Ambar Dhamija

Student

Hey there, I’m Ambar! Pronouns: She/Her I'm a big believer in people, community, and the kind of laughter that comes from rewatching Modern Family or How I Met Your Mother for the tenth time (yes, I quote Phil's-Osophy unironically). I care deeply about human, women’s, and queer rights, and wish to be part of meaningful change — whether through conversations, creativity, or quiet support. I’m a generalist at heart — endlessly curious, always learning, and forever dabbling in a new hobby. From baking chocolate chip cookies at 2 am to planning a travel itinerary for a trip that is definitely non-existent (as of now, but not for long!) I’m also a huge fan of mystery novels and mythology, and can spend hours lost in stories - whether it’s decoding a whodunit or reading about the wonders - sorry I meant blunders of Zeus. I'm always up for learning something new - even if it’s just a weird fact no one asked for. Turtles breathe through their butt! Either way, I'm up for connecting with new people anytime - so hit me up on LinkedIn if you want!

WHAT WORKS FOR YOU MIGHT NOT WORK FOR ME! We often assume that there's a right way to learn, to succeed, to grow. The child who loves to read is praised as bright, focused, even “gifted.” The one who prefers visuals? They’re often told to be better - to be "good" and more like the reader. But here’s the truth: Intelligence isn’t uniform, and learning isn't one-size-fits-all. Modern cognitive science and educational psychology have shown us that people process and retain information in remarkably diverse ways. Some are visual learners - they understand best through images, diagrams, or movement. Others are auditory learners - they grasp concepts by hearing and speaking. Some need stories, some need silence, and some need spreadsheets. So when we say one child is “smarter” because they read more, we’re not only being unfair - we’re being unscientific. Reading is a tool, not a trophy. What matters is not how you learn, but that you learn. This applies beyond childhood. In workplaces, relationships, and everyday life, we keep measuring people with the same ruler — productivity apps, 5 a.m. routines, strict diets, or career ladders. And if someone thrives outside of that template, we question their choices rather than questioning the template. As a neurodivergent, this is appalling! This idea worth spreading is simple, but powerful.

Business Strategy, Communication, Community Driven Thinking, Creative and Conceptual Development, Public Speaking