Rising Beyond Loss | Zareen Arif | TEDxLGS OPF Girls Youth
20 Sep 2024 (2 months ago)
Staying Hungry, Staying Foolish
- Steve Jobs encouraged people to be constantly learning and exploring by using the phrase "stay hungry, stay foolish". (20s)
- People who venture must train themselves and be brave as it involves uncertainty and risk. (1m37s)
Zareen Arif's Journey
- At age 5, Zareen Arif started a library and a sports school, charging her friends four anas to participate. (6m45s)
- At age 20, the speaker moved to Sweden. Her father expected her to study, get married, and settle down, but she wanted to explore the world. (8m30s)
Entrepreneurial Ventures and Personal Loss
- The speaker opened five branches of a restaurant called "Pasta". (9m13s)
- The speaker's daughter, Jan, passed away at 16 and a half years old. A friend advised her to channel her grief into helping others, so she opened a Family Medical Center and ran an emergency service. (9m51s)
Breaking Free and Making a Difference
- Generosity is a personality trait that can be developed by doing the right thing. (15m42s)
- Passion is essential for achieving goals and overcoming challenges. (16m37s)
- To break free from societal expectations and make a difference, individuals must embrace their spirituality, learn from others, and have the courage to challenge the status quo. (19m25s)