In the TEDxOmid Women talk “We are not trees!”, Mahshad Goodarzi challenges the notion that humans are rooted in one place and cannot change. Drawing on her own experiences as an Iranian woman who moved to Canada, Goodarzi shares how she faced resistance from others who believed she should conform to societal expectations and traditions. She emphasizes the importance of embracing change and taking control of one’s own destiny, rather than being confined by external forces.
Goodarzi encourages women to break free from the restrictions placed on them by society and to explore their full potential. She urges women to take risks, make bold choices, and not be afraid to step out of their comfort zones. Through her inspiring and empowering message, Goodarzi empowers women to embrace their individuality, pursue their dreams, and take ownership of their lives.
Overall, “We are not trees!” is a thought-provoking and motivational talk that challenges traditional beliefs and encourages women to break free from societal constraints and limitations.
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If we look at the story from above, those of us who do not change will remain like a tree whose roots are fixed. And any change is short-term and only in our appearance.
They are celebrating around us and we are happy too! The wind blows and we shake our branches a little. There is a storm and we collect our branches. The weather becomes spring, we sprout. Autumn comes and our leaves fall. But we are what we were. CEO and Co-Founder of Monoppy 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 “We are not trees! | Mahshad Goodarzi | TEDxOmid Women” was uploaded on 10/14/2024 to Youtube Channel TEDx Talks