personal worth.

Objectives:

Understand Trauma's Impact: Participants will gain insights into how trauma shapes emotional and psychological well-being and how it can be transformed into a source of personal growth.

Develop Self-Compassion: Attendees will learn practical techniques for nurturing self-love and compassion, even when faced with unresolved trauma.

Embrace Healing Practices: Participants will create a personalized plan incorporating trauma-informed strategies to foster self-acceptance, resilience, and ongoing emotional healing.

What Happened to You?

What Happened to You? is a deeply reflective speech that shifts the conversation around trauma from "What's wrong with you?" to "What happened to you?" Drawing from her experience as a trauma-informed ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences) speaker, Angela H. Bayer-Persico explores how past experiences shape our emotional and behavioral responses. This talk helps participants understand the impact of trauma on the brain and behavior while offering compassionate ways to address and heal from it. Angela provides tools to foster empathy, both for oneself and others, while empowering individuals to rewrite their personal narratives with resilience and healing.

Objectives:

Understand Trauma's Effects: Participants will learn about the brain’s response to trauma and how past experiences influence present behavior and emotions.

Shift from Judgment to Empathy: Attendees will develop the ability to replace judgment with empathy by recognizing how trauma manifests in themselves and others.

Empower Personal Healing: Participants will create an actionable plan for self-care and healing, focusing on building resilience and nurturing self-awareness in their personal and professional lives.

Our Strength Within: Resilience Building

Our Strength Within: Resilience Building is an inspiring speech focused on tapping into inner strength to overcome life’s challenges. Angela H. Bayer-Persico, a motivational speaker and trauma-informed expert, shares practical insights on how individuals can build resilience by drawing on their personal experiences and embracing their vulnerabilities. This speech emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, emotional regulation, and adaptive coping strategies. Through relatable stories and actionable tools, Angela empowers participants to turn adversity into an opportunity for growth, cultivating a resilient mindset that enhances both personal and professional well-being.

Objectives:

Discover Inner Strength: Participants will learn how to recognize and tap into their existing strengths to foster resilience and face challenges with confidence.

Develop Resilience Skills: Attendees will explore practical techniques for emotional regulation, problem-solving, and building a positive mindset in times of adversity.

Create a Resilience Plan: Participants will develop a personalized plan for building resilience, focusing on long-term strategies to maintain emotional well-being and adaptability.

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