BELIEVE!

April 9, 2017 | Texas

Delivered a competitive speech titled BELIEVE! at an Toastmasters International Area-level speech contest, earning Second Place in my first-ever attempt at competitive speaking.

The speech wove together a powerful global narrative and a deeply personal journey, exploring the transformative power of belief in the face of adversity. Through storytelling, contrast, and emotional resonance, the talk highlighted courage, resilience, and the choice to rise beyond fear and circumstance.

This milestone marked a defining moment in my speaking journey—moving from practice to performance, and from personal expression to recognized impact—reinforcing my commitment to using voice, story, and belief as catalysts for inspiration and change.