The Superpower of Your Worst Personality Trait | Clara Naoum | TEDxAIS Ajaltoun Youth
In "The Superpower of Your Worst Personality Trait," Clara challenges the idea that we need to constantly "fix" ourselves. Instead, she reveals how traits like stubbornness, anxiety, or impulsivity — the very things we’re often told are problems — can actually be our hidden superpowers.This talk is for anyone who's ever felt like they didn’t fit the mold. Come discover how embracing your "too much" could be the key to unlocking your full potential. I’m giving this talk because, for years, I thought my worst personality trait was something to fix until I realized it was my secret weapon. We spend so much time trying to “improve” ourselves that we miss the superpowers hiding in our so-called flaws. This talk is for anyone who’s ever been told they’re “too much” of something too stubborn, too anxious, too impulsive. What if that thing wasn’t a weakness but the key to your greatest strength? By the end of this talk, you’ll not only see yourself differently but also walk away with a new way to harness what you thought was holding you back." 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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