
Healing is often thought of as a destination, but what if it is actually a creative process? In this reflective talk, Gabrielle Hall explores the idea that healing is not simply about recovering from pain but about learning how to transform it. She invites the audience to view healing as an art tha

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Brain Adaptive Feedback explores why the brain reacts to feedback as if it were a threat and how we can change that. Drawing on neuroscience and leadership research, this talk explains how feedback can trigger survival responses, why defensiveness is a natural reaction, and how psychological safety

This formula is more than just words; it is a tool for building inner strength, cultivating willpower, and opening doors to opportunity. Those who practice it with determination will find that every obstacle becomes a lesson, every challenge an opportunity for growth, and every difficult experience

Roberto propone mirar las palabras no por lo que suenan, sino por cómo funcionan. A través de ejemplos que van desde “coronavirus” hasta “evolución”, desde el cambio de nombre de una playa hasta frases heredadas de sus propios padres, demuestra que hay palabras que ordenan el sentido y otras que lo

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Danielle discusses her rise to confidence and success, overcoming her shyness. It is a personal story, which stands to uplift and encourage others to rise in the face of adversity. Danielle is the founder of LittleMIGHT, and runs her own podcase 'Tiny Tots Defying the ODDS' where she discusses how t

Being vulnerable and embracing silence in a noisy world Erika is an accomplished writer whose poems have been published in literary outlets such as BarBar Literary Magazine and Washington Square Review. She also demonstrates leadership in journalism: she has served as Editor-in-Chief of the school

How empathetic education will create a new world of learners across the globe Dr. Kim Ferguson is a developmental and cultural psychologist whose work explores how children grow, learn, and thrive across diverse global contexts. As Dean of Graduate and Professional Studies at Sarah Lawrence College

In this engaging TEDx talk, Muhammad Rehan explores how body language shapes the way we communicate, influence, and connect with others. Beyond words, our posture, gestures, facial expressions, and eye contact silently speak volumes. He explains how mastering non-verbal communication can build conf

We live in an age of endless information and constant entertainment. Degrees are earned, careers are built, and screens keep us occupied — yet when it comes to understanding our own emotions, many of us feel lost. In this deeply reflective TEDxAMU talk, Dr. Sheetal Nair explores a powerful paradox

In May 2025, Mia Baker donated a kidney to a 17-year-old she had never met. A media strategist who has shaped stories for Disney, the United Nations, and Electronic Arts, she now explores a different kind of story: the paradox of generosity -- how giving away part of yourself can make you more whole

The Connection Code explores the pivotal moments inside conversations where trust is built and decisions are made. Behind every important choice is a pivot point shaped by how we listen, how we respond, and the trust we build in the process. Dr. Brian Harris has spent 20 years working with people du

This TEDx talk explores the skill of “reading the room,” where paying attention to the unspoken can help us connect, communicate and find our place in the world. Amélie Prudent is a Terminale student in the Chinese Section at the Lycée International de Saint-Germain-en-Laye. She is French and

Now – more than ever, it’s critical to our democracy that we find a way to connect with people to discuss controversial topics. Sharing stories is a very effective way to do that – and everyone has stories to share. Research proves that when we share stories with each other, we connect on a physiolo

Todos nos vamos a enfrentar a la muerte varias veces a lo largo de la vida. A veces será porque perderemos a alguien que amamos; otras, porque nos tocará acompañar a alguien que acaba de perder a alguien más. Lo curioso es que nadie nos enseña cómo actuar en ninguna de estas dos situaciones. En est

En un mundo que premia la dureza, ¿hay lugar para la sensibilidad? En esta charla honesta y valiente, Catalina desafía la idea de que sentir mucho es una debilidad y propone mirarlo como una forma poderosa de estar en el mundo. Mi nombre es Catalina Carreira y estoy en último año del colegio San Gre

You can overcome trauma, rebuild your life, and achieve success, yet still not be free. In this transformative TEDx talk on resilience, identity, and emotional freedom, Candi Rose explores how unspoken truths can shape your mindset and direction long after the crisis ends. Candi examines the tension

After a breakup, the speaker came to understand that his relationship had love but lacked understanding. Using psychology, he shows that the feeling of being understood by others is the key to happiness. However, today’s youth are lonelier than ever before, despite being more connected than ever. Lo

This talk aims to remind us that behind every composed face lies a story we may never fully see. In a world driven by visible success and silent endurance, it urges us to rethink how we look at one another. At the heart of this shift lies emotional intelligence—the critical need of the hour. By movi

We live in a world that feels more divided than ever. In this talk, Brandon Fink shares a simple formula for navigating disagreement, one that replaces assumptions with curiosity and helps people feel heard, even when they don’t agree. Brandon P. Fink, CFP®, AEP® is a distinguished Wealth Advisor at