In her enlightening TEDx talk titled “You Were Never Not Enough,” Dr. Farzana Lakdavala shares a powerful message about self-worth and acceptance. Drawing from her experiences as a clinical psychologist, she explores the prevalent societal pressures that lead individuals to doubt their intrinsic value. Dr. Lakdavala emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and reframing our narratives to recognize that we are inherently enough, just as we are. Through relatable anecdotes and evidence-based insights, she encourages listeners to challenge their limiting beliefs and embrace their uniqueness. By adopting a mindset of gratitude and self-acceptance, we can foster resilience and self-esteem. Ultimately, Dr. Lakdavala’s talk serves as a reminder that our worth is not defined by external achievements, but rather by embracing our true selves. This empowering message is an invitation to cultivate a kinder and more accepting relationship with ourselves, reinforcing the notion that we have always been enough.
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The feeling of unworthiness is a trap that can quietly shape every choice you make. For Dr. Farzana, it began in childhood and led to years of chasing approval, overachieving, and heartbreak until a series of raw turning points revealed the truth.
In her TEDx talk, she shares why chasing approval never fills the emptiness inside and how self-compassion, trauma release, and inner child healing can break lifelong patterns. Her journey from survival to safety opened the door to freedom, joy, and love including finding her soulmate and becoming a mother again at 43.
In this talk, she invites you to recognize the hidden patterns that have kept you small, and reclaim the parts of yourself you abandoned. It’s a call to step into your worth and to finally believe: you were always enough. Dr. Farzana Lakdavala is a visionary leader and holistic wellness coach who blends science, soul, and inner alignment to empower individuals and inspire conscious living. A former dental surgeon and founder of the Dental Care Trust, she now serves as Director, India at Scottish Development International.
Crowned Mrs. Maharashtra and Mrs. India in her forties, Farzana proves reinvention is always possible. Through her platform Mind Body Soul Alchemy, she integrates leadership experience with intuitive practices like Access Consciousness, energy psychology, and mindset tools to help people dissolve self-sabotage and reconnect with their truth.
Recognized among India’s 99 Achievers and as a Dynamic Woman of the Year, she also advocates for environmental wellness, raising awareness around the impact of noise pollution.
Farzana believes in the power of aligned choice and conscious creation—guiding others toward clarity, confidence, and a life that feels as good as it looks. 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 “You were never Not Enough | Dr. Farzana Lakdavala | TEDxSeasonsStreet” was uploaded on 08/08/2025 to Youtube Channel TEDx Talks