The Three Mirrors of Radical Honesty | Ife Thomas | TEDxMilton Keynes Youth
What if the secret to true connection and personal growth isn't about finding the perfect version of yourself, but about facing the person you are right now?In this powerful talk, mindset strategist and founder of The House of Leadership, Ifeoluwa Thomas, champions a simple but life-changing idea: radical honesty. She argues that being truly honest with ourselves and with others is the key to unlocking authentic connection, fostering genuine growth, and building a life that truly aligns with our purpose. Ife provides a raw, uplifting, and actionable blueprint for holding a mirror to ourselves and those around us, inviting us to live a more truthful and fulfilling life. Ife Thomas is a motivational speaker, mindset and confidence strategist, and founder of The House of Leadership. Known for her raw honesty and energising style, Ife helps people and organisations unlock deep self-trust and human-centred growth.She brings her lived experience as a neurodivergent entrepreneur, former professional dancer, and mother of two to every stage—sharing powerful stories and tools that transform the way we see ourselves and others.At TEDxMiltonKeynesYouth, Ife will show how confidence isn’t something we’re born with, it’s something we can build. 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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