Thank you. I'm going to give you all three seconds to pick out which one of those kids is me. Times up.I made it real easy because I'm the only girl and I'm also the smallest person in the photograph on the team. However, I believe that I was the biggest, the strongest, the fastest, and the most powerful. My dad would tell you I have a problem with reality.He'll also tell you that it's because of him that I'm the champion I am today. That's because he came home with a flyer for a tough man competition and s ...

When I was a child, we stayed in a domestic abuse shelter. And I have no memories of the furniture, the faces, or even the layout. But what I do clearly remember is that when we left that shelter, it wasn't for safety like we had hoped.It was into the arms of a man you smiled in public. But behind closed doors, he wasn't my protector. At 6 years old, he became my abuser.And for nearly a decade, I stayed silent until one day I told someone. They reported it to child protective services, but no one believed m ...

Salam alkoum. Bonjour à toutes et à tous. Donc dans quelques semaines, ces quatre personnesl que vous voyez en face de vous vont revisiter la Lune.C'est un exploit qui n'a pas été refait depuis plus de 50 ans par notre espèce. Et c'est à mon sens l'une des l'un des exploits qui fait que nous nous savons plus sur nous-même en tant qu'être humain et nous savons un peu ce qui nous pousse toujours à voir plus loin, à rêver plus grand et à essayer de vivre nos rêves, même les plus faux. Mesdames et messieurs, vo ...

Today I'm going to be speaking with you about the journey of hope, especially at times of adversity. But before I share my understanding of hope, I want to share with you all a little bit of a story that brought me to TEDex today. You see, back in 2017, a certain institution opened the doors to nominations for a TEDex speaker.They said that we'll keep them nameless, but they said that if a person got enough nominations, we would allow them to speak on our platform. And this has always been a dream of mine t ...

Cultural Contradictions and Regional Identity - Spain manages to be spectacularly at odds with itself, exhibiting both unhurried charm and a commitment to excellence [4][6] - Flamenco, born from hardship and exile, embodies this contradiction through its blend of precision and improvisation [6][14] - Spain is a collection of 17 autonomous regions, each with its own laws, parliaments, and presidents, reflecting a tension between unity and local pride [16] Geographical and Historical Influences - Spain's mountainous geography has historically isolated regions, fostering distinct identities and hindering invasions [18][20][21][22] - Valencia's fertile farmland, La Heurta (100 square kilometers), relies on an ancient irrigation system introduced by North Africans, highlighting the region's independent spirit [24][25][27] - The decision by Franco in 1940 to align Spain with Central European Time affects daily life, including late mealtimes [35][36] Traditions and Modernity - Silbo Gomero, a whistled language in La Gomera, demonstrates Spain's ability to preserve age-old traditions while adapting to modern communication [44][45][52] - Barcelona's urban planning, particularly the Eixample district (520 square blocks spanning almost eight square kilometers), showcases a blend of geometric discipline and social consideration [56][57] - The human towers (castells) in Tarragona exemplify local pride and collective passion, embodying Spain's contradictions on a grand scale [65][78] Economic Impact - Tourism in Barcelona brings in $14.5 billion a year, making it a cornerstone of the city's economy [54] - Valencia's irrigation system helps produce around 90% of Spain's entire rice output [28]

[Music] [Applause] [Music] Heat. Heat. [Music] [Music] down.[Music] Hey [Music] [Music] Now I'll play and then you'll have to clap. So I'll tell you where to clap and then you have to follow me. So we'll interact through music first.Heat. [Music] [Applause] [Music] Heat. [Music] [Applause] Heat. Heat.[Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] [Applause] [Music] Thank you all for being such a wonderful audience. We musicians are used to playing the instrument or singing but n ...

Art & Culture Preservation - Peking Opera's timeless beauty can resonate with today's youth, bridging the past and present through art [1] - Traditional operas continue to appeal to the younger generation due to key artistic features [1] Youth Engagement - High school student Xue Jinze shares the beauty of Peking Opera with a new generation [1] - Xue Jinze founded Peking Opera and Kunqu clubs at his school, connecting classmates with artists from professional troupes [1] Personal Development - Xue Jinze progressed from a curious observer to an active performer in Peking Opera over six years [1] - Xue Jinze learned acting skills and took the stage in an excerpt from Wen Zhao Pass for a school charity event [1]

À 14 ans, Wassim se lance sur YouTube par curiosité, mais la création de contenus devient rapidement une passion. En deux ans, il réunit plus de 5 000 abonnés. Pourtant, par peur du regard des autres, il abandonne, laissant derrière lui sa communauté et mettant sa passion de côté. En 2023, il décide de reprendre avec une nouvelle approche : des vidéos d’analyse sur l’actualité du football et un podcast, "Trajectoire", où il échange avec des personnalités inspirantes qui tracent leur propre chemin. Son objec ...

Core Message - The speaker emphasizes that cycling is more than just a business or fitness activity; it's a path to excellence, personal growth, and finding one's purpose [7][8] - The speaker encourages the audience to find their passion, as it can provide direction and solutions to life's challenges [8][9][10] - The speaker advocates for cycling as a means to improve health, reduce traffic congestion, and promote happiness [11][12][13][14] Personal Experiences & Travel - The speaker shares personal anecdotes of cycling trips to various locations, including Bhutan, Vietnam, Cambodia, and the Everest base camp, highlighting the transformative experiences gained [6][7] - The speaker reflects on his journey from being a student with numerous business ideas to finding his purpose in the cycling business [3][9] Cycling's Impact - Cycling fosters humility, connection with strangers, and the creation of a sense of community [8] - Cycling offers health benefits, including reduced risk of diabetes and increased happiness [11][14] - Cycling is presented as a safer and easier alternative to automobiles, helping to alleviate traffic fatalities [12] Call to Action - The speaker urges the audience to embrace cycling not just as an activity, but as a way to start a new story and discover happiness in small things [15][16] - The speaker encourages students to form a cycling club to explore new places and find their soul [15]

Sayaing, saya motion graphics artist, eh visual artist. Saya membuat animasi ee terus seperti yang tadi di introduction saya kebanyakan membuat visual untuk konsert. Saya sudah melakukan ini kurang lebih 18 tahun.Tapi hari ini mungkin saya cuman mau curhat karena akhir-akhir ini saya merasa kalau orang melihat pekerjaan saya, oh ini seru ya, pekerjaan yang sesuai dengan passion. Tapi sebetulnya akhirnya ini saya mulai mempertanyakan apakah ini passion saya. Saya mulaip mempertanyakan setelah 18 tahun apakah ...