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The Wall Street Journal· 2025-08-29 13:05
In "Caught Stealing," director Darren Aronofsky delivers a twisted romp through a city in the midst of a surprisingly current identity crisis.Here's how the movie about 1990s New York City captures the current moment. https://t.co/XMJjftNyG2 ...
Finding who you are within your struggles | Ha Anh Tran | TEDxISPH Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-12 14:45
Self-Discovery and Identity - The presentation explores the evolving concept of self and identity from childhood to adulthood, highlighting how the understanding of "who you are" deepens with age and experience [1][2][3][4][5][6][7] - It emphasizes that identity is composed of various elements including culture, ethnicity, beliefs, values, experiences, and even appearance [10][11] - The presentation references the film Inside Out 2 to illustrate how memories and experiences contribute to the formation of self-concept [12][13] Overcoming Struggles - The core argument is that struggles are not merely obstacles but opportunities for self-discovery and character development [15][16][17] - The presentation introduces the concept of reframing struggles and self-perception to foster personal growth [19][20] - It suggests that embracing being "the worst in the room" can lead to learning, growth, and self-improvement by acknowledging the strengths of others and pushing oneself further [20][21][22][23][24] Practical Application - The presentation encourages the audience to reflect on past struggles and how they were overcome to gain insights into their own resilience and values [30][31] - It promotes the idea that self-discovery is an ongoing journey, and each struggle serves as a building block for shaping one's personality and guiding future endeavors [28][29] - The presentation refrains from offering a "magical formula" for self-discovery, instead urging individuals to engage in deeper self-reflection and embrace their unique experiences [31]
To belong or to be | Fatima Diallo | TEDxUWCMaastricht
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-12 15:42
[Applause] 11. 11 was my age when I first went to a boarding school to live far from my parents. Really, I was not only happy but also scared.I always struggled with finding my real identity and my true self in a way because I hated being in contradiction with the world around me. Even now, changing environments, going to an old girls boarding school with people coming from different religions, regions, social backgrounds seemed exciting for many of the girls who were accepted, but like a whole new challeng ...