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When Passion meets Purpose | Deva Ragaranjan | TEDxBocconiUMumbai
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-03 17:27
Core Message - The presentation emphasizes the importance of purpose, passion, and positive psychology in navigating a volatile, uncertain, chaotic, and ambiguous (VUCA) world [1][5][27] - It highlights the significance of aligning passion with a sense of purpose to achieve harmonious passion and avoid burnout [21][22] - The speaker advocates for a positive attitude, hope, self-efficacy, and resilience as crucial elements for personal and professional success [24][25] Career and Work-Life Balance - The presentation suggests that individuals spend a significant amount of time at work, potentially around 90,000 hours over a 40-45 year career, and encourages finding meaning in that time [5][6] - It explores the concept of quiet quitting and the lack of engagement in the workforce, citing a Gallup study indicating that 23% of people are not engaged in their jobs [15] - In India, the engagement rate is slightly better, with 30% of people engaged in their jobs [16] Personal Development and Motivation - The speaker shares personal anecdotes about discovering and evolving their passion, emphasizing that passion is not constant and can develop over time [19][21] - The presentation underscores the importance of self-awareness and understanding one's values and vision to guide their actions and decisions [21] - It encourages individuals to prioritize their own happiness and well-being, suggesting that selfishness can be a virtue in the context of personal fulfillment [17][18]
The Flying Elephant | Dr. Marwa El-Kassaby | TEDxCairoUniversity
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-25 15:23
[موسيقى] ايه اول حاجه بتيجي في بالنا لما بنسمع سيره الفيل ان هو كبير وخطير وان اغلب المخرجين حاصرينه في ادوار الشر ولا ان هو طيب وكيوت وجميل وبتحبوه زي ما انا بحبه بالظبط انا بحب الفيل جدا لكذا سبب كتير بس انا عايزه اشار معاكم كم سبب منهم الفيل من اكتر الحيوانات اللي حنينه وعندها امبيثي وكاينس كتير جدا وده بيبان في تعامله مع اولاده ان هو يقدر يطبطب عليهم بالزلوم الفيل كمان عنده مشاعر الحزن وبيقدر يحزن قوي لو حد من القطيع بتاعه حصل له حاجه معلومه ما كنتش اعرفها غير قريب مجموعه معلومه لطيفه جدا ان الفيل ما بي ...
Applying Positive Psychology to Live a Better Life | Vinesh Sukumaran | TEDxMSRIT
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-22 15:41
Core Concept of Positive Psychology - Positive psychology shifts focus from alleviating suffering ("zero to plus one") to enhancing well-being and flourishing ("five to 10"), aiming to move individuals beyond mere relief to a state of passion and engagement [3][4][5] - The PERMA model (Positive emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Accomplishment) is a scientifically supported framework for understanding and improving well-being [5][6] Practical Applications and Techniques - To address worry, the industry suggests actionable strategies like talking to a trusted person, writing down concerns, walking in silence, or simply looking out of a window [18][19][20][21][22] - When helping others, ensure advice is actionable and specific, rather than abstract or hopeful statements; simplify guidance for better understanding and implementation [27][28][29][30] - To enhance happiness, the industry recommends helping others, engaging in "strength dates" (activities that utilize individual strengths), and prioritizing meaningful relationships [33][34][37][40] - Simple actions like smiling and looking up can positively influence mood and perception, leveraging the body's inherent "up-down orientation" [41][42][43] Resources and Further Exploration - The International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA) and UPenn's Authentic Happiness website offer free resources for exploring positive psychology [24][25] - UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center provides access to the scientific research underpinning positive psychology [26]