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Good News: More than 100 kids rally around teen who was bullied
NBC News· 2025-10-18 23:50
Community Support & Philanthropy - The Gary Senise Foundation provided a four-bedroom house in Fallbrook designed for a US Marine Staff Sergeant's needs [2] - The American Humane Society assisted in reuniting a retired Air Force K9 with its former handler [4] - A community of over 100 teen riders showed support for a bullied 15-year-old, with a bike store donating a new bike [4][5] Human Interest & Positive News - The report highlights positive stories focusing on acts of kindness, reunions, and community support [1][2][3][4][5][6] - The stories emphasize the impact of kindness and doing the right thing [6]
The Power of Silence! | Ms. Kavya Rawal | TEDxYouth@JGIS
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-17 16:35
We're supposed to be talking about power of silence. Good, good, good evening. My name is Clavia.What a lovely evening to be here. What a great great great event. So many amazing people out there.I see a lot of familiar faces. I see a lot of beautiful students. How amazing is that.Let me stay silent for a moment. I don't talk like this. Everybody I meet, they get to know I am a radio talkie. All they want me to do is speak like a radio talkie.Radio talkies do speak, but radio talkies also stay silent. Today ...
Why kindness is an essential leadership competency | Robin Young | TEDxOshawa
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-15 17:00
Leadership & Corporate Culture - Traditional leadership focuses on driving results, often overlooking the impact on individuals and teams [3][5] - Corporate culture often rewards achieving results but rarely rewards treating people with kindness [6] - Unkindness in leadership can have a significant negative ripple effect, impacting individuals' days, weeks, years, or lives [8] - Toxic leadership is prevalent in organizations because kindness is not considered a core leadership competency [10][11] - Kindness fosters a culture of trust, collaboration, and support, which directly impacts productivity [11][12] Redefining Leadership - Kindness is a crucial leadership competency that is frequently overlooked [7] - Professionalism and kindness are not mutually exclusive; kindness involves empathy, respect, and a genuine desire to help others grow [13] - Great leadership should recognize and celebrate kindness alongside performance [14] - Leaders should adopt a three-step process when frustrated: pause, take a breath, and choose kindness [18] - The speaker encourages leaders to remember the leadership competency of kindness and integrate it with driving results [20][21]
10 Seconds to Courage: The Ripple Effect of Speaking Up | Karys Fan | TEDxPine Lake Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-07 16:37
Key Observations - The speech emphasizes the importance of bystander intervention in bullying situations [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13] - It highlights the power of small acts of kindness and courage in creating a positive change [3][6][8][9] - The speech advocates for creating a culture of respect and empathy within communities [6][10][11][12][13] Statistical Data - Research indicates that 80% to 85% of bullying incidents occur with bystanders present [4] - In 57% of cases, bullying stops within 10 seconds when peer bystanders intervene [5] Call to Action - The speech encourages individuals to become "upstanders" by taking action when they witness someone in need of support [5][6][11][12] - It promotes the idea that even small actions, like a kind word or a simple gesture, can make a significant difference [3][6][8][12] - The speaker initiated a diversity, equity, and inclusion committee at their school to foster a more inclusive environment [10][11]
Finding Purpose Beyond Fame | Sanam Saeed | TEDxAzadiStreet
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-07 16:21
[संगीत] अस्सलाम वालेकुम एवरीवन वाओ फॉर ऑडियंस इट्स एन ऑनर एंड अ प्रिविलेज एंड क्वाइट एक्साइटिंग एक्चुअली टू बी हियर टूाई टू गिव यू अ टेड टॉक इन आवर बिलवेड कराची मेरा नाम सनम है। आई एम एन एक्टर एंड आई एम जस्ट हियर टू नॉट शेयर माय स्टोरी बट होपफुली टू इंस्पायर यू अ लिटिल बिट। आई हैव हैड द प्रिविलेज एंड द फॉर्च्यून टू पैशनेटली पर्स्यू माय ड्रीम्स, माय पैशन्स फॉर अ वेरी लॉन्ग टाइम। बचपन में स्टार्ट हुआ था। एक प्रिटेंड बास्केट होता था जिसमें बहुत सारे कपड़े थे अम्मा अब्बा के, दादी के, जिसके भी, वो मैं हमेशा पहन ...
Scaling Mountains, Inspiring Ripples of Change | S. Jaahnavi | TEDxSIS Ajmer Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-29 15:54
Personal Development & Goal Achievement - The core message revolves around the importance of embracing change, consistency, and adaptability to achieve personal goals, drawing parallels from mountaineering experiences [1][25][26][27] - Overcoming challenges and failures is presented as a crucial part of personal transformation, emphasizing resilience and continuous learning [23][24][28][30][31] - The speaker advocates for starting small, being consistent, and adapting to failures as key elements in achieving any goal, whether it's in music, sports, or public speaking [26][27][28] Lessons from Mountaineering - Scaling mountains is used as a metaphor for overcoming life's challenges, highlighting the significance of each small step towards reaching the summit [1][2] - The speaker's experiences on various peaks, including Mount Kilimanjaro (Africa), Mount Elbrus (Europe), Mount Kosciuszko (Australia), and Mount Denali (North America), illustrate the diverse challenges and adaptations required in different environments [3][11][15][19] - Mental strength is emphasized as being more critical than physical strength in mountaineering, particularly in situations where exhaustion and the urge to give up are overwhelming [22][23] Overcoming Adversity - The speaker's personal story includes her father's diagnosis with terminal lung cancer, which served as a motivation to push her limits and achieve more [15] - The experience of being denied a permit to climb Mount Everest due to age restrictions led to a change in plans and the successful climb of Mount Denali, demonstrating adaptability [18][19] - The speaker shares instances of having to turn back from summits due to illness or bad weather, emphasizing the importance of making smart decisions to preserve life and try again later [29][30] Importance of Continuous Learning - The speaker emphasizes the importance of remaining a learner throughout life, regardless of age or expertise, and being open to gaining knowledge from others [31][32] - The speaker's father, a mental health doctor, is presented as a role model for staying grounded and always being willing to learn from others [33]
The Flying Elephant | Dr. Marwa El-Kassaby | TEDxCairoUniversity
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-25 15:23
[موسيقى] ايه اول حاجه بتيجي في بالنا لما بنسمع سيره الفيل ان هو كبير وخطير وان اغلب المخرجين حاصرينه في ادوار الشر ولا ان هو طيب وكيوت وجميل وبتحبوه زي ما انا بحبه بالظبط انا بحب الفيل جدا لكذا سبب كتير بس انا عايزه اشار معاكم كم سبب منهم الفيل من اكتر الحيوانات اللي حنينه وعندها امبيثي وكاينس كتير جدا وده بيبان في تعامله مع اولاده ان هو يقدر يطبطب عليهم بالزلوم الفيل كمان عنده مشاعر الحزن وبيقدر يحزن قوي لو حد من القطيع بتاعه حصل له حاجه معلومه ما كنتش اعرفها غير قريب مجموعه معلومه لطيفه جدا ان الفيل ما بي ...
Text message from 80-year-old softball teammate inspires millions of fans
NBC News· 2025-09-24 12:10
In many ways, Nelson Bradbury is in a league of his own. He's 80, but instead of counting candles, he's counting on his teammates. They give me friendship. They give me respect. They give me a reason to to to keep on moving any given day.Nelson is the oldest member of an adult softball league team in New Finland, Canada. Last week when he woke up at 2 am the night before a big game, he texted the group writing, "I really appreciate the way you guys treat me as an equal and not just an old fart." Adding, "It ...
Dreams Are a Collective Journey | Manali Desai | TEDxBirla Intl School Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-17 15:19
Career Path & Education - The speaker initially aimed to become an English teacher, planning to pursue studies from 8th grade through PhD [1][2] - Faced questioning for choosing arts after 10th grade but continued, also studying German [2] - Undergraduation involved a combination of English, psychology, and journalism [3] - Worked as a radio jockey during the third year of undergraduation [6][7] - Currently pursuing a PhD [9] Global Experiences & Personal Growth - Experience working on a UN project in Sri Lanka, working in women's shelters [4] - Worked on a project in Romania with people from 10 different countries in the Balcon region [5] - Experience in Czech Republic and Slovakia, visiting villages with small populations (around 200) [11] - Traveled to Turkey and met migrants from Iran and someone from Germany [10] Overcoming Barriers & Community Support - Speaker emphasizes that breaking barriers was made easier with the support of a "village" [9] - Highlights the importance of community support and kindness towards others [15][16] - Stresses the role of strangers and families in providing support and strength [12][11] - Acknowledges the influence of various people in shaping her life and experiences [15]