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Formula for Happiness; Joy of Gifting | Yuan Zhi Teng | TEDxGerman European School Singapore Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-02 15:24
[Applause] Right now, I'm thinking of something that happened just last week when I gave my friend a tiny gift. The moment they smiled, wow, I feel this joy inside me that I can't really describe. And it made me wonder why I feel this way so often.And that's the point. I'm generally optimistic about the future or simply put I'm happy and I hope everyone here is mentally healthy as well. So, are you happy.Either yes or no, I'd like to share something that can make everyone happier. So, here it is. The formul ...
Unlocking the Biological Purpose of Consciousness | Gerda Andringa | TEDxUniversityCollegeRoosevelt
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-19 16:00
Core Argument - The presentation explores the nature of consciousness, contrasting dualistic and monistic perspectives [1][3] - It proposes that consciousness should be viewed as a complex function of the brain, not separate from it [8][9][21] - The presentation suggests that consciousness is relatively rare, with much of our brain activity being subconscious [10][11] Functions of Consciousness - The presentation posits that consciousness is particularly important for long-term planning and problem-solving [14] - It argues that consciousness is crucial for making altruistic decisions, enabling compassion and a focus beyond self-interest [17][20] - The presentation suggests that consciousness can drive the creation of a more equitable and better world [20][21] Implications - Neuroscientific studies suggest that the sense of consciousness might be a product of the brain [1][2] - Subconscious processing aids in making fast decisions, while consciousness is time-consuming and energy-demanding [12][13] - Long-term decisions are informed by moral judgments, ethics, and personal values, highlighting the role of consciousness [16][17]
The Philosophy of Happiness | Beisan Al Sharif | TEDxKhilda
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-04 15:04
[Music] Hello. [Applause] Thank you all for taking the time and be with us. Um, and whether you were here to support a cause or learn something new or just to feed your curiosity, I really appreciate you taking the time to be here today.And before I start, I would like to ask you all a question. What do you think happiness is. How do you define it. And how do you think it can be measured.By wealth, success, relationships, maybe. Think about it. because these questions have been on the mind of human history ...
Debunking the Homo Economicus | Nuria Chinchilla | TEDxSalzburg
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-04 16:58
[Music] So, how can we move beyond a profit centered world to create a culture where business and people truly thrive. Picture yourself at the end of a long workday driven by data, figures, pressure, and goals. The city around you never stops.It's always demanding more. Everything needs to be faster and with fewer resources. But how often do you find yourself wondering is this all there is.During COVID, do you remember the isolation, the empty streets, and how this new situation forced us to ask ourselves w ...
The Art of Inconvenience | Salsabeel Hassan | TEDxAljazari International School
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-16 16:15
[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 ...