The Science Behind Stories | Eka Sriram | TEDxEgmore Women

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Why do some stories survive centuries while countless others disappear? And what gives literature the remarkable ability to outlive the people who create it? In this engaging talk, young author Eka Sriram explores why storytelling has remained one of humanity’s most enduring traditions. Drawing from literature across generations, she reflects on the qualities that allow stories to resonate across cultures and time, challenging the idea that lasting writing is created through perfection alone. As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly capable of producing text, Eka asks what continues to distinguish human storytelling. She argues that authenticity, contradiction, vulnerability, and individuality are qualities that cannot simply be engineered. The most memorable stories are rarely flawless. Instead, they capture something deeply human, allowing readers to recognise themselves within the lives of others. Ultimately, this talk is a celebration of imagination, the human touch, and

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