Author & Book Introduction - Ayana Gupta, a 14-year-old student, shares her experiences as a young entrepreneur and author on the TED platform [2] - Gupta's debut novel, "Breaking Point," explores how high schoolers deal with challenges like betrayals and friendships [3][6] - "Breaking Point" is available for purchase on Amazon [7] Project Pawpin - Project Pawpin was created to support voiceless animals after Gupta had to give up her dog [10] - The project involves community engagement and fundraisers to help animals [11][12] - Activism is about showing change, empathy, and compassion [12] Key Message - Change is inevitable, but individuals can integrate themselves into change and emerge as better people [14][15][17] - Compassion can create a ripple effect, inspiring others and building a community [16] - The talk emphasizes the importance of resilience and personal growth after reaching a breaking point [1][7][15]