Audit Within: Balancing the Books of Your Life | Vardhman Agarwal | TEDxMoulsari Avenue
In this practical and thought-provoking talk, Vardhman Agarwal, Director at EY India and a seasoned risk advisory professional, introduces a concept many of us overlook — conducting a self-audit. Drawing on over 15 years of experience advising businesses, Vardhman reveals how the same principles that keep companies profitable and accountable can help us live more balanced, intentional, and productive lives.He explains how our minds are flooded with nearly 60,000 thoughts a day — most of them repetitive or negative — and how this mental “clutter” silently reduces our focus, productivity, and happiness. Through relatable examples and actionable techniques, he demonstrates how simple habits like daily self-check-ins, journaling, and reframing negative thoughts can transform ordinary days into opportunities for growth.With humor and practical wisdom, Vardhman challenges us to maintain our personal “balance sheets” — nurturing our assets like integrity, proactivity, and kindness while reducing liabilities like ego, anger, and procrastination. His message is clear: just like businesses thrive when their books are in order, we thrive when we reconcile our thoughts, actions, and values every day. Vardhman is a Director with EY India and part of Business Consulting Audit practice. He is a seasoned professional with qualification including CA, LLB, CIE, CFE and has over 15+ experience of risk advisory. 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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