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'The Golfer' | Molly Campbell | TEDxRossall School
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-15 16:31
Good afternoon. My name is Molly and I play golf at an elite level. I've been playing since I was four and I currently have a handicap of plus 2.2%.In 2023, I won the Scottish Girls Under 16 Open Championship and I've played in plenty of places around the world. I plan to go study in America for university and come away with a business bachelor's degree. I got into golf with my dad and currently practice around six times a week for multiples a day and attend around three gym sessions a week.I hope to go pro ...
The Pressure Paradox | Mehak Kasbekar | TEDxMount Olympus School
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-12 17:58
Hi, good afternoon everyone. How are you all doing. Good.Uh thank you for giving me this opportunity and uh it's been fantastic to follow such great speakers. So I'll try and do justice to the time that you've given me. So hi everyone, I'm Mekas Baker.Uh I uh head Brute India uh in India which is one of the most watched digital publishers in the country. which means Brute has probably popped up on your Instagram or YouTube feeds whether you followed us or not. So, sorry about that.But I'll make up with tell ...
The art of staying calm under pressure | Aidan Edrei | TEDxBSB Shunyi Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-12-09 15:49
Core Argument - The central theme revolves around managing pressure and stress, emphasizing that challenges are opportunities for growth and improvement [25][26][27][28] - The document advocates for a shift in perspective, viewing pressure not as a destructive force but as a catalyst for building resilience and strength [28] Practical Methods for Staying Calm - Diaphragmatic breathing is presented as a method to lower cortisol levels, improve focus, and reduce panic, supported by a study indicating its effectiveness over eight weeks [19][20] - Visualization, involving guided imagery exercises to imagine positive outcomes, is highlighted as a technique to lower stress levels and enhance focus, backed by neuroscience research [21][22] Supporting Evidence - A 2010 study at Leiden University demonstrated that participants with higher cortisol levels made riskier decisions without considering potential consequences [9] - A 2025 study at the University of Leipzig indicated that athletes trained to stay calm under pressure exhibit better decision-making and overall performance [10] Personal Anecdote - The author shares a personal experience of overcoming anxiety in a jiu-jitsu competition at age 13 or 14, illustrating the importance of staying calm under pressure to achieve success [11][12][13][14][15][16][17][18] Jiu-Jitsu as a Metaphor - Brazilian jiu-jitsu is used as a metaphor for life's challenges, where staying calm under pressure, such as being in the "mount" position, is crucial for finding solutions and turning the situation around [3][4][5][6][26]
X @The Economist
The Economist· 2025-11-28 16:00
It is hard to judge how real the peace process with Russia is. Certainly, the latest rounds of American bargaining and pressure on Ukraine were the most substantial yet. But they have also been incoherent https://t.co/Zi0TABfWUAIllustration: Anthony Gerace https://t.co/dvWuZSYWhW ...
X @Andrew Tate
Andrew Tate· 2025-11-21 14:30
RT THE WAR ROOM (@ReachTWR)Every diamond starts as coal.What makes the diamond unique, is the amount of pressure it suffered.The raw weight on its shoulders.The power.And it didn't break. ...
Why pressure is a privilege | Mark Rynell Mirabueno | TEDxRizalStreetYouth
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-17 16:42
Holistic Development & Well-being - Holistic development, encompassing mind, body, heart, and soul, is presented as a foundation for personal and collective growth [9][15] - Prioritizing well-being alongside academics is emphasized by global health and education leaders, including the WHO [14] - Social emotional learning programs improve academic performance by over 10% [14] Leadership & Impact - Leadership is redefined as empathy, purpose, and transformation, rather than ego, performance, and recognition [12] - The focus shifts from individual achievement to inspiring and lifting others, emphasizing service and community [6][15] - The importance of leaving a legacy of people who feel seen, valued, and inspired is highlighted [6] Pressure & Growth - Pressure is reframed as a privilege and potential, indicating trust and the capacity for growth [2][13][17][19] - Embracing pressure and challenges is seen as a catalyst for shaping individuals into something greater [2][3] - Growth is defined as progress, not perfection, encouraging individuals to embrace versatility and continuous improvement [7][14] Versatility & Potential - Being a "jack of all trades" is redefined as a strength, representing limitlessness and versatility [4][5] - Individuals are encouraged to become everything they are capable of becoming, rather than striving for perfection in one area [6] - The importance of embracing growth through every stage of life is emphasized [5]
X @Nick Szabo
Nick Szabo· 2025-11-15 22:38
RT Nick Szabo (@NickSzabo4)@elonmusk And if you squeeze us with the ambient pressure at the surface of Venus, we'd all fit in into the tunnels in the Tokyo subway system.I'm sure that would still be comfy. ...
When Good is Not Good Enough | Zoya Rahman | TEDxSafa Community College Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-27 15:59
Societal Pressure on Youth - The American Psychological Association indicates nearly 70% of teenagers feel pressure to succeed in school [2] - Over 60% of teenagers feel they cannot make mistakes without disappointing someone [3] - Dove reports that one in two girls feel pressure to look perfect on social media [4] - Almost 80% of participants have used a filter or editing app by the age of 13 [5] - UNICEF reports over 60% of young people between 15 and 24 feel pressure to look and act a certain way, negatively impacting their mental health [8] Impact of Pressure - Constant pressure, rooted in fear of failure, ceases to be helpful [7] - Pressure can lead to teenagers struggling with self-esteem and self-worth [7] - Internalizing stress from pressure negatively impacts self-perception and behavior [8] Healthy vs Harmful Pressure - A certain amount of expectation drives innovation, growth, and discipline [6] - The difference between healthy motivation and harmful pressure lies in balance [6]
What Rockets Taught Me About Life: Innovation Under Pressure | Mohul Podder | TEDxTheNewtownSchool
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-27 15:38
Project Overview - Thrust MIT is a student-run rocketry project and aerospace research and development project at Manipal Academy of Higher Education [2] - The organization designs, manufactures, and tests sounding rockets, aiming for scientific experimentation and economic viability [2][11] - The team competes in international competitions like the Spaceport America Cup, facing top universities [3][4] Achievements and Failures - The team's rocket, Agni Aastra, designed to reach 30,000 ft, experienced a catastrophic failure at 17,000 ft [3] - The team won second place in the SDF challenge at the Spaceport America Cup [3] - Vayga, a rocket designed and built by the team, successfully reached 30,000 ft, ranking fourth overall out of 60 teams [35] Innovation and Resourcefulness - The team operates with limited resources, fostering innovation through constraints [5][15] - Collaboration and idea-sharing are crucial due to the cramped workspace [19][20] - The team emphasizes learning from failures and continuous improvement [21][28] Technical Expertise and Development - The team manufactures various rocket components in-house, including propellant [23][28] - The organization conducts motor tests and telemetry tests to ensure subsystem functionality [12] - Alumni of the program are working in leading aerospace companies, contributing to scientific advancements [29] Teamwork and Accountability - Trust and accountability within the team are essential for success [44] - Open-mindedness and willingness to learn from others' expertise are crucial [45] - Working under pressure and overcoming challenges are vital for achieving goals [40][42]
Finding Your Whisper in a Noisy World | Kabir Chibber | TEDxKunskapsskolan Gurgaon Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-02 16:45
Core Message - The speech emphasizes the importance of listening to one's inner voice ("whisper") amidst external pressures ("noise") [3][6][21] - It frames the "whisper" as the cornerstone of emotional resilience, enabling individuals to adapt and maintain their core identity [7] - The speaker advocates for acting on one's true self rather than conforming to external expectations [22] Practical Steps - The speech outlines a four-step process: pause to identify one's "whisper," protect it from external pressures, practice aligning actions with it, and share it to inspire others [13][14][15][16] - It suggests that aligning daily actions with one's beliefs requires consistent practice [15] Personal Anecdote - The speaker shares a personal story of feeling like an outsider after moving from India to the United States at a young age [9][10] - The speaker highlights the transformation from being shy and quiet to social and energetic through small decisions and staying true to oneself [17][18][19]