Ketakee Mateygaonkar challenges the conventional divide between passion and purpose, proposing a more fluid and personal framework for navigating both. Drawing from her journey as a multidisciplinary artist, she explores how passion is not a fixed destination but an evolving energy, one that can be harnessed with intent, discipline, and emotional awareness. Through compelling real-life reflections, she encourages the audience to rethink how they define 'meaningful work' in a world obsessed with productivity. Ketaki Mategaonkar, born on February 22, 1994, in Nagpur, Maharashtra, is an Indian singer, songwriter, actress, and performer. She hails from a musical family; her father, Parag Mategaonkar, is a music director, and her mother, Suvarna Mategaonkar, is a singer. Ketaki began her musical journey at the age of three, receiving lessons from her parents.She gained early recognition by participating in the reality show "Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Marathi L'il Champs."She made her acting debut in the Marathi film "Shala" (2011) and has since appeared in notable films such as "Kaksparsh" (2012), "Timepass" (2014), and "Phuntroo" (2016). In addition to acting, Ketaki has contributed as a playback singer in various films, including "Dashavatar" (2008) and "Taani" (2013).She pursued a degree in English Literature and has also studied at the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles. Ketaki continues to captivate audiences with her versatile talents in music and acting. 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