[Music] A tall wall looms before me. Is it the net or my own doubts that keep me rooted in place. The whistle blows and I run to the center of the court.Eyes locked on the ball, soaring over the net as I position myself, waiting for the pass. Soon it comes. Wait, wait.Now, my hands work in unison, cradling the ball and pushing it up where the hitter spice it over. One day during practice, my teammate asked me, "Why do you like setting? Isn't it a lot of running?" In response, I merely smiled and replied, "E ...

Key Issues & Challenges - Personal failures, chronic stress, health issues, identity crisis, changing life stage, perfectionism, false self, toxic resilience, learned helplessness, social comparison (FOMO), and loneliness are core reasons for feeling lost [4][5][6][7] - 62% of students report feeling inadequate due to social media comparison [7] - 70% of students worldwide reported that their grades suffer due to burnout [8] - 65% of international students suffer from family expectations to excel academically, leading to higher stress [9] Solutions & Recommendations - Expressive writing (journaling) for 15-20 minutes to process emotions [17] - Reconnecting with one's "why" by revisiting core reasons and reflecting on motivations [18][19][20] - Setting micro goals for realistic accomplishment to build momentum and avoid feeling overwhelmed [19][20] Illustrative Examples - Thomas Edison failed over 1,000 times before inventing the light bulb [12] - Steve Jobs was fired from Apple but later returned to lead the company to success with iPhone and iPad [13] - Arunima Sinha, despite losing her legs, became the first female amputee to climb Mount Everest [14] - JK Rowling faced 12 rejections before Harry Potter became a global success [15] - Netflix was rejected by Blockbuster for $50 million, but now has over 260 million subscribers [15]

Personal Growth & Self-awareness - The speaker initially chased external achievements like being the best mom, wife, and entrepreneur, but found it draining and not fulfilling [1] - The speaker learned the importance of embracing the unfamiliar and finding value within oneself, rather than constantly chasing impossible goals [1] - The speaker realized the significance of humility, kindness, and being present in the moment, rather than being overly ambitious [1][2] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance, including embracing failures and tears, as essential for personal growth and authenticity [5][6] Workplace Dynamics & Leadership - The speaker highlights the challenge of managing egos in the workplace and the importance of fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment [2][3] - The speaker emphasizes the value of creating a work environment where colleagues love and support each other, rather than competing or gossiping [3][6] - The speaker advocates for empowering teams to be self-sufficient and integrated, allowing for personal freedom and autonomy [6] - The speaker believes in taking care of the team, as they will in turn take care of the clients, echoing the sentiment of successful entrepreneurs [6] Relationships & Interpersonal Skills - The speaker discusses how chasing perfection in relationships can lead to frustration and resentment if reciprocity is not perceived [2] - The speaker learned the importance of allowing others to be themselves and not imposing unrealistic expectations on them [2] - The speaker emphasizes the power of forgiveness and the willingness to understand others, even when it's difficult [6]

Core Message - Failure is not the opposite of success, but a crucial stepping stone towards it [1] - Embracing failure, learning from it, and daring to try again are key to enduring achievements [1] - Failure teaches unique lessons that success often cannot [1] - Courage in moments of failure becomes a bridge between falling and rising [1] Examples of Success Through Failure - JK Rowling faced countless rejections and poverty before creating Harry Potter, transforming challenges into fuel for determination [1] - Oprah Winfrey was fired from her first TV job but became a global icon, demonstrating courage and belief in her potential [1] - Michael Jordan missed almost 9,000 shots and lost almost 300 games, highlighting that brilliance is about never giving up [1][2] Call to Action - Embrace failure as a stepping stone to success, not a stumbling block to defeat [4] - Rise again stronger and wiser after falling [4] - Learn from mistakes and continue [5]

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Before I begin, I would like to ask you a question. Have you ever heard about what do you want to be when you grow up. Who has heard of that question.Can I see a raise of hands now. Put them down. And I want to ask another question.Who wants to be a doctor. A few of you. I see you guys even at the back.A teacher. None. An engineer, a lawyer, an entrepreneur, or maybe even a content creator.[Music] Growing up as the overachieving child, everybody told me that whatever I set my mind into, I can achieve it. Pe ...

[Music] Failure. Failure sure is something all of us have felt before. Failure to get the grades your mom asked for. Failure to meet your work deadlines.Then getting yelled at by your loving, caring, and compassionate boss. We've all been there. Except the boss part.I haven't. Well, not yet. How about we jump into a time machine.wind back in time to the beginning of grade 10 to hear my story. My story of failure. So, here we are.It's 2023 again. I was sitting in one of those congested school benches. You kn ...

Communication & Inclusion - Real communication begins with effort and non-verbal cues, not just words [1] - Feeling unfamiliar or unsure is a natural part of trying new things [1] - Failure is not final; it's an opportunity to try again, think, and listen better [3] - Inclusion involves being quiet at times and recognizing small gestures [3] Project SignVerse & Impact - Project SignVerse was born from a moment of understanding and a desire to not repeat past mistakes [3] - 135 students were willing to learn sign language, demonstrating a willingness to care and try [3] - The project started with teaching basics of Indian Sign Language to 9th and 10th graders [1] Personal Growth & Reflection - It took two years to understand that inclusion is not a task to check off, but something to learn again and again [2] - The speaker initially aimed to teach Korean or the power of Mandarin, but shifted to Indian Sign Language [1] - The speaker realized the importance of being present and listening, even without sound [1]

Key Takeaways - The speaker emphasizes the importance of truth-telling in environments where it's often suppressed [1][2] - The speaker shares personal experiences, including being born with a disability and facing societal stigmas [2][3] - The speaker highlights the societal tendency to define inspiration as overcoming suffering, rather than preventing it [7] - The speaker discusses making life decisions based on elimination rather than passion, influenced by family and societal expectations [9][10][14] - The speaker recounts achieving state first rank in engineering entrance exam [13] Overcoming Challenges & Societal Perceptions - The speaker faced challenges in education due to their disability, being denied admission to multiple schools [5] - The speaker's family faced societal judgment and criticism due to the speaker's disability [3][16] - The speaker's skydiving experience was misinterpreted as a source of inspiration, overshadowing efforts to advocate for disability infrastructure [20][21] - The speaker's journey to the South Pole was inspired by another explorer's climate change advocacy [27] - The speaker humorously addresses societal misunderstandings and prejudices faced by people with disabilities [33][34] Humor & Happiness - The speaker advocates for maintaining a sense of humor in the face of failure and adversity [36] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of finding joy in the little things in life [38] - The speaker concludes that happiness throughout life's journey is more important than accomplishments [39]

[संगीत] आई हैव टू टेल यू दैट यू ऑल आर लकी यू हैड अ स्टैंड ट्रोल बिफोर दिस बिकॉज़ माय टॉक इज़ गोइंग टू गेट अ विपन हेवी। फॉर दोज़ ऑफ़ यू वुड डोंट नो आई ड्रू अप इन मैंगलोर एंड आई हैव अ हिस्ट्री विथ एमआई। तो आई एम वेरी हैप्पी टू बी हियर। थैंक यू फॉर हैविंग मी हियर एंड दिस फील्स लाइक होम। इमेजिन चेसिंग आफ्टर अ ड्री फॉर इयर्स। ओनली टू रियलाइज़ ड्यात दी एन्ड गोल दैट यू आर चेसिंग आफ्टर इज़ नॉट क्वाइट व्हाट इज़ थॉट इट वुड बी। आई एम टू शेयर माई जर्नी ऑफ़ फ्रीड फाइन सक्सेस। एंड हाउ आई रियलाइज़ दैट इट्स क्वाइट ऑफन हिडन इनोस एक् ...