
A meaningful life isn’t found—it’s constructed. This talk breaks down how purpose is created through conscious choices, inner clarity, and consistency, long before success ever shows up. Mr. Anand Munshi is a globally experienced motivational speaker, author, and executive coach with nearly 25 years

To those who wonder how one person can make a difference: There is a beauty in using choral singing as a bridge. Surrounding music education, Shinong Song explains how choral singing meets the unique needs of all ages, fostering connection for middle-aged and adult singers, nurturing character in ch

Validation is addictive . The more we chase validation, the less we hear our own voice because it borrows certainty from other people.We begin with curiosity, but slowly replace it with approval.Somewhere between likes and praise, we outsource our self-worth. An avid student speaker from Akshara Int

Em um tempo marcado por excesso de informação, polarização e automatismos, Aline Midlej propõe uma reflexão essencial: o que acontece quando deixamos de sentir? Nesta palestra, ela fala sobre o papel da sensibilidade, da empatia e da escuta no jornalismo e na vida. Sentir, aqui, não é fragilidade: é

Speed not as haste, but clarity and precision under pressure Decision-making when oxygen, time, and margin for error shrink The inner discipline that allows fast, safe movement in extreme terrain Anand Mali is a passionate Mountaineer and a national Level sports climbing athelete who thrives on turn

Suốt nhiều năm đi học, mình luôn tin vào lời dạy quen thuộc rằng chỉ cần học chăm và đạt điểm cao thì sẽ thành công. Nhưng càng lớn, mình càng nhận ra đó chỉ là một “lời nói dối đẹp”, vì nó dẫn mình đến hai sự thật quan trọng. Sự thật đầu tiên là việc học không bao giờ suôn sẻ: điểm số chịu ảnh hưởn

As aves marinhas são muito mais do que parte da paisagem, são mensageiras da saúde dos oceanos. A pesquisadora Geisiane Maiara Sobral dedica seu trabalho a entender o que elas têm a nos contar sobre as mudanças no mar e no planeta. Nesta palestra, ela revela como observar o voo das aves é também uma

We are starting to understand today’s climate risks — but what about tomorrow’s? Those are the risks that really matter for our long-term decisions. In this talk, climate resilience strategist and insurance industry leader Andrea Stürmer shows why future risk data must be open and accessible, so tha

Quando proteger a água é proteger a vida. O Igarapé Água Branca é hoje o último igarapé limpo da cidade de Manaus, um corpo d’água que resiste em meio ao avanço urbano, ao esquecimento e à degradação ambiental. Nesta palestra, Jo Farah compartilha a história de luta, cuidado e mobilização em torno d

Com mais de 25 anos de trajetória musical e um repertório autoral que atravessa pop, regional e poesia urbana, Wendy Lady traz ao TEDxManaus sua visão de música como expressão de identidade, ancestralidade e potência feminina. Sua voz potente e presença artística afirmam que ser musical é viver em c

Diretamente de Manaus, no caração da Amazônia, um sonho que nasceu nos rios decidiu ganhar o céu. Na primeira palestra do TEDxManaus, Lucas Guimarães compartilha a jornada por trás do Barco Voador, uma ideia que une inovação, território e coragem para imaginar novos futuros possíveis. Engenheiro mec

Dr Unaisi Narawa reframes the Pacific narrative through a powerful lens: identity that endures even as land is threatened. She weaves together the region’s overlooked histories with its uncertain climate future, revealing how displacement disrupts more than homes - it unsettles language, custom, and

We hear much about a crisis in the humanities. Univerities are retreating from beloved subjects like philosophy, history, and classics. I want to convnce you of two things. First: the crisis in the humanities is the most important crisis of all. It’s not an ivory-tower side show on the more importa

This is not a talk about Jane Austen the beloved novelist. It is a talk which combines Dr Kirstine Moffat’s love of Austen’s novels and her personal delight in playing the piano music that Jane Austen loved. Austen’s story is testimony to the connecting and uplifting power of music. This provides a

When disaster strikes, whether through volcanic eruptions or the slow violence of climate change, the wounds left behind are not only physical but deeply psychological. For Pacific communities, these crises expose a critical truth: current mental health systems often fail to meet our needs. In this

Li Xingxing (Jessica), a Chinese teacher in Brazil, shares her journey of discovering profound cultural differences—from hot water to concepts of time—in everyday life. She reveals deeper shared human bonds: family, hospitality, and connection beyond language. Inspired by the Chinese philosophy of

Previsões sobre o fim do mundo sempre existiram, de Nostradamus a 2012. Mas e se eu te dissesse que o apocalipse não é uma profecia, mas um fato histórico? O paleontólogo Flávio Preto nos leva a uma viagem de 252 milhões de anos atrás, para a maior extinção em massa que a Terra já viu — muito pior q

Was passiert mit einer Demokratie, wenn wir nicht mehr sicher wissen, was wahr und was falsch ist? Thilo Baum zeigt eindringlich, warum Falschinformationen kein Randproblem sind, sondern gezielt unsere Meinungsbildung und Entscheidungsfähigkeit angreifen. Klare Beispiele, historische Bezüge und pers

Ms. Yashnita Nambiar shared her insights on “Why Young Voices Matter More Than Ever” - a thought-provoking exploration of the role of youth in shaping meaningful conversations and driving change. She reflected on the importance of questioning norms, expressing ideas with confidence, and recognising

Mr. Shantilal Joshi shared his insights on “Keeping Traditional Art Alive in a Modern World” - a heartfelt reflection on preserving cultural heritage amid rapid modernisation. He spoke about the importance of passing down traditional art forms and sustaining the legacy of folk traditions through de

Mr. Shyam Sundar Paliwal shared his insights on “How One Village Rewrote the Story of Sustainability” - a powerful idea that demonstrates how community-led initiatives can create lasting environmental and social change. He spoke about the globally recognised Piplantri Model, where the birth of a gir