The Power of Giving Birth - to Yourself | Miriam Schmidberger | TEDxGlenbeigh
What if the very moments that break us open also hold the keys to our greatest strength? After a traumatic emergency C-section, Miriam set out to reclaim her power, a journey that led to an almost unthinkable milestone: a painless solo birth. But her most profound discovery wasn’t mastery over her body - it was that even the deepest self-reliance becomes richer through vulnerability and connection. In this deeply personal talk, Miriam shares how she transformed fear into fortitude, and how the scars we carry can become gateways to resilience. Her story reveals a universal truth: true strength is not only found in standing alone, but also in daring to open up, to connect, and to let others lift us higher. This is the power of giving birth - not just to life, but to ourselves. Miriam Schmidberger is an expert in personal and business transformation, focusing on authentic leadership and communication. A graduate of Greator's "The Key" keynote speaker training, she successfully delivered her debut keynote at the Greator Festival 2024. Miriam also shares insightful perspectives on self-discovery and emotional management on her podcast. 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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