A very good uh morning to all of you. I would like to start with a very intriguing question because the answer can be very complex. I want all of you with your right hand index finger point to Chennai airport on the count of three. 1 2 3 point Okay, great. So now you can see the difference, right? Almost 360°. So every pointy pointing to a very different direction though you all know a Chennai airport very well but it is you can actually go there. This is how we store information in our brains. We think tha ...

Personal Development & Change - Change is inevitable and doesn't ask for permission, breaking and building individuals [1] - Life is not a transaction; effort alone is not enough, requiring something greater [1] - Individuals are not nouns but verbs, meant to evolve and change, not be confined by titles [2][3] - Holding onto titles provides validation and a sense of safety, but change reveals true identity [4] - The real test of change is whether one can exist without labels and past achievements [5] - Change is a battlefield demanding sacrifice, and many surrender too easily [9] - Focus on behavior and attitude, as one falls to the level of their behavior, not rises to the level of their goals [18] - Success requires obsession and determination, which outweigh talent and intelligence [20] - Life presents a choice between comfort and suffering; inaction is also a choice [22][23] - Life is measured by overcoming challenges and taking action, not just by achievements and dreams [24]

Career & Experience - The speaker has 16 years of experience in the United States, including 9 years at Marvel Studios as Director of Creative Content [1] - The speaker worked at Marvel Studios from around the time of Iron Man 2 until Avengers Endgame in 2019 [2] - The speaker served as Head of Originals for Vue, an Asian streaming platform, and showrunner for two original series, both of which won at the Asian Academy Creative Awards [2][3] - The speaker is currently the Country Head of Burns and Sawyer Studios PH, an American film and television production company [4] Key Attributes for Success - Grit: Perseverance and determination to keep going despite obstacles [10][11][15][17] - Resilience: The ability to bounce back from failure and setbacks [18][22] - Drive: The internal motivation and energy to achieve goals [23][27] - Purpose: The underlying reason and meaning behind one's work [27][28][34] Personal Philosophy & Motivation - Success is not just about awards and accomplishments, but also about hard work, challenges, and overcoming obstacles [5][6] - Embracing one's identity and culture is important, and Asian stories are worth telling on a global platform [32][34] - Family is a primary motivation and a key factor in making career decisions [28][30]

Core Framework: SOUL - The framework consists of four components: Seek, Observe, Understand, and Liberate [3] - The framework aims to help individuals avoid cyclical stagnation by addressing the root causes of struggles [24][25] - The ultimate goal is to seek, observe, understand, and liberate one's soul [30] Seek (Purpose) - When facing struggles, individuals should seek the true purpose and meaning behind them [3][5] - Struggles can be seen as a compass leading to the unknown, prompting self-reflection [8] - Drawing from Victor Frankl's logo therapy, humans seek meaning and purpose in their actions [6] Observe (Mindfulness) - When difficulties arise, individuals should pause and observe their emotions and reactions [8] - Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy suggests that a more mindful brain works more effectively [11] - Avoid letting the mind explode and being dragged away by the problem itself [12] Understand (Growth) - Individuals should consider what the struggle is making them become, rather than focusing on destruction [13][14] - Struggles can be a signal that victory will follow, shaping individuals into stronger versions of themselves [14] - Rejection can be redirection, leading to more suitable paths for growth [16] Liberate (Freedom) - Liberation involves letting go of negative, repetitive memories and thoughts [19][20] - Individuals should separate themselves from the problem and tell their story from a third-person perspective [21] - Acknowledge negative thoughts but do not let them control you [22]

Core Message - The speech emphasizes the importance of finding and amplifying one's authentic voice, referred to as the "voice goddess," to achieve personal and professional fulfillment [3][5][9] - It challenges the societal conditioning that often silences individuals, particularly women, and encourages them to break free from these constraints [7][8][9] - The speech advocates for embracing one's unique story and purpose to create a positive impact on the world [14][15][16] Key Paradigm Shifts - **Listening Inward:** The speech highlights the need to quiet external noise and listen to the inner voice to discover one's truth and purpose [12][13] - **Owning Your Story:** It stresses the importance of embracing one's personal narrative, including both positive and negative experiences, as a source of strength and inspiration for others [14][15] - **Radical Resonance through Purpose:** The speech emphasizes aligning one's energy with their life purpose to amplify their voice and create a lasting impact [16][17] Practical Application - The speech suggests that awakening the "voice goddess" can empower individuals in various roles, such as corporate leaders, artists, and parents, to connect more deeply and authentically [10][11] - It encourages listeners to visualize themselves speaking with confidence and inspiring others, highlighting the transformative potential of their voice [18][19][20] - The speaker shares her personal journey of overcoming self-doubt and finding her voice, serving as an example of the transformative power of embracing one's authentic self [1][2][21][22]

[संगीत] गुड इवनिंग टेरेक्स कम्युनिटी। माय नेम इज प्रीति मजूमदार। आई वेयर अ लॉट ऑफ़ हैटक्स। आई एम एन एंटरप्रेन्योर, एन ऑथर, लीडरशिप फेलो। बट द मोस्ट एडोरेबल ऑफ़ दैट इज़ बीइंग द मदर ऑफ़ अ 20 ईयर ओल्ड, हु कॉन्सेंटली रिमाइंड्स मी दैट लाइफ इज़ बेस्ट लिव्ड विथ क्लैरिटी, क्यूरियोसिटी एंड अ लिटिल बिट ऑफ़ कैफी। बट देयर इज़ एन ऑनेस्ट कन्फेशन हियर। आई हैव नॉट कम हियर टू इंप्रेस यू विथ माई क्रेडेंशियल्स और माय अचीवमेंट्स। आई हैव कम हियर टू शेयर विथ यू समथिंग दैट हपेंस आफ्टर द सक्सेस। आफ्टर द अप्लॉस आफ्टर द सेलिब्रेशन ऑफ़ दोज़ 2 ...

Mentorship & Youth Development - There's a perceived widening gap between generations in terms of mentorship and guidance for young people [2] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of inspiring and guiding younger individuals, urging those over 40 to actively engage with the younger generation [3] - The speaker encourages youth to seek advice from senior individuals instead of waiting to be pushed forward [4] - Students often face obstacles such as not knowing where to start, lacking time, and fearing failure [9] Overcoming Barriers - To address the feeling of not knowing where to start, the speaker uses a Rubik's Cube competition to teach dedication and the value of learning something challenging [10][11][12][13] - The speaker advises starting with small steps to achieve significant personal and community growth [15] - The speaker addresses the "I don't have time" excuse by highlighting that everyone has the same 24 hours and should prioritize their purpose and avoid distractions [22][23] - The speaker points out that 62% of people waiting in public areas check their phones within 10 seconds, seeking "cheap dopamine" which leads to distraction and dissatisfaction [26][27][28] - The speaker encourages embracing failure as a learning opportunity, using the example of a scoliosis surgeon whose skills and dedication matter more than past grades [31][32][33][34][35] Impact & Purpose - The speaker stresses the importance of finding a purpose in life beyond just existing [8][37] - The speaker emphasizes the influence of surrounding people, advising to choose wisely as they shape one's life and goals [37][38] - The speaker encourages everyone to create a ripple effect by starting something impactful and working together [16][17][39][40][41]

Inspiration & Purpose - The speech emphasizes finding one's purpose and making a lasting impact on others, inspired by Penny's life [6] - It highlights the importance of turning pain into purpose, as demonstrated by the creation of Penny's Flight Foundation [12][13] - The speech encourages listeners to identify something they want to change and someone they want to help, making it their mission [22][23] Penny's Flight Foundation - Penny's Flight Foundation was launched to find a cure for Neurofibromatosis (NF), fund research, and inspire others [13][14] - The foundation has reached over 20 million people and raised over $5 million to fund critical scientific research programs [16] - Penny's Flight has established 100 chapters across the country at various colleges and high schools, engaging in fundraising and advocacy [18][19] Neurofibromatosis (NF) Awareness - NF is a common genetic condition affecting 1 in 2500 people in the United States [4] - NF causes bones to break easily and tumors to grow along nerve pathways [4] Actionable Steps - Start small by helping someone or raising funds for a cause [23] - Make a goal to dedicate 15-30 minutes daily to the action and share it on social media weekly [24]

[Music] What if I told you that purpose is not a destination but it is a confluence. It is something that you don't have to have just one in life. Always been told that purpose is a destination and that once we find it everything else will align.But what if it is the journey itself and it is not a point on a map. and I'm an entrepreneur and a community builder. But my purpose was not always the same that it started off with and as it is today.I started the conventional route. I did my engineering. I also jo ...

[Musica] [Applauso] Se io chiedessi a ognuno di voi cos'è la Sicilia per te, cosa mi rispondereste? Io questa domanda me la sono fatta anni fa e mi sono data una risposta perché Sicilia per me sta tutta nelle mani di mia nonna, quelle mani che impastano dolci e che io ammirerei ipnotizzata per ore. Per me l'energia della Sicilia sta tutta lì. Questa è una domanda che io ho fatto alla mia community esattamente 6 mesi dopo aver aperto la mia finestra sul mondo chiamata Ti ci devo portare in Sicilia e le rispo ...