Finding Destiny in Catastrophe | Hiu Pun Chong | TEDxESMTBerlin
Drawing from a journey across continents and careers, this talk introduces 'Consciousness Management' — a groundbreaking approach to overcoming self-sabotage and transcending the idea of 'right' and 'wrong' decisions. By reframing failure as opportunity and finding beauty in unexpected outcomes, it offers fresh insights into navigating life's toughest moments with clarity and self-alignment. Hiu Pun Chong is a visionary trainer specializing in leadership, teamwork, and soft skills, as well as a training consultant, personality type expert, learning and development specialist, and analytical psychologist. His life journey spans diverse careers in IT consulting, art administration, and social entrepreneurship. Drawing from his own experiences of navigating life’s wrong turns, he empowers individuals to embrace growth through adversity in his impactful workshops and talks. 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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