Becoming the Me I Dreamt About | Jeiel Damina | TEDxUNIMED
In this inspiring talk, actor, singer, creator, and storyteller reflects on the winding journey from childhood dreams to creative purpose. Sharing personal lessons from acting, music, and self-discovery, she explores what it truly means to be limitless not waiting for perfection, but choosing yourself, starting scared, and saying yes even without a full map. A message for anyone still becoming: you're not too much, you're not too late, and there's no limit to who you can be.
BIO:Jeiel Damina is a Nigerian singer, actress, and creative storyteller whose work bridges the worlds of music, screen, and self-discovery. Known for her emotionally resonant performances, Jeiel brings raw honesty and youthful depth to every medium she touches. She first gained prominence as an actress in the hit web series *Best Friends in the World* and has since then continued to captivate audiences with her ability to blend vulnerability and strength—on screen and through song in projects like *Guli*. Currently studying Creative Writing at Full Sail University, Jeiel is passionate about crafting stories that reflect personal growth and the complexity of human connection. Alongside her sisters, Jeiel is co-founder of film company Neptune3 Studios, which has amassed a great fanbase as they continue to craft stories dedicated to making art that feels like home for those learning to belong to themselves. 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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