Discover The Art of Becoming | Bukola Aladesulu | TEDxYabaStreet

TL;DR
Becoming is a process, not a destination, and our narrative of becoming does not have to be limited to a single story.
Transcript
I'm bua aladu it's a pleasure to be here this morning uh so I will be sharing my story and my idea word sharing um I'm a fan of Storytelling and I believe that greater stories happen to people who tell them so I'll be sharing an idea with it with the title The Heart of becoming the heart of becoming the is this very popular question that we ask whi... Read More
Key Insights
- ❓ Becoming is a process and not a fixed destination.
- ⛔ Our narrative of becoming does not have to be limited to a single story.
- ❓ Becoming requires intentionality, awareness of choices, and the energy we put into our aspirations.
- 👻 Taking control of our narrative of becoming allows us to become an evolving human working process.
- ✊ Each individual has the power to translate energy and contribute positively to society.
- 💱 Our choices and actions shape our becoming and have the potential to create constructive and creative change.
- 💁 Being aware of the narratives forming around us helps us make informed decisions in our becoming.
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Questions & Answers
Q: Why do people ask us what we want to become as if it is a destination?
People often ask this question to emphasize their responsibilities and guide our development. However, becoming should be seen as a process rather than a fixed destination.
Q: What happens when we refuse to take charge of our own narrative of becoming?
When we don't take control of our own becoming, we become caught up in other people's narratives and remain complacent to any narrative given to us. This can limit our potential and prevent personal growth.
Q: Why is becoming a gradual process?
Becoming is a gradual process because it requires time, effort, and self-discovery. It involves making choices, learning from experiences, and constantly evolving as individuals.
Q: How can we change our narrative of becoming at any step in life?
We can change our narrative of becoming by being intentional and deciding what we want to become. It is a process of making choices and being flexible in our journey.
Summary & Key Takeaways
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The speaker shares her personal journey of wanting to become a newscaster, an actress, a medical doctor, and a writer, realizing that she can be multiple things.
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She emphasizes the importance of not limiting people to one thing and the danger of being caught up in other people's narratives of becoming.
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Becoming is a gradual process, and it is important to be aware of our choices and the energy we put into them.
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