In my TED Talk, I share the inspiration behind creating my sleep app, Somnia, and dive into why teenagers often struggle with sleep. I deep dived into the biological, social, and psychological factors contributing to sleep deprivation among teens, along with the neuroscience behind the harmful effects of insufficient rest. I was deeply motivated by my father’s struggle with insomnia, and developed Somnia as a new sleep aid for those struggling to find rest. Somnia serves as a practical solution designed to help teenagers improve their sleep patterns through an innovative technique called cardiac coherence. Regardless of whether you use the app, I emphasize that sleep is essential for promoting mental well-being and productivity. As a high schooler and entrepreneur, I have a passionate drive for creating innovative projects and engaging in business and technology competitions. I took my enthusiasm a step further by serving as the lead organizer for TISBHacks (The International School Bangalore’s annual hackathon) in both 2023 and 2024, helping establish it as one of India’s premier student-led hackathons. In my talk, I aim to inspire innovation among youth through forums like hackathons. 

​This talk was delivered at a TEDx event, following the TED conference format but independently organized by our local community.

Public Speaking, Qualitative Research on Sleep Patterns.