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The Pressure to be Perfect | Triana Castro | TEDxColegio Maya Youth

Chasing perfection might feel like the path to success, but Triana exposes how it fuels anxiety, self-doubt, and burnout. Backed by research from Harvard and behavioral science experts, she unpacks the toxic pressures of school, social media, and society. Her daring message: let go of flawless and start living real. Triana Alessandra Castro is a 10th-grade student at Colegio Maya and a Mexican American who dedicates her time to academics, theatre, personal health, clubs, and loved ones. She is part of NHS, MUN (operations officer), Student Council (public relations officer), debate, yearbook, and this year’s main character in the Colegio Maya play Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Triana is passionate about speaking the truth and being a voice for others. She wants people to feel included and unashamed of themselves. Her characteristics are optimistic, dedicated, humorous, outgoing, and generous. She enjoys taking part in her community and helping others. In Antigua, Guatemala, she teaches English, dance, cooking, and math to students with fewer educational opportunities. Triana hopes to study Political Science at the University of Austin to become a Civil Rights lawyer. Charlie Kirk is her inspiration for speaking the truth. Triana wants to be the voice for those unable to speak for themselves. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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