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Selfishness to Selflessness | Tiffany He | TEDxUnionvilleHS
TEDx Talks· 2025-11-03 16:18
Picture [Applause] this. I'm outside of Walmart minding my business, enjoying the hot, sunny weather and chilly breeze when all of a sudden this random stranger decides to drop all four of his grocery bags and an enormous watermelon a few feet away from him. The most logical thing to do would be to help the man and chase after his watermelon.But here's the thing. I was holding a Dairy Queen Blizzard. Really good.Peanut butter chocolate chip cookie dough blizzard. And suddenly I was torn. One part of me was ...
Turning Passion into Global Opportunities | Amulya Kulkarni | TEDxSDMIMD Mysuru
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-12 16:36
Core Message - The speech emphasizes that true success and fulfillment are not found on predefined paths or traditional milestones, but rather in embracing unexpected detours, cultivating meaningful connections, and focusing on personal growth [2][3][6] - The speaker advocates for defining a personal compass based on values rather than following a fixed map of coordinates, encouraging individuals to prioritize purpose over destination [13][30][31] - The speech promotes the idea that failures and rejections are not setbacks but redirections, leading to new opportunities and perspectives [15] Personal Growth & Development - The speech highlights the importance of selflessness and making a positive impact on others' lives as a source of profound fulfillment [9][10] - It encourages continuous learning and self-improvement, advocating for seeking mentors and building relationships that foster personal growth [22][23] - The speaker shares personal anecdotes about motherhood and a daughter's illness, illustrating how life's challenges can lead to unexpected growth and a deeper understanding of oneself [7][8] Embracing Change & Uncertainty - The speech uses the example of Nokia's decline and Netflix's evolution to illustrate the importance of adapting to change and reinventing oneself in the face of evolving circumstances [12][13] - It encourages individuals to embrace detours and unexpected opportunities, sharing a story about a chance encounter on a train that led to representing India at an international conference [16][17][18][19][20][21] - The speaker emphasizes that life's diversions are not glitches but part of the design, often leading to something bigger and better [11][12]
What Broken Bones Teach Us About Being Human | Dr. Jaiman Sharma | TEDxMoulsari Avenue
TEDx Talks· 2025-08-26 16:30
[Music] [Applause] [Music] Good afternoon everybody. There are two kinds of people in the world. One who believe they are invincible and the second who have tried walking down a staircase while texting.People fall, they sustain a fracture. And as an orthopedic surgeon, I can tell you that gravity always wins. It's very democratic.We have treated CEOs, students, grandmothers, and people often tend to break. I'm Dr. . Jamman Sharma and today I'm here to tell you what broken bones have taught me about the hidd ...
Why it’s OK to be selfish | Nicole Nam | TEDxAssumptionU
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-21 16:35
[Music] Raise your hand if you have ever been called selfish before. Keep your hand up if you think being called selfish is a bad thing. I used to think the exact same way.We've all been raised since we were young. Being selfish is one of the worst things you can be. Put other people first. What will other people think.And what's interesting is there was no limit to selflessness. The more you give, the more selfless you are, the better of a person you are. The law of diminishing returns does not exist when ...