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A Slight Change of Plans

The Power of Imaginative Courage, our “Why”, and Awe

Sep 21, 2023
18:41
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Maya shares three pieces of wisdom in her commencement address at Juilliard School. Topics include imaginative courage, pursuing passion, loss of identity and finding purpose, power of emotional connection and awe, and seeking awe and concert tour advertisement.
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Quick takeaways

  • Imaginative courage can open up unexpected opportunities and possibilities in life.
  • Anchoring our identities to our underlying motives and passions helps us remain resilient in the face of change.

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Lesson 1: The Power of Imaginative Courage

The speaker shares the story of how her mother's imaginative courage led her to have the opportunity to audition at Juilliard. The lesson learned here is that by envisioning possibilities and being unafraid to ask questions and take bold steps, we can open up opportunities that we never thought possible.

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