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Heart Surgery at 18: Facing Failure | Deli Szilagyi | TEDxAISB Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-04 16:59
[Music] [Applause] Does failure lead to success. Well, research shows that you would overwhelmingly think that it does much more than in reality. According to a metaanalysis of 11 different studies, participants predicted that 50% of overdose survivors would seek treatment.In reality, only 16% did. And this overestimation is true for lawyers and for nurses and for teachers. at 30 and 40 and 20% when they make a mistake.And so why is this. Well, I believe the heart of the problem stems from this saying that ...
Failing 58 Times to Become a Champion | Carl Framptom | TEDxBlack Mountain
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-04 16:51
[Music] [Applause] Um, how many failures does it take for you to become a success. For me, that number was 58. 58 times I failed as an amateur boxer or a professional boxer.My name is Carl Frampton. As I said, a former professional boxer in the super bantamweight division. I won titles such as a Celtic, Commonwealth, European.Um, I then became the first uh fighter from sorry, the second fighter from Ireland to win or to become a unified champion after Steve Collins. I then moved up a division and became the ...
The failure you'll never know you needed | Maria Bechara | TEDxJesus&Mary School Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-04 15:27
Raise your hand if you've ever worked insanely hard for something. Totally sure it was going to pay off. If your hand's still down, you're either lying or you don't care.Probably both. Well, we've all been there. Even if you don't like to admit it.So, let me take you back to the time I went all in. For months, I prepared relentlessly for Harvard Model United Nations. I prepared every resolution and I rehearsed every detail until it felt like second nature.So I put everything I had into those four intense da ...
Make Your Own Luck
Garry Tan· 2025-07-31 15:00
Risk & Opportunity - Avoiding risks due to comfort can cost more than any failure, especially for highly skilled individuals in tech where the upside can be in the billions [5][6] - Taking risks is essential for founders to get funded, build billion-dollar companies, and change the world [5] - Missed opportunities can provide courage and knowledge for future success [15] - One risk could change one's trajectory [17] Mindset & Perception - Belief in being unlucky can lead to tunnel vision, causing one to miss opportunities [9] - Lucky people expect good things, keeping their minds open to see shortcuts and opportunities [9][10] - Setbacks should be seen as redirects and chances to discover something better [12] - Bad luck can force resourcefulness and teach lessons that comfort cannot [13] Pivoting & Resourcefulness - Lucky people pivot when faced with bad luck, seeing setbacks as opportunities for something better [12] - Bad luck forces resourcefulness and pushes individuals to new places, teaching valuable lessons [13]
3 letter word made me write a letter to the Prime Minister | Shikha Khanna | TEDxMaharashtra College
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-29 15:57
Core Message - The central theme revolves around the power of "yes" in overcoming obstacles and achieving success [23][25] - The speaker shares a personal narrative to illustrate how embracing opportunities and challenges led to personal and professional growth [1][2] Personal Journey & Transformation - The speaker recounts childhood struggles, including academic challenges and family issues, highlighting resilience and perseverance [3][4] - A turning point occurred when the speaker pursued arts, leading to academic success and discovering a passion for photography [5][6] - The speaker established a successful career as a baby photographer, becoming a recognized figure in Delhi [7][9] - Motherhood led to a period of self-doubt and isolation, requiring significant effort to overcome [10][11] - The speaker pivoted during lockdown by teaching photography online and initiating a project to honor mothers' stories [12][14] Project & Impact - The speaker organized an event to host mothers from around the world, facing challenges in securing sponsorship [15][16] - The Prime Minister's Office provided a letter of support, acknowledging the value of honoring mothers [18][21] - The event was a success, fostering connection and shared experiences among the mothers [21][22] - The speaker aims to continue honoring mothers' stories and advocating for their recognition [22] Types of "Yes" - The speaker identifies different types of "yes," including stubborn, habitual, reluctant, and a "yes" to a "no," emphasizing the importance of each in navigating life's challenges [23][24]
Criticism isn't rejection, rather an opportunity to grow | Zaiba Sarang | TEDxMaharashtra College
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-29 15:57
[संगीत] मिल ही जाएगी मंजिल भटकते भटकते मिल ही जाएगी मंजिल भटकते भटकते गुमराह वो हैं जो घर से निकले ही नहीं हाउ मेनी ऑफ यू वांट टू बिकम एन एंटरप्रेन्योर प्लीज रेज योर हैंड्स कोई नहीं और हु आर ऑलरेडी एन एंटरप्रेन्योर वाओ दैट्स ग्रेट ग्रेट। जनरली मोस्ट ऑफ द पीपल थिंक कि एंटरप्रेन्योरशिप का मतलब फ्रीडम, सक्सेस, पैसा होता है। लेकिन बहुत कम लोग आपको एंटरप्रेन्योरशिप का वो साइट बताएंगे व्हिच इज नॉट सो ग्लैमरस जो आपको Instagram के रील पर भी नहीं मिलता। वो पार्ट जहां पर एंटरप्रेन्यर्स रातों को 3-3 बजे तक जागते हैं। ...
The Almost Life: and why it's still complete? | Gerjean Ziqing Qiu | TEDxYuehai St Salon
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-29 15:53
Hi everyone, my name is Gerjin. Many people know me as the participant in the exciting offer season 6. But today I would like to reintroduce myself.I'm from Malaysia and I'm an ordinary girl who did law caught to the bar in UK and Malaysia and I'm currently working as a litigation lawyer. On social media, I might look like a young and successful person, but if I'm honest, most of my life hasn't felt like a list of achievements. Comparing to the people around me and to myself, I'm not the smartest, the prett ...
The Entrepreneurial power of Storytelling | Redoan Rony | TEDxCOU
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-29 15:44
Storytelling & Filmmaking Insights - The speaker emphasizes the power of storytelling and its impact on communication and opportunities [1] - The speaker shares personal experiences with failures, highlighting their importance in driving future aspirations [1] - The speaker discusses the journey of self-discovery and finding one's purpose in the world, particularly in the context of visual arts and filmmaking [1][2] - The speaker reflects on the influence of societal trends, such as the hype around computer engineering in Bangladesh, and their impact on individual choices [1] - The speaker explores the concept of differentiation in storytelling, emphasizing the importance of unique contributions and perspectives [2] - The speaker shares experiences in the film industry, including working with renowned directors and creating films that explore complex human emotions and societal issues [1][2] - The speaker discusses the research process for character development, particularly when dealing with sensitive topics like Alzheimer's disease [2] - The speaker highlights the power of cinema to provoke thought and challenge viewers' perspectives, even among criminals [3] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and practice in filmmaking, including both technical skills and understanding audience reception [3] Personal Growth & Inspiration - The speaker encourages individuals to reflect on their motivations and contributions to the world [2] - The speaker acknowledges the importance of inspiration from family and friends in pursuing one's passions [3]
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The Economist· 2025-07-25 07:20
HS2, the over-budget railway, is a lesson in failure. Critics were bought off and losers were compensated. Yet those who opposed HS2 at the start oppose it still https://t.co/YQAxVcSYwh ...
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 ...