Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: The Power of Courage and Creativity | Aramis Hamer | TEDxUofW

Aramis describes her path to becoming a visual artist and muralist, and the lessons she learned about imposter syndrome. Aramis O. Hamer is a visual artist and muralist in Seattle, WA. Her large-scale, acrylic paintings are inspired by the cosmos, music, nature, divine femininity, and the complexities in Black culture. Aramis has exhibited her colorful creations throughout Washington state. She also painted the “V” in Seattle’s Black Lives Matter mural. This self taught, Neddy Award winning artist lets her imagination be her guide.
Website aohamer.com Instagram @aohamer Facebook @MISaohamer This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@aohamer]

It was such an honor ✨️ Thanks so much TEDx and UW!! 💖

[@HemanthJabalpuri]

Great speech!

[@aohamer]

@@HemanthJabalpuri Thank you! ✨️

[@debbiedrawsfunny]

Holy moly, ARAMIS!!!! This was so beautifully said and I already knew a lot of your story, but that part about cross pollinating the field of collective consciousness? Chills, baby. I have CHILLS. You always have such a way with words...can we expect a book of poems or an autobiography in the future because you are a gifted writer and speaker (I mean not like we didn't know that already) I am literally doing a quick research refresher this morning on Imposter Syndrome today because I'm making a video talking about it and getting ready to do a voiceover soon. I'm clicking on all the ted talks and had no idea one of them was gonna be YOURS. I completely forgot that you did a TED Talk at all and was so damn delighted to see your beautiful face and listen to your story. And I am most definitely going to be linking to this video for folks to get more information. And I look forward to your videos to come, I know you're on a little vacay from YT, so enjoy that time off! 😉

[@risika]

I was listening to a podcast and Andre 3000 spoke on how he felt stuck creatively and frozen by the fear of judgment of others. When I felt stuck I started my youtube channel so that I'd be motivated to complete the activities that I was too depressed to do. Discipline creates stability and all that. I record myself studying/journaling because even if I’m not doing anything at my desk, I at least turn up everyday because I 100% wont do anything if I’m not even showing up.

[@breindyweisz35]

I can relate to the impostor syndrome. I have some talents and feel stuck using them in the real world. I won't be good enough.

[@aubinlassalvy6525]

It reached deep my heart. Thank you

[@janefreer4707]

Just what I needed, when I needed it, and so well told. Thank you.

[@subhashreerout2019]

Oooo @Arami ... I just heard this... Nd I was finding ans. From last 4 days but got none...Saw motivation but none actually worked... Deep down a doubt was going on.... But.. Uk reallly wht.... I got ans from this vidddd❤❤I was hearing each nd every word very carefully nd understood the deepnesss of wht u said... ... Nd actually I got this from scrolling randomly when tedx came up with this vid few hrs ago...... This is like a magic... I got my answers... As if the Universe... The God himself answered me through u..... Thank u ❤❤❤.. Thnk u soo much ✨✨

[@Letyourspiritleadyou]

Wow. This is magic. I love you. Thank you ❤

[@lawandstreeter7074]

Thank you so much for you encouraging words. You have no idea hownmuch this fed me❤

[@mehdidouinine]

Important talk....

[@Ramari888]

Love this! Girl, you nailed it! ❤Thank you!

[@lumusicoficial]

Your energy and wisdom are stunning, you are a leader, and your words inspired me so profoundly. As an artist, I can assure you that you gave me the courage I needed to keep going and share my authenticity and art with the world, even if I shake while doing it, I will always be the change I want to see in the world.

[@harrypearle9781]

BEAUT1E (NY license near my home) Focusing on some forms of BEAUTY and HARMONY helps to motivate our creative work Thanks so much for this BEAUTIFUL presentation, which I hope to share with others, now...

[@harrypearle9781]

thanks so much

[@willch5285]

I’m a newcomer lawyer and I’m lost into that syndrome

[@T_Elle]

Absolutely wonderful and powerful! So proud ❤

[@jonijones8158]

I Love you Aramis, I’m getting ready to start a new journey Thankyou I will definitely take courage and creativity with me . ❤❤

[@kristinchantel]

❤❤❤❤ Congrats love!!!! You did wonderful!!! 🎉🎉🎉