The Shifting Sands: Embracing Change and Rising Again | Sangeeta Relan | TEDxYouth@SVIS
Change can feel like quicksand; unsettling, disorienting, even threatening. But as Sangeeta Relan reminds us, shifting sands are not here to bury us but to teach us how to rise. In her talk, she explores how the loss of the familiar can mark not an end, but a powerful beginning. With moving reflections, she shares how resilience is born not in times of comfort, but in moments of uncertainty. Her words carry a timeless reminder: when life asks us to let go, it is also giving us the chance to begin again. Ms Sangeeta Relan is an Associate Professor at Delhi University with over 30 years of experience teaching Finance, Economics, and related fields. She has held leadership roles, contributing to curriculum development, and has guided students in academics and research. Currently pursuing a PhD in Corporate Governance and Gender Diversity at the Delhi School of Economics, she runs AboutHer Women, a platform championing women’s empowerment through an e-magazine and podcast. Recognised for her social impact by the Delhi Management Association, Ms Relan is also a published writer with 65+ short stories and an upcoming book. She moderates literary events, and serves on the editorial board of a digital mental health platform. 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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