
Er komt veel op ons af. Studeren, werken, vrienden, familie, sport, hobbies - onze agenda's puilen uit. Toch? Maar wat nou als je 25 uur per week werkt? Kan dat eigenlijk wel? En hoe doe je dat dan? Spreker Danielle van den Berg runt meerdere bedrijven en toch werkt ze niet meer dan 25 uur per week.

We’ve never had more roadmaps to happiness — and yet we’ve never felt more lost. In this deeply personal talk, Peter Georgariou shares his journey through disconnection, addiction, and rediscovery to reveal why no formula or guru can replace our own inner compass. This is a call to stop chasing “the

Jay Smith shares how nature became his greatest teacher, showing that endings aren’t waste but the raw material for new beginnings. Through stories of loss, resilience, and growth on his farm, he reveals how compost, seeds, rest, and surrender offer a blueprint for healing and transformation. Jay Sm

What if the most powerful tool for preventing harm is something we already know how to do—return to ourselves? In this transformative talk, Dale Allen shows how return helps us pause, choose differently, and restore connection in moments of fear, anger, or misunderstanding. Through childhood lessons

Getting outdoors has the power to make us happier, healthier, and more social. But modern life creates barriers and inequitable access to these benefits. Alex Keenan tells the story of hiking the 3000-km Te Araroa trail, and relays the lessons it taught her about how ordinary people can work togethe

What if development wasn’t just about what we build outside, but also about what we build within? In this TEDx talk, Divam Kapoor redefines success by bridging the worlds of real estate, wellbeing, and human connection. Drawing parallels between buildings and the human body, he challenges the idea

Hi! My name is Zuzia and im a 3rd year student at LOV, Wrocław. Besides school I love dancing, baking and travelling. One of the things i value most is the time spent with my family and friends.During my speech I’d like to change your perspective about our day to day life and how we should use it. M

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 to reclaim your focus in through mindful tech Arthur Luk-Solarz is a sophomore at Scarsdale High School who is already making waves as a young innovator in the tech space. Driven by his personal experience with digital distraction, Arthur founded Escape Goose — a browser extension and productiv

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

A talk on how to find one's voice in their art Joey Piergiovanni is a senior at Eastchester High School with a passion for creative expression and community engagement. Whether through academics, service, or the arts, Joey strives to inspire others to think differently and act with purpose. His TED

How connecting through storytelling is the most prolific and essential form of communication that exists Jennifer Gavin is a dedicated English teacher at Eastchester High School within the Eastchester Union Free School District, bringing over a decade of classroom experience to her role. She inspir

Explaining what the Loukoumi Effect is. And how to channel your passion to your purpose Nick Katsoris is the Founder, President & Executive Director of the Loukoumi Make A Difference Foundation, a nonprofit that inspires over 150,000 children and young adults in 30 countries around the world to mak

This talk explores the journey from external achievement to inner awakening, challenging society’s narrow definition of success. Through a personal story of growing up in a small village, repeated failures, professional success, and walking away from it, the talk reveals a truth- success without sel

You are learning Artificial Intelligence. Some of you are developing Emotional Intelligence. But no one ever taught you about the intelligence that decides how you think, why you repeat patterns, or what truly guides your life choices. We have machines that learn faster than humans, yet humans who

Umair Jaliawala uses contemporary examples to help the audience understand how any single individual can create waves across countries. Umair Jaliawala is a seasoned inspirational speaker, learning consultant and social entrepreneur from Pakistan. Umair carries remarkable energy, enlightening conte

Independence is often worn as a badge of honour - a sign of strength, capability and self-sufficiency. But what if the very trait we celebrate is quietly limiting our growth, intimacy and experience of life? In this thought-provoking and gently disarming talk, we are invited to question our relation

In a world growing louder, sharper and more polarised by the day, love can feel like a soft word in a hard time. But what if love is not soft at all? What if it is the most courageous and necessary stand we can take? In this urgent and deeply reflective talk, Deborah explores why now more than ever,

There are parts of ourselves we learn to hide. Experiences that shape us in ways we do not always understand. Judgements we carry about others, and about ourselves - born from pain, protection or survival. In this deeply personal and transformative talk, Abi shares her own journey of reclamation. A

This talk by Shivansh Sharma explores the growing role of artificial intelligence in our daily lives and why emotional intelligence matters more than ever in a technology-driven world. Through relatable experiences and humor, the speaker highlights how AI can offer information and efficiency but can

Palak Chawan is a confident and positive student known for her calm nature and creative mindset, who values learning and meaningful connections. In the talk “Why Change Is Uncomfortable—and Why That’s Necessary,” Palak explores how discomfort plays a vital role in personal growth and social progress