Um many of us are aware about um the Nigerian um mentality which is um go to school um have good grades and get a good job. But um for some of us um the pattern is different because not everybody will have good grades in school. And um our society has um declared those people failures.And once you do have a good grade, you're not having the haze. You're not the top of your class. You are regarded as you're as the um the lower students in class.And unfortunately for me, the school I attended in primary schoo ...

Core Concepts - Passion is the driving force to achieve purpose, enabling individuals to overcome obstacles [1] - Purpose is defined as a way of living life to the fullest, not just what one wants from life [1] - Passion is not an innate talent but something one loves enough to become great at [4] - Purpose transforms passion into service, with individuals defining their own purpose [4] Personal Development - Overcoming weaknesses requires dedicated practice and a shift in mindset [2][3] - Consistent effort, such as practicing 20 questions every day, can lead to significant improvement [3] - Discovering what makes one come alive is crucial, as the future depends on individual action [5]

So very good afternoon ladies and gentlemen. I know I'm the last speaker for the day and hopefully my talk will keep you engaged. I will not engage in any theatrics.I will not make you run, jump, talk loudly etc. But hopefully my content will keep you engaged. I'm here to talk about a subject which I am very passionate about and that's also been one of the purpose where I had to take a major decision in life leaving a highly paid corporate job and enter into a relatively more insecure field of starting my o ...

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Core Idea - The presentation introduces the concept of purpose as being like a river, emphasizing flow and movement, suggesting that purpose brings life to one's environment [1] - The speaker shares personal anecdotes to illustrate how reconnecting with childhood dreams and recognizing recurring themes can lead to discovering one's purpose [21] - The presentation encourages individuals to integrate their passions and desires into their current work, rather than viewing occupation and purpose as mutually exclusive [23] - The speaker advocates for being open to opportunities and saying "yes" to experiences that align with one's passions, leading to a more fulfilling and integrated life [24] - The presentation proposes that purpose is not something to be actively pursued, but rather something that pursues the individual, requiring one to be aware of the "water" or opportunities around them [27] Personal Journey - The speaker recounts a childhood dream of becoming a photographer, which was initially discouraged [2] - During a COVID-19 quarantine, the speaker rediscovered photography, leading to a successful blog and further opportunities [15] - Documenting a village in Guizhou, China, provided a transformative experience, solidifying the speaker's connection to photography [17] Practical Advice - Reconnecting with childhood dreams can provide insights into one's talents and direction [21] - Identifying recurring themes or strong dislikes in one's life can indicate potential areas of belonging [21] - Activities that cause one to lose track of time can be indicators of what one should be doing [21]

Core Message - Cycling is not just a business or fitness activity, but a path to excellence, humility, and connection with others [7][8] - Finding one's passion, like cycling, can provide purpose and direction in life [9][10] - Cycling offers various benefits, including improved fitness, reduced disease risk, and increased happiness [11] Personal Experiences & Travel - The speaker has undertaken numerous cycling trips, including journeys to Bhutan, Vietnam, Cambodia, and the Everest base camp [6][7] - These travels have provided experiences beyond imagination and reinforced the value of cycling [5][6] Social Impact & Health - Cycling is presented as a safer and healthier alternative to automobiles, reducing traffic fatalities, especially among young people [12] - Cycling promotes health and well-being, with studies suggesting that regular cycling makes individuals healthier than the general population [13] Call to Action - Individuals are encouraged to find their passion and explore the world around them, even in familiar places [8][15] - The speaker invites students to form a cycling club to discover new places and find their soul [15]

[Music] [Applause] [Music] my style of mythology ones. I'll start with the first the mythology ones. So, how many of us know Ealabia story.Right. So, who was Ekalabia. Kalabe was an archer right one of the best archers one of the best warriors you know what uh there's a story that Donachara said no to him so when a guru or a teacher says no to you what do you do you skip classes you will say okay fine so you're saying no I'll switch to another topic or something of that sort right what he did he pursued it ...

[संगीत] हैव यू एवर हैव वन ऑफ़ दोज़ लाइट्स. यू जस्ट लंग देम एंड योर माइंड जस्ट यूज़ टू स्विच ऑफ यप दैट्स। हाय आई एम आयरी एंड माय ब्रेन इट लाइक्स टू ड्रीम अ लॉट। डॉक्टर एपीजे अब्दुल कलाम वन सेड ड्रीम्स आर नथिंग्स दैट यू सी। दीज़ आर थिंग्स दैट डू नॉट यूज़ एंड आई नो एकक्टली व्हाट हीट फॉर मी दैट थिंग इज़ बेकिंग एंड नॉट जस्ट ईटिंग बेब्स दो आई एम एक्सपर्ट एट दैट टू बट एक्चुअली मेकिंग देम इट स्टार्टेड इन टू माय मॉमस किचन आई वाज़ अबाउट इट। आई रिमेंबर स्नकिंग इन व्हेन शी वाज़ कुकिंग आस्किंग हिम आई एंड ट्राई समथिंग एंड माय फर ...

[Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] It's 1992. Bergen Elementary in the small mountain town I grew up in in Colorado. And it's my favorite day of the year. It's field day.And as I'm lining up for my next competition, I might as well have been Braveheart's daughter. I'm talking child-sized kilt and blue war paint. I am ready to destroy the competition, to do whatever it takes to win this next competition and add yet another blue ribbon to my extensive ribbon collection, which I 100% keep in a box underneat ...

Don't follow your passion. What you take out of the world over time is much less important than what you put into the world. And so my recommendation would be follow your contribution.Find the thing that you're great at. Put that into the world. Contribute to others.Help the world be better. Think for yourself. And that is the thing to. ...