Good afternoon everyone. I am Joanna from ISP year 7. Today I want to share a story about how a simple hook changed my understanding of readiness for the future.I want to take you on my journey that began with this simple realization and blossomed into a project. I hope this will inspire you to think about why and how small actions can make a more compassionate world. The story begins with my little sister who just celebrated her first birthday.She's the most adorable bundle of joy you could ever imagine. N ...

[Music] This is my daughter Penny. And Penny loved this song, Walking on Sunshine by Katrina and the Waves. Walking on Sunshine was Penny's mantra as well.Penny lived a big, bright, and beautiful life. She approached every day with laughter, dressing up, taking care of her hair and her skin. She loved to play tennis and do gymnastics.She played pranks constantly on her poor brothers, Henry and Frankie. She went to school dances and wore high heels. She adored her big circle of girlfriends. and they adored h ...

[Applause] You're taking a stroll along the beach and it's a sunny day. It's a beautiful day and you come across a sea of starfishes. Unfortunately, these starfishes are rather stranded on the beach that day. And you recall a lesson from your biology class which taught you that if these starfishes are left stranded on the beach on that sunny day, they will eventually die in no time.So the question is that I have for all of you here today. What will you do with those starfishes. Perhaps my dear friends, I'd ...

When was the last time you were kind to somebody who didn't really deserve it. We often think kindness is for those who are easy to be around with. But true kindness requires something more.Today, I'd like to share with you how kindness is a force that not only transforms others, but yourself and the world around you. But first, what is kindness really. The Oxford dictionary says kindness is the quality of being generous, kind, and considered.But I think they're wrong because it's so much more than that. Ki ...

Community & Social Action - The speaker emphasizes the importance of community action and shared responsibility, highlighting how communities can support individuals and address local issues [1][2][5][7] - Encourages individuals to be "nosy," "nice," and "patient" as a way to engage with and contribute to their communities [5][7] - Community is defined as an action, urging people to recognize and utilize the social assets they already possess [1] - The speaker shares a personal anecdote about providing food and support to a community evacuated due to carbon monoxide poisoning, illustrating community action in response to a crisis [2][3][4][5] Durham's Context - Durham is recognized as a well-run city and a desirable place for millennials, but it still faces challenges such as homelessness, high housing costs, and violence [5] - The average home cost in Durham is $425,000, and the city's population is 317,000 [5] - Homelessness in Durham has increased by 30% [5] Personal Story & Inspiration - The speaker shares his wife's story of resilience, highlighting the importance of food and community support in overcoming adversity [1] - The speaker recounts his experience growing up in a supportive community, which inspired him to become a music teacher and later a restaurant owner to give back to the community [1][2] - A story about a grocery store encounter where a community member offered support and appreciation, reinforcing the value of community engagement [5][6]

Core Message - The speech emphasizes the importance of healing, reconciliation, and connection to oneself, others, and the planet [5][6][18] - It highlights the need to slow down and reconnect with consciousness beyond the thinking mind and ego [6] - The speaker advocates for kindness to self, others, and the planet [18] Societal Concerns - The speech addresses the negative impacts of modern life, including caffeine, sugar, problem-solving, social media, and AI-driven marketing algorithms, leading to a perpetual state of stimulation and want [7] - It points out that this constant desire contributes to stress, anxiety, and depression, especially among the youth [8][9] - The speaker warns about the dangers of excessive consumerism and the pursuit of material possessions [3][8] Solutions and Practices - The speaker suggests simple mindfulness techniques, such as focusing on body, breath, mind, and spirit, to recharge and find balance [11][12][13][14] - It encourages individuals to become aware of their thoughts and choose positive actions and mindsets, such as growth over fixed mindsets, and kindness over fear [16][17] - The speech promotes the idea of surrendering to nothingness to realize connection to everything [14] Cultural and Environmental Awareness - The speaker acknowledges the spiritual connection of First Nations Australians to the land and its importance for overall well-being [5] - It emphasizes the need to treat the land with respect and learn from indigenous cultures [2][19] - The speech underscores the responsibility to pass on the planet in good condition to future generations [19]

Tragedy & Loss - The report discusses the tragic loss of life and property due to floods at a Kerrville RV park and campground [1][2][3][4] - A man named Robert Break is interviewed about his parents who have been missing since the floods [1] - The floods occurred early Friday morning, and within seven minutes, 50 cabins were wiped away [2][4] Community Support & Resources - The community has shown an outpouring of support, with resources dedicated to the area [6][7] - Multiple organizations are involved in the search and rescue efforts, including Texas DPS, Texas Game Wardens, Coast Guard, and National Guard [8] - Dyess Air Force Base (Seventh Wing) has been instrumental in providing support [9] Family & Values - Robert's parents instilled values of faith, service, and positivity in their children [15] - The family has a strong military background, with Robert and his siblings all having served [14] - Robert's children have been instrumental in helping him cope with the tragedy, managing media and social media [16] Message of Hope & Kindness - Despite the tragedy, Robert expresses gratitude for the kindness and support he has received from people around the world [10][11] - He hopes that the tragedy will inspire people to be kinder to each other and set aside their differences [12][18][19][20] - Robert emphasizes the importance of simple acts of kindness and treating each other better [19][20]

For far too long, I believed that to be a success, you had to be ruthless. You had to be willing to be ruthless. I remember my first manager saying to me, "We will we will get these numbers. We just have to be willing to do whatever it takes. And that pretty much sums up the business culture of the 1980s. Famous movies of that era gave us iconic lines like greed is good, remember? And always be closing. The message was clear. the uh ends are green and they always justify the means. As a young business perso ...

[Music] [Applause] How many of you have pets. Let me see your hands. Oh, less than I expected.Well, have you ever noticed that some people just abandon their pets on the side of the street. I have seen this occurrence many times and I thought I should do something about it. So, when I surrounded a corner and saw a parrot shing in the night, I decided to adopt her.The next day when I was changing her seats, she bit me real hard on the finger and I was just trying to show kindness and then this power came and ...

Core Message - The speech emphasizes the significant impact of individual actions, symbolized by "one," highlighting its potential for both positive change and harm [1][2][11][12][13] - It advocates for taking responsibility and acting with intention, recognizing that even small acts of kindness can create meaningful change [2][10][12] Project "One Share, One Care" - The initiative started with a meeting of four individuals on August 1, 2021, aiming to connect people in need with those willing to help [2] - The platform operates without funding or a physical office, relying on shared commitment and resources like Google Drive [3] - Over three years, the project evolved into a movement, forming a family of volunteers and collaborators to achieve the goal of helping people in need [4] - Implemented six projects impacting almost 200 lives [7] Project Examples - "Ayuda para Estudiante" provided educational supplies to underprivileged students in Albay [4] - "Gifts for the Gifted" collaborated with Bicol University to bring joy and gifts to 60 children with special needs and disabilities in Tabaco City, Albay [4] - A nationwide donation drive aided 30 families affected by Typhoon Odette in 2021-2022 from Abeilan, Bohol [5] - Partnered with SMCity Daet to conduct a Christmas celebration for children in conflict with the law [5] Expansion to Animal Welfare - Recognizing that kindness knows no boundaries, the project expanded its mission to include helping animals in need [8] - "Pag-ibig" project partnered with Project 100 Manila and Kislap ng Reyna, where a portion of necklace sales goes to feeding stray animals in Manila [8] - Showcased cases of animals in need, such as a dog with an infected wound that was treated and healed through the care of individuals [9] Challenges and Perseverance - The project faced challenges such as inconsistent donations, volunteer fatigue, and criticism [9] - The team persevered by focusing on changing one person's world at a time [10]