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Inner Pilgrimage of Spiritual Awakening | Vardan Petrosyan | TEDxYerevan

In this inspiring talk, Vardan Petrosyan takes us on an emotional journey of self-discovery, spiritual awakening, and profound reflections on his personal experiences. Through heartfelt stories and insights from his life, he reveals how belief can serve as a foundation for resilience, personal growth, and finding purpose amidst life’s unexpected challenges. He emphasizes the power of honest self-reflection, showing how acknowledging our shortcomings and committing to inner growth can empower us to overcome adversity and embrace life with meaning and joy.Vardan Petrosyan, a graduate of both Terlemezyan State College of Fine Arts and Yerevan State Theatre and Fine Arts Institute, is celebrated as one of the greatest contemporary Armenian actors. His artistic journey began after a two-year service in the Soviet Army, leading to the creation of the private theater studio "Hedgehogs" with friends in Yerevan. The troupe's tours across Armenia and France included politically charged performances during the Karabakh movement. Since 1992, Petrosyan has resided in France, performing extensively on French stages and internationally, including in Armenia. He is also the author of two books and has exhibited his art widely. Vardan Petrosyan shares his life with two cats, Toulouse and Colette, and the latter has been missing for two months. 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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