In this talk, Miss Sneha Satheedran, a mental health professional, explores the profound significance of authenticity in our lives, particularly in the context of belonging. She reflects on the essence of authenticity, emphasising its connection to being genuine, pure, and truthful. Drawing from her personal experience as an adopted child, the speaker shares the journey of discovering their true self amidst feelings of misfit and inner conflict. She highlights the importance of owning one's truth and embracing acceptance, both of oneself and others, as key pillars of authenticity. Through anecdotes and insights, the speaker elucidates how aligning values with actions and cultivating genuine connections fosters authenticity. Sneha emphasises active listening, empathy, and self-acceptance as essential elements in this process. The talk concludes with a powerful call to embrace authenticity, forge genuine connections, and be catalysts for positive change in our communities, encouraging viewers to unlearn, unbecome, and collapse old paradigms to rediscover their authentic selves and shine brightly in the world.
A mental health professional exploring authenticity and self-discovery, Counseling Psychologist with over eight years of experience in empowering individuals, families, and entire communities, Impact Entrepreneur at build3 / Cohort 2, Member of British Psychological Society This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at [ Ссылка ]
