From the Inside Out | Mary Cunningham | TEDxYouth@Dayton
Mary tells the story of how she learned to do what she truly loves, not what she thought she should love. Mary is a junior at The Miami Valley School. She is a choreographer and dancer who believes in living with intentionality and authenticity. Through her own journey of self-discovery, she learned the importance of pursuing passions not because they’re expected, but because they bring genuine joy. Her experiences of embracing reflection taught her to listen to herself and act with intention. She is passionate about helping others break free from routines, encouraging people to find their true identity by doing what they love, not just what they’ve been told to do. 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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