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I人的中二电台 | Xing Wu | TEDxShahe Street
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-01 15:20
你是“i人”还是“艺人”?武星,一个害怕镜头却敢于追逐热爱的歌手,用“中二”脑洞对抗世界的严肃。 在这个总是要求我们合群的世界,他分享了如何勇敢做自己,如何找到属于自己的时区:中二不是缺点,而是热爱的延伸。 只要保持好奇,每个人都可以在自己的小角落闪闪发光。 音乐唱作人 This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx ...
Breaking Stereotypes | Bharat Puniya | TEDxLIS Jodhpur Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-25 15:38
[Music] In the hall of noises and the flashing screen, we chase the looks, the likes, and the scenes. We try to fit ourself in the mold, afraid to break, afraid to fold. A thousand eyes we think they see, but the voice that matters is inside you, that whispers soft.You are meant to grow. Stop pleasing the world, you know. Stop pleasing the world you know. The world will shift. So will you stop pleasing the world, you know.Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Parat Puna. And I am a boy who loves pi ...
Lift Every Voice…Even Yours | Latrisha “Fee-Fee” Redmon | TEDxAlabaster
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-04 16:22
Core Message - Every individual possesses a unique "song" that reflects their life experiences and resilience, not necessarily a perfect performance [3][5] - Society often silences voices due to fear of judgment and comparison, leading individuals to suppress their authentic expression [5][6] - True expression lies in embracing vulnerability and truth, rather than striving for perfection or external validation [6][7] Supporting Data & Statistics - 75% of people experience fear when using their voice in front of others, and 90% feel nervous speaking in public [5] - 9 out of 10 adults feel unsafe speaking their truth at least once a year [5] - 69% of young people worry about being judged for expressing their mental or emotional state [5] Call to Action - Encourage individuals to listen to and embrace their own unique "song," regardless of imperfections [6][18] - Promote self-acceptance and authentic expression over performance and comparison [6][10] - Advocate for creating a world where every voice is valued and heard, fostering a sense of liberation and permission to speak one's truth [5][18]
The roots of your identity | Erin Lancin | TEDxYouth@DLSUSHS
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-04 15:30
Identity & Self-Perception - The presentation explores how individuals perceive themselves and how they are perceived by others, particularly strangers [1][2] - It discusses the tendency to present oneself through defining features, such as appearance, and the potential for these features to lead to misunderstandings and misjudgments [2][3] - The speaker shares personal experiences of feeling misunderstood due to her hair and appearance, and the pressure to conform to societal expectations of femininity [3][9] - The core message is that individuals should not be confined by external expectations or labels, but rather embrace their true selves and redefine identity on their own terms [8][19] The "Three Rs" Framework - The presentation introduces a three-step method for reclaiming one's identity: Realization, Reclamation, and Reassertion [11] - **Realization:** Recognizing how conforming to external images can erase one's true identity and hinder self-understanding [20] - **Reclamation:** Actively choosing to express oneself authentically, even in the face of potential judgment or barriers [27][28] - **Reassertion:** Redefining oneself based on personal values and aspirations, rather than external expectations, and finding strength in supportive relationships [31][33] Empowerment & Self-Acceptance - The presentation emphasizes the importance of self-discovery and making choices based on personal desires, rather than trying to please others [29] - It encourages individuals to embrace change and evolution, recognizing that personal preferences and identities are not static [30] - The ultimate goal is to live a life of authenticity and happiness, where external criticisms matter less [37] - The "Three Rs" framework can be applied to various aspects of life, from personal style to career choices, to empower individuals to live a life that is true to themselves [39][40]
Dress Bold, Be Bold and Step Into Visible Leadership | Pamela Gardner | TEDxSanDiegoWomen
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-03 16:49
[Music] [Applause] [Applause] So, when did you first start conforming to fit in. And when did you start dimming your light. For me, it started in the fifth grade.Let me take you back. I'm sitting in my wooden school desk in my favorite white and green jumpsuit. Tina and Joan are right behind me harassing me again.Hey teacher's pet, did you get an A again. We'll be waiting for you after school. As soon as the bell rang, I ran to my dad's old blue Plymouth.No one's going to hurt me. That night, dinner was roa ...
Turning Silence Into Impact | Gauri Walecha | TEDxModern School Noida Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-29 15:48
[संगीत] ह्यूमंस, वी लव शेयरिंग, वी लव शेयरिंग आर स्टोरीज, वी लव गेटिंग सीन, गेटिंग हर्ड। एंड आइ थिंक दिस फैक्ट बिकम्स अ लिटिल मोर ब्यूटीफुल व्हेन यू रियलाइज ड्यात देयर इज़ नो बॉडी इन दिस रूम, नो टू पीपल हु हैव द सेम स्टोरी टू शेयर। एट एनी गिवन पॉइंट वी हैव मिलियंस ऑफ ओपोरर्चुनिटीज टू ऐड मोर विज़डम एंड मोर इनसाइट इनू आवर ट्रेजरी बट सैडली एंड रादर अनफॉर्चूनेटली वी हैव ऑल बीन टॉट टू हाई इट। सो यू नो अ फ्यू इयर्स एगो आई वाज़ एट द सेम ऐज एज़ ऑल दीज़ वंडरफुल ब्रिलियंट चिल्ड्रन इन दिस रूम एंड आई यूज्ड टू बी अ पब्लिक स् ...
Turning Silence Into Impact | Gauri Walecha | TEDxModern School Noida Youth
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-28 15:36
[संगीत] ह्यूमंस, वी लव शेयरिंग, वी लव शेयरिंग आर स्टोरीज, वी लव गेटिंग सीन, गेटिंग हर्ड। एंड आइ थिंक दिस फैक्ट बिकम्स अ लिटिल मोर ब्यूटीफुल व्हेन यू रियलाइज देयर इज़ नो बॉडी इन दिस रूम, नो टू पीपल हु हैव द सेम स्टोरी टू शेयर। एट एव्री गिवन पॉइंट द वर्ल्ड इज स्टैंडिंग ऑन एन ओपोरर्चुनिटी मिलियंस ऑफ ओपोरर्चुनिटीज टू गेन मोर विज़डम, मोर इनसाइट एंड ऐड इट टू देयर ट्रेजर। सैडली दो, आय मीन क्वाइट अनफॉर्चुनेटली, वी हैव ऑल बीन टॉट टू हाइड, नो मैटर व्हाट इट। एट एनी गिवन पॉइंट, वी हैव मिलियंस ऑफ़ अपॉर्च्यूनिटीज़ टू ऐड मोर ...
Stop buying yourself | Seoyun J | TEDxYouth@NIS
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-15 16:31
[Music] products are starting to become how we express our identities. And that's killing the wolves inside of us. Before I explain anything else, I would like to establish that the wolves inside of us aren't real.Because of course, real wolves are really, really big. of you have ever seen a wolf. And we don't necessarily want them anywhere near our internal organs.However, the wolves we will be imagining today, if you will, are just as majestic and unique and beautiful. They're essentially a representation ...
Finding My Voice through Music | Jayson Tchazou | TEDxYouth@TashkentIntlSchool
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-28 15:51
When I was in When I was in elementary school, my two best friends and I would have sleepovers every single year. We would hang out, eat junk food, and play video games. Typical sleepovers. But then one sleepover, my friends learned how to make music. Now, back then and even now, all they would do is take a beat off of YouTube and just rap over. It doesn't seem like much, but it brought all of us together. Year after year, they continued to make songs and it started to become a tradition. They even released ...
Rewriting Power Without Apology | Kritika Makker Kapoor | TEDxSGGSCC Studio
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-24 15:10
Business Expansion & Wellness Culture - SK-27 expanded to 5 prime locations across Delhi, even during COVID-19 [1] - The company aimed to pioneer a wellness culture in Delhi rooted in consistency, care, and real transformation [1] Leadership & Empowerment - The speaker challenges long-held ideas about strength, especially for women, reshaping the narrative around power, resilience, and self-expression [1] - The talk focuses on reclaiming autonomy, dismantling societal expectations, and nurturing a space where women feel empowered to define strength for themselves [1] Personal & Professional Values - The speaker values structure, balance, and intention in both her life and work [1] - The speaker's work is grounded in quiet discipline, showing up, holding space, and helping others feel stronger [1]