Science of Happiness - Unlocking the Secrets to a Fulfilling Life | Chandan Kumar | TEDxYouth@HIXS

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Chandan's Journey

Chandan was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia at the age of 12 but survived due to his determination and family support.
During treatment, he learned valuable life lessons such as perseverance, goal-setting, finding joy in small things, and living in the present.
After recovery, Chandan faced stigma and rejection from his village due to cancer contagion fears.
At 13, he started a survivor group to combat the stigma associated with childhood cancer, which now has over 3,000 members across India.
Chandan emphasizes the importance of mentorship, having received guidance from Punam Magay during his journey.

Sonal Sharma, founder of India's largest Childhood Cancer Society, shares her experiences raising awareness about childhood cancer.
Sharma and her husband, both cancer survivors, faced challenges due to late side effects of treatment, prompting them to create a booklet called "Passport to Life" to help survivors understand and manage these risks.
Despite setbacks, Sharma stresses the significance of accepting failure, preparing for future battles, and maintaining mental health while pursuing personal and professional goals.
She believes that strong conviction, good planning, mentorship, and consistency are key to overcoming challenges and achieving goals.