"Chờ đến khi nào mới được hạnh phúc?" In this heartfelt TEDx talk, Doan Huong Thao shares her transformative journey from being a high-achieving student bound by societal and family expectations to discovering her true passion for makeup artistry. During the COVID pandemic, she realized she was running a race she never chose. By pausing to reflect on her path, Thảo courageously embraced her love for creativity, launching a TikTok channel that gained 1.4M followers and allowed her to live authentically. Her story is a powerful testament to personal growth, identity, and the courage to redefine success, encouraging others to step away from expectations and discover their own passions. As a passionate makeup artist and content creator, Đoàn Hương Thảo is known for her inspiring journey, from a traditional academic path to a vibrant TikTok presence. With a master's degree in Fintech from Zhejiang University, she defied conventional expectations to embrace her creative calling, amassing over 1.4 million followers on TikTok. 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