Embracing self-discovery involves accepting the lack of a clear definition or word for the new paths one intends to take. The excitement of exploring comes from not having a clear destination. It is essential to excavate and peel back the layers to find what truly makes one happy, even if it means uprooting one's existence and being okay with others not understanding. In the process of transformation, it's crucial to be okay with people not getting it and focus on personal understanding. Instead of a concrete goal, focusing on how one wants to feel can lead to an incredible path and ultimately to where one needs to be.
Wanting to “find yourself” isn’t something that only happens in coming-of-age movies – anyone, at any age, can wonder what it’d be like to have a different life. Bevy Smith knows this. A self-described late bloomer, Bevy shares what she’s learned from changing careers at the age of 38, and retells the story of how she completely uprooted her life to pursue her wildest dreams. Bevy also gives tips on how to stop second-guessing your desires – and names the one quality everyone needs to be their happiest selves. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts