Confessions of a recovering perfectionist | Alondra Anderson | TEDxSHSU
We’ve all felt the pressure to prove ourselves. For Alondra Anderson, perfectionism became a relentless chase, until she was forced to question everything. When health issues ended her dream of dance, Anderson thought she had lost herself. Perfectionism told her she was never enough. As a licensed c
The invisible words that shape our lives | Sharonda Taylor Johnson | TEDxSHSU
Words are more than sound, they are weight. They shape how we see ourselves, influence what we believe is possible, and can either anchor us in pain or lift us into purpose. In this talk, Sharonda Taylor Johnson explores the unseen power of language through personal testimony, neuroscience, and stor
Unlocking emotional regulation | Haitrieu Nguyen | TEDxSHSU
During the pandemic, Haitrieu Nguyen realized she had the emotional regulation of a four-year-old, a moment that reignited lifelong grief from her upbringing as the daughter of immigrant parents. Instead of defeat, she developed the FLO method – Feelings, Listening, Options – and used the Mood Meter
The Strength Illusion: Why We Fear Vulnerability | Jessica Lovell | TEDxSHSU
We grow up believing strength means never breaking, never asking for help, and always having it together. In this talk, Jessica Lovell challenges this belief, drawing from her own journey from a survival-driven upbringing to executive leadership. Through personal stories, cultural reflections, and t
The impact of authenticity in a culture of comparison | Adriana de Moura | TEDxUMiami
In this talk, Adriana de Moura, international art dealer and reality TV argues that in a world obsessed with comparison and curated perfection, authenticity is not just self-expression, but a strategic and transformative advantage. She illustrates this through her personal journey of abandoning her
How to thrive when there is no plan B | Olga Lykova | TEDxUMiami
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
How spontaneity can transform your life | Timothy Sturtevant | TEDxSHSU
Every day, people perfect their schedule to a science, doing the same things over and over and rarely changing anything. This rut means going from active participant to merely passive observer of your own life. In this talk, Timothy Sturtevant addresses why rigid routines are not only bad for your b
Are You Human Enough? | Dana Alsulaiman | TEDxAGS Youth
As digital technologies continue to transform how we work, learn, and communicate, this talk examines the growing importance of human-centered skills. Prof. Dana Alsulaiman explores people skills such as communication, empathy, and collaboration, and explains their role in supporting ethical innovat
Between the Classroom and the Court | Malak Alassiri | TEDxAGS Youth
From the classroom to the court, we are constantly shaped by the people around us—teammates, classmates, coaches, and friends. In this talk, Malak Alassiri explores how everyday interactions in sports and school influence confidence, discipline, and decision-making. Drawing connections between teamw
The Power of Time Management | Yousef Alsulaimani | TEDxAGS Youth
Time management is not just about schedules—it is about making intentional choices. In this talk, Yousef Alsulaimani focuses on how students can effectively plan, prioritize, and manage their time in an increasingly busy academic and social environment. He discusses practical techniques such as goal
The Limits of Expectations | Salam Munshi | TEDxAGS Youth
Expectations can inspire growth—or quietly hold us back. In this talk, Salam Munshi examines how expectations from society, school, and even ourselves influence performance, confidence, and decision-making. She explores the difference between healthy motivation and limiting pressure, helping student
The Challenge of Success: A Student-Athlete Reality | Jamil Alawadi | TEDxAGS Youth
Balancing success in sports and academics is a challenge many young people face. In this talk, Jamil Alawadi shares the reality of being a student-athlete, where discipline, sacrifice, and resilience are tested daily. He explores the pressures of performing in the classroom and on the field, and how
Porażka zaczyna się od milczenia | Ewa Zimnowłocka - Łozyk | TEDxPolitechnika Gdańska
Czy nowoczesne przywództwo może istnieć bez szczerej rozmowy? Psycholog biznesu udowadnia, że otwarte mówienie o trudnościach i błędach to fundament skutecznej współpracy i prawdziwego rozwoju. dr Ewa Zimnowłocka-Łozyk to psycholog biznesu, który od lat wspiera ludzi oraz zespoły w odkrywaniu, jak t
Ciężka i uczciwa praca to za mało… | Mateusz Jemioł | TEDxPolitechnika Gdańska
Mateusz Jemioł wyjaśnia, dlaczego talent i ciężka praca to dziś za mało, by odnieść sukces. Dowiedz się, jak świadome budowanie marki osobistej pozwala przebić się przez informacyjny szum i zyskać realną przewagę na rynku. Mateusz Jemioł to reżyser i producent filmów reklamowych, ekspert wideomarket
Farkındalık: Anda Olmanın Gücü | Gülden Akın | TEDxTrabzon University
Teol Dil Okulları Şubeler Kurumsal Direktörü Gülden Akın, “Farkındalık: Anda Olmanın Gücü” başlıklı konuşmasında, modern hayatın hızında kaybolan dikkatin ve farkındalığın bireysel yaşam üzerindeki etkisini ele alıyor. Anda kalmanın; stres, karar verme süreçleri ve insan ilişkileri üzerindeki dönüşt
Czy Twoje szczęście i spokój są jak stopy pod prysznicem? | Paweł Węgier | TEDxPolitechnika Gdańska
Paweł udowadnia, że szczęście i spokój to stan umysłu dostępny dla każdego. Dowiedz się, jak świadomie budować wewnętrzną równowagę, niezależnie od codziennego chaosu. Paweł wykształcił się w Akademii Trenerów Mentalnych - miejscu, które rozwija ideę treningu mentalnego oraz wykorzystuje wiedzę z za
Każdy krok jest odpowiedzią. Moja droga na Everest. | Michał Leksiński | TEDxPolitechnika Gdańska
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)
Dlaczego stereotypów nie da się przełamać | Damian Stefańczyk | TEDxPolitechnika Gdańska
Damian Stefańczyk wyjaśnia, dlaczego całkowite przełamanie stereotypów jest niemożliwe. Z nagrania dowiesz się, co paradoksalnie dobrego może z nich wynikać i jak spojrzeć na te schematy z innej perspektywy. Dziennikarz i twórca podcastu Damian’s Corner, w którym przełamuje bariery językowe, prowadz
Você já é o que você está tentando se tornar | Aline Odara | TEDxSaoPaulo
O que muda quando paramos de esperar autorização para ocupar nosso lugar no mundo? Aline Odara fala sobre astúcia como estratégia de existência, resistência e transformação. Longe de ser dissimulação, a astúcia aparece como inteligência política e emocional para atravessar estruturas que historicame
My a AI: Ako ešte zmení svet, a ako jej prispôsobiť ten náš | Marek Urban | TEDxTurcianskeTeplice
V čase, keď umelá inteligencia dokáže tvoriť, analyzovať aj učiť sa rýchlejšie než človek, sa mení samotný význam odbornosti. Marek Urban skúma, ktoré ľudské zručnosti zostávajú kľúčové v ére AI a na čo by sme sa mali sústrediť pri učení v budúcnosti. Marek Urban is a researcher focused on artificia
Iubire, Ură și Răscrucile Vieții | LAVINIA BÂRLOGEANU | TEDxBaiaMare
Lavinia Bârlogeanu a adus pe scena TEDxBaiaMare 2025 un discurs profund despre iubire, ură și răscrucile vieții. A vorbit despre felul în care emoțiile noastre cele mai puternice apar ca mesaje, nu ca probleme. Ura, spunea ea, vine ca să ne echilibreze, să ne arate că ne am pierdut centrul și că a s