The Art of the In-Between: Navigating Uncertainty & Growth | Sriya Deokar | TEDxHultLondonSalon

Core Message - The speech emphasizes the importance of embracing uncertainty and taking chances to unlock potential and achieve personal growth [5][7][9] - It encourages individuals to ask for what they want and not be afraid of failure, as breakthroughs often come from uncertainty [5][6][9] - The speaker advocates for living in the "in-between," the space between perceived limitations and potential capabilities [7] Key Concepts - Paradoxical Thinking: Combining opposing ideas (art and science, data and intuition, stability and risk, emotion and logic) can lead to innovation, better decisions, entrepreneurship, and good leadership [11][12] - Redefining Success: Success is unique to each individual and should not be defined by societal norms or fixed outcomes [25] - Embracing Uncertainty: Breakthroughs often arise from uncertainty, and individuals should be comfortable living in the question [9][12] Practical Application - The speaker shares a personal anecdote about moving from India to Japan at 17, highlighting the challenges and eventual success in adapting to a new culture and language [14][17][18] - The "bag" exercise illustrates that individuals are best equipped to handle their own problems [27][31] - The speaker encourages listeners to view life as a living laboratory, where experiments (even failures) are opportunities for growth and resilience [24]