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Endorphins: The Secret Within | Aisha Al Nadhiri | TEDxShabab St
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-05 17:15
السلام عليكم ورحمه الله وبركاته. هل مرت عليكم لحظه حسيتوا فيها انكم سمعتوا خبر غير حياتكم لحظه الزمن فيها توقف دقات قلبكم توقفت وحسيتوا كل شيء تجمد حواليكم بقى نب قلبكم وبس سؤال ثاني سمعتوا عن الدوبامين هرمون التحفيز والانجاز والسعاده كما يشعنا الهرموني لما ناكل دارك شوكلت نقول واو هذا دوبامين انا ما اكلمكم عن الدوبامين انا اكلمكم عن هرمون اخر عن سر اخر اكثر عمقا اكثر هدوءا وبيلامس قلوبكم بشكل مختلف انا اليوم بقول لكم قصتي مع هذا الهرمون في 2003 رزقنا الله سبحانه وتعالى ببنتي الاولى وفي اكتوبر تحديدا فرحتي ...
Laughter: A Hidden Strength | Aleeza Shariff | TEDxSunshineWorldwideSchool
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-17 16:45
The Power of Laughter - Laughter is powerful and universal, requiring no subtitles [1][2] - Laughter can break the ice instantly, similar to the power of a smile for first impressions [2] - Humor can shift energy, foster creativity, and transform frustration into teamwork [2] Benefits of Humor - A good laugh relaxes muscles for 45 minutes [2] - Laughter releases endorphins, improving blood flow, protecting the heart, and burning calories; laughing for 10 to 15 minutes can burn up to 40 calories [2] Humor in Communication and Relationships - Humor strengthens bonds and friendships [2] - Humor is a cheat code for communication, making people comfortable [2] - Humor helps in tough times, acting as a stress buster and providing instant relief [2]
Healing Through Laughter | Tomas Kaminski | TEDxLilla Torg
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-30 14:49
[Music] When I was 7 years old, I was riding my bike in the winter wonderland of Sweden. I found a small hill and I thought to myself, hm, I'm going to ride downhill from there. So, obviously at the top, everything felt safe.But at the bottom, at high speed, obviously, I lost control and crashed out. I tumbled and I scraped my knee. So, I was sitting in the snow holding my knee and crying out loud.In the corner of my eye, I saw my mother running down from the same slope cuz she was to help obviously her son ...
From Pain to Punchlines | Corey Martin Craig | TEDxPasadena
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-26 15:45
Core Message - Comedy is presented as a tool for reclaiming power over pain and tragedy, transforming negative experiences into sources of humor and empowerment [6][7] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and authenticity in comedy, suggesting that embracing one's flaws and insecurities makes one more relatable [13] - Comedy is portrayed as a means of healing and self-discovery, enabling individuals to confront their challenges and express themselves [11][12] Personal Journey & Transformation - The speaker shares their personal experiences with mental health challenges, including being prescribed medication at a young age and spending time in a youth psych ward [2][3] - The speaker details how comedy helped them cope with a difficult childhood, including the loss of their father and struggles with self-esteem [6][9] - The speaker highlights the transformative power of a theater class in 8th grade, where they learned to use comedy as an outlet for their pain [10] Cool Beans Comedy & its Impact - Cool Beans Comedy is introduced as a comedic school and brand founded in 2009 with the mission of spreading joy and laughter through stand-up comedy [12] - Cool Beans Comedy's work with diverse individuals, including a comedian with Down syndrome and a neurodiverse child, is showcased as evidence of comedy's healing potential [17][18] - Cool Beans Comedy teaches stand-up comedy classes at the Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, California, helping individuals overcome their fear of public speaking [15] Call to Action - The audience is challenged to embrace their own pain, quirks, and chaos, and to use humor to share their stories with the world [22] - The speaker encourages the audience to stop taking themselves too seriously and to find humor in life's struggles [20] - The speaker advocates for the use of comedy as a tool for self-confidence, empowerment, and connection with others [16][23]
The Underrated Power of Laughing at Yourself | Monique Bellamy | TEDxAbbotsford
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-05 15:50
Stand-up Comedy & Humor - Stand-up comedians often need to preface their jokes to ensure the audience understands their intent [2] - The formula of a joke involves a story, buildup, and a twist to elicit laughter by engaging both sides of the brain [5][6] - A stand-up comedian equates to being unemployed, often compensated with minimal amounts [7] Vulnerability & Connection - Nakedness is considered the ultimate position of vulnerability, evoking humility or self-affirmation [16] - Sharing personal stories, especially adversities, can foster connection and relatability with others [32] - Using humor to serve others can help people identify with the speaker and feel more comfortable with themselves [36] Personal Growth & Healing - Humor can be used as a coping mechanism to deflect feelings, hide insecurities, and suppress anger [25] - Humor can be channeled in the journey of healing and recovery [26] - Overcoming the fear of not being good enough is crucial for personal growth [29] - Shifting from self-deprecation to using humor from a place of self-worth is healthier [32] Benefits of Humor - Humor has physical benefits, such as releasing endorphins and oxytocin, which improve mood and promote connection [34][35] - Humor can help build resilience and face adversity with more ease [35][36]
L.O.L. Lies of Laughter | Sunny Perida II | TEDxAPU
TEDx Talks· 2025-06-24 16:49
For most of his life, Sunny thought making people laugh was his purpose. It was his role at home, with friends, even in moments of silence and sorrow. But when laughter didn’t land, when it was misunderstood, misplaced, or even unwelcome, he began to ask a deeper question: What does it really mean to make someone happy? In this witty yet unexpectedly heartfelt talk, Sunny takes us on a journey from childhood jokes to cultural misfires, from laughter as escape to laughter as connection. Through stories of ex ...