[applause] What if your thoughts were seeds. They say hearing is the last sense to go when someone's dying. Even when the body is unresponsive, the brain still listens and responds to sound.I've seen this happen so many times in my career being a nurse for 20 years. Even at the threshold of death, we are still taking in sound. On March 27th, 2021, my father told me he was going to take his last breath and he did.But then 15 minutes later, he came back, not with words, not with explanations, but with a heart ...

Core Argument - The presentation addresses preverbal trauma, specifically childhood abandonment, and its lasting impact on individuals [2][4][5] - It emphasizes that trauma experienced before language development is stored in the body and manifests in various emotional and physiological responses [5] - Healing preverbal trauma requires listening to the body's signals and addressing the underlying emotional wounds [5] Psychological and Emotional Effects - The presentation highlights fear of rejection, unworthiness, low self-esteem, insecurity, self-doubt, guilt, and shame as common consequences of childhood abandonment [6][7] - Shame, unlike guilt, is described as a deeply damaging emotion that can be overcome through exposure and self-acceptance [7][8] Biological and Neurological Aspects - The presentation discusses the impact of broken mother-baby bonds on the autonomic nervous system, which regulates heart rate, body temperature, digestion, and stress responses [9] - Polyvagal Theory is introduced, explaining how the nervous system responds to perceived safety or threat through three states: ventral vagal (safety), sympathetic (fight/flight), and dorsal vagal (shutdown) [9][10][11] - Co-regulation, the process of finding balance through connection with others' nervous systems, is crucial for self-regulation and is disrupted by early separation from the mother [14][15] Recovery and Healing - The speaker shares their personal experience of using drugs to self-regulate and their subsequent journey to recovery, highlighting the discovery of abandonment as a core issue [16][17] - Witnessing the bond between mothers and infants in a recovery setting provided validation and insight into the speaker's own preverbal trauma [18][19] - Healing involves rewriting the story, creating safe spaces for connection, and acknowledging the body's memory of trauma, even when it cannot be consciously recalled [20][21]

Health Literacy Crisis - Healthcare system faces a crisis of health literacy, impacting vulnerable families who rely on emergency services due to lack of awareness of other options [6][14] - A survey revealed that 53% of 523 families, caregivers, and parents could not correctly differentiate between a healthcare emergency versus a non-emergency [16] - Families from underprivileged and minoritized backgrounds were often unaware that urgent care was an option [16] Overutilization of Emergency Rooms - Annually, 75% to 105% million pediatric emergency visits are non-emergent, suitable for urgent care, primary care, or home care [9] - Hospitals experience $250 to 300 cases of overutilization monthly, resulting in approximately $1,200 out-of-pocket costs per family and $370,000 in wasted healthcare dollars annually [11] - Overutilization leads to 1,500 wasted care hours each month, impacting care for true medical emergencies [12] Proposed Solution: Education and Empowerment - Implementing a traffic light system (red for emergencies, yellow/orange for urgent care, green for primary care) increased understanding of affordable healthcare options by 68% [18][19][20] - Healthcare institutions and policymakers should prioritize health literacy programs in schools, clinics, and discharge protocols [23] - Communities and families should advocate for resources that enable informed healthcare decisions [24]

Technological Evolution in Mobility - The industry started focusing on safety and security on the road 30 years ago, before environmental concerns became prominent [3][4] - GPS accuracy significantly improved in May 2000, moving from 500 meters of error to 20 meters, enhancing the value of location data [5] - The combination of GPS and mobile connectivity revolutionized mobility, leading to the sale of 50 million personal navigation devices [6][7] - Big tech companies recognized the potential of mobility data and invested heavily in smart city and smart road technologies [8] The "CASE" Acronym and its Implications - In 2010, the acronym "CASE" (Connected, Autonomous, Shared, Electric) became prominent in Europe, defining the automotive and mobility sectors [10] - The electric aspect of "CASE" is driven by technological competition, particularly between China and the US, rather than solely by sustainability concerns [10][11] - The industry views the evolution of mobility through the "CASE" lens, influencing the development of robot taxis and transportation mode choices [11] The Digital Transformation of Mobility - The speaker prefers the term "digital" to "smart" when describing mobility, emphasizing the ongoing "silent revolution" driven by digital technologies [12]

Personal Growth & Adaptation - Moving frequently fosters resilience and adaptability [1] - The experience teaches the importance of not depending heavily on others for happiness and stability [1] - Embracing change, even when uncomfortable, leads to growth, wisdom, and self-understanding [1] Social & Emotional Impact - Frequent relocation can lead to feelings of loneliness and difficulty forming lasting friendships [1] - Saying goodbye constantly and losing connections before they fully develop is a unique kind of loneliness [1] - The individual learns how to face obstacles and keep moving forward, regardless of the circumstances [1] Cultural & Experiential Enrichment - Moving to new places provides opportunities to blend into new cultures and explore unfamiliar environments [1] - Exploring diverse cuisines across India is a significant benefit of this lifestyle [1] - Each destination opens doors to a whole new world of flavors [1]

[Music] [Applause] [Music] Two roads diverged in a wood and I took the one less traveled by. But later I could not help but wonder what I was missing out on the other path. A modern version of Robert Frost lines.But unlike Robert Frost, we don't celebrate the path we chose. We question the one we did not. Of course, this has happened to a lot of us standing at crossroads in life, doubting our choices.As a teenager, I already felt this pressure. I still remember last month when one of my friends invited me t ...

[music] [music] [applause] Can I get a show of hands. Whose house is a mess. My family think it's hilarious that I talk on clutter.When my brother first heard, he nearly choked himself laughing. The messy one talking about clutter. The messy one, if you don't mind.That's the thing about me. Mess is just surface. It's a few cups, plates, clothes lying around.Clutter is what builds up quietly until it starts to feel heavy in your space, but also in your head, too. But I will tell you that for any of you like ...

Digital Transformation in Healthcare - Healthcare is undergoing digital transformation with paperless hospitals and automated processes like blood analysis [2] - Accumulated data facilitates predictive analytics, forecasting patient needs weeks or months in advance [4] Future Medical Systems Requirements - Future medical systems need to be adaptive, sustainable, and equitable, integrating technology for everyone's benefit [5][6] - Systems should anticipate individual patient demands upon arrival, personalizing treatment and tests [9] - Addressing patient flow peaks, such as during respiratory virus seasons, is crucial [7] The Role of Algorithms - Algorithms are already improving diagnostics through image enhancement in ultrasounds and CT scans [4] - Algorithms alone cannot design future-ready medical systems; empathy is essential [8][20] - Hybrid models using AI chatbots for preliminary assessments can prepare clinicians and augment empathy [18][19] Ethical Considerations - Respect for patient autonomy is necessary, allowing individuals to opt out of data collection and analysis [12] - Balancing efficiency with human experience is critical, as current systems prioritize efficiency [16] - Empathy should be a measurable design metric, tested for its ability to detect and respond to patient feelings [22] Co-creation and the Future - Co-creation with clinicians, patients, researchers, and engineers is vital for capturing diverse perspectives [23] - The goal is to use data to restore the human touch in medicine, enabling algorithms to design future-ready systems [23]

over 160 million views and eight Emmy awards. How many of you have seen the award-winning TV series Adolescent. You may raise your hands.Yes, I know I look a bit like Jamie. Probably because of my hair. I don't know.I grew up online myself. But I am not the one you should fear. We live in a world where what you should fear the most knows you best.Not your mother, not your friends, not even your favorite teacher with the intergalactic Star Wars collection. I'm talking about the algorithm. When I was 12, I as ...

Main Argument - The presentation challenges the conventional image of a scientist, advocating for a more inclusive and relatable perception [1][20] - It emphasizes that scientists are defined by curiosity, connection, and courage, rather than by their appearance, credentials, or publications [18] - The speaker encourages scientists to communicate their work effectively and share their stories to bridge the gap between science and the general public [2][19] Perceptions of Scientists - A survey of 72,000 people in 68 countries revealed that while scientists are considered competent, they are also perceived as not open and responsive [8] - Another research indicated that 90% of Americans view scientists as intelligent, but less than half believe they communicate well [9] - These perceptions contribute to a disconnect between science and everyday life, fueled by misinformation and poor communication [7][10] Underrepresentation of Women in Science - Statistics show that only about 4%, or 27 out of over 600, Nobel Prize winners in scientific fields have been female [13][14] - The speaker highlights the importance of visibility and role models for women in science to address this imbalance [14] - The speaker mentions notable female scientists like Mileva Einstein, Rosalind Franklin, and Barbara McClintock, emphasizing their contributions and struggles [16] Call to Action - The presentation urges scientists to stay curious, turn questions into experiments, and share their discoveries in an understandable way [17] - It encourages everyone to ask questions, share their stories, and shape the future with empathy and knowledge [19][20] - The speaker emphasizes that innovation happens when minds meet hearts and knowledge meets empathy, fostering collaboration and progress [19]