The Purpose of Having a Purpose | Neeti Leekha Chhabra | TEDxKunskapsskolan Gurgaon Youth
At just 31, Ms Neeti faced a life-threatening breast cancer diagnosis that changed everything. Through years of treatment, recovery, and rebuilding, she discovered that the true source of resilience lies not only in physical strength but in having a clear purpose to live for. In this inspiring talk, Neeti shares how purpose became her anchor — from starting her NGO Yes to Life to spreading awareness and support for breast cancer patients across India. Her story is a powerful reminder that clarity of purpose can transform pain into power, and challenges into meaningful change. Neeti Leekha Chhabra, a breast cancer winner, TEDx speaker, and the inspiring founder of ‘Yes to Life’ — an NGO dedicated to cancer awareness and support.Diagnosed at just 31, Neeti faced breast cancer with remarkable strength and positivity. Her journey led her to leave her full-time role as a professor and commit herself fully to helping others navigate the cancer journey with hope and courage.Since 2014, ‘Yes to Life’ has been creating impact through awareness campaigns, emotional support, and survivor-led empowerment. 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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