When Did We Stop Being Interesting? | Sampada Tewari | TEDxSAJS Vasundhara Youth

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In this thought-provoking TEDx talk, Sampada Tewari explores the subtle shift from being curious individuals to becoming people driven by the need to appear impressive. Drawing from personal experiences and sharp observations, she examines how early validation, societal expectations, and the pursuit of certainty can quietly reshape our identity and limit our willingness to evolve. Through this reflection, she invites us to embrace uncertainty, remain open to change, and rediscover the courage to stay curious in a world that rewards predictability. Sampada Tewari is a young Indian researcher and youth activist who gained global recognition as one of the youngest fellows selected for the UNICEF Innocenti Youth Foresight Fellowship 2025, chosen from over 6,000 applicants worldwide. At just 16, she represented India on international platforms like the G20 Social Summit and UNICEF’s Leading Minds Conference, focusing her work on improving access to education for adolescent girls, especially

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