Have you ever questioned the nature of your reality. That was one of the opening lies in the science fiction series Westworld posed to Dolores, an AI powered robotic and the main female character who later developed human consciousness. So I ask you, have you ever questioned the nature of your reality.That involves having human consciousness, understanding your identity, and asserting your self authority to write your own life story rather than allowing others to program it for you. Today, AI is evolving at ...

Before October 7th of 2023, have any of you ever confused Palestine with Pakistan, whether in Chinese or English. They're pretty similar, aren't they. When I first returned to Hong Kong after volunteering in Palestine for half a year back in 2022, I was startled by the sheer number of people who did.But perhaps it is understandable. Many schools in Hong Kong probably would not have offered an introduction to the Middle East throughout 12 years of education. Mine did not.And the Middle East does not figure m ...

When I was 24, I boughted a prank from Japan with the intention of spending one year in the United State to learn more about American education. I had been a preschool teacher in Japan, but I was disappointed with the culture of teaching. I was inspired by American diversity, its cultures, its ideas, its possibilities.But I wasn't prepared for the challenges that followed. New language, new systems, a sense of not belonging. But through those early years, I kept coming back to one thing, the children.Teachi ...

[Music] [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] 14 years ago, that piano piece changed my entire life. I was sitting in a movie theater watching the movie Intouchables. I'm sure most of you have seen it. Beautiful movie. I love the movie. Beautiful storyline. All the actors, super emotional. I loved everything about it. But it was something else that moved me the most. It was the music. The music by Ludovviko and Audi that was just so so touching and inspiring for me that I thought, "Wow, when I grow up, I want to do e ...

Civil Services & Social Impact - Civil services in India provide a platform for individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds to achieve significant positions and bring hope to their communities [4] - Empathy and a focus on people are more important qualities for civil servants than pure efficiency [9] - The narrative that civil services should be privatized is incorrect because it overlooks the empathy and hope that civil servants bring [13][14] - Civil servants play a crucial role in bridging the gap for those who are backward with respect to both caste and class [13] Personal Fulfillment & Meaningful Contribution - Money beyond a certain point does not add value; living a meaningful life and contributing to society are more important [16] - Individuals from privileged backgrounds are choosing to leave high-paying private sector jobs to join civil services to add value and make a difference [17][18] Education & Mentorship - One-to-one personalized mentorship is becoming increasingly important in the Indian education system, replacing traditional classroom programs [23][24] - Personalized mentorship helps individuals identify and correct their weaknesses, leading to improved performance [26] - The speaker advocates for one-to-one mentorship in all aspects of life, emphasizing fault finding, course correction, and repetition [30][31]

[Music] A very warm good morning to everybody. The previous speaker was unlocking the musician in you. I will attempt to unlock the leader in you.My understanding of leadership is based on my four decade journey in the Indian Army. what I have learned and what the Indian Army has taught me. Leadership like music is something which is there in each one of us waiting to be unlocked.We are all looking outwards not realizing leadership lies within. You have to unlock that potential. Another thing about leadersh ...

Imagine a world where people are doing something they are really passionate about even without worrying about name, fame or money. They're constantly driven by a thought of impacting millions of lives through their actions. Their lives are filled with lot of contentment.No worries at all. Now think of the another world where people are constantly worried about their job, their office, their bosses. The month end salary credit message followed by a lot of messages of debiting their account for EMIs, EMIs and ...

[Music] [Music] [Applause] So, when I was in eighth grade, I read my mom's faded copy of I Know Why the Cage Bird Sings by Maya Angelo. I was in Puerto Rico on spring break, worried about getting a sunburn and the amount of money I would be spending on souvenirs before we left the island. As I sat by the pool and read Angela's words, I began to consider the obvious disparities between my current moment and the words on the page.As a black girl growing up in the deep south without her parents, Maya faces imm ...

Core Argument - The presentation explores self-discovery and meaning-making through the lenses of theater, playfulness, self-empathy, and community engagement [1][8][25] - It uses the metaphor of a fish (Kitu) trying to climb a tree to illustrate the importance of identifying one's strengths and individuality [2][3][4][5][25] Key Concepts & Strategies - **Playfulness:** Adopting a playful mindset encourages experimentation and self-discovery, leading to a better understanding of oneself [13][14][15][16][25] - **Self-Empathy:** Understanding oneself requires empathy, which involves connecting with one's own feelings and experiences to gain deeper self-awareness [18][19][20][25] - **Community Participation:** Allowing others to participate in one's life provides valuable perspectives and helps in finding meaning and purpose [23][24][25] Benefits of Self-Awareness - Self-awareness is linked to career growth, wealth building, stress management, healthy relationships, and artistic expression [7] - On a societal level, self-awareness can contribute to reducing corruption and violence [7] Theater as a Metaphor - Theater is presented as a tool for understanding psychology, human behavior, and self-identity [9][10] - The multitasking required in acting, achieved through a playful mindset, mirrors the complexities of life [11][12][13]

Core Message - The core message emphasizes shifting societal mindset towards inclusivity, moving beyond short-term help to genuine understanding and leadership by individuals with disabilities [4] - The speech introduces the "vowels of inclusion" (A, E, I, O, U) as a framework for fostering inclusivity [5] Vowels of Inclusion Framework - **Awareness and Acceptance:** Highlights the importance of recognizing and accepting diverse backgrounds, abilities, and disabilities without labeling individuals as "special" or "separate" [5][6] - **Empathy:** Stresses the need for creating safe spaces, active listening, and understanding individuals' unique stories beyond assumptions and biases [8][10] - **Integration:** Focuses on bringing people with diverse backgrounds together, ensuring access to wider communities and breaking down stereotypes, while constantly introspecting for true accessibility and fairness [10][11][12] - **Openness:** Underscores the importance of being open to adapting and learning different ways of interacting with people with disabilities, citing sign language interpretation as an example [12][13] - **Unleashing Diversity:** Highlights the power of diversity in unlocking new ways of understanding and appreciating the world, encouraging a shift in focus beyond visuals [14][15][16] Organizational Impact and Sustainability - The organization practices the "vowels of inclusion" to include the community in every decision, emphasizing purpose and perseverance over huge resources [16][17] - Letting the community lead can make the model truly sustainable, with the ultimate goal of achieving normalization [17]