Do you remember in elementary school when your teacher would have you write a letter to your future self at the beginning of the school year. In fifth grade, I wrote at the end of my letter, "Amelia, I hope you find out who you are." Now, fifth grade Amelia is so different from 14th grade Amelia, but aspects of her and her experience will forever remain in me. She was marked by excessive anxiety that made her miss school often.She became the joke of the class for never being there. She was made fun of by th ...

[Music] When you wake up in the morning, you check your phone and you scroll. Within 5 minutes, you've viewed hundreds of faces, lifestyles, and bodies that all seem to be better than yours. Before you've even had your breakfast, your self-esteem has been destroyed, and you feel like you're not enough.That's the power of social media, and it affects us all more than we know. What do you do when you wake up. How many of you scrolled on a social media platform.For millions of teenagers across Australia, it's ...

[Music] [Applause] Many of you are victims of a condition that could prevent you from ever achieving your full potential at school or at work or prevent happiness at home. associated with tragic outcomes. This problem receives very little attention.This hidden danger is low selfesteem. And what I've learned about low self-esteem could change your life. Self-esteem is our own belief in our value and worth. And low self-esteem is when we don't believe we have value. We think we don't matter and we don't count ...

[Applause] Have you ever felt lonely in a room full of people. Well, I have. And it wasn't because I was actually alone, but because I wasn't being myself.I was wearing something trendy, something that everybody seemed to love except me. I felt good, proud even, until I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror and thought, "I hate this thing. Why am I even wearing it?" That moment made me realize something. Sometimes the pressure to fit in can make us forget who we really are.And that's what I want to talk ...

[Applause] Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Jane. I know he already said that, but I'm a student here in year 11 here at Kaboja International School, and I'm here to take you on a journey.A journey that all of us have been on, and that is high school. When we enter a new stage in our lives, we have expectations for what that could look like. Maybe the friends we'll make along the way. Maybe the new things that we'll learn and the experiences that we'll take with us after high school.But some ...

[Music] When faced with a big challenge where potential failure seems to lark at every corner, maybe you heard this advice before. Be more confident. And most likely this is what you think when you hear it.If only it were that simple. But what is confidence. Take the belief that you are valuable, worthwhile, and capable.Also known as self-esteem. Add in the optimism that comes when you're certain of your abilities. And then empowered by this.Act courageously to face a challenge head on. This is confidence. ...

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 ...

Imagine [Applause] a world where no one judges you. No one's opinions control you and you feel happy and free. Confident enough to go for that new job. Confident enough to give that presentation and not feel scared and confident enough to wear that outfit. But most importantly, being confident enough in yourself. Let's snap back to reality. Self-confidence. Not caring what other people think of you. It seems easy, right? But it's not. Not at all. As teenagers, we are constantly trying to get people to like ...

Core Message - The speech emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's inherent worth and potential [2][3][14][15] - It highlights the significance of using one's talents, knowledge, and wisdom to benefit humanity and the environment [3][5][6] - The speaker encourages the audience to live by choice rather than compulsion or complaint, leading to a more meaningful life [12][13] Life's Purpose - The purpose of life is to excel, find meaning, and be satisfied with one's blessings [5] - Accumulating wealth is questioned, with the speaker suggesting that respect and love are the true earnings in life [6][7] - Transforming the world and bringing happiness to others is presented as a key aspect of life's purpose [8] Attitude and Choices - Life is framed as a journey between birth (B) and death (D), with attitude (A) influencing the path [9][10][11] - The speaker identifies three "C's" between birth and death: compulsions, complaints, and choices [12] - Choosing to exercise one's choices leads to a more meaningful life and benefits humanity [13] Self-Esteem and Positivity - Strengthening self-esteem is crucial for recognizing one's wonderful qualities [13][14] - Positive demeanor and gratitude lead to a healthier and more fulfilling life [16][18] - Encouraging and supporting others is essential, as true wealth lies in feelings, emotions, and appreciation [17]