I always noticed that I was different; I was academically successful, but I still had trouble focusing and interacting with others, and it took a toll on me. After getting diagnosed, I realized that I had ADHD. I was not sure if it made my life easier, as my family wasn’t aware of my condition. It was something I was ashamed of because I knew people would not sympathize and react negatively to it. They had different opinions. But I learned that I shouldn’t be ashamed. It’s okay for me to be different, and I want that to be shared with neurotypical and neurodiverse people to change their views on mental health. Vivian Tan, a public speaker and entrepreneur, is passionate about helping students with public speaking and personal and professional development. From being the President and Founder of YOUth of BC, to being a 3x Tedx speaker, she is actively involved in the community. Since 2020,, she has been invited to speak at over 25 events. This was purely because of her personal brand and skills. She spoke at organizations like Rewriting the Code and Intrepid Museum. In her spare time, she enjoys drinking bubble tea, reading, and cooking. She hopes to become a social entrepreneur and a businesswoman in the future and inspire others to succeed. This talk was delivered at a TEDx event that used the TED conference format, but was organized locally by a community. Find out more at x
