Core Message - The speech emphasizes the importance of fostering dialogue and empathy to bridge divides and prevent societal disintegration, drawing lessons from historical tragedies like the Rwandan genocide and the Tajikistani civil war [2][5][9] - The speaker advocates for the "Common Ground Project," encouraging individuals to host restorative dialogues with those who hold differing views to build trust and understanding [14][15] Historical Context & Warning - The Rwandan genocide, where 800,000 people were brutally murdered in three months, serves as a stark reminder of how quickly a society can collapse due to hatred and division [2] - The civil war in Tajikistan, resulting in 100,000 deaths, illustrates the consequences of a breakdown in communication and understanding [6] - The speaker warns that the current level of political polarization in the United States, with 50% of Americans viewing members of the opposing party as immoral or evil, is a dangerous trend [9] Proposed Solution: Restorative Dialogue - The "Common Ground Project" encourages hosting meals or coffees with people who disagree with you, fostering genuine curiosity and mutual respect [15] - The goal is not to change minds, but to change hearts and build common ground by seeing each other's humanity [16] - The speaker provides an "ACTION" framework (Ask, Consider, Think, Invite, Offer, Next steps) and specific questions to guide these dialogues [17][18][19] Call to Action - The speech concludes with a call to action, urging the audience to commit to the "Common Ground Project" and host dialogues to promote understanding and hope for the future [23][24] - The speaker envisions a movement of a million dinners or coffees, potentially changing two million people's perspectives [20][21]

[संगीत] गुड मॉर्निंग एंड थैंक यू एवरीवन फॉर हैविंग मी हियर। डस एज रियली मैटर व्हाइल टेकिंग एक्शन। आई बिलीव दैट एज डजंट मैटर व्हाइल टेकिंग एक्शन। टुडे थ्रू माय टॉक आई विल शेयर यू टू रियल लाइफ एग्जांपल्स व्हाई एज डजंट मैटर व्हाइल टेकिंग एक्शन। एज इज जस्ट अ नंबर फॉर मी। एज इज नॉट अ बैरियर इफ यू हैव कमिटेड योरसेल्फ टू टेक एक्शन एंड ब्रिंग अ चेंज। द फर्स्ट रियल लाइफ एग्जांपल ऑफ व्हाई एज डजंट मैटर व्हाइल टेकिंग एक्शन इज़ मी मायसेल्फ। व्हेन आई वास 10 इयर्स ओल्ड आई यूज्ड टू हैव अ फ्रेंड हुस फादर वर्क्ड इन अ कॉमिक कं ...

Brain Development & Learning - The brain's efficiency increases with repetition, transforming connection jungles into neuronal superhighways [8] - Interest is learning's superpower, driving repetition and making practice easier [10][11] - Brains are uniquely sculpted by individual interests and experiences [12] - Neuroscience indicates the benefits of interest-driven deep learning for robust brains [21] Educational Implications - Traditional, teacher-led schools may lead to different brain development compared to student-led, interest-driven schools [19][20] - Student-led, interest-driven schools are associated with greater neuronal stability, network integration, creativity, attention, self-regulation, and social interaction [18][20] - Educators should be flexible with timelines, encourage repetition, and foster student interests to optimize learning [22] Cognitive Load & Brain Function - Learning involves a heavy cognitive load, requiring significant brain resources [2] - The brain prunes unnecessary connections to create shortcuts and improve efficiency [6] - Brains are constantly learning and changing, even rapidly [7]

good students. We all know a good student. Some of us like them, others don't, and some of us are them.We've seen them. They're the ones with the color-coded notes, top grades, awards, that shiny approval from every teacher. They're the ones who have it all together.Or do they. Because I've been wondering about something. Something that's impacted me not just as a student, but as a human being.Why do so many of these good students, the ones who shine in the classroom, feel completely lost outside of it. Tha ...

[aplausos] Boa noite, gente. Dizem que a geração Z não gosta de trabalhar, que nós somos mimados, que nós somos frágeis, que queremos tudo frac muito tudo muito fácil. Vocês já ouviram coisas parecidas. Vocês já falaram coisas parecidas.Pois bem, para quem acredita que todas as nossas problematizações são coisas de jovem, será que é mesmo. Ou será que a geração Z está desafiando o mercado de trabalho convencional. Bom, me abrindo um pouco com vocês, eu também já pensei em muitas dessas coisas e usei esses a ...

diapers, disposable ones. My aunt uses a lot of them in my godson. And by a lot, I mean maybe 10, maybe a hundred.I don't know. And I love that a simple pant of cloth can keep my favorite new person close by me. Could you imagine if diapers didn't exist.Well, you can thank Marian Dunovan, the inventor of disposable diapers. Could you imagine the amount of people that may have said that is such a stupid idea. Why are you thinking about baby poop. Why are you thinking about baby accidents.That is such a stupi ...

Human Connection in the Digital Age - The talk emphasizes the importance of connecting with the present moment as a challenge to the conventional 24/7 online connectivity [5] - It highlights the potential for digital devices to distract from creative thinking and critical analysis [13] - The speaker advocates for prioritizing human connection and authentic experiences over automated digital interactions [23][25] Education and Creativity - The presentation references Sir Ken Robinson's critique of traditional curricula for neglecting the internal world, leading to student disengagement [14][15] - It suggests that innovation in education should focus on socio-emotional skills rather than solely on technology like ebooks [15] - The talk connects boredom and "creative idleness" to the development of passions and creative professions [16][17] Vulnerability and Authenticity - Brené Brown's work on vulnerability is cited, emphasizing its role in fostering human connection and authenticity [19][20][21] - The speaker shares personal choices made to deliver an authentic presentation, valuing personal storytelling over artificial intelligence-generated content [21][22] Technology and Well-being - The presentation warns against the addictive nature of "cheap dopamine" derived from excessive screen time [24] - It encourages seeking fulfillment in human connections, nature, exercise, and music as alternatives to digital stimulation [25] - The speaker expresses concern about prioritizing technological development over human development [28]

[Aplausos] Boa noite a todos. É um prazer estar aqui com vocês. Eu, ao longo da minha carreira, são mais de 15 anos, eu tive muitas oportunidades de subir no palco, talvez centenas de vezes, mas eu nunca subi num palco do TEDEx.E sempre me falaram que a plateia do TEDBex acaba sendo uma plateia muito mais criteriosa, uma plateia muito mais qualificada. E isso faz com que eu me sinta muito lisongeado de estar aqui. E quando a gente traz um tema como esse sobre confiança, eu me sinto confiante para estar aqui ...

Core Message - The speech emphasizes the importance of individual agency and collective action in shaping the future of South Africa [1][2][3] - It challenges the audience to move from passive bystanders to active co-authors of the nation's story [1][2] - The speaker encourages taking ownership and contributing to positive change, rather than focusing on negative headlines [1] Practical Steps for Engagement - Find a cause that resonates personally to ensure sustained investment and commitment [9] - Join existing programs and initiatives to leverage established structures and resources [10] - Commit to consistent involvement and participation to make a meaningful impact [10] Examples of Community Initiatives - Mentoring programs for young girls in challenged communities, providing guidance and support [4][5] - Saturday school programs offering free maths and science lessons to children in townships [6][7] - After-school programs teaching technology to young boys through rugby [7][8] - Programs empowering unemployed mothers with tutoring skills to support primary school learners [8] Call to Action - The speech concludes with a call to action, urging the audience to actively participate in writing South Africa's next chapter [12][13] - It highlights that inaction is also a choice and encourages individuals to pick up the pen and contribute [13]

What if I told you that within the next 12 minutes I could introduce you to the love of your life. Now, don't get too excited. It's not your ex. It's not your current partner. and it's definitely not the person that ghosted you.My name is Naz and what you're about to hear today is not a learned theory, but rather a lived battle of how the greatest love of your life is not about someone else choosing you, but about you choosing yourself. But here's the problem. Most of us spend our lives in robes that don't ...