Drawing from her personal story of trauma, addiction, and emotional survival, Samar Adarous offers a deeply moving perspective on healing. In her TEDx talk, she challenges the idea that pain must be hidden, and shows how choosing radical honesty and self-connection can transform not only your own life, but the lives of others. Her message is both spiritual and grounded, calling us back to who we truly are. I am an educator, resilience trainer, and speaker passionate about breaking the cycle of survival mode. Growing up in unstable circumstances, I learned to equate strength with endurance. However, through my personal and professional growth, I discovered that true resilience is about healing, not just pushing through. Now, as a teacher and mentor, I help others move beyond survival towards meaningful growth. At TEDx, I will share my journey from survival to thriving, challenging the audience to redefine resilience and embrace a new path forward. Stay tuned for Samar's TED talk: "Alive Healing" 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