European Construction & Challenges - The European Union (EU) faces a crisis that is not solely geopolitical, constitutional, or financial, but a deeper issue causing paralysis and doubt [11][12] - The EU is showing signs of dismantling its Green Deal measures and reducing ambitions related to climate, biodiversity, and human rights [13][14] - European industries are vulnerable due to dependence on imports such as American liquefied gas, Chinese photovoltaic cells, and Russian fertilizers [15] - Climate change impacts agriculture, leading to volatility in food prices, and supply chains are increasingly fragile [16][17] - The EU's influence in international negotiations is declining, reflecting difficulties in unified positioning on the global stage [19] - European citizens are experiencing a sense of decline due to economic stagnation, territorial fractures, and lack of social mobility [20][21] Proposed Solutions & Future Vision - The industry suggests refounding the EU around nature, focusing on food, health, sovereignty, security, and heritage [24] - The industry proposes creating a "European Community of Nature and Life" (CVN), evolving into the "European Union of Future Generations" [26] - A common energy policy structured around planetary boundaries at the European level is recommended [27] - The industry advocates for a circular industrial strategy (cycle) to ensure access to strategic metals and resources while preserving quality of life [27] - Replacing the Common Agricultural Policy (PAC) with a Sustainable Agricultural and Food Policy (PAD) is suggested, focusing on human health, soil health, species health, and farmer livelihoods [28] - Re-centering ecology in the European project can redefine power through resilience and sovereignty through a pact with the living [30]

[Applause] I want more people to bump into nature so that we can experience more of our nature. And I've never told a story about why until today. And to share that story, I have to tell you a story by a tar of Nishapore who was a Persian poet.And he talks about three butterflies and the candle flame. And so the first butterfly went close to the flame and said, "I know about life." The second butterfly went close enough to let its wings be burned and said, "I know how love can burn." And the third butterfly ...

Health & Well-being - Spending time in nature is vital to health and well-being, helping individuals find peace, strength, and balance [2][7] - Research from institutions like Harvard, Stanford, and Mayo Clinic indicates that increased time in nature is beneficial [7] - Many people spend 97% of their lives indoors, highlighting the importance of outdoor activities [8] Personal Growth & Inspiration - The coast serves as a metaphor for life, constantly changing with tides, sunrises, sunsets, and storms [9] - Connecting to nature enables a connection to self, friends, family, community, and purpose [15] - Time in nature fosters happiness, joy, inspiration, curiosity, and energy [12][19] Environmental Awareness & Exploration - Georgia has a 100-mile coast with 14 barrier islands and one-third of the wetlands on the eastern seaboard of the United States [4][5] - Walking is presented as a means to learn about a place or oneself, starting with a single island to understand the planet [14] - Individuals are encouraged to find their favorite places in nature and explore them through activities like walking, hiking, kayaking, or biking [11][19]

城市之中有很多偶然的绿色：楼下的花坛、门口的植物景观、道路两旁的行道树，或者只是一小片绿地。 我们像一只只生活于城市的鸟，寻找绿色的休憩之所，片刻驻足，进食，再起飞。走进城市间的荒野，我们才能真正思考自己。 在本次演讲中，植物学博士王洁雨将讲述他的植物学跨界经历，探讨如何从植物中获得力量，用“闲笔”般的绿色为忙碌的生活增添诗意，在既定的工作场景中找回自己的热爱。 植物学博士 科学策展人 This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx ...

Imagination & Reality - Imagination is a currency that exchanges value between thought and reality, enabling actualization through process [3] - What one envisions becomes their reality, and what one speaks becomes their identity [3][5][8][10] Nature's Influence - Relationship with nature fosters deeper and more imaginative thinking, aiding emotional regulation and creativity [4][5] - Exploration of nature allows for imagination and creation [5] Power of Words - The power of life and death lies in the tongue, emphasizing the impact of spoken words on shaping reality [8] - Speaking what one wants to see and declaring what one wants to be are crucial [10] Personal Experience - The speaker's personal experiences, such as dreaming of singing for God and envisioning New York City, demonstrate the power of imagination and words in achieving goals [6][7][9] - The speaker fulfilled a childhood dream of speaking on the TED X stage 12 years after initially envisioning it [9][10]

[Music] Can you make the world a better place. Should you. That's a question for you to debate.Can you. That's a question that may sometime fill you with self-doubt. What can I one person out of the 8.2% billion do.I'm not rich. I'm too young. I'm too old. I'm not a social activist.I do not have enough resources, expertise. When God doesn't grant you miracles, remember that you are the miracle he sent for someone else. A powerful statement by Nick Witch, the man behind life without limbs, born without legs ...

Health & Wellbeing - Reconnecting with nature can improve health, happiness, and overall wellbeing [9][19] - Nature acts on a neurological and hormonal level, generating feelings of wellbeing [16] - Nature reduces blood pressure, helps breathing, and increases energy while reducing stress [5] - Nature improves focus, memory, and creativity [6] - Nature can reduce the perception of both mental and physical pain [6] Impact of Technology & Urbanization - Modern lifestyles focused on cities and technology lead to stress and disconnection from nature [2][5] - Children now spend more time indoors with technology, missing out on the physical and mental benefits of nature [7][8] Practical Applications - Bringing nature into living spaces with plants and natural light can improve mood and air quality [10][11] - Engaging in outdoor activities like running, cycling, or even sitting under a tree can foster connection with nature [12] - Making outdoor activities social and practicing mindfulness can help integrate nature into daily routines [13][14] Nature's Intrinsic Value - Nature is not just a resource but has its own value and right to exist [3] - Humans have a deep-rooted connection to nature, which is reflected in our memory and genes [4]

When I tell people I studied kinesiology and recreation, I almost always get responses like, "Oh, so you studied sports. " Or, "I get it. not wanting something too serious.And while I did take a few classes on the psychology of sport, and yeah, my definition of business casual almost always includes a pair of sneakers, there's so much more to recreation. At its core, recreation is about what we choose to do when we don't have to do. My journey of recreation started when I was about 8 years old.I was on a fa ...