Adham Moussa, founder of Diet and Cheat, steps out from behind the “Captain Asser” persona to share a deeply personal story one that challenges a generation to rethink the value of formal education versus following passion. Growing up as the youngest in his family, Adham once set his sights on the military to prove his strength. Life, however, led him to study computer science. Though it wasn't his first choice, he embraced it and excelled. His journey into fitness began as a personal challenge building discipline, confidence, and growth. What started in the gym became a full transformation and later, a business. Yet despite his success, he returned to university, not out of necessity, but to truly understand the field behind his work. This talk isn’t just about motivation ,it’s about questioning your path, making bold pivots, and embracing lifelong learning. Adham's story proves that success isn’t always a straight line. Adham Moussa founded and licensed his business in Egypt and the United Arab Emirates after leaving the military. Today, it is a global enterprise and a market leader in the fitness sector, helping people all over the world reach their objectives and improve their quality of life. Building self-discipline and resilience, as well as transforming your passion into a business opportunity, are the main topics of his discussion. Additionally, he argues that business and education complement one another. He talks about his educational journey and how it has benefited him in his life. 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