
Ways to organize your time will come to life with Maddie Fishler’s speech, as they (hopefully) inspire you to end your doomscrolling or procrastination and replace it with productive ways to move your life forward, allowing you to achieve your goals precisely and effectively. Madelynn (known to her

What if the most powerful medical tool we’re missing is listening? Beth Krause reveals why so many patients remain unheard and how compassionate listening can save lives, restore trust, and revolutionize healthcare from the inside out. Beth Krause is a Certified Functional Health and Nutrition Pract

The simple act of “giving it a try” builds belief, attitude, and resilience, igniting a knock‑on effect that can lead to personal growth and enhanced performance. Paul Marshall is the Player Development Manager for Ulster Rugby, supporting athletes on and off the field. A former professional rugby p

In this TEDx talk, Mackenna Minehan shares her journey of understanding and managing anxiety, using both personal experience and professional expertise. She explores how persistent worry can hold us back, and offers practical tools to challenge negative thoughts, reframe automatic thinking, and take

Curiosity encourages independent thinking and lifelong learning. When people begin to ask questions, seek answers, and explore ideas beyond classrooms, they become more confident and problem-solvers. Self-learning is not a skill but a mindset. It takes ownership of an individual’s growth and turns c

Difficult decisions often define the most important moments in life and leadership. Usman Umar Zambuk reflects on how decisions serve as bridges between uncertainty and progress, shaping the paths of individuals, businesses, and communities. While everyday choices influence routine outcomes, critica

Opportunities rarely emerge from resources alone—they are often created through belief, encouragement, and human connection. Salma Inuwa explores how moments of support can become bridges that change the direction of someone’s life. A simple act of encouragement, she argues, can open doors that once

Many have said that almost 50% of sports is mental. Today, the mental aspects of sports are commonly overlooked. Athletes undergo intense physical training to ensure the best performance possible. But what about the mental training? 85% of athletes, including Audriana’s teammates and herself, have a

This talk focuses on running out of time, and how there can be a lot of grief within the loss of a period of time, or feeling like you are running out of time with people you love. I will also talk about how I am both excited for my future and preparing to grieve this current point in time. My name

In a world where timelines are often predefined and success is measured by milestones set by others, Dr. Vishal Gabale reflects on the importance of navigating life’s uncertain phases the “liminal spaces” where direction is unclear but transformation begins. This talk explores the courage it takes t

At TEDx University of Wah, Syeda Tasneem Fiza delivers a heartfelt talk on the silent fears that often hide behind our smiles. This talk explores how societal expectations, internal pressures, and unspoken anxieties shape the way people present themselves to the world. Syeda Tasneem Fiza reflects o

Dr. Rajesh Jambhulkar speaks about the part of success that people rarely notice. Behind every achievement are years of effort, self-doubt, failures, and the decision to keep going despite them. Through his journey of teaching and mentoring medical students, he reflects on how consistency, patience,

When people think of "the way to success", it usually comes with "persistence." What people don't know is that persistence is only a small aspect of the truth. The path to success lies in knowledge; not on the subject you wish to succeed in, but on when to yield and when to stand firm. This talk e

Chowon Park reflects on what it really means to “beat the odds” through the lens of public speaking. Growing up in China, she entered a speech contest by memorizing a Chinese script she didn’t fully understand. Even after winning, she felt more like a machine reciting lines than a person communicati

People always think "beating the odds" looks like a movie scene—winning a big trophy while the music swells. But when I stood on an international stage, the other musicians weren’t the problem. The real fight was happening inside my own head, where a voice kept whispering, "You aren't enough." In t

Theo Faybriean Octafiandy reflects on the values passed down by his grandfather, Abah Udjo, whose name represents a set of guiding principles: Ulet (perseverance), Disiplin (discipline), Jujur (honesty), and Optimis (optimism). Growing up within a cultural institution dedicated to preserving Indones

Dira Sugandi shares her reflections on creativity—not simply as artistic expression, but as a powerful tool for adaptation and growth. Moving from Indonesia to Arkansas as a child without speaking English, she relied on creativity to navigate unfamiliar surroundings and build confidence in a new wor

Khansa Rania Abdul reflects on a time in her student life when she felt stuck in her comfort zone while watching her peers move forward and achieve new things. Struggling with self-doubt and uncertainty, she eventually made a bold decision to step into something unfamiliar—joining Model United Natio

Larz May, the driving force behind the digital wellness movement, discusses how helping kids shift from the dopamine loop to the imagination loop can rewire their brains for resilience, curiosity, and connection — and why joy may be the most powerful technology our kids will ever have. Larz May is t

NOTE FROM TED: While some may find this helpful as a complementary approach to support well-being, please do not look to this talk for mental health advice. This talk only represents the speaker's personal approach to and understanding of mindfulness, child development, and the brain. We've flagged

In a world shaped by AI and rapid technological change, what if true innovation comes not from disruption alone, but from how we absorb, transform, and reimagine ideas? In this talk, Marcos de Souza explores creativity through a human-centred lens, drawing on a Brazilian modernist concept to rethink