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Are you hurtful or helpful? | Kim Polman | TEDxFiesole
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-01 17:07
I'm so happy to be here. But let me start with a serious question. Are you going to be helpful or hurtful.I'd like to share a story about someone that I met recently who made the choice to be helpful. Let's go back to 1968. A boy, 10 years old, black, wearing his Cub Scout uniform, walked in a parade with his troop when suddenly a small group from the side started throwing rocks and stones at him.He was astonished and didn't understand. Later he reflected, "Where does that kind of hate come from? People are ...
The tried and true science of living longer | Ami Bhatt | TEDxBoston
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-01 17:06
Longevity Research & Development - The longevity drug development race is underway, with significant investment in the field [2][25] - Since 2020, $40 billion (USD) has been invested in longevity research and biotechnology [4] - Research areas include DNA, cells (mitochondria, cellular communication, inflammation), and physiology (hand grip, squat ability, oxygen consumption) [6] - Algorithms are expected to gain FDA approval faster than biologics, offering personalized health insights [17] Cardiovascular Health & Longevity - Cardiovascular health is highlighted as the single greatest predictor of life expectancy [8] - Optimal heart health at age 50 can lead to 14 additional years of life compared to the average person, and reduce the risk of premature death by 87% [9] - Improving cardiovascular risk factors (cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, weight) can add years to one's life [10][11] - The EKG, combined with AI, can estimate biological age and track the impact of lifestyle changes [13][14][16] Practical Recommendations - Focus on managing cardiovascular risk factors, especially high blood pressure, as a key strategy for extending lifespan [20][21][23] - Even fit individuals are not immune to arterial stiffening and should monitor their blood pressure [22][23]
Healthcare in Hidden Communities: Why It’s Everyone’s Problem | Priyesh Patel | TEDxNHS
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-01 17:05
[applause] YOU BETTER WATCH OUT. The migrants are coming. They're coming in numbers, in waves. They're crossing borders, taking our jobs, flooding our systems. They're drowning our NHS. At least that's what we're told. What about the stories we're not told? Detail behind the news headlines and catchy slogans. It's easy to forget about the real people involved. It's even easier to push them out of sight and out of mind. But when we do this, they don't just disappear. My name is Dr.. Prih Patel. My last human ...
Being visibly invisible - A journey with cleft | Stacey Hussell | TEDxNHS
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-01 17:05
[applause] Look around. Who are you sitting next to today? Many people will choose not to sit next to someone with a visible difference. [snorts] Think about what that says. Not with words, but with silence, with avoidance, with rejection. One in five people in the UK identify as having a visible difference. That's millions of people. People like me. I'm Stacy. I was born with a unilateral cleft lip and palette. As a young child, I was happy and confident. But towards the end of primary school, I started to ...
The hidden danger of AI in Africa | James Maisiri | TEDxUniversityofJohannesburg
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-01 17:03
[applause] If Africa does not shape AI, then AI will shape Africa. A couple years ago, I was having a conversation with a good friend of mine named Nala. Nala was telling me about her upbringing in an impoverished rural town back home in Ghana. She was telling me that the educational system back home had broken down.There could be 50 students in one classroom sharing textbooks, pens, whatever they could just to get by. Nala wasn't even exposed to computers. despite there being a small internet cafe within t ...
Finding Fun in an Over-Serious World | Aanchal Agrawal | TEDxShahpura Lake
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-01 17:02
Personal Background & Identity - The speaker identifies as a comedian and shares their journey of self-discovery and career development [1] - Growing up in Indore with limited exposure, the speaker initially didn't consider comedy as a career option [1] - The speaker highlights the importance of family, culture, and shared experiences in shaping one's perspective [1] Career Development & Comedy - The speaker's defense mechanism became comedy, using humor to lighten up strict life situations [1] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of seizing opportunities and saying "yes" to new experiences, even if they seem risky [1] - The speaker shares a story about using Twitter to connect with comedians and pursue their passion [1] - The speaker reflects on the evolution of comedy in India over the past 10 years [2] Life Philosophy & Perspective - The speaker believes in finding humor in life's problems and not letting difficulties define one's existence [1] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of sharing life experiences and inspiring others, especially women [2] - The speaker advocates for stepping outside of one's comfort zone and seeking new challenges [2]
From no chair to Africa’s AI | Nasreen Watson | TEDxUniversityofJohannesburg
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-01 17:02
[applause] I want to share a story with you today about how a girl without a chair found a seed. Some people grow up asking what do I want to be. I grew up asking, "Will there be a chair for me?" Now, I want you to imagine this.You're 13 years old. The school bell rings, you grab your books, and you start running. Not because you're late, not because you're excited, but because if you weren't one of the first to reach the classroom, there won't be a chair left for you.Lose that race and you're left standing ...
Content Is the New Oxygen: What Are We Really Breathing? | Divyaa Moorjanni | TEDxShahpura Lake
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-01 17:01
[music] all the time in humongous quantity. I' had a love for 18 years now and it has ghosted me. It has made me smile and actually some of the time that's how when I was in I realiz And now we talk about how today your mind on your laptop and sometimes You think I won't remember what do I want to do tomorrow? And I was buzzing with ideas and I thought I woke up next morning and I said, "Hi, I'm new here. And that's how became a wave of communication between you can even know that your office is from there ...
Sé el CEO de tu bienestar | Guadalupe Martínez | TEDxUniversidad Panamericana Bonaterra
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-01 17:00
Health & Wellness Industry Focus - The health and wellness industry emphasizes the importance of proactive health management over reactive measures, advocating for a shift from "putting out fires" to strategic planning [7][8] - The industry highlights the necessity of personalized health metrics, mirroring corporate performance indicators, to facilitate self-management and personal growth [6] - The industry promotes a 360-degree health roadmap, emphasizing self-awareness, strategic execution, and continuous optimization for overall well-being [12][14] - Strategic alliances with health professionals are crucial for sustainable health improvements, cautioning against relying solely on unverified online content [24] Personal Development & Investment - The core message is that investing in one's well-being yields significant returns, with small, consistent decisions leading to extraordinary results [11][25] - The industry encourages individuals to recognize, cultivate, and capitalize on their unique strengths and talents for personal and professional success [17] - The industry advocates for honest self-assessment and the establishment of clear, measurable goals (SMART objectives) to drive proactive health management [15][18] Methodologies & Metrics - The industry suggests applying corporate methodologies like Lean and Kaizen to personal life for continuous improvement and waste reduction, aiming for a 1% daily improvement [19][20] - The industry proposes quantifying well-being through KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) related to energy, sleep, nutrients, and movement to track progress [21] - The industry recommends calculating the percentage of balanced meals consumed out of the total meals per week as a personal health KPI [22][23] - The industry advises conducting an annual "body SADCB" report to assess energy profitability, physical productivity, and overall satisfaction [24]
Tu narrador invisible | Victoria Gameros | TEDxUniversidad Panamericana Bonaterra
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-01 16:59
[aplausos] Imagina conmigo, es una noche fría, caminas por una calle oscura y lo único que escuchas son tus pasos hasta que algo detrás de ti rompe ese silencio. De pronto tu cuerpo reacciona, tus músculos se tensan, tu corazón se acelera, el estómago se contrae y antes de que puedas pensar que está pasando, ya te has girado. ¿Por qué.¿Quién está detrás de ti contando esta historia. Un narrador invisible, silencioso, pero siempre presente. Tu sistema olímpico.Termino acuñado por Paul Mclan alrededor de 1952 ...