I'm a fashion photographer, ad filmmaker, a gold medalist in communication design, a world record holder, and someone who's been to 62 countries in the last 10 years. But today, I'm not going to talk about the destinations I have been to. In fact, I'm going to talk about the bubbles I had to break to be on that very first flight.>> Stand back. >> I was born in a small city. A girl raised by her grandmother and father in a house where money was tied and dreams were even tighter.But I always knew that I wante ...

Self-Esteem and Worthiness - Believing in one's worthiness is crucial for achieving goals and fostering healthy relationships [1] - Feeling unworthy is a silent killer that hinders individuals from reaching their full potential [1] - Cultivating values aligned with one's ideal self is essential for personal growth [1] Overcoming Limitations and Societal Expectations - Unlearning negative beliefs and societal expectations is vital for self-esteem [2] - The middle-class mindset of compromise and settling should be challenged to dream bigger [2] - Setting boundaries is essential for personal fulfillment and should not be feared, even with close relationships [1] Embracing Challenges and Redefining Success - Life inherently involves problem-solving, and true success lies in pursuing something one believes in [3] - The concept of a "happy ending" is a fallacy; life is about choosing one's struggles [3] - Implementing qualities of one's future self in the present moment is key to achieving success [3] Identity and Self-Perception - One's self-definition is not dependent on external validation or milestones [3] - The speaker always knew they would be in the public eye and embraced that identity early on [1] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's potential despite external voices [2]