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When Passion Becomes Purpose | Ozair Khan | TEDxIMSciences
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-15 16:50
[संगीत] एडवर्ड्स कॉलेज छोटा सा मैं छोटा सा कैमरा पिक्चर बनाने का शौक और वहां से एक जर्नी स्टार्ट हुई मेरी क्रिएटिव जर्नी आज फिर से पेशावर आया हूं तो आई कांट फील इनफ ग्रेटफुल फॉर दिस थैंक यू सो मच फॉर गिविंग अ चांस एंड सम फमिलियर फेसेस टू सी यू गाइज अच्छा आई टॉक अबाउट अ फ्यू थिंग्स यू नो कुछ बोरिंग भी है थोड़ी सी लेकिन इफ यू स्टे बट वी विल टेक समथिंग फ्रॉम दिस ठीक है आई ट्राई टू डीक्लिटर योर माइंड अबाउट पैशन सारे लोग कहते हैं ना फॉर योर पैशन जिंदगी ना मिलेगी दोबारा वो सारी बातें कैसे पैशन कैसे आएगा जिंदगी मे ...
Move with purpose | Romanah Buchanan | TEDxAstonUniversity
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-12 16:15
How often do we confuse being busy with moving forward. Think back to the last decision that you made. Was it out of pressure or was it out of purpose.I know we're all busy. I'm busy. I'm a mom of two. I'm a wife. I'm a creative entrepreneur.I'm 29 and I've got a busy social life. So, juggling a lot of things is sometimes a challenge. I bet you can relate.But I want to tell you about a time where time stood still for me and it forced me to reflect on what my purpose actually was. I gave birth to my second c ...
The Silent Epidemic: Rethinking Mental Health in Our Time | Vito Reich | TEDxYouth@FIS
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-07 16:20
[Applause] What does it mean to believe. To me, believing was all about religion, believing in gods, in rituals, and in sacred traditions. But as I explored this concept further, I came to realize that believing is so much more than that.Believing is what pushes an athlete to finish a race when their body has reached its limit. Believing is what drives explorers to set sail into unknown waters when everyone else says that there's nothing there to be found. Believing is what inspires inventors to bring their ...
Original by Design | Daniel Itegboje | TEDxUniversityOfBenin
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-20 15:32
Core Philosophy - The core philosophy revolves around "standing in" to stand out, emphasizing the importance of embracing one's unique qualities and passions [8][23] - The concept of "ikigai" is introduced, highlighting the importance of finding a reason to live by aligning what you love, what you are good at, what the world needs, and what can generate income [2][3][4] - The industry emphasizes expressing oneself rather than merely creating content that follows trends, encouraging individuals to bring their unique perspective to their work [14][15][17] Personal Development & Career - The industry encourages individuals to tap into their unique potential and build a career based on their inner selves, rather than conforming to societal expectations [8][11][12] - Activity and continuous effort are crucial for progress, as inactivity leads to stagnation; consistent small steps are more effective than waiting for the perfect moment [17][18] - The speaker shares personal anecdotes to illustrate the importance of pursuing multiple passions and remaining active in various fields, even when facing challenges [9][10][11][21] Creativity & Innovation - The industry highlights that everyone is an artist in their own field, emphasizing the importance of self-expression and bringing unique perspectives to any endeavor [13][14][16] - The speaker uses the example of filmmakers interpreting the same script differently to illustrate the value of individual uniqueness in creative work [16] - Despite facing numerous rejections, the speaker emphasizes the importance of remaining active and persistent in pursuing one's goals [22]
What is ikigai? | Brandon Wong | TEDxTSIS
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-15 15:14
Have you ever wondered about what questions children ask the most. For many parents out there, especially mine, you may think that the most asked question is, "Dad, are we there yet?" Turns out that's actually not the case. In fact, the most asked question by children is actually a very short yet powerful one.And I'm not talking about me. I'm talking about why children ask why because it's a fundamental part of their cognitive development and growing curiosity of the growth. As we grow older, we tend to ask ...
Behind the Wheel, Beyond the Noise | Seema Sinha | TEDxKunskapsskolan Gurgaon Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-02 16:44
Personal Transformation & Empowerment - The speech emphasizes a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, moving from a state of being "dismissed" to achieving "fierce independence" [4][18] - It highlights the importance of inner transformation and finding one's "ikigai" (reason for being) through quiet rebellion and listening to inner whispers [3][20] - The speaker's personal narrative showcases resilience, overcoming mediocrity, and embracing motherhood as a transformative experience [5][6] Women's Empowerment & Mobility - The speech addresses the underrepresentation of women drivers in India, with only 2% of women driving, reflecting limitations in freedom, safety, employment, and autonomy [12] - It points out that lack of mobility is a key barrier to employment in developing countries, according to a 2021 survey by the International Transport Forum [12] - The speaker's work as a driving coach focuses on empowering women by addressing their fears and anxieties related to driving, offering a supportive and empathetic learning environment [14][15] Life Lessons & Metaphors - Driving is presented as a metaphor for life, with lessons on handling mistakes, changing lanes, and restarting after setbacks [17] - The speech encourages taking the first step ("Niklo") and not overthinking, emphasizing action and self-belief [21] - It promotes the idea of going alone if necessary ("Ekla Cholo Re"), even if progress is slow, and finding one's purpose through action [19][20]
From Protocols to Ploughshares - My Ikigai Journey | M Sesha Sai | TEDxPanimalarEngineeringCollege
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-25 15:19
Agriculture & Innovation - Innovation, especially frugal innovation, is crucial for the agriculture sector in India, focusing on practical solutions rather than complex technologies [2] - Young people can contribute significantly to agricultural innovation, exemplified by the idea of cross-breeding coconut trees for higher productivity and easier harvesting [2] - A partnership between well-read doctors and differently-read farmers is essential for the country's progress [3] - Organic farming is a sustainable approach, emphasizing the cyclical nature of resources and minimizing external inputs [4][5][6] Indian Context & Diplomacy - India faced food security challenges post-independence due to the partition and subsequent disruptions in wheat and rice supplies [1] - India achieved food security in 1991, marking a significant milestone in self-reliance [1] - India provided free COVID-19 vaccines to its citizens and neighboring countries like Bangladesh and Sri Lanka [1] - The speaker's role as a diplomat involved assisting citizens of the Republic of Seals with medical needs in Chennai and facilitating their repatriation during the COVID-19 pandemic [1] Cultural Values & Empathy - India has a rich cultural heritage with unique gestures and greetings that reflect its ancient civilization [1] - Empathy and resilience are essential qualities, and understanding agriculture can foster these traits [4] - The importance of recognizing and appreciating the contributions of often-overlooked individuals, such as those who clean bathrooms [4] - The best food is prepared with love and affection, highlighting the importance of the farmer's role in providing quality ingredients [3]
TEDxUSFQ - Emilia Rivadeneira | Emilia Rivadeneira | TEDxUSFQ
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-24 15:32
[Aplausos] Según un estudio de la Universidad de Scrampton de Pennsylvania y otras cuantas revistas de ejecutivas a nivel del mundo, únicamente el 8% de las personas eh cumple sus objetivos o su propósito. Ocho de 100 personas en el mundo. Y este es el tema del cual yo les quiero hablar el día de hoy. A ver si me funciona. Propósito, me van siguiendo por ahí. Cuando era pequeña, mi mamá, mi papá me cuentan que siempre decía alrededor de los 5 años más o menos, que yo quería estar en un escenario o en escena ...