Power of Mindfulness | Amit Kasliwal | TEDxPWS Youth

The Power of the Human Mind

• The human mind is incredibly powerful and controls us more than we realize, leading to overthinking, procrastination, and negative self-beliefs.
• We carry negative labels and beliefs from childhood that impact our adult lives.

Transformative Realizations

• The speaker had a transformative experience in a class where they realized they were living on autopilot, driven by their mind.
• They had four key realizations:
  • They were living with their own judgments and assumptions, preventing them from listening to others' perspectives.
  • They were a people pleaser, seeking validation from others.
  • They lacked direction and purpose in life.
  • They were ignoring their own family while being nice to others.

Overcoming Challenges

• The speaker turned their personal crisis into an opportunity by learning meditation and exploring self-awareness.
• Meditation, coaching, and positive thinking helped the speaker overcome challenges and transform their life.
• They emphasize the importance of focusing on positives, practicing self-care, and seeking professional help when needed.

Hurdle and the AURA Technique

• The speaker co-founded a mental well-being platform called "Hurdle" to address mental health challenges, especially among executives in India.
• They introduce the "AURA" technique for improving personal relationships: Accept, Understand, Process, Reflect, and Act.

Rediscovering Childlike Qualities

• The speaker encourages people to rediscover their childlike curiosity, courage, and compassion to overcome obstacles and achieve personal growth.

Mental Fitness as a Continuous Journey

• The speaker emphasizes that working on mental fitness is a continuous journey, not a one-time event.