With an extraordinary story of triumph - going from homeless to Harvard - Liz Murray changes our perspective of hardship and despair by celebrating the opportunity and possibility of renewal that comes with every drawback in life. Her infectious attitude and fresh perspective on adversity are the highlights of this inspiring talk.

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