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Imperfectly Done: The Case for Imperfectionism | AARON GEORGE VINAY | TEDxOOBSchool
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-01 15:52
[Music] How many of you would simply pick this up, twist it around, see what happens. Okay. Okay, that's great.Now, what if I told you this cube you're looking at has 43 quintilion possible combinations. and you're looking at just one of them. How many would still be in.Raise your hands. That is lesser than before. But why is that.We look at this cube and see a problem. For us, it's a test of our intelligence. But not for my four-year-old cousin.He simply twists it, flips it, even breaks it, and just laughs ...
Two Letters, Two Sides, Two Mindsets | Christina Zhang | TEDxHarriton High School
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-23 16:20
Everyone here has had a goal at some point in their life. Whether small or big, like an like a diet or an important project, we all had to overcome a barrier called starting. You know, you want to achieve something.You have an idea of how to get there, but most of the time you lose motivation very quickly. For example, I had a goal to give up on chocolate because I wanted to be fitter. I had an outline of an outline of a plan, but it turns out being fit actually takes work.Yeah, know I gave up in around 2 h ...
Perfect Trap | Alya Hanpolat | TEDxYouth@AASSofia
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-18 16:23
Core Argument - The pursuit of perfection is a trap, affecting various aspects of life and limiting individuals [21][22] - Perfection is unrealistic and fake, and it does not equate to success, which is achieved through effort and hard work [22] Societal Impact - Society values perfection, which is celebrated and often forced upon individuals through social media and expectations [5] - Social media presents unrealistic standards, leading to comparisons and affecting various aspects of life [20][21] Psychological Effects - Chasing perfection can lead to overthinking, self-doubt, criticism, and anxiety [11][12] - The pressure to be perfect can be more severe for neurodiverse individuals or those with conditions like OCD, leading to compulsions and distress [14] Behavioral Implications - The pursuit of perfection can hinder risk-taking, which is essential for innovation and success [15][16][17] - Focusing on perfection can prevent individuals from truly living in the moment and enjoying life [17][18] Counterarguments - Seeking perfection can lead to detail-oriented and high-quality work, ambition, and commitment, benefiting academic achievement and professional success [19]