In the TEDx talk titled “Self-love isn’t as easy as a face mask — here’s why,” speaker Lena-May Khazami delves into the complexities of self-love and challenges the notion that it can be achieved through simple self-care practices like applying a face mask. Khazami argues that self-love is a multifaceted and ongoing journey that requires deep introspection and a willingness to confront one’s inner demons.
Drawing from her own experiences and struggles with self-love, Khazami shares insights on the importance of self-compassion, self-acceptance, and self-awareness in cultivating a healthy relationship with oneself. She emphasizes the need to break free from societal expectations and embrace one’s flaws and imperfections as part of the journey towards self-love.
Through personal anecdotes and thought-provoking reflections, Khazami challenges viewers to look beyond superficial self-care practices and engage in the challenging yet rewarding work of truly loving oneself. The talk serves as a powerful reminder that self-love is a complex and ongoing process that requires patience, compassion, and a willingness to embrace one’s true self.
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Author Video Description
In the world we live in today, the emphasis on self-love and personal growth has become ubiquitous, encouraging us to go to a yoga class, light a scented candle and put on a face mask all in the name of self love. But does that really work? Does this popular narrative genuinely foster transformation? In an attempt to navigate and overcome depression, Lena came across a key ingredient missing from most “self-love propaganda”. This discovery not only allowed Lena to finally step into her power, feel seen and heard, but changed her relationship to those around her and the way she experienced life for good. Lena will explore these topics in her talk. Lena-May Khazami is an honours student at Amsterdam University College, Class of 2025, studying Liberal Arts and Sciences with a major in Humanities and a minor in Social Sciences. She is originally from Iran, Shiraz, and has lived in Stuttgart, Munich and Dubai, before moving to Amsterdam in 2022. Lena-May is passionate about photography, self-growth, health and fitness, and travelling. 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 “Self-love isn’t as easy as a face mask — here’s why | Lena-May Khazami | TEDxAUCollege” was uploaded on 06/06/2024 to Youtube Channel TEDx Talks