[Applause] Have you ever been in a group where everyone wanted to succeed, but no one wants to speak first. That awkward silence, that hesitation to step up can paralyze even the most capable teams. I've seen it happen in the classroom.I felt it on court. And both times, I learned the same powerful lesson. Responsibility isn't just about doing your part.It's about saying it out loud. A few months ago, I was thrown into a group project where we had to create a trailer for the play Romeo and Juliet right befo ...

I hate waking up in the morning. Imagine it's earlier. Your alarm rings.You wake up just enough to hit a snooze button and say, "Mom, five more minutes." I think many of you may know this feeling. Something is telling you you need to do something. But unless you want to do it, you stay put.hide under the sheets and close your eyes for just five more minutes. Sounds lovely until you realize you're missing the bus to work, to school, to life happening outside your bedroom. I have experience with it.It's happe ...

Personal Development & Investment - Investing in oneself before the age of 25 yields significant returns later in life, as the brain's prefrontal cortex is mostly developed by then [1] - The behaviors and qualities cultivated in the first part of life greatly influence the second part [1] - Most people (approximately 89%) regret aspects of their lives, highlighting the importance of early self-investment [1] Key Principles for Young Adults - Embrace accountability in all tasks, regardless of size, to develop responsibility [1] - Prioritize observation and learning over offering advice, especially when lacking experience [1] - Carefully curate the content consumed, filtering out negative influences from social media [1] - Ensure actions provide value to others, fostering positive relationships and community impact [1] - Take advantage of the opportunity for diverse experiences and internships to discover strengths and weaknesses [1] Time Management & Perspective - Time is a valuable asset, and wasting it leads to regret, while using it wisely brings satisfaction [1] - The speaker encourages the audience to not let anyone diminish the value of their time, especially at a young age [1]

Once I was on stage, the first scene ended. The lights came down so the crew could prepare for the next scene and I had to find my way in the darkness to the raised platform. It was completely dark and then I had to try to find to try to use my hand and then ouch my leg just slammed in the sharp corner of a raised platform.It was really painful. It was intense. I could feel my skin tear, but I still bit my lip, holding the pain, tried to be quiet, and sit still, waiting for the next scene to start.And then ...

Career Development & Mindset - At 21, the speaker prioritized happiness over career or money, focusing on activities that brought joy such as talking and being in front of the camera [1] - The speaker initially chased fame, but controversies led to the realization that fame should not be the primary goal [2][3][4] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of having a bigger intention beyond fame and money, focusing on contributing to the community and creating impact [5] - The speaker acknowledges the evolving nature of perspectives with age and experience, recognizing that current views may be seen as "stupid" in the future [5] - The speaker highlights the constant presence of "madness" as a driving force, encouraging individuals to add their own flavor to their work [5][6] Challenges & Turning Points - The speaker experienced a period of zero income for one and a half years, relying on savings to support their initial ventures [1] - The speaker faced controversies and backlash, leading to a reevaluation of their priorities and a shift away from solely chasing fame [3][4] - The speaker realized the limitations on freedom of speech and the need to be responsible due to having an audience [3][5]

[Music] Hi everyone, my name is Eva and I'm 14 years old. I'm a member of a pretty big family. I would say crazy, too.And my excuse is that we're five people. I always wanted a pet. I bet you understand the reason we don't have one.Every single time I mention something about having a pet, my mom always says, "We're already too many animals living in the same house. We don't need any amore." I'm sure that most of the parents here have had their children wishing for a pet, right. That's the reason I came here ...

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]

Freedom. I think you've heard of this term over and over again in this one or two years of your UWC life or your IV life. What is freedom.Well, how did those people get freedom. How does the concept of freedom is explored in this context. Yeah, you might be tired of it.I understand that. But let me ask this question once again. What is freedom to you.Do you actually feel free right now. Me, when I was a kid, I thought that a freedom is that I could do anything. And I thought I could be free when I became an ...