What We Think Strength Looks Like ,And What It Really Is | Pankaj Gopalani | TEDxMotilalNehruCollege

Overcoming Adversity & Achieving Goals - The narrative highlights an individual's journey of recovery and subsequent admission to IIM Kolkata despite physical limitations [1] - The individual successfully navigated accessibility challenges on campus, advocating for improvements [2] - Despite facing job loss after graduation, the individual demonstrated resilience by upskilling and securing a new position, eventually leading the mobility division of a firm [2][3] Challenging Perceptions & Embracing Change - The story emphasizes that disability is a perceived limitation rather than an actual inability [3] - The speaker's personal transformation involved embracing imperfection and focusing on connection rather than seeking perfection in communication [4][5][7] - The speech encourages the audience to identify and challenge their own limiting beliefs or "illusions" [6][8][9] Embracing Discomfort & Growth - The act of holding hands in an unfamiliar way illustrates that discomfort can lead to change and growth [9][10][11] - The core message is about moving forward and dismantling illusions to realize one's full potential [7][8][9]