[Applause] Think of those impactful people in our lives that eventually got phased out either due to them becoming unrecognizable to us or to external circumstances. Sometimes this may be a painless transition and sometimes it may cause people to break down into the most vulnerable form. I'm here today as I believe that this generation is going to have more connections and yet have less meaningful ones that they are able to generate.This is because not of how we are born, but because of how we've been shape ...

[Music] Molly needs to speak up more in class. Molly should raise her hand more. Too shy.Teacher after teacher repeated. And time after time, my mom looked over at me with the Molly, why can't you just get over it. Look, I was sick of it all through elementary school.From not knowing a word of English to being completely fluent, from having no friends to knowing almost everybody. I just couldn't shake shyness off my back. Young didn't consider it exactly an issue.Only during the parent teacher conference mo ...

And I'm grateful that I want this wonderful audience. Thank you. How does the most confident version of yourself look like.Think about it for a second. Imagine not as an adult mature individual but as a kid. Today we live in a world which on surface level feels very modernized right very advanced very different than how it used to be even 10 years ago or 15 years ago.And in this modernized advanced world two kind of individuals exist amongst all the people even who are sitting over here. The first kind of i ...

Self-Growth and Empowerment - The presentation explores facing and overcoming fears to promote self-growth [1] - The speaker's personal journey, including childhood traumas and a breakup, inspired a deep dive into self-confidence and anxiety [4] - The speaker created challenges involving extreme sports and martial arts to conquer fears and increase self-confidence [7][8][9] - The speaker emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and spiritual practices in managing anxiety [11] - The presentation aims to inspire women to choose physical challenges to increase self-confidence and fulfill their potential [15] Research and Statistics - The CDC indicates an increase in depression and anxiety among women, people with lower income, and young adults since 2019 [4] Overcoming Challenges - The speaker shares an experience on a ropes challenge course, highlighting the impact of overcoming fear and self-doubt [12][13] - The presentation encourages finding activities that induce fear and connecting physical challenges with mental blocks to achieve greater goals [16] Personal Experiences - The speaker has traveled to 76 countries, 73 of them alone, demonstrating spontaneity and a willingness to challenge personal limits [3] - The speaker noticed a pattern of imbalance due to over-involvement in projects or relationships, prompting a need to address unconscious patterns and insecurities [6]

[Applause] That little girl wouldn't believe a simple word like my two dogs and my teddy bear would reach 2 million views. That little girl wouldn't believe that she would inspire 20 little girls in a small village in India. That little girl wouldn't believe that she was one out of eight women who got selected for the Morin Stanley women in STEM program stepping step up. That little girl wouldn't believe that she is standing here today giving a TED talk.Hi everyone, I'm Abita Chadri and I'm that girl from n ...

Origin & Inspiration - The speaker's journey began in a village known for agriculture and fighting spirit, but not for civil service aspirations [1][2] - Inspiration to pursue civil service came from an NGO session in Madurai [3] - Overcame challenges including Tamil medium education, financial constraints (rent of 200 rupees in Chennai), and initial struggles with English [4][6] Overcoming Obstacles & Achieving Success - Despite initial academic struggles, achieved university top rank and gold medalist status [7] - Faced multiple failures in civil service attempts but persevered [9] - Cleared multiple exams in a single year, securing seven government jobs [10] - Joined the Indian Statistical Service (ISS) in 1998 [10] Transition to Coaching & Impact - After 20 years in government service, transitioned to civil service coaching [11] - Coaching institute started with the motto "by IAS for IAS" and the slogan "we teach you reach" [12] - Produced around 10 achievers in the civil service exam in the first year [12] - Overcame setbacks, including a civil servant taking students and materials to start their own institute [13][14] Key Achievements & Philosophy - Coached India's first 100% visually challenged Indian Foreign Service officer, Beno Zephine [15][16] - Engaged a former UPSC chairman for personality test guidance, attracting students from across India to Chennai [18] - Produced All India Rank 1 in the UPSC civil service examination twice [19] - Started civil service coaching institutes in rural areas [20] - Helped more than 1000 candidates achieve their dream of becoming a civil servant [21] - Emphasizes the importance of thinking big, self-confidence, and a "don't give up" attitude [26][27]

Social Media & Mental Health - Social media's prominence contributes to individuals feeling uncomfortable in their own skin, leading to comparisons and a sense of inadequacy [2] - Suicide rates among teenagers in countries like Taiwan, Singapore, and the US have doubled or tripled, becoming a leading cause of death, coupled with doubled depression rates over the last decade [3] - Overstimulation of the brain and excessive information intake lead individuals to compare themselves to unrealistic standards, fostering self-doubt [10] - Approximately half of people globally identify more with self-doubt than self-love, with the percentage closer to 60% for teenagers [11] Relationships & Connections - Social media has inadvertently caused shallower relationships due to a lack of time and dedication for self-reflection, replaced by comparisons to unrealistic standards [4] - A lack of character building and social skills, such as reading people, due to excessive screen time reduces the number of real friends individuals are able to have [7] - The absence of deep connections and real friends can lead to feelings of loneliness, emotional distress, and depression [8] Solutions & Recommendations - Taking initiative to foster meaningful connections can lead to a sense of accomplishment and the relearning of skills necessary for a satisfactory life [8] - Engaging in activities like volunteer work allows individuals to interact with the community, share experiences, and become more compassionate [12] - Self-imposed isolation can be beneficial for self-reflection and personal growth, allowing individuals to propel themselves to new heights [13] - Being comfortable in one's own skin and not being afraid of being alone enhances the value of social interactions and builds self-confidence [14]

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[Music] Hi, good afternoon uh everybody. Uh my name is Rohit Chandra. Uh I am uh living in Delhi and u I've been uh born in Lacnau and brought up in a small city called Aligar.Many of you may not be familiar with Aligar. It's a small city in in Uttar Pradesh. I did my engineering in telecommunication and uh after that I pursued a career in telecommunications for 25 years uh working both on the technology side uh for companies like Ericson etc and then on the mobile services side for mobile operators after w ...

Hello. Imagine a person walks up to you then asks you a question. How do you feel.Sometimes deep down that's hard to describe. Or is it. What if I told you that this had something to do with your self-confidence. Well, what if I told you that you could regain that self-confidence.Today, I will talk about the importance of self-confidence and how you can be confident in yourself. Now, how many people in this audience can raise their hand for me. Well, you've just taken the first step in being confident in yo ...