
Hussein Farhat shares his journey from surviving war in South Lebanon to hiking Everest Base Camp, showing how resilience is forged through action, not circumstance. Through loss, fear, and physical endurance, he discovers that peace is a state of mind achieved by making peace with one’s past. His m

This talk contrasts Artificial Intelligence with Emotional Intelligence, arguing that while machines can replicate logic and productivity, they can never replace human feeling, empathy, and connection. Through a personal journey from engineering to people-centered leadership and scientific evidence,

Yasmina Zaytoun unpacks success by revealing the unseen foundations behind it: learning, values, and environment. She argues that true achievement is built through quiet discipline, continuous self-investment, clear values, and intentional relationships rather than visible titles or recognition. Ult

Becoming Her Now: The Bold Healing That Starts at the Root” is about transformative inner healing that goes beyond surface-level self-help to address the deep emotional, psychological, and identity patterns that shape who you are. Instead of quick mindset tips, this approach invites you to look at t

Stop drifting through a life designed by others and start building a future that reflects your deepest values. This talk explores how to define a personal vision that acts as your North Star, transforming your daily decisions into a strategic roadmap for lasting fulfillment. Anas Ali IBN Malik is an

Have you ever felt like giving up or found yourself unable to move forward in the middle of a challenge? When that happens, what is the "driving force" that gets you moving again? Hiromitsu Iio, who is leading a pyrethrum-based mosquito coil project in Kenya, has faced numerous hardships and setback

Life is a business, and your time, energy, and attention are the currency. Stop handing them over for free. Question every trade, take control, and run your life like it actually matters. Every scroll, every “yes,” every task is a deal so make sure you’re getting your value. Don’t let the system pla

For centuries, when faced with uncertainty, humans have made up stories to help them cope. Over time, even when the facts are known, we still used these myths to guide us. Eventually, these stories started to organize our lives and, from childhood fears to politics and consumerism, they’ve become th

As AI, tech and automation replace low-value tasks, where we as humans will stand out is in our ability to understand, empathise and communicate. Yet we still aren’t teaching these skills in schools, colleges or universities and we continue to label them 'soft skills', when they are anything but 'so

Haarika Mandalapu’s journey defies conventions at every step. She is the first woman from Telangana to complete a solo ride to Umling La Pass, the highest motorable road in the world, standing at over 19,000 feet. The challenges of this ride are immense: extreme weather conditions, oxygen deprivatio

Dr. Ashok Chandra is a distinguished dental surgeon and the visionary behind Pradham Dental, a premier dental clinic located in Manikonda, Hyderabad. With over 11 years of experience in the field, Dr. Chandra has played a key role in bringing modern dental treatments to Hyderabad, emphasizing both i

Dr. Praachi Rathore was in Grade 5 when she realized she was different from the boys around her. From that moment on, she faced constant bullying and harassment at every stage of her life. But none of that stopped her from chasing her dream of becoming a doctor. She earned her medical degree, only

Christiana Ifubaraboye highlights the power of storytelling and art in preserving and sharing the cultural identity of the Niger Delta. She discusses founding IMBUU, a narrative collective that brings personal and indigenous stories to a global audience, challenging stereotypes around oil and confli

A poetic journey awaits as Athba Al Essa and Lujain Al Essa share how Simple Bonds, lead to Enduring Moments. BBS Grade 9 & 5 Students. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Creativity doesn’t start with confidence — it starts with doubt. But where is the line between productive questioning and self-sabotage? In her talk, Sona unpacks how cognitive biases quietly constrain our thinking, how the “social mirror” reshapes our self-perception, and why our internal decision-

Much like the three dots of an ellipsis, life often places us in a transition—a phase where the past has ended but the future hasn't yet arrived. This talk explores how to find purpose within that "shadow" of uncertainty, revealing that the art of becoming is found not in the destination, but in the

In a world quick to judge and slow to understand, a male dancer confronts societal expectations, family resistance, and stereotypes through movement. This talk explores how dance became an act of self-realisation, resilience, and quiet rebellion—proving that when one listens to their inner truth, ev

This talk explores the shift from using achievement as a coping mechanism to finding a deeper "why" rooted in existential philosophy and spiritual practice. Drawing on the wisdom of Viktor Frankl and Sikh history, Harkaran demonstrates how discovering personal meaning transforms life's inevitable st

Gowri Bansal shares her "CALM" formula to help individuals navigate life’s unexpected disruptions and "missed trains" by shifting from outdated societal algorithms to intentional emotional tools. Through personal stories of career pivots and identity shifts, she demonstrates how embracing the pause

Natuva Kurucusu Kübra Yurtsever Kargı, “Bir Kıvılcım İçin: Kendine İnanmak ve Potansiyelini Ateşlemek” başlıklı konuşmasında, başarı yolculuğunun en kritik ama en görünmez adımına odaklanıyor: insanın kendisine inanması. Kendi girişimcilik hikâyesinden yola çıkarak, küçük bir inancın nasıl büyük dön

From the perspective of a TV host and public speaking coach, Hoang Oanh explores how language is not merely a tool for communication, but a powerful mirror of our thinking. Through her deeply personal journey of becoming a single mother, she reveals how the stories we tell ourselves can either trap