In “40 Silent Dreams,” TEDxSeasonsStreet speakers Harshvardhan Ujwala and Sheetal Patil take the audience on an introspective journey exploring the complexities of unspoken aspirations. Through engaging anecdotes and poignant insights, they emphasize the power of silent dreams—the hopes and desires we often keep hidden due to fear, societal pressure, or self-doubt.
Ujwala and Patil delve into their personal experiences, illustrating how these unvoiced ambitions can shape our identities and influence our paths in life. They challenge the audience to confront their own silent dreams, urging them to embrace vulnerability and authenticity as vital components of personal growth.
With a perfect blend of storytelling and motivation, the speakers inspire listeners to break the silence around their dreams, empowering them to take actionable steps towards fulfillment. This TEDx talk is a compelling reminder that every person’s journey is unique and that acknowledging our dreams—regardless of their nature—can lead to profound transformation and self-discovery. Join Harshvardhan Ujwala and Sheetal Patil in redefining the narrative around aspirations, and uncover the strength found within every silent dream.
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In cricket, every player matters — from the opener to the 11th man. Then why, in a class of 40, do only 4 students get all the attention?
In his TEDx talk titled “40 Silent Dreams,” Harshvardhan questions an outdated education system that glorifies toppers and sidelines silent learners. With powerful analogies, real insights, and the timeless inspiration of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj — not just as a warrior but as a mentor — he urges parents and educators to recognize the spark in every child.
This talk is a call to rethink how we measure success. It invites students (especially from Std. 5th to 10th) and their parents to shift focus — from marks to meaning, from pressure to purpose, and from silence to self-expression. Harshvardhan’s journey began at age 14, teaching his younger brother at home, sparking his lifelong passion for education. At 15, fresh from his 10th ICSE exams, he taught at a local coaching class, balancing roles of student and teacher ever since. Today, he is the Physics Faculty and Academic Officer at Yashwant Classes, having taught over 5,000 students and led more than 150 seminars and workshops over nine years. A dedicated learner, he has completed training in Siddha Samadhi Yoga, Rapid Comprehensive Retrieval Technique, Landmark USA programs, Subconscious Mind Training, and Multiple Intelligence Analysis. He developed a 6-Layered Learning Approach to enhance conceptual understanding. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Business Management with a focus on educational projects, he was recently selected by IIT Delhi for a certificate in Educational Branding and Technology Integration. Inspired by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, his motto for success is :work, work, and more work. 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
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Video “40 Silent Dreams | Harshvardhan Ujwala Sheetal Patil | TEDxSeasonsStreet” was uploaded on 08/08/2025 to Youtube Channel TEDx Talks