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Where We Begin, Where we Belong | H. H. Dr. Sayyida Basma AlSaid | TEDxDilmun
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-15 16:13
Can I ask you a question. Have you walked into a crowded room and felt so lonely. By the way, don't be shocked.A lot of us go through this. Could be so many people around us, but we still feel like we're alone. A long time ago, all our ancestors had this lovely thing where they would sit around fires.They would talk about the stories of the day. They would talk about food. They would talk about things that they wish they would do.And sometimes they wouldn't talk at all. And they would just actually gaze int ...
A First Nations vision for space exploration | Tully Mahr | TEDxMelbourne
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-11 17:28
For as long as we have looked up at the night sky, one question has echoed. Are we alone in the universe. Now, to answer that question, we don't start out in space.We start here with the story of how life began on Earth. Our planet was born from the laws of physics and mathematics. Mountains rose, oceans formed, volcanoes erupted, the stage was being set.And deep in those oceans, from cracks in the sea floor, rocklike structures grew. But these were not just rocks. They're nature's laboratories.Over a very ...
The Power of Listening in a Noisy World | Vibhushri Rivesh Vade | TEDxKIRC
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-11 17:12
[applause] Good afternoon. In this noisy world, we hear so many things. But do we truly listen.At least I was not. I was busy in becoming. I wanted to become.When you try to become something, it's transaction. Becoming, not being a hero, but becoming a hero. Not a filmy hero, but a hero of my own life.who can influence others, make others happy, crack the deal, win the interviews and yes it all helped me. I cracked a deals worth crores could learn from IIT Bombay and various thing and people used to appreci ...
Cultural Innovation is the Key | Leo Horn-Phathanothai | TEDxChiangMai
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-11 16:24
Core Idea - The speaker recounts a journey from a top-down, expert-driven approach to climate action to one that emphasizes openness, inclusivity, and empowering individuals and communities [2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9] - The central theme is shifting power and building strength outside traditional systems to achieve a better future, highlighting the importance of trust in collective action [9] Bangkok Climate Action Week - Bangkok Climate Action Week was designed to be an open and inclusive space for everyone to participate in climate action [2] - It aims to unlock collective agency by reframing climate action as choices about the kind of future people want for themselves, making it hyper-local and hyper-personal [27] - The event fosters innovation by opening up space and trusting people to step in with their own agency and ideas, rather than over-prescribing solutions [13][15][19] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of cultural innovation, engaging the arts and cultural shapers to create a better story and challenge the prevailing culture [16][17][18][19] - The event is designed for radical inclusion, creating a welcoming space for those whose voices are not usually heard [31][32] Action and Agency - The speaker advocates for individuals to find their own agency and leverage points to activate their passions and gifts towards climate action [20][25][36] - Agency is defined as the range of options available to act, emphasizing ownership of action and connecting with the issue in a direct, visceral, and human way [24][25][26] - The speaker encourages collective agency, highlighting that working together in unison is more formidable than individual efforts [27] - The speaker advises against blindly trusting experts, suggesting instead to listen to them but define one's own actions [28][29]
The Power of Vulnerability | Khushboo Patani | TEDxChitkaraUniversityHP
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-05 17:15
Leadership & Vulnerability - Leadership is shifting from a command-and-control model to one of vulnerability, emphasizing acceptance of imperfections and emotional connection [1] - Vulnerability in leadership fosters trust and encourages team members by showing that leaders are also human and relatable [2][6] - Redefining leadership as connection, not control, highlights the importance of building relationships and understanding team members [2] Key Attributes of a Vulnerable Leader - Accepting imperfections is crucial, acknowledging personal limitations and working to overcome them [3] - Deep listening is an underrated quality, enabling leaders to truly understand team members' problems and foster resolution [3][4] - Sharing personal stories creates a common ground, allowing team members to connect with the leader's journey and feel inspired [4] Emotional Courage & Transformation - Emotional courage is essential for navigating the "inner battlefield" of self-doubt and comparison, requiring acceptance and proactive effort [6] - Transformation occurs through consistent practice of emotional courage in daily interactions, fostering genuine connections [7] - A leader's vulnerability builds trust, shifting the focus from authority to genuine connection and inspiring team members to follow willingly [7][8] Closing Message - Leaders need to be strong enough to stand alone, trusting their own truth and values even when facing opposition [7] - Humanity, compassion, and empathy are vital for leaders, requiring them to be understanding and supportive of their team members [8] - Leadership begins when people start trusting you, emphasizing the importance of trust and connection over social media presence or popularity [8]
Building Emotional Resilience in Times of Uncertainty | Varsha A | TEDxJSB
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-03 17:37
[संगीत] गुड मॉर्निंग एवरीवन। माय नेम इज वर्षा। सेकंड ईयर एमबीए एट जॉनसन स्कूल ऑफ़ बिज़नेस। टुडे आई एम हियर टू टॉक अबाउट द टॉपिक बिल्डिंग इमोशनल रेसिलियंस इन टाइम्स ऑफ़ अनसर्टेनिटी। देयर वास अ फेस इन माय लाइफ वेयर एवरीथिंग फेल्ट लाइक स्टम विदाउट शेल्टर। व्हाट वंस गव मी जॉय फेल्ट मीनिंगलेस ईच डे सीम हैवियर दन बिफोर। बट आई लर्न दैट साइलेंस इज नॉट बिल्ड इन द सिंगल मोमेंट ऑफ ट्राइंग रादर इट इज़ बिल इन द क्वाइट करेज ऑफ टेकिंग वन आफ्टर अनदर सीकिंग सपोर्ट एक्सप्लोरिंग न्यू प्लेसेस फाइंडिंग कंफर्ट इन म्यूजिक आर द ब्रिक् ...
The Beauty of Imperfection | Lina Samuel | TEDxYouth@JeffersonStreet
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-03 17:28
Core Message - The speech emphasizes the value of imperfection and mistakes in personal growth and connection [3][5][9][10] - It encourages embracing imperfections as unique qualities that foster authenticity and specialness [3][8][10] Personal Anecdotes - The speaker shares a childhood experience of striving for perfection in songwriting, realizing later that imperfections made the song unique [1][2][3] - A high school talent show performance where a voice crack was unexpectedly met with positive feedback, highlighting the audience's appreciation for authenticity over flawlessness [7][8] - Writing an imperfect birthday song for a younger sister that was deeply appreciated, reinforcing the idea that connection is more important than perfection [9] Supporting Concepts - The speech references articles discussing the productive use of failure in education and the importance of embracing difficulties in learning [4][6] - It suggests that difficulties and confusion during learning are essential for building productiveness and achieving success [6] Call to Action - The speaker invites teachers, friends, peers, and parents to embrace, own, name, use, and share their imperfections [10] - It encourages recognizing imperfections not as flaws but as qualities that make individuals special and unique [9][10]
Your Signature Move: How to Build a Personal Brand People Remember | Azadeh Yaraghi | TEDxDevon
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-03 16:54
[applause] [applause] Woo. [applause] Woo. Before you say a single word, your brand is already speaking.You must be wondering what Flamco and branding have to do with one another. Well, everything. Nothing is accidental.In Flamco, every step has a purpose. Every gesture tells a story. Every pause holds power.In branding, the feelings you exude in others set the stage for how they will experience you. Your brand is not about your tagline, not about your logo, nor your website. It's about you, your energy, an ...
What We Think Strength Looks Like ,And What It Really Is | Pankaj Gopalani | TEDxMotilalNehruCollege
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-02 17:45
Overcoming Adversity & Achieving Goals - The narrative highlights an individual's journey of recovery and subsequent admission to IIM Kolkata despite physical limitations [1] - The individual successfully navigated accessibility challenges on campus, advocating for improvements [2] - Despite facing job loss after graduation, the individual demonstrated resilience by upskilling and securing a new position, eventually leading the mobility division of a firm [2][3] Challenging Perceptions & Embracing Change - The story emphasizes that disability is a perceived limitation rather than an actual inability [3] - The speaker's personal transformation involved embracing imperfection and focusing on connection rather than seeking perfection in communication [4][5][7] - The speech encourages the audience to identify and challenge their own limiting beliefs or "illusions" [6][8][9] Embracing Discomfort & Growth - The act of holding hands in an unfamiliar way illustrates that discomfort can lead to change and growth [9][10][11] - The core message is about moving forward and dismantling illusions to realize one's full potential [7][8][9]
Freedom of Thought in a Digital Era | Paola Castilho | TEDxTBSRJ Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-25 17:37
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]