Now, moving on. I'm sure we've all had someone in our lives that we viewed as perfect. They naturally draw an attention not because they try to, but because others seem to form ideas about them right away. With that kind of attention comes a mix of expectations and assumptions that we don't really think about. But what does that feel like and how does it shape someone over time? Tonight, Ali Jumal is here to get us thinking about that in a completely new way. So, let's give her a warm welcome. You You look ...

Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Bruce Jones Jr. . and welcome to my TED talk.Today, I want to talk to you about momentum in the middle. Now, as I look around the crowd, I can see perplexity in some of the faces. What does momentum in the middle stand for. Well, ladies and gentlemen, momentum in the middle is simply a different approach to goal setting. Goal setting is a very unique and how do I put this for you to understand better.I enjoy the fact of watching people attain their goals. Bec ...

Core Argument - The traditional advice of "being yourself" may be limiting and can hinder personal growth [1][2] - The speaker advocates for actively "leading yourself," which emphasizes change, stepping out of one's comfort zone, and rectifying mistakes to become a better version [10][11] Supporting Evidence & Examples - The speaker's personal experience of missing opportunities due to procrastination and self-doubt when trying to "be themselves" [3][4][5] - A survey indicated that over half (more than 7 out of 13) of teenagers surveyed lacked self-confidence, and 11 overthink about the future, highlighting a common issue [6] - Basketball legend Kobe Bryant's transformation into his "Black Mamba" alter ego as an example of changing oneself to overcome challenges and achieve success [7][8] Psychological Concepts - "Being yourself" can induce a fixed mindset, hindering the ability to embrace change and acknowledge mistakes [8][9] - Leading yourself allows a person to take full control and rectify mistakes [11] Alternative Advice - The speaker suggests "Lead yourself" as an alternative to "Be yourself," emphasizing change and personal growth [10][11] - A quote from Roomie, an ancient Persian poet, "Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world Today I'm wise, so I am changing myself," reinforces the idea of self-improvement [12]

[music] [music] Allow me to take you to Boston Marathon course. This you know Boston Marathon is 42.2% km. This part of Boston suburb is called Newton and this is known for series of hills and the last one is called Heartbreak Hill.This comes right around 33 34 kilometers. I was there April 2022. My legs felt like concrete.I think my heart rate must have been north of 170. Every part of my body wanted to give up. You know there's a saying among marathoners that you run first 30 kilometers with your leg, nex ...

work out for 30 minutes a day and you’ll be stronger than almost anyone you know.read for 20 minutes a day and you’ll be more knowledgable than almost anyone around you.journal for 10 minutes a day and you’ll understand yourself better and be happier than 90% of the human population.the bar for a good life has always been embarrassingly low. what matters is showing up every day and watch how that alone compounds itself. ...

Ladies and gentlemen, I'm sure you have ever heard the phrase result process does not betray results. Now, this praise looks like that results is the most crucial thing you could ever get in your life. But what if I tell you that the result isn't even the most important thing in your life, but it is the process itself.I'm Michael Aaron Angelo and today I'm not here to share my achievements or my hobbies, but a simple yet personal journey. my journey of changing how I see life, success, and even myself. So f ...

Good afternoon everyone. >> Gosh, >> you don't know how many times I have rehearsed this line. So, thank you everyone for being here and I know you spent your time listening to three speeches.I think you have pretty much enjoyed them all, but it's probably time for some movement. >> So, I have prepared a game, a short game. Okay, so the game rule is pretty simple. Clap your hands if you Okay, so you will clap your hands if the statement is true.Let's have a demo. Clap your hands if you love TEDex and use. O ...

Personal Development & Productivity - Prioritize early mornings to control the start of the day [2] - Maintain physical strength through regular exercise [2] - Engage in daily walks for mental clarity [2] - Focus on high-impact tasks over busywork [2] - Embrace continuous self-improvement [2] Financial & Life Strategy - View money as a tool, not a defining characteristic [2] - Protect sleep as a valuable asset [2] - Choose long-term goals over short-term gratification [2] - Take calculated risks [2] - Acknowledge that progress is individual and ongoing [1]

if i could talk to my 20 year old self, i’d tell him a few things:• wake up early and own the first hour of your day• lift a few times a week and stay physically strong• walk daily to clear your head and regulate your mind• eat real food and cut the things that drain your energy• protect your sleep like it’s your first asset• read more than you scroll• pick something that matters and obsess long enough to get good• avoid drama and noisy people• show up consistently even when nobody notices• choose long term ...

Rise and shine.An important spell you cast on yourself each morning.All of you rise...But how many of you really SHINE? ...