The Quiet Pressure of Being The Strong One | Noor Khanna | TEDxChitkara University Punjab

Описание: Noor Karna, a Computer Science Engineering student at Chitkara University from Punjab, shares a poignant narrative about the internal cost of being "strong by responsibility" rather than choice. She describes a strong mindset not as physical power, but as the persistence to fulfill dreams despite the "weight" of family expectations and personal sacrifices.

Her journey includes overcoming an academic downfall in 8th grade and the emotional exhaustion of meeting high external expectations, such as the pressure to become an IAS officer. Noor admits to wearing a "cheerful face mask" to hide her internal storms while excelling as a "Jack of all trades" in dance, chess, and student leadership. She defines maturity as "childhood leaving early" because she often had to prioritize emotional stability over her own needs.

Ultimately, Noor’s talk focuses on authenticity and self-renovation. She shares how she eventually made peace with herself, realizing she no longer had to maintain a facade of constant strength. By revealing a blank piece of paper, she carried as a safety net for her speech, she demonstrates her newfound confidence and encourages others to embrace the evolving versions of themselves. A Computer Engineering Student, Speaker and a Storyteller from Chitkara University, who came into existence on February 6, 2006. Currently working as an intern at Chitkara University. Previously worked in many startups offering my services in content writing, social media management and public speaking. Passionate about self - expression, meaning conversations, understanding new people, and turning real-life experiences into powerful messages. Turning silent struggles into stories that breathe. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx