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The Pen Beneath Society's Shadow | Srishti Sharma | TEDxGADVASU
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-29 16:32
Core Themes - The documents explore the tension between pursuing one's passion and the societal pressures to choose a stable, secure path [1][2][3][4] - The narrative centers on an artist's journey, highlighting the internal conflict between dreams and the need for survival [2][3][4] - Societal expectations and doubts can stifle creativity and passion, leading to a sense of guilt and loss [1][2][3][4] Individual Struggle - The protagonist grapples with the decision to pursue writing as a career versus choosing a more conventional path [2][3][4] - The documents emphasize the importance of finding a balance between artistic expression and practical considerations [3][4] - Overcoming societal pressures and self-doubt is crucial for artists to protect their passion and creativity [2][3][4] Artistic Expression - Writing and reading serve as sources of healing, guidance, and self-discovery for the artist [2][3] - The artist's unique perspective allows them to find stories and inspiration in everyday life [2][3][4] - The documents advocate for the value of art and imagination, even in a world that often prioritizes practicality [2][3][4]
If Only Women Were Free to Dream | Srinedhi Suresh | TEDxYouth@DAA
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-25 15:55
Why do we encourage women to clip their wings and then let them wonder why they cannot fly. When we talk about women from marginalized cultural groups, many people picture women from remote niche communities, stranded islands, or even distant villages. But the truth is these women are present all around us in every neighborhood, street corner, and cafe.It's the indigenous woman restricted from dreaming beyond the boundaries and forced by her own community. It's the immigrant mother working multiple jobs, to ...