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How to Live Beyond Life Expectancy | Dr Jonathan Bloomfield | TEDxBlack Mountain
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-04 16:54
Health & Wellness Industry Focus - The health and wellness industry emphasizes proactive health management rather than reactive treatment, advocating for a growth mindset and self-compassion in lifestyle changes [1] - The industry highlights the importance of knowing one's health numbers through early measurement and action to mitigate silent killers like high blood pressure or high cholesterol [1] - Emerging fields like lifestyle medicine, social prescribing, and health coaching are identified as the future of healthcare, focusing on preventing, managing, and reversing chronic diseases [1] - These fields utilize evidence-based strategies across six foundational pillars: nutrition, movement, sleep, stress management, social connections, and avoiding harmful substances [1] Longevity & Quality of Life - The industry suggests that improving well-being, increasing chances for longevity, and enhancing quality of life can be achieved through a proactive attitude, building healthy skills, and consistency [1] - Building skills throughout life, especially in midlife, significantly enhances the chances for longevity and adds more quality years [1] - Making specific plans around how, when, and where healthy activities will be done increases the likelihood of them happening by two to three times [2] Personal Responsibility & Motivation - The industry emphasizes that health is not confined to hospitals but is present in everything we do, making it our responsibility to look after it [1] - Motivating lifestyle change can be achieved through understanding personal motives for living beyond life expectancy [2] - Consistent healthy choices and self-control are crucial for determining health outcomes, emphasizing that "we are what we repeatedly do" [1]
What Drives Us: Rethinking Motivation, Engagement and Mental Health | Sarah Stones | TEDxNorthwich
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-04 16:09
[Music] [Applause] I have too much motivation. Honestly, it gives me so much energy. Energy for camping, energy for sailing, and energy for running.That's running my own business. I teach people to understand [Music] motivation and how understanding motivation gives them the energy to shine. Now you may be wondering why I have a turtle with me.Have you ever thought about different people needing different types of energy just like a kettle. Research shows that we all have nine distinct motivational drivers ...
The Race Beyond Tracks | Dutee Chand | TEDxMNNIT
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-01 15:08
Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Success in Sports - The athlete faced significant financial hardship growing up, with the family earning only ₹500 (approximately $6) per month, making it challenging to pursue sports [1] - Societal pressures and criticism were encountered for pursuing running as a girl, but these were overcome to chase the dream of representing the country [1] - Initial success included winning a silver medal in Bihar Patna in 2007, fueling the ambition to compete at the Olympic level [1] - Despite achieving success, a gender test controversy in 2014 led to being removed from the team and facing public scrutiny, but the athlete challenged the allegations [1] - A sports court appeal was filed against the IOC rule regarding hormone levels in female athletes, leading to a change in the rule and the athlete's return to competition in 2015 [1] Sporting Achievements and Recognition - The athlete has won 10,500 medals at the national level and 85 medals at the international level [1] - Participation in major tournaments includes the Olympics (twice), Asian Games, South Asian Games, and World Championships [1] - Numerous awards have been received, potentially exceeding 2,000, including the Chhattisgarh Veer Award, Osaki Award, and recognition from BBC News and other organizations [1] - The athlete broke the personal record of "flying fairy" PT Usha (1143) in 2016 and broke her own record 10 times [1] - A recent national level timing is 117, and participation in the 2022 Commonwealth Games was achieved [1] Challenges and Advice for Aspiring Athletes - Injuries are a significant challenge in sports, requiring recovery and impacting performance [1] - The athlete advises students to balance education with sports, as education strengthens the mind and sports strengthen the body [2]
Digital Nomads: Work with Freedom and Fulfillment | Mikee Reyes | TEDxAteneodeManilaU
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-31 15:57
All right. Topic for today is how my life or my career is unstable. You know, they talked about how I should talk I should bring up how I live a non 9 to5.Okay. And I lived in an era of course being a tito wherein that was the norm. That was what was expected of you.After college, you apply, you get a job, you go 9 to5, climb the ladder, and then you make it. All right. So, promotion, promotion, promotion.When they told me nga na meron akong line dito and line dito na bawal ako lumampas, hindi ako sanay bec ...
Çalışırsanız Karşılığını Görürsünüz! | Gülen Karaman | TEDxYildizTechnicalUniversity
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-31 15:43
Career Path & Industry Insights - The speaker started her career in 1979 at Ankara State Conservatory [1] - The speaker was directed to Istanbul Municipal Conservatory by Sumru Yavrucuk, which led to her theater journey [1] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of hard work, perseverance, and a bit of ambition in the industry [9] - The speaker highlights the significance of seizing opportunities and continuous learning for career advancement [7] - The speaker acknowledges the difficulties in the industry but encourages optimism and resilience [18] Theater & Dubbing Career - The speaker joined Kenter Theatre in the 1980s, performing multiple shows daily [1] - The speaker started dubbing at Dormen Theatre, initially seeing it as a necessity for income [7] - The speaker has been dubbing for Nebat Hanım for approximately 25 years [11] - The speaker spent 14 years at Dörmen Theatre, a period she describes as wonderful and productive [5] Television Career - The speaker's television career began with early morning shows on Ankara television [12] - The speaker experienced a setback when a role was given to someone else after signing a contract, but this led to her role in "Kavak Yelleri" [15][16] - "Kavak Yelleri" lasted approximately 4-5 years and brought the speaker valuable friendships and experiences [17]
One life, live it like a legend | Mohammad Zohaib | TEDxMaharashtra College
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-29 15:58
Mindset & Vision - The speaker emphasizes shifting from a "one day" mindset to a "day one" mindset to achieve goals [2][3] - Passion and a strong vision are critical for success, powerful enough to keep one awake at night [3] - Manifestation is presented as a serious concept, suggesting that a strong vision can influence reality [3] Risk & Stress Management - Breaking the "matrix" of societal expectations (school, job, family, etc) requires taking risks [3] - Successful individuals run towards stress and manage it effectively [4] - Handling stress and solving complex problems, especially for wealthy individuals, can lead to financial success [4] - The speaker views complacency as a threat and advocates for constant change and adaptation [5] Discipline & Legacy - Discipline and consistent routines are essential for building something lasting [6] - Disruptive thinking, such as introducing innovative sales strategies, can create a competitive advantage [7][8][9] - Building a legacy involves empowering others and changing their lives [14][15] - Legacy is defined as something internal, created through loyalty, friendship, and positive impact on others [14][15] - The speaker advocates for long-term thinking focused on legacy rather than short-term lifestyle benefits [19] Karma & Gratitude - The speaker suggests reversing the concept of karma by consistently doing good to attract positive outcomes [11][12] - Gratitude towards family and others is emphasized as a powerful force [16]
They said I couldn't - So I did | Sana Sultan | TEDxMaharashtra College
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-29 15:57
हेलो एवरीवन। आई होप यू गाइस आर गुड। सबसे पहले तो इट्स अ ग्रेट फीलिंग माशा्लाह टू बी हियर। इतने आला दर्जे का मुझे मंच मिला है। जहां पे मेरे अब्बा ने 25 साल सर्व किया महाराष्ट्र कॉलेज। वहां पर आज उनकी बेटी आके कुछ बोल रही है तो ये मेरे लिए बहुत ही ज्यादा इमोशनल मोमेंट है और जो मुझे जानते हैं शुक्रिया मेरा नाम सना सुल्तान है जो नहीं जानते कोई मसला नहीं है इवन बेटर क्योंकि आज मैं अपनी लाइफ जर्नी के बारे में बात करने वाली हूं। सो आई थिंक एक-एक करके अगर हम चैप्टर डिस्कवर करेंगे तो आपको भी शायद बहुत कुछ सीखने को म ...
The Courage to Rewrite Your Own Story | Rekha Rao | TEDxKIS Pune Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-25 15:37
Career Development & Mindset - The speaker's early passion for advertising, stemming from collecting ads at age 10, highlights the importance of identifying and pursuing one's interests from a young age [1][7] - Overcoming societal expectations to pursue unconventional career paths, as the speaker did by choosing advertising over traditional professions like engineering or medicine, emphasizes the value of individual choice and challenging norms [2][3] - The speaker's emphasis on curiosity and questioning ("why" and "why not") suggests that continuous learning and a questioning attitude are crucial for personal and professional growth [5][6] - The speaker's experience of being told to quit early in her public relations career underscores the importance of resilience and self-belief in the face of adversity [14][15] - The speaker's advice to "let your work speak" suggests that focusing on delivering high-quality work is more effective than engaging in office politics or seeking external validation [28][29] Leadership & Teamwork - The speaker's decision to rely on her team and avoid seeking help from her boss after a negative experience demonstrates the importance of fostering self-reliance and problem-solving within a team [16] - The speaker's leadership in guiding a young team to successfully execute a large-scale event, despite lacking prior experience, highlights the potential of empowering young professionals and encouraging collaborative learning [18][19][20] Business Strategy & Client Relations - The speaker's experience with a program facing media challenges due to unforeseen circumstances illustrates the importance of adaptability and maintaining a positive outlook in the face of setbacks [22][23][24] - The speaker's realization that setbacks can lead to future opportunities, as demonstrated by securing state government partnerships after a challenging event, emphasizes the importance of viewing challenges as learning experiences [24][25] - The speaker's encouragement of "greed" in setting ambitious goals suggests that pushing beyond client expectations can lead to exceptional results and industry recognition [33][34]
More Than a Job: The Civil Services Way | S Boominathan Muthuramu | TEDxPanimalarEngineeringCollege
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-25 15:18
Origin & Inspiration - The speaker's journey began in a village known for agriculture and fighting spirit, but not for civil service aspirations [1][2] - Inspiration to pursue civil service came from an NGO session in Madurai [3] - Overcame challenges including Tamil medium education, financial constraints (rent of 200 rupees in Chennai), and initial struggles with English [4][6] Overcoming Obstacles & Achieving Success - Despite initial academic struggles, achieved university top rank and gold medalist status [7] - Faced multiple failures in civil service attempts but persevered [9] - Cleared multiple exams in a single year, securing seven government jobs [10] - Joined the Indian Statistical Service (ISS) in 1998 [10] Transition to Coaching & Impact - After 20 years in government service, transitioned to civil service coaching [11] - Coaching institute started with the motto "by IAS for IAS" and the slogan "we teach you reach" [12] - Produced around 10 achievers in the civil service exam in the first year [12] - Overcame setbacks, including a civil servant taking students and materials to start their own institute [13][14] Key Achievements & Philosophy - Coached India's first 100% visually challenged Indian Foreign Service officer, Beno Zephine [15][16] - Engaged a former UPSC chairman for personality test guidance, attracting students from across India to Chennai [18] - Produced All India Rank 1 in the UPSC civil service examination twice [19] - Started civil service coaching institutes in rural areas [20] - Helped more than 1000 candidates achieve their dream of becoming a civil servant [21] - Emphasizes the importance of thinking big, self-confidence, and a "don't give up" attitude [26][27]
Why ‘They’ll forget anyway’ might be your greatest motivation | Kristóf Kövesd | TEDxLLIS Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-24 15:42
[Applause] Let me ask you a question. What is the worst thing that can happen to a high school student. No, really, the worst.Imagine it. That wasn't a joke. Please imagine it.Whatever you're thinking about now, what happened to me was far worse. My mom was dropping me off for my first day at my brand new high school. I jumped out of the car, grabbed my brand new bag, and started walking.This is it, my first day. Everyone is watching me. This is the moment I had rehearsed in my head a 100 times before.But a ...