What If the Power You Trust Is Tricking You? | Julia A. Nicholson | TEDxFolsom High School Youth
What if the power you’ve been told to “tap into” and “unleash” is actually the same power that’s
fueling your stress, insecurity, and self-doubt?
This TEDx talk disrupts the self-help narrative with a radical truth: you’re already using your power.
The problem isn’t that it’s missing—it’s that it’s going in the wrong direction.Julia A. Nicholson reveals how the power we tend to trust most, our own perspective and inner voice,
might be working against us. Through the powerful story of a near-fatal car accident and a single
penny that changed everything, she shows how your thoughts, beliefs, and self-talk aren’t just
reactions. They’re sources of power. And when redirected, they can become your greatest strengths.
This talk introduces two transformational mindset shifts: how you see the world and how you talk to
yourself. These tools can help you stop spiraling thoughts, start building real confidence, and create
lasting resilience from the inside out.If you’ve ever felt insecure, overwhelmed, or like you’re not good enough, this talk is for you. Julia Nicholson’s life is a masterclass in resilience and determination. Raised in a military family of six hovering just above the poverty line, Julia grew up with big dreams—but life threw her curveballs that shattered those dreams. After surviving a near-fatal car accident at 18, she faced countless challenges, including rebuilding her life as a divorced single mother of two young children.Against all odds, Julia rose to become the first female CEO of MPI, a multibillion-dollar entertainment company in Hollywood. Along the way, she earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree, founded a successful consulting business, and became a bestselling author of the award-winning book Move Forward Stronger. Her story has been featured in Forbes, Newsweek, and Business Insider.
Julia is passionate about equipping people with the tools to navigate life’s challenges with strength and purpose. 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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