Life Won’t Wait — Build Habits That Stick! | Aaron Colaco | TEDxACE | Aaron Colaco | TEDxACE
What if building better habits had less to do with discipline—and more to do with showing up?
In this inspiring talk, Aaron Colaco unpacks the real reason most habits fail and how to fix it. Drawing from personal battles, everyday routines, and moments far outside his comfort zone, he shares a refreshing approach to syncing good habits into your lifestyle—without needing superhuman willpower.
Through powerful insights and actionable advice, Aaron shows how small, consistent changes can unlock big transformations. His message is simple yet urgent: Life won’t wait—so neither should you.
Whether you're struggling to stay consistent or just beginning your self-growth journey, this talk will help you stop overthinking and start doing.
Aaron Colaco is a Toastmaster, a proud cancer survivor, and a passionate advocate for habit-building and personal growth. With a background in Computer Engineering, an MBA in Finance, and Data Science credentials from IIT Madras, Aaron brings together the discipline of tech and the heart of human resilience.
He believes that meaningful habits, coupled with great communication, are the true engines of transformation. Through his work, Aaron empowers others to build systems that stick, turning small steps into lifelong momentum. 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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