Implicit Bias & Stereotypes - Implicit bias, a hidden mental shortcut and automatic stereotype, shapes expectations without spoken words, shrinking potential [2][4] - Stereotypes are absorbed from parents, peers, and media, growing into bigger stereotypes that influence decisions [7][8] - Children internalize gender stereotypes by age 10 across 15 countries [6] - Social media quietly twists and feeds on existing biases until they feel like the truth [9] Impact on Potential - Implicit bias lowers the bar, leading individuals to lower it for themselves, hindering them from achieving their goals [4][5] - Internalized biases lead individuals to accept assumptions as their truth, limiting their potential [14][15] - Assumptions made by others rob individuals of their potential [16] Overcoming Bias - Awareness is the first step: notice and challenge stereotypes [16] - One's worth isn't defined by labels or others' biases [13][16][17] - Letting go of internalized assumptions is crucial for achieving goals [15][17]

[applause] So, have you ever told yourself, "I'll just scroll on my phone for 5 minutes and then get back to work." 2 hours later, you're watching a documentary on how the Federal Reserve became a thing or endlessly scrolling through Joseé Marinho edits. Then you realize you have a task to complete. You start to feel bad. You start to panic. You start to feel uneasy.and you start to feel even worse about the task you have to complete. We call this procrastination. We all do it sometimes.We treat it like it' ...

Core Argument - The presentation emphasizes the importance of communication in resolving conflicts with peers, particularly among young adults [5][10] - It highlights that while conflicts are common, effectively handling them to avoid lingering resentment requires conscious effort [4] - The speaker advocates for expressing feelings in a non-blaming manner to foster understanding and reduce misunderstandings [7][8] Communication Strategies - The presentation suggests using "I feel like this because you did that" statements instead of accusatory language [7] - It encourages individuals to take a deep breath and speak calmly when expressing their feelings [8] - The speaker shares personal experiences of suppressing feelings, which led to negative outcomes, emphasizing the need for open communication [6] Conflict Resolution - The presentation acknowledges that disagreements are inevitable, especially during adolescence [3] - It stresses that choosing to communicate through conflict is a personal choice, promoting bravery in expressing feelings [9] - The presentation quotes Makukado, emphasizing that while conflict is inevitable, combat is optional, highlighting the importance of choosing peaceful resolution [8]

[applause] Like many of you in the audience, I come from a pretty international background with my mom being Mexican and my dad being German. That being said, I've never actually lived in either country. I spent the majority of my life in the US. My entire childhood was spent in the US and the US has shaped who I am today in many ways.Now, while there were other people of international background like myself there, the grand majority of my peers were culturally American. While living in the US, I subconscio ...

[Applause] I want you to close your eyes and think about the last time you ever faced a challenge. Maybe it was a project at work that went off the rails, an unexpected family issue, or a personal setback that left you feeling defeated. How many of you have ever felt the weight.A moment so heavy you just want to give up and forget all your problems. Raise your hand. Okay, I see a lot of hands.Now, I want you to think of a small white ball on a perfectly manicured lawn and a tiny hole far in the distance. Th ...

[applause] For many years, the term normal has been used to describe a person's perspective on a life, a situation, or an object. But when we look deeper into what normal actually means to everyone, we'll realize that normal isn't normal. I mean, if we were to ask someone in this audience what their idea of a normal person is, they might say they should have black hair and brown eyes.Though perhaps if we were to ask someone perhaps in the other side of the globe what their idea of a normal person is, they m ...

[applause] Let me start with a moment from my own life. Once when I was walking on the street, a stranger tried to brush my shoulder and grab my arm. My body froze. I wanted to push him away, but I couldn't. I just clutched my back, walk fast, holding back tears. That night, I cried under my cover, feeling useless. I couldn't even protect myself. We've all had moments like this where we just want to disappear. Maybe you mix up a word in class and everyone laughed. Maybe you fought with your best friends and ...

[Applause] I have one question to ask you guys. Has anyone here have been crazy about something like you love it so much that you can't relate the subject to life and feel so happy about thing you love. Well, I have one is the big heart of math.Some people here will hate math because it only deals with numbers, calculations, and logics that may not be making any sense. Even though when your math teacher says, "Trust me, it's easy." And you immediately know it's going to ruin your exam. My friends thought I ...

Imagine [applause] [applause] the first time you played football. Whether you liked it or you didn't, you experienced it. The chaos, the confusion, that small yet large feeling of excitement.Football isn't just a game, but a universal language that provides a platform of connection and competition for anybody and everybody. Defender, attacker, or even goalkeeper. It's your disposition, not your actual position that matters.When I first dropped out my new school, I'd only known one person, a close friend of ...

[applause] Let me ask you a question. Have you ever stood in a room where it's full of people? The noise is deafening and it's full of liveless, but you feel a chill sensation. You feel a silence that rings just for you. You would feel a million miles away. The feeling lingers. It whispers in your ears. You do not belong here. Have you ever felt this? Like a broken piece that does not belong in the box. Perhaps lacking what others have? The existential loneliness that hunts us every day. Although we're more ...