The Journey of NextGen Speaker Sindhura R

Begin with the End in Mind: A Speaker’s Path to Success

                                                                          Name: Sindhura R

1.⁠ ⁠Ice Breaker Speech

Name: Sindhura R

Ice breaker speech

Title: My Magical Journey So Far

Time: 3 - 4 Minutes

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Good morning, everyone! I am Sindhura, and I am excited to step into Grade 7 this June. I feel incredibly blessed to have such wonderful parents—Raguraman and Suganya—who support and guide me every step of the way. I also share my life’s journey with my younger sister Vanathy. Of course, like all siblings, we argue sometimes, but at the end of the day, we are truly loving sisters! One of my greatest joys is being supportive—not just to my family, but also to my friends and relatives. My parents will surely agree that I always try to be a helpful daughter to them! Outside of my school education, I have a deep interest in learning Bharatham, drawing and Hindi. Like many of my friends, I love playing outdoor games in the street and on the playground. I also enjoy indoor games such as chess, carrom, and dice. I feel incredibly fortunate to have a dedicated study space at home. My parents often remind me how many children struggle even for basic education, and hearing such stories makes me truly grateful. What did you have for breakfast today? Pause for a moment I remember my father sharing about a child for whom even chapati was a luxury—it taught me to appreciate everything I have. Most nights, my parents share stories that teach me valuable lessons about life. One of their recent stories really touched my heart. These conversations inspire me and shape my perspective. I also love being on stage—whether it’s giving a speech, performing a skit, or any form of presentation. I believe this is an excellent platform for me to express myself, learn, and grow! My favourite subject is science. Mainly I love interesting facts about heart, even if you ask me to tell now, how the blood flows through the heart to other organs. My ambition is to become a cardiologist. I also like to solve problems in maths. Beyond academics, I also practice Silambam, and I hope to perform for you all someday! Although I live in Chennai, my parents came from small villages, and I have been lucky to visit villages often. Spending time on farms, surrounded by lush greenery, hearing birds chirping, and playing with cows is an unforgettable experience. But the most precious gift of all is the love and affection I receive from my grandparents—it is the purest form of love, and I cherish every moment with them. Thank you all for listening. I am excited about the journey ahead and grateful for all the blessings in my life!

 Dharshini

Title : The most valuable lesson I’ve ever learned.

 Good morning to all the fellow

“Every fault made is another valuable lesson learned”

Today, I want to share with you the most valuable lesson I’ve ever learned—a lesson that reshaped how I see challenges, setbacks, and my own potential. It’s a simple yet profound truth

 Failure is not the opposite of success; it’s a stepping stone to it.

A few years ago, I was in my final year of 6 th , and I had my heart set on winning a regional debate competition. I spent weeks preparing—researching arguments, practicing my delivery, and memorizing every possible counterpoint. I was confident, maybe even a little overconfident, that I’d walk away with the first-place trophy. The day of the competition arrived, and I gave it everything I had. But when the results were announced, my name wasn’t even in the top three. I was devastated. All those late nights, all that effort—it felt like it had been for nothing. I went home, replayed every moment in my head, and questioned whether I was even cut out for public speaking.

In the days that followed, I could’ve let that failure define me. It would’ve been easy to quit, to decide that debate—or maybe even any big challenge—wasn’t for me. But instead, I did something that felt uncomfortable at the time: I asked for feedback. I reached out to the judges and my coach, and they gave me honest, constructive advice. They pointed out where my arguments fell flat, where my delivery lacked clarity, and even where my nerves got the better of me. It wasn’t easy to hear, but it was exactly what I needed.

Armed with that feedback, I went back to the drawing board. I practiced harder, studied more, and entered another competition a few months later. This time, I didn’t just place—I won. But more than the trophy, what mattered was the realization that my earlier failure wasn’t the end of the road. It was a guidepost, showing me exactly where I needed to improve. That loss taught me more about resilience, growth, and the value of persistence than any victory ever could.

The lesson I took away is this: failure is not something to fear or avoid—it’s something to embrace. It’s a teacher, a roadmap that points us toward growth if we’re willing to listen. This mind set has carried me through countless challenges since then—whether it’s tackling a tough project at work, navigating personal setbacks, or even learning a new skill. Each stumble, each mistake, is an opportunity to learn, adapt, and come back stronger.

So, I encourage each of you to reflect on your own failures, big or small. Instead of seeing them as dead ends, ask yourself: What can this teach me? How can this make me better? When we reframe failure as a stepping stone rather than a roadblock, we unlock the potential to grow, to achieve, and to become the best versions of ourselves.

Thank you for spending your precious time for a valuable lesson.