Discover how to reclaim ownership of your life and find true self-worth in this TEDx talk by Jillian Rigert, DMD, MD. Explore the pitfalls of seeking validation through external achievements and learn five practical steps to live authentically. Define your core values, observe your life objectively, and embrace your true self as you navigate societal expectations. Gain insights from Rigert's personal journey as an Air Force veteran, endurance runner, and accomplished professional in dentistry, medicine, and cancer research. Uncover the keys to living a fulfilling life and avoiding deathbed regrets in this thought-provoking 17-minute presentation.