[Music] [Applause] When my patients say they don't feel well, I believe them. But I didn't always see it that way. I was trained as a medical doctor to follow the evidence to diagnose based on what could be measured, quantified, and explained. And for a long time, I believed that if the labs were normal, the patient was fine. Until one day, I wasn't fine. And nothing could explain it. Just three months after giving birth to my first child, I sat in a doctor's office. I was exhausted, foggy, aching. I was af ...

Political Commentary - Former President Trump expressed his support and appreciation for the show's 30th anniversary [1] - Trump admires the work of specific individuals, including Bob Craft and Charlie Kirk [1][2] - Trump believes Charlie Kirk could have been president someday and acknowledges his significant help in the last election [2] - Trump is focused on winning and helping the country win, believing this will lead to national healing and unity [2]

Trauma & Healing - Trauma is not just the event itself, but what happens inside a person, stored somatically and leaving imprints neurologically, biologically, and genetically [7][8] - Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) have a high impact on an individual's later life, potentially leading to diseases, disorders, and dysfunction [9][10] - Intergenerational trauma can be transmitted unless interrupted, but healing can also be passed on [11] - Trauma is not just violence or neglect, but the meaning the nervous system assigns to overwhelming experiences, often encoded when too young to name it [12][13] Reparenting & Conscious Parenting - Reparenting involves meeting the unmet needs of one's inner child, moving from survival mode (fight or flight) to thriving [20][21] - Reparenting is necessary, not optional, and involves offering oneself the presence and parenting deserved all along [22][25] - Intimate partners can trigger both wounds and healing [24] - Conscious parenting can change how we see our children and ourselves [26] - One does not have to be a biological parent to be a parent; one can be an influencer, role model, aunt, uncle, or neighbor to children [27] Healing Process - Healing is not personal but cultural, a messy process of peeling layers [30] - Healing is a continuous journey, not a destination; the word "healed" implies stagnation [31] - Breaking patterns occurs through awareness, which is what happens in reparenting [32]

Thank you very much for telling uh us your story uh today at the Capitol. Uh I know you've had some time since then and I'm just wondering if there's anything you would like to add uh to what you said today. >> Um I would say what I want to add from today was uh to let everyone know how hard that was for all of us today to speak up when we shouldn't have had to.I was a minor. I was 14 years old when these acts happened against me and my survivor sisters, a lot of us. And the fact that we had to stand in fro ...

Core Message - Understanding, rather than fear or judgment, leads to tolerance and a more human approach to life and religion [16] - Faith, regardless of religion, provides messages and stories that have guided societies towards peace [18] - In a world prone to division, choosing understanding is a bold act that fosters kindness, forgiveness, open hearts, and unity [18][19] Lessons from Different Faiths - Islam emphasizes intention and humility over mere appearance, highlighting the importance of trusting the process [5][6] - Buddhism teaches that suffering is a part of life and that trust in the process is essential even when the plan is unclear [7][8][9] - Christianity promotes forgiveness and understanding as paths to healing and growth [10][11] - Hinduism, through the concept of Karma in the Bhagwat Gita, emphasizes doing one's duty without obsessing over the outcome, focusing on effort rather than results [12][13][14][15] Personal Growth and Perspective - The speaker's upbringing in a multi-faith environment instilled a belief in understanding different perspectives [2][3][4] - The speaker advocates for reading moments, life, and people, emphasizing the importance of learning and education [4] - The speaker suggests that the question should not be "What do I get from this?" but rather focusing on the effort put into something [14]

Core Message - Grief is a universal emotional response to loss, affecting everyone sooner or later [1][2] - A framework for navigating grief involves three intentional practices: Release, Rebuild, and Remember [6] - Healing from grief is possible, involving an evolution of pain, return of joy, and building a worthwhile future [14] Release - Release involves letting go of guilt, shame, or pressure to grieve in a certain way, as there is no wrong way to grieve [6] - Acknowledging and expressing feelings, rather than avoiding them, is crucial for healing [8] - Grief is not just emotional but also physical, requiring physical release through activities like exercise [9] Rebuild - Rebuilding involves rediscovering one's identity after loss and finding new meaning and purpose [10] - Joy and sorrow can coexist, and rebuilding involves finding moments of light breaking through the darkness [11] - Turning to faith, family, and community can provide support during the rebuilding process [10] Remember - Remembering involves keeping the love of those lost alive through stories, acts of compassion, and service to others [12][13] - Honoring the deceased allows a part of them to live on through the actions of the living [13] - The speaker's son's wish to help people who are hurting became the speaker's mission as a grief educator [13]

Historical Context & Social Impact - Sri Lanka experienced a brutal civil war lasting nearly three decades, from 1983 to 2009, following independence from British rule in 1948 [1] - Discriminatory laws, such as the Sinhala Only Act in 1956, systematically marginalized Tamil communities, leading to escalating ethnic tensions [1] - Black July in 1983 marked the beginning of the civil war, resulting in the deaths of at least 3,000 innocent Tamil people and the displacement of 150,000 [1] - Approximately 500,000 Tamil people left Sri Lanka due to the violence and organized state-sanctioned violence [1] Healthcare & Community Well-being - Despite medical advancements, some communities still struggle for basic quality of care, exemplified by the disproportionate impact of HIV on indigenous communities [2] - While medications like PREP (99% HIV reduction), PEP, and Doxyep exist, barriers to trust and access hinder their effectiveness in indigenous communities [2] - Indigenous communities have experienced colonization, the 60s scoop, residential schools, and policies that strip them of their land, identity, and tradition [2] - Healing happens *with* communities, not *to* them, requiring services that reflect their values, knowledge, and languages [2][3] Moving Forward & Advocacy - The focus should shift from mere survival to creating a future where communities can thrive, requiring justice and healing [1][2][3] - Rebuilding trust requires listening, accountability, and consistent effort, especially when no one is watching [4] - Allies are needed to follow the lead of indigenous communities, rather than directing them [5] - Hope and action must go hand in hand to create a future where more communities can thrive [7][8]

[Music] The world doesn't need change. It needs people who do. That line didn't come to me while meditating on a mountain or journaling in a fancy cafe. Well, you will find me there most of the times. But this line came to me while I was sitting across someone who was breaking down. Not because what happened with her. No. But no one stayed to listen. She was surrounded by friends, family. She had a large circle yet truly alone. I am Kapal Raj and I work with Fortune50 organization where I lead sales enablem ...

Personal Journey & Identity - The narrative centers on the speaker's experience as an Ethiopian immigrant and adoptee in the United States, highlighting themes of loss, displacement, and the search for identity [1][2][8][11][13][14] - The speaker describes the initial culture shock and challenges of adapting to a new environment, including language acquisition and navigating cultural differences [11][12][13] - The speaker grapples with issues of identity, feeling disconnected from both their Ethiopian heritage and their American surroundings, leading to mental health struggles [14][15] - The speaker's journey involves attempts to reconnect with their Ethiopian family and roots, but this reconnection reveals the extent of their transformation and the complexities of belonging [16][17][21][22][23] - The speaker emphasizes the ongoing nature of healing and rebuilding, acknowledging that adoption and reconnection are not simple solutions to past trauma [26] Resilience & Adaptation - The speaker demonstrates resilience in the face of multiple losses and transitions, including the death of their father, relocation, adoption, and cultural adaptation [8][9][10][11] - The speaker describes the process of rebuilding their world after each disruption, highlighting the importance of community and connection [8][9][15][27] - The speaker learns to embrace their multifaceted identity, accepting the challenges and strengths that come from their unique experiences [27][28][29] Key Takeaway - The speech encourages listeners to embrace their own challenges, find strength in their past, and maintain hope for the future, emphasizing that the path to healing is not linear and that they are not alone [29]

Core Message - The speaker emphasizes the importance of empathy and witnessing others' pain, suggesting that true healing begins when individuals feel seen and heard [1][2] - The speaker advocates for staying present with uncomfortable stories and emotions, rather than avoiding or dismissing them [2] - The speaker highlights that the world needs people who are willing to listen and hold space for others, rather than simply offering solutions or advice [1][2] Literary Focus - The speaker's writing explores themes of pain, shame, stigma, and the struggles of individuals who feel alone or unseen [1] - The speaker's stories aim to reflect real-life experiences and emotions, offering a mirror for readers to see themselves and feel less isolated [1] - The speaker's works address social issues such as physical abuse, societal pressures on women, and cultural suppression [1] Personal Journey - The speaker shares their personal journey of writing novels that delve into difficult topics, driven by a desire to connect with those who are suffering [1] - The speaker acknowledges the challenges and emotional toll of writing such stories, including experiencing exhaustion and insomnia [1] - The speaker finds validation in readers who express feeling seen and understood through their work, reinforcing the power of storytelling and witnessing [1]