For years, Lalita Goenka’s life was defined by responsibilities—family, work, and the endless to-do lists that left little space for her own dreams. But a quiet rediscovery of writing and singing reignited her creative spirit, leading her back to painting, poetry, and music. In this heartfelt talk, Lalita shares how identifying our true strengths can illuminate dreams we didn’t even realize we were building. She tells the remarkable story of the home she lives in today—a home she unknowingly painted years before it existed—reminding us that our art often knows our dreams before we do. Through her journey as a writer, lyricist, poet, and artist, Lalita invites us to listen to the creative whispers within and trust them to guide us toward the life we were meant to live. Lalita Goenka is a versatile and celebrated creative—an accomplished writer, lyricist, poetess, and visual artist whose work seamlessly integrates musical narrative, poetic depth, and artistic expression. Her contributions span ghazals, qawwalis, bhajans, and visual media, each imbued with emotional clarity and spiritual resonance. 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