
The Arrow of Action is a surprisingly simple methodology to achieve big dreams, overcome obstacles, and get the most out of our lives. Born in the Netherlands in 1986, Rey Node dropped out of two art schools before co-founding a creative agency in 2008. Over 15 years, he completed more than 1,200 cr

Olga Lykova knows what it feels like to have no backup plan. In this powerful and deeply personal talk, she takes us on a journey from immigrating to the United States with $5,000, to losing everything in a robbery at age twelve, to facing career rejection and even surviving a house fire while six m

Jak lekcje z wejścia na Everest przełożyć na codzienne życie? Michał pokazuje, że zamiast szukać wielkich teorii, wystarczy skupić się na jednym, małym kroku naprzód. Michał Leksiński to podróżnik, który zwiedził ponad 50 krajów świata i wspinał się na wszystkich kontynentach (w tym na Antarktydzie)

What if the key to feeling more motivated and fulfilled lies in the tiny gaps between what we expect and what actually happens? By understanding how the brain uses prediction errors and dopamine to signal surprise, it becomes possible to design moments that lift energy, sharpen learning, and strengt

In this talk, Behaviour Change specialist, Jemma Joel, explores how small daily choices, paired with honest self-reflection and consistent action, can rewire our habits and transform our lives. Through personal stories and research, it shows that while self-reflection can be uncomfortable, embracing

From hospital corridors to boardroom decisions, many women are taught — subtly and consistently — to wait. To wait for the right time, the right approval, or the moment when life feels less uncertain. This talk explores the cost of that waiting. Through her journey as a daughter, a mother, and an

In a world obsessed with speed, certainty, and immediate answers, curiosity is often rushed — or silenced altogether. We are encouraged to know, decide, and conclude quickly, leaving little room to wonder, question, or explore. This talk invites us to slow down and let curiosity breathe. It explores

Madhoo shares her belief that life rewards those who dare to step forward before they feel ready. Reflecting on her own unpredictable journey into cinema and beyond, she shows how courage matters more than perfection. This talk invites you to embrace uncertainty, say yes to opportunities, and trust

A failed dream, a broken band, and a son who feels he’s let his single mother down—this is where his story begins. Out of guilt and uncertainty, he discovers that what he loved wasn’t just making music but building something meaningful with people. That realization pushes him to redefine himself, sh

What if the secret to doing something extraordinary isn’t being brave, but being boring? Entrepreneur and 17x IRONMAN finisher Steven Pivnik shows how every bold result, whether in business, sport, or life, starts with invisible, repetitive steps no one sees. Through personal stories and a simple fr

In What Lies Beyond Fear? How I Got Curious and Set a Path to Success, Amy explores what happens when fear is met not with resistance—but with curiosity. Drawing from her experience as an ultrarunner completing distances from 50K to 250 miles, and as Race Director of the Hoot’n Bulldog Track Ultra,

In Measuring the Human Spirit While Pushing Beyond Limits, Mike Melton draws from his unique perspective within the world of ultrarunning to explore what endurance reveals about the human spirit. Positioned at the intersection of precision and perseverance, he examines how limits—both physical and m

n this deeply personal TEDx talk, she introduces the idea of Failing Forward—using failure not as an identity, but as information. Through rejection, self-doubt, and physical setbacks, she learned to separate who she is from what didn’t work, to ask better questions, and to take one small step forwa

Rejection hurts—not because we failed, but because we almost made it. An exam. A job. A relationship. A dream that collapsed without warning. In this talk, Speaker shares how one unexpected rejection changed the direction of his life. Through a powerful idea from physics—when something hits a barrie

We're often told to chase every opportunity that comes our way, pushing us to act, move, and seize. But what if some opportunities aren’t meant to be chased? What if the key lies in the power of timing—knowing when to stand still and pause, and recognizing the perfect moments to act with intentional

In this talk, Ms. Waheeda Mahesar, Director of ZABTech, explores how real achievement is not just a product of talent or opportunity but of alignment. Drawing from her personal journey and professional struggles, she shows how the mind fuels clarity, the body sustains resilience, and the soul provid

This talk examines the fundamental role of problems in driving human progress, ranging from personal dilemmas to global issues. It investigates the specific mental processes individuals undergo when seeking solutions to life's challenges and offers insights into how these cognitive patterns can be m

Nach ihrer Teilnahme bei Miss Germany wurde Api Schönauer zur Zielscheibe eines öffentlichen Shitstorms und erlebte gleichzeitig drei persönliche Schicksalsschläge. In ihrem TEDx Talk erzählt sie, wie sie durch Mut, Empathie und fünf Prinzipien aus der Architektur den Weg zurück zu sich selbst fand

Capt. Mahesh Chandra Singh Bhakuni delivers a powerful wake-up call on how dreams fade, not suddenly, but through delay, fear, excuses, and self-doubt. The talk explores why people abandon their aspirations over time and presents practical pillars to protect and revive them, such as taking immediate

Curiosity is powerful—but perseverance is what turns curiosity into impact. In this talk, inventor and engineer Lonnie Johnson traces an extraordinary journey that spans nuclear engineering, deep-space missions, breakthrough consumer inventions, and clean energy innovation. From safeguarding spacec

Andrea explores how we often choose convenience at the expense of ourselves, our families, and our communities. She invites us to consider the true cost of being convenient—and how embracing a bit of inconvenience can unlock deeper gifts, hidden talents, and more authentic ways of showing up. Andrea