Every journey begins with a why—the reason that fuels the first step and keeps us going when the path feels uncertain. This TEDxICEAS talk shares a deeply personal story of loss, learning, and transformation, revealing how pain can spark purpose and how mistakes can become powerful lessons. Pramodh Chandrashekar is a changemaker on a mission. He founded the Last Ripple Foundation, India’s first initiative to create special biodegradable urns that turn ashes into living memory trees. His foundation also provides 24/7 pet funeral services, helping families say goodbye with dignity. As the Founder & CEO of COINCONTRA, he’s making personal finance easy and accessible for everyone. A serial entrepreneur, lawyer, and author, Pramodh has delivered 100+ speeches, written books—all to create a lasting impact on people’s lives. 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