The Unsung Self | Jyotsna Radhakrishnan | TEDxMITS

Personal Growth & Self-Discovery - The talk emphasizes the importance of inner renaissance, defined as personal growth through self-discovery by peeling off societal conditioning [21] - It encourages individuals to slow down and ask themselves "Who am I?" to live a life aligned with their physical, emotional, and mental needs [22] - The speaker's personal journey highlights the experience of burnout from societal pressures and the competitive environment of the entertainment industry [1][2] Neurodiversity & Awareness - The speaker shares a personal diagnosis of late-diagnosed high-masking autism to promote awareness and understanding of neurodiversity [13][14] - The talk advocates for increased awareness and tools for identifying neurodivergence (ADHD, autism, giftedness) in children within families and the school system [17][18] - It highlights that the struggles of neurodivergent individuals are often invisible and internal [19] Career & Life Transition - The speaker transitioned from a successful music career to becoming a certified life coach specializing in artist coaching [12][20] - A two-year job offer in the UK provided an opportunity for the speaker to take a break, slow down, and rediscover personal interests [5] - The speaker's experience in the UK involved initial loneliness and second-guessing, but ultimately led to personal growth and a renewed sense of self [8][9]