Lessons on Adaptability from Chameleons 🌿

Speaker Margaret Daramola shares her insightful journey of transformation and resilience from moving to an unknown land. Through the lens of a chameleon's adaptability, she uncovers three pivotal lessons. Her poignant words remind us to blend authenticity with adaptability as we navigate through life's transitions. As the Poet Laureate of Virginia in 2023, Margaret Daramola serves as a cultural ambassador. Her role not only involves crafting verses that capture the essence of the Commonwealth but also inspiring the next generation of poets and writers. She has earned recognition as an award-winning poet. Her notable work, “A Pathway Through Survival” explores themes of resilience, hope and forgiveness. Her words resonate with authenticity, inspiring listeners to explore the depths of their own emotions and experiences. Margaret Daramola holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Hampton University. Currently, she is an MTS candidate and presidential scholar at Harvard Divinity School. 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