Ananya shares how her love for the art form has shaped her journey. From her first shaky steps at five to performing with confidence, dance has taught her discipline, perseverance, and self-expression. Guided by her guru and supported by her parents, she has embraced Bharatanatyam not just as a skill but as a way of life. Through rhythm and storytelling, she connects with tradition while envisioning a future of artistic growth. Her message: find what makes your heart dance, pursue it wholeheartedly, and let life become poetry in motion. Ananya Iyer is a PYP Learner at Mount Abu School and a Bharatnatyam Artist 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