I'm going to tell you all a secret. It's a complete miracle that I'm up on the stage today. Not because I'm short and like feeling tall for once and not because I tripped on my way up.It's because just a little while ago, public speaking was a complete impossibility for me. Grade N. For some of you in the audience, it's in your near future.For others, it's a distant memory. For me, it was only two years ago. But I don't remember much other than my life and death that I was acting.Of course, one other perhap ...

[Music] Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. Welcome aboard TEDex Airlines. As we head towards our beautiful destination, Musket, Oman, please ensure your seat belts are fastened, your seatbacks are upright, and your tray tables are stowed.In case of an emergency, oxygen masks will drop down from the ceiling. Remember to secure your own mask before assisting others. We've all heard this announcement countless times.Remember to secure your own mask before assisting others. It makes sense, right. You can't h ...

[Applause] Okay, we live in a time where I don't owe anyone anything is seen as wisdom. Like it's the ultimate glow up. You've probably seen it all over Tik Tok.Protect your peace. Set boundaries. How many of you have heard this before.Nearly all of us, right. So, I took that advice. I stopped texting first, cut off half my contact, and set my boundaries like a pro and boom, I'm healed.Except instead, I'm sitting alone in my room ignoring everyone and wondering why I feel so lonely. But hey, at least my pea ...

Where is home. From feeling lost to finding myself. Hello, my name is Ella and I'm a 10-year-old boy from Italy. In the summer of 2021, my whole family and I moved from a small town called Desio in the north of Italy to London.That was a big change. So, why am I standing here today. After nearly 4 years of living in the United Kingdom, I would like to share some thoughts about a very simple question with no easy answer.Where is home. Life in Italy was amazing. I lived in a quiet town near Milan in a house t ...

Good morning everyone. Yeah, I'm doing a very conscious. They said you should not cross this border.So I was just thinking am I in a right place. Okay, we'll start now. Lot of students who are sitting here, I was one among them almost 16 years back.And 16 years back I had the same word because when the name starts with C as chan which I didn't choose my parents have chosen it but there was another C which was associated with my name which was called as colleges and those colleges have started the thought in ...

Fandom & Community - Fandom provides a sense of belonging and community, especially for marginalized groups like people of color, queer individuals, youth, chronically ill, disabled, homebound individuals, and those in rural environments [2] - Online fandom allows individuals to express themselves and connect with others who share their interests, transcending geographical limitations [1][2][3] - Fandom fosters real-life connections and friendships, leading to support networks and enriching experiences [2][3] Social Perception of Fandom - Entertainment fandom is often ridiculed and not given the same respect as sports fandom, despite its positive impact on marginalized communities [1][2] - Society tends to critique entertainment fans while celebrating sports fans, even though both exhibit similar levels of passion [1][2] Impact of Internet & Fandom - The internet and fandom have profoundly impacted the speaker's life, shaping their identity and providing a sense of community [3] - Online interactions and shared stories within fandom can bring people together, regardless of their differences [3]

Imagine [Music] sitting at home one night. Your two kids asleep in their rooms. One 18 months, the other just 3 weeks.Your husband is returning home from an overnight work trip. There's a knock at the door. It's a police officer.Ma'am, your husband was killed in a car accident tonight. Instantly, your entire world flipped upside down. This is the story of a woman named Julie.In recent years, we've collectively experienced the COVID pandemic, extreme natural disasters, and more. When you add in diagnosis, ac ...

Art doesn't occur in a vacuum. In fact, one might argue that art can act as a thermometer, measuring culture, politics, and the general moment. So, let's set the scene.It's 2025. As a nation, we've withdrawn from the Paris Climate Agreement. Our state, Illinois, is experiencing extended droughts and large-scale dust storms.We're also approaching the 200-year anniversary of when settlers came into MLAN County and used teams of oxen prairie breakers to rip up native prairie, making way for industrialized agri ...

I teach high school social studies. So, I want everyone to try a little thought exercise with me. Close your eyes. Good. Now, imagine that you're back in your least favorite class. I know, right? Imagine the teacher, the room, your classmates, and think back to just exactly why you didn't like that class in the first place. Was it because you just didn't understand the material? Was it because you felt helpless, frustrated, even? All right, open your eyes now. Hopefully, they didn't hurt anyone. When I see ...

Yep, that's me. Yeah. Yeah.Budding artist. They call me smock face. But uh you know there's this really great saying from from Picasso who uh said that you know all children are born artists and the problem is remaining an artist as we grow up and actually you know it might surprise you to think that being a cancer researcher is pretty similar a budding scientist artist here.After all, I mean, kids are naturally very inquisitive. They just have this ability to pick out symmetry and patterns from the environ ...