Drawing parallels between mythology and modern systems, this talk uncovers the hidden forces—fear, illness, injustice—that weaken society. It advocates strength, awareness, and proactive self-defense as tools for transformation. Vispy Kharadi is one of India’s most fearless and accomplished martial artists, renowned for his unmatched dedication to combat, fitness, and self-defense. With an astonishing 16 Guinness World Records in life-threatening stunts, he has cemented his place as a global icon of strength, resilience, and courage. A founding member of Kudo India, Vispy has been instrumental in bringing this full-contact martial art to the national stage.He has trained over 1.2 million women in self-defense, empowering them to stand strong and safe. His expertise also extends to national defense — he trains the Indian Armed Forces in armed and unarmed combat, contributing significantly to their physical preparedness.Vispy is a certified nutritionist and strength training coach, and his impact goes far beyond the dojo or gym. He holds a postgraduate degree from IIM Bangalore, reflecting his excellence not only in the physical realm but also in strategic leadership.Appointed as an ambassador to the Fit India Movement launched by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Vispy is on a mission to make India fitter and stronger. His most recent Guinness World Record, where he held the Hercules pillars for an impressive 2 minutes and 10.75 seconds, even caught the attention of Elon Musk, who shared the video on social media, spotlighting his impact on a global platform 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