Step into a world where barriers are not obstacles, but opportunities to grow stronger. This is
narrated by Guhaprahan, a grade six learner. This talk is about the various dimensions of the power
of resilience, growth, hope and failure. Containing touching and heartfelt stories about the barrier of
public speaking to watching a close friend overcome rejection and pursue his passion for dance. As
he shares his personal examples, he also shares the struggles faced by other famous people like J.K
Rowling, Albert Einstein, and Thomas Edison, showing how failure is the the key and path towards
success. He inspires us to see every setback as a stepping stone to something greater. He also
reminds us the importance of barriers, as he conveys his speech with confidence and passion. Guhaprahan, a student with a pleasant personality, is an Inquirer who is always super curious about the world around him. He is fascinated by poetry, has a flair for writing poems and looks forward to publishing his work in newspapers and magazines. Being a natural speaker, he enjoys picking up opportunities that allows him to express his thoughts verbally and in writing. 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