I wanted to start this TEDex speech with something a little bit unconventional because it is the last speech of the day. So instead of giving what my TEDex speech is going to be about, I want to give more of a reason as to why I'm giving this TEDex speech in the first place. And it all kind of started with a good old-fashioned bowl of Maggie noodles.Now, I know that might sound a little bit unconventional and weird, like I said, but I started my debating journey a few years back, four or five years ago, whe ...

Hello, my name is Mera and I am a recovering stingy person. When I used to believe that to give is to lose, losing my time, my energy, and sometimes a piece of myself. And each time I gave something, I really wondered if there'd be anything left for me.And some of you may have felt that too at work, at home, amidst your relationships. And that kept me circling back to this question. Isn't giving so much going to drain us.I mean, isn't that what happens to doctors, teachers, parents, leaders. We call it burn ...

[Music] Hello everyone. I'm Ja Jin, an author, YouTuber, student, and co-founder of 1 XL, all at an age of 10. And I'm so excited to be here today in front of all of you to share my story.But before I begin, I want to share something that will help reflect on what we have been doing. Through giving, we help and grow. In sharing, we let kindness flow.Before I start, I want to ask you all, have you ever set a goal so big that it made you wonder, can I actually do this. Well, my mom, my brother, and I did exac ...

Philanthropy & Social Impact - The statement emphasizes the importance of giving as a driving force for global progress [1] - The statement suggests that philanthropy and charitable actions are essential for societal advancement [1]

Core Message - The speech emphasizes that true happiness lies in purpose and contribution to others, rather than solely in personal achievements or material wealth [8][10] - It advocates for a shift in focus from "making a living" to "making a life," highlighting the importance of compassion and empathy in education and daily life [22] - The speaker shares personal anecdotes and observations to illustrate the disconnect between traditional success metrics and genuine fulfillment [1][2][3] Education System Reform - The speech suggests reforming education by asking different questions, such as "What good did you do yesterday?" instead of "Did you do your homework?" and "What kind of problems can you solve today?" instead of "What do you want to become?" [12] - It highlights examples of schools in Japan, Denmark, and New Zealand that incorporate compassion, community service, and problem-solving into their curricula [13][14] - The speaker advocates for education systems to cultivate active change-makers, contributors, and creators rather than passive receivers or mere competitors [12] Practical Application - The speech encourages incorporating acts of giving and compassion into daily routines, suggesting that even small gestures can create happiness and foster a sense of purpose [15][16] - It promotes the idea that giving is not selfless but a "selfish" act because it benefits the giver by providing fulfillment and a sense of purpose [19][20] - The speaker suggests a simple exercise of sending a thank-you message to someone as a starting point for incorporating giving into one's life [20][21]