What happens when success becomes more about proving than becoming? In this thought-provoking TEDx talk, the speaker shares a personal journey from childhood expectations and constant performance to the deeper discovery of authenticity, vulnerability, and self-acceptance.Through stories of school, sports, and early career milestones, this talk explores the hidden costs of always striving to “look accomplished” — and the freedom that comes with unlearning that script.If you’ve ever felt like you’re checking every box yet still searching for meaning, this talk is an invitation to pause, reconnect, and embrace the messy, beautiful process of becoming. Dhwanikta Sahani graduated from the London School of Economics with a degree in Management and Economics, where she received a full merit scholarship and ranked among the top of her class. She has worked across private banking, corporate and investment banking, and consulting with experience at Union Bancaire Privée, Société Générale, BNY Mellon, and Invest India. Her work has focused on ESG risk management, operational resilience, and finance transformation, helping institutions strengthen risk frameworks and deliver measurable growth. Outside of work, Dhwanikta co-authored two books on leadership and innovation. she co-founded Women in Tech, partnering with companies such as Amazon and Accenture to run coding workshops and mentorship programs for hundreds of students. In her free time, she enjoys tennis, where she was a National U-19 gold medalist, and classical dance, which she has practiced for over seven years. 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