The DaliTalks Podcast

In this episode, I sit down with holistic practitioner Candice Van Dertholen to explore the powerful work she’s doing to help people navigate life’s biggest transitions. Candice shares her journey, her approach to holistic healing, and the transformative impact her clients experience when they align their energy with the life they truly desire.

We dive into:

Candice’s clients often come to her at a crossroads—when the old way of living no longer feels right, but the new path forward isn’t yet clear. Through modalities like Reiki and energy alignment, she helps them shift the patterns holding them back so they can gain clarity, attract soul-aligned relationships, create more ease with money, and break generational cycles.

Whether you’re in a season of transition, seeking greater clarity, or simply curious about holistic practices, this episode will give you an inspiring look at how energy work can unlock lasting change.

Connect with Candice Van Dertholen

Website: https://heal.me/candice#about 

Connect with me: 

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In this episode, I sit down with Burcu Onaranel Erten, a Marketing & Branding Coach, NLP Master Practitioner, and Certified Professional Life Coach. Burcu shares her inspiring journey of leaving the HR industry in Turkey to pursue her passion for coaching through NLP.

We dive into:

• • How her career transition began and what sparked the change
  • What NLP coaching really is and how it can transform lives
  • The practical side of building a client base in a new field
    
  • Burcu’s advice for anyone ready to take a bold leap into a completely new career path
    

  Whether you’re curious about NLP, considering a career shift, or simply need encouragement to follow your passion, this conversation is packed with insight and inspiration.

Tune in now and discover what it takes to embrace change with courage and clarity.

Connect with Burcu Onaranel Erten

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/joyyburcu/?hl=en 

Website: https://joyyburcu.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joyyburcu/featured

Connect with me: 

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Website: https://www.dalitalks.com 

Are you leveraging your relationship with your child’s pediatrician?

In this episode of DaliTalks, we’re joined by Dr. Kristen Cook, a pediatrician with over 15 years of experience and a mom herself.

Dr. Cook opens up about her journey into pediatrics, the lessons she’s learned from supporting families, and the powerful ways parents and pediatricians can collaborate to help children thrive.

From navigating tricky conversations with kids to understanding common struggles children face today, this conversation is filled with practical insights and compassionate advice every parent can use.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Dr. Cook’s background and why she’s passionate about pediatrics
• How parents and pediatricians can work as a team to support a child’s development
• Approaches for navigating difficult conversations with childrenCommon struggles children are facing in today’s world, and how parents can help+ Her insight into prescribing birth control
• Medical insurance challenges for both doctors and parents

Whether you’re a new parent, experienced caregiver, or simply curious about working better with your child’s pediatrician, this episode offers a refreshing mix of professional expertise and real-life parenting wisdom.

Connect with Kristen Cook

• Website: https://www.kristencookmd.com/

Connect with me:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dalitalks?igsh=MTJtcnNoMnFjNzh1bA==
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dalitalk
• Website: https://www.dalitalks.com

Welcome to the Careers Pathways Series on the DaliTalks Podcast! 

Are you or your teen wondering which career path is the right one? 

In this series, we explore the real stories behind career journeys—from the unexpected detours to the big wins.

Every Friday at noon (ET), professionals share:

✅ Their school & career experiences (including the struggles and the triumphs)

✅ How they navigated career pivots and found work they love

✅ Income insights, challenges, and opportunities in their fields

✅ Encouragement for parents & teens that grades are NOT the end-all, be-all

🎓 Whether your teen is applying to college, exploring different careers, or just figuring out their next step, this series gives families the tools and inspiration to navigate college and career readiness with confidence.

📌 Timestamps (add after upload)

00:00 – Introduction

00:30 – Why Careers Pathways series matters

01:15 – Real stories from professionals

02:45 – Why success isn’t one-size-fits-all

04:30 – What’s coming next in the series

Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss any episodes!💬

Drop your questions for our guests in the comments—they’ll be checking in to respond.

📅 New Career Pathways episodes every Friday at 12 PM ET.📅 New personal/professional growth interviews every Wednesday.

👉 For more parenting resources, bullying prevention tools, and confidence-building strategies for kids, visit: https://DaliTalks.com

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Listening to someone’s story can uplift and give us strength. If you are in need of any of that, join me for this powerful event!

In this episode, I speak with Nancy and Amy Harrington, creators of the Passionistas Project Virtual Summit 2025 Awakening Your Power event and the ones who spearheaded the writing of an anthology that can transform mindsets in powerful ways. 

The Harrington sisters discuss how they came about creating the Passionistas Project, the purpose of the summit, what you can expect from it and they invite you to join the Passionistas Sisterhood. 

The summit kicked off August 26th and runs through the 28th. So, if you are watching and it has already kicked off, it’s not too late to join before it ends. 

#sisterhood #author #awakeningyourpower

In this episode, I open up about the two resources I created to help parents and educators take real action against bullying:

📖 Confident, Bully-Proof Kids – a guide packed with confidence-building strategies, everyday scripts parents can use, and practical steps to help kids stand tall against bullying. It’s about giving your child the inner armor they need.

📖 Your Guide to Bullying Prevention – a straightforward handbook for parents and educators that breaks down the types of bullying, signs to watch for, and clear steps to advocate with schools. It’s the “how-to” manual you wish you had earlier.

Both are important because they don’t just explain bullying — they hand you tools you can use today to protect and empower kids.

Along with my books, I briefly share other services I provide for families and schools, including:

• Keynote speeches that motivate and educate audiences

• Interactive workshops for parents and students

• One-on-one consulting for families who need tailored guidance

• Professional development sessions for school staff

👉 If you’re ready to bring this training and advocacy to your home or school, let’s connect.

We can stop bullying before it starts — but only if we work together.

hIf you’re ready to bring this training and advocacy to your home or school, let’s connect: Book a workshop | Schedule a 1:1 consult

We can stop bullying before it starts — but only if we work together.

If you’re ready to bring this training and advocacy to your home or school, let’s connect: Book a workshop | Schedule a 1:1 consult

We can stop bullying before it starts — but only if we work together.

https://www.dalitalks.com/linktree

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A way to truly learn about a group of people is by learning about them directly from them.

Heidy De La Cruz, host of the award winning podcast, The American Dream in the Eyes of Immigrants speaks to us about:

The reason she created her podcast interviewing immigrants

What she’s learned from speaking to her guests that shared their immigrant stories

Her trip to the border to learn more about the immigration crisis

What people can do to change the immigration narrative to a positive tone

You can learn more about Heidy at https://heidydelacruz.com/ and listen to The American Dream in the Eyes of Immigrants anywhere that you listen to podcasts. 

Also, please let me know what you liked about this episode by leaving a comment or a review. In this episode, we sit down with Heidy De La Cruz — writer, speaker, and host of the award-winning podcast The American Dream in the Eyes of Immigrants. Heidy shares her powerful mission to amplify immigrant voices and reshape the immigration narrative through the art of storytelling.

We explore:

🎙️ Why Heidy started her podcast to highlight real-life immigrant stories

💡 Eye-opening lessons she’s learned from interviewing guests from diverse backgrounds

🌎 Her impactful journey to the U.S.–Mexico border to witness the immigration crisis firsthand

🔄 How everyday people can help shift the immigration conversation in a more compassionate and hopeful direction

Whether you’re an immigrant, an ally, or someone interested in human-centered storytelling, this episode will open your eyes and heart.

🔗 Learn more about Heidy De La Cruz: https://heidydelacruz.com

🎧 Listen to The American Dream in the Eyes of Immigrants on your favorite podcast app.

💬 We’d love to hear your thoughts! Leave a comment or review to let us know what resonated most with you.

For more information about Dali or DaliTalks

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Guests:✨ Elizabeth Sautter, MA, CCC-SLP – Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, Author, and Parent Coach✨ Dali Rivera – Founder of the Diversity & Anti-Bullying Academy and Bullying Prevention Educator

What really causes kids to bully? How can we help children regulate their emotions, build confidence, and stand up for others — especially when the world is telling them to “stay out of it”?

In this heartfelt and unapologetically real conversation, Elizabeth Sautter and Dali Rivera tackle the emotional, social, and cultural roots of bullying. From decoding the “snitches get stitches” mentality to empowering families with the right vocabulary to talk about bullying, this episode is a call to action for every parent, teacher, and caregiver.

Whether your child is neurodivergent, struggling with confidence, or not sure how to be an upstander — this episode gives you tools, language, and perspective to do better for the next generation.

• Why low self-esteem and lack of emotional tools are breeding grounds for bullying

• The difference between a conflict and bullying (and why language matters)

• How “snitches get stitches” culture silences victims and empowers bullies

• What to do when your child is the one doing the bullying — with zero shame

• Tips for helping victims of bullying feel safe, seen, and strong

• How to raise emotionally regulated kids who don’t lash out

• Why every community needs more upstanders, not passive bystanders

• Tools for talking about bullying with neurodivergent children

• Why social-emotional learning is not optional — it’s survival

• Normalize conversations about emotions, boundaries, and advocacy

• Teach your child the vocabulary they need to express harm or concern

• Role-play how to speak up or get help when someone is being bullied

• Check in with your school about SEL programming and bullying policies

• Reflect on your own beliefs around “toughness” and emotional expression

• Follow up if your child is accused of bullying — don’t deflect, don’t panic 

🔗 Learn more about Elizabeth Sautter at[email protected]

http://elizabethsautter.com

https://www.instagram.com/elizabeth.sautter  

https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethSautterMACCCSLP 

https://www.pinterest.com/elizasautter/ 

🔗 Learn more about Dali at

https://www.DaliTalks.com

https://instragram.com/DaliTalks

💬 Episode Overview:🔑 Key Topics Covered:👣 Action Steps for Parents:
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TRIGGER WARNING!!

This episode dives deep into trauma, identity, and truth. It’s not easy—but it’s necessary. Are you ready to listen and learn?

Safrianna Lughna is a licensed trauma therapist turned transformational guide, and she helps visionary leaders break free from the exhausting cycle of people-pleasing and perfectionism.

Safrianna speaks on her realization of being in an intimate partner violence and domestic violence relationship. She explains how SA can seem unclear to people, and we discuss a different type of relationship. 

This episode will push your comfort level, but if you want to educate yourself, listen to the full episode. 

Here is a breakdown of our discussion with time stamps. 

• 15:20 to 20:35 Realized she had experienced SA.

• 23:43 - Explains ethical non-monogamy (ENM) relationships. 

• 33:58 - Explains neopronouns.

• 48:00 - Who Safrianna works with and her therapy modalities.

You can learn more about Safrianna and her services at https://safrianna.com and at 

https://livinglunas.com/socials and on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/@LivingLUNA

Anandamayi Baker, author of “Bee-Coming Strong”, experienced a lot of hardships and experienced bullying as a child. She talks about the importance of making sure that children have effective tools to overcome many challenges and learn to love themselves. 

During our conversation, she discussed:

🗣🗣 why kids need to learn more about kindness.

🗣🗣 the importance of breath work and emotional regulation.

🗣🗣 how she dealt with bullying.

🗣🗣 how her book can help kids understand others, empathy, and kindness.

You can learn more about Anandamayi at:

AnandamayiBaker.com

#kindness #childhood #childrensbook

Please visit https://www.dalitalks.com for resources on bullying awareness and prevention.