We talk a lot about breaking boundaries, but what if the hardest boundary to break is the one inside your own head? What if the biggest obstacle in your life isn't your circumstances, but the story you tell yourself? I spent years stuck, not because of society or systems, but because of being trapped in my own stories. And here's the irony. I'm a fiction author. I literally weave stories. And yet, the most powerful story I ever told wasn't printed on paper. It lived in my head, holding me hostage. We live i ...

How are you all sir. So let's start with how's the great so when I got the topic go beyond I asked myself what beyond where so fear how many of you are fearful about anything in life career relationships please please raise your hands properly now look around fear such a common thing. We have to go beyond our fear.But before we can think about we have to understand where it lives until when and how to remove it. So only three points we will discuss today. First where does fear live.There was an elephant. It ...

Hi everyone, my name is Yongen, currently year 12 student in Tina foreign language school international center. A month ago, I just received an offer email from Cambridge University. Over the past month, one question has echoed around me time and time again.How did you manage to secure that offer. At first, my mind immediately raced to the Euro suspects. Top exam scores, competition awards, and a list of accomplishments that looked good on paper.But the more I reflected, the more I realized that beneath all ...

[Music] [Applause] [Music] Hi everyone, I'm introduced so nicely. A lot of people stand after this like most of So before we start today exercise you imagine in a world where we have constant someone who follows us on everywhere and job is to what you say, what do you play, what do you do. You say this idea to my manager actually and your family says are you sure you say how I feel and your companion says right and embarrass yourself again.The thing is after a while until it becomes a part of your until it ...

[Music] It's late. Maybe it's midnight. Maybe it's 10:00 p.m. You have stacks of work piling up, whether it's homework or paperwork. Right as you're about to start, you tell yourself, "Just 5 minutes of scrolling. Then I'll get back to work. A small break will help me focus better.5 minutes turn to 10, 10 to 30, and soon it's been an hour since your small break started. You find yourself scrolling endlessly to videos that definitely aren't helping you. Stopping now it feels almost impossible.The little voic ...

And I found out I had dyslexia. I was terrified. I thought it meant I wasn't smart enough, that I would always struggle, that I would never catch up.But it was my mom who had sat me down and told me something that changed my perspective. She reminded me that Albert Einstein, one of the greatest minds in history, had dyslexia. The same man who developed theory of relativity, whose work shaped modern physics once struggled to read.And he was not alone. They told me the words would never stay still. That the l ...

Core Message - The speech emphasizes the importance of realigning one's perspective and focusing on what can be changed instead of dwelling on past mistakes [5][7][8][9] - The speaker shares a personal experience of overcoming self-doubt during a synchronized swimming competition [1][3][6] Overcoming Setbacks - The speaker initially scored a four out of 10 and placed seventh overall, leading to feelings of devastation and self-doubt [3][4] - The speaker's father's advice, "Don't sink, get synchronized," helped to shift the speaker's mindset [4][5] Achieving Success - The speaker focused on improving performance in the solo routine, resulting in a second-place finish in British Columbia for 11-12 year old soloists [6][7] - The speaker's success was attributed to focusing on the present task and what could be changed, rather than being held back by past mistakes [5][7][9] Practical Application - The speech encourages the audience to apply this principle to other areas of life, such as academic performance [8] - The speaker advises pausing, thinking about the task at hand, and focusing on what can be changed in challenging situations [8][9]

Core Message - Public speaking is a superpower that can help individuals in various aspects of life [1][2][24] - Overcoming fear is essential to unlock this superpower [5] Strategies for Managing Fear - Reduce fear by doing the thing that scares you repeatedly [10][11][22] - Reframe nerves as excitement by consciously choosing a better label for the physical sensations [14][15][16][23] - Say yes to opportunities before feeling ready and then prepare thoroughly [19][20][24] Practical Steps - Start early and seek opportunities to speak in low-stakes environments [11][20][21] - Project outwards to the audience and focus on the importance of the message [18] - Acknowledge that perfection is unattainable and embrace the learning process [23]

Core Argument - The presentation addresses the difference between individuals who navigate life with excitement and those trapped in a cycle of anxiety, attributing the difference to their inner voice or self-confidence [2][3][4][5][6] - It emphasizes the importance of building self-confidence to overcome anxieties and escape the "chakra view" of negative emotions [10] Walls of Anxiety - The presentation identifies four walls of anxiety that hinder personal growth: self-doubt, fear of opinions, comparison, and reluctance [14][15][18][19][20][22] - Self-doubt prevents individuals from expressing themselves or pursuing their ambitions [16][17] - Fear of others' opinions leads to conformity and suppression of individuality [18][19] - Comparison with others discourages individuals from sharing their thoughts and ideas [20][21] - Reluctance, resulting from the other three walls, restricts individuals from taking action and limits their potential [22][23][24] Pillars of Mindful Introspective Communication - The presentation proposes five pillars for mindful introspective communication to foster self-confidence and personal growth: context, clarity, creativity, connectivity, and consistency [25][26][27] - Establishing a positive context involves reframing negative thoughts and focusing on making an effort to improve [28][29] - Clarity requires being specific about the areas of improvement and setting actionable goals [30][31][32] - Creativity suggests using indirect methods, such as writing stories, to explore personal struggles and gain insights [33][34][35] - Connectivity emphasizes the importance of maintaining social connections and avoiding isolation [36][37][38] - Consistency is crucial for sustaining efforts and achieving long-term progress [39][40] Self-Appreciation - The presentation highlights the significance of self-appreciation in the journey of self-growth and building self-confidence [41][42] - It encourages individuals to acknowledge and appreciate their progress, even if it's small, and to commit to continuous improvement [42][43][44]

[Applause] Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Evan and today I will be talking about motivation. How many times in your life have you looked at a challenge and thought that's impossible? Maybe it was landing a dream job, reaching a fitness goal, or breaking free from a difficult situation that seemed to hold you down like an anchor. Well, whatever it is, think about that one thing. the thing you told yourself you can't do. Hold on to that thought because by the end of this speech, I want you n ...