In this insightful TEDX talk at TEDXChennai Institute of Technology, Dr.Sheela Unnikrishnan shared about the journey of her career, how she had built herself from scratch despite the hardship she had endured and how that reflected her life and offered her a handful of experiences and ideas. She is an energetic performer and an excellent teacher who is dedicated to her passion unleashing excellent choreography every time. Her hardship taught her patience, a life lesson and a key to succeed in her career.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 Sheela Unnikrishnan, the founder of Sridevi Nrithyalaya, is a dedicated and passionate Acharya of Bharatanatyam. Learning Bharatanatyam under her guidance is an experience of pure bliss, where elegance graces every step, tradition shines in every move, and rhythm seamlessly blends with culture. Her students have been honored with the prestigious 'Balshree' award, a testament to her excellence as a mentor. Sheela mastered the Melattur style of Bharatanatyam under the tutelage of Railway Sri Sundaram, a direct disciple of Mangudi Sri Dorairaja Iyer. Her scholarly pursuits led her to complete research on "Dance Aspects in Sitrilakkiyam," earning her a Doctorate from Tamizha University in Thanjavur. An energetic performer and exceptional teacher, she continually creates outstanding choreography, inspiring her students and audiences with her unparalleled dedication to the art form. 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