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Loosening the Knot: How to Handle Peer Pressure | Dalila Smith | TEDxYouth@SantiagoSTEAM

Dalila reflects on her experiences with peer pressure. In this talk, she shares how it feels, why it happens, and how to take back control. With a powerful metaphor and real advice, Dalila reminds us that we don’t have to listen to that invisible voice pulling us in the wrong direction. Dalila Smith is a sixth grade student at Santiago STEAM Magnet Elementary school. Whether she's presenting an award at an assembly, being interviewed for district media, or making announcements on the loudspeaker, Dalila remains a prepared, enthusiastic, and dependable leader who truly exemplifies the values of her school. 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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