We all have origin stories and identity myths, our tribal narratives that give us a sense of security and belonging. But sometimes our small-group identities can keep us from connecting with humanity as a whole -- and even keep us from seeing others as human. In a powerful talk about how we understand who we are, Chetan Bhatt challenges us to think creatively about each other and our future. As he puts it: it's time to change the question from "Where are you from?" to "Where are you going?"

Chetan Bhatt: Dare to refuse the origin myths that claim who you are

Dare to refuse the origin myths that claim who you are

Rejecting primordial identity myths fosters a deeper sense of personhood, urging responsibility to humanity rather than tribes.

Embracing the complexity of our interconnected world, one's identity transcends simple origins, incorporating diverse influences.

Challenging the purity of ethnic, nationalist, and religious identities reveals the dynamism of culture as an ever-evolving process.