Chasing Joy & Misadventures is an exploration of what it means to find happiness in a world obsessed with success. In this TEDx talk, Bash Harry shares her personal journey from blogging as a teenager to navigating the pressures of university life. She shares how the journey took her to eventually rediscover herself through small, meaningful acts of joy.Through candid storytelling, Bash reveals how asking a simple question, "Will this bring me joy?" changed her perspective. From fashion misadventures to moments of quiet reflection, she reminds us that joy doesn’t always look big or glamorous; sometimes it’s wearing a jacket that makes you smile. This talk invites you to rethink what success means and embrace the beauty in mistakes, and human imperfections.The theme of TEDxAnggerek Desa Youth talks, Brave Beginnings and the Space Between celebrates the courage it takes to start something new and the often overlooked but powerful journey that happens in between. Whether it’s launching a business, healing from failure, a pivot in career, or simply daring to take the route less taken, every meaningful change starts with a first step. The beginning is rarely perfect but it is brave. Bash Harry is a multi-hyphenate creative with nearly a decade of experience crafting authentic, creative, and visually-rich content. Her work combines intentional living, fashion, beauty, travel, and the joy of slow crafting. As one of Brunei’s most established creators, she brings a strategic and soulful approach to content creation and built a loyal, engaged community across Southeast Asia, the UK, and the US. She is the founder of The Harry Knit, a modern knitwear brand built for tropical climates showcasing warm-weather knits and is also the Co-Founder of The Brunei Writers, a literary NGO supporting local writers, and published her debut book in 2021. 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