Attending this show reminded me of the deep emotional connection I felt while playing the violin. Although I can no longer play, I realized that this connection can be found in other interests. This taught me the importance of anchoring our identities to our motivations rather than specific activities. By understanding what truly drives us, we become more adaptable to change. For me, the joy of connecting with others is what truly ignites my passion.
Maya was honored to deliver a commencement address at the Juilliard School earlier this year. As an alumna of the school’s pre-college division, Maya shared three pieces of wisdom with new graduates that she wished she’d known at the time. She thought you might like to hear them too!
We’ll be back with new episodes later this October! In the meantime, you can connect with Maya on instagram @DrMayaShankar.
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