Make Intellect and Impact Sexy Again | Brandi Stankovic | TEDxLas Vegas Academy Youth
In this talk, Dr. Brandi Stankovic challenges the modern definition of influence shaped by social media culture. Drawing from nearly two decades of research, leadership work, and global experience, she examines how validation-driven metrics like views, likes and visibility have distorted self-worth,
Overcoming Peer Pressure: "No" to Others Is a "Yes" to Yourself | Carmen Huang | TEDxGUIS NCPA Youth
As someone who has faced pressure to fit in at different stages of her life, Carmen Huang shares her journey through self-doubt, the struggle to conform to others, and the challenge of finding her own voice. A lifetime of saying “yes” to everyone—except yourself. What happens when you finally find t
When Everyone Tells You Who You Are | Jiachen He | TEDxSSFBC Youth
This talk shares my experience of being constantly defined by others throughout my upbringing—from being magnified and judged as the principal’s daughter to gradually losing my sense of self. After coming to the United States, I finally found the space to rediscover who I am, learning to accept my i
Another story my anxiety told me | Zizhen Ren | TEDxSSFBC Youth
What if social anxiety wasn’t a flaw, but an internal compass? My story of understanding it began when I stopped fighting and started listening. And it’s recalibrating my world. Student This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local communi
Fighting for animal justice | Yixin Cui | TEDxSSFBC Youth
Many animals like lab and military dogs serve humans yet face abuse, abandonment, or illegal trade. High-profile cases, such as the on-screen killing of a military dog and the poisoning of a pet, highlight systemic issues. China currently lacks specific laws protecting companion animals, often treat
The Quiet Cost of Keeping Up: Why We Need to Ditch Comparison | Yiman Sun | TEDxSSFBC Youth
This speech starts with the speaker’s 10th-grade insecurity over their beat-up, taped Lego fire truck, which paled in comparison to a friend’s fancy Lego Millennium Falcon. It points out that peer-driven material comparison is common among teens and persists into adulthood, often harming mental heal
Dare to fail,grow to prevail | Lei Yu | TEDxSSFBC Youth
Have you ever hesitated to start something, paralyzed by the fear of imperfection? In this speech, you’ll hear a true story of breaking free from the chains of perfectionism, along with insights from Steve Jobs’ journey. It will show you: Let go of the obsession with “zero mistakes—daring to try and
Indian Cosmetology and Perfumery, leads from the past | Vaidya Jayant Deopujari | TEDxCivilLines
Vaidya Jayant Deopujari delivered an insightful talk on Indian Cosmetology & Perfumery: Leads from the Past, highlighting that humans are the only species that consciously enhance beauty. From natural pigments and flowers to fragrant flora, cosmetology predates even clothing. Archaeological evidence
From Passion to Platform: Building Credibility in the Digital Space | Najeeb Rahman | TEDxTKMCE
In this engaging talk, Najeeb Rahman, an automotive enthusiast, shares his inspiring journey of building a YouTube channel dedicated to automobile reviews. Beginning with no prior connections or industry backing, Najeeb opens up about the challenges of gaining brand trust and how he creatively overc
Stop Optimizing Your Life | Hugo Hu | TEDxAdcote School Shanghai Youth
For three years, I had the honour of offciating our school's flag-raising ceremonies. I'mdeeply fascinated by cultures and passionate about building bridges between different ethnicgroups and genders.1 love learning languages and exploring philosophy, as they both help meunderstand the world and peo
Innovation, be and for the next generation. | Andy Hu | TEDxAdcote School Shanghai Youth
The interdisciplinary perspective has flled me with interest and a desire to explore humanthinking processes. I like listening to background music; especially when I am alone, musicallows me to have a dialogue with the thoughts deep within my heart. I also enjoy sports, notbecause I want to win any
Log off, live on | Ivy Zhou | TEDxAdcote School Shanghai Youth
I'm absolutely thrilled and deeply honored to be here today.I've long admired ted as a globalplatform that amplifes inspiring ideas and fosters meaningful connections.i frmly believe inthe power of stories and knowledge to bridge gaps between us all,and I'm ecstatic to be partof this journey both to
Why Do People Lie? | Jacob Hu | TEDxGUIS NCPA Youth
High school student Jacob Hu talks about the truths and reasons behind lies. Lies are told everywhere in our everyday lives, at home, at work, at school, on the streets. It as evolved from deceptions seen in animals, to creating entirely new realities. However, lying isn't always as bad as we think.
Wear Your Scars as Badges of Honor | Nancy Liu | TEDxGUIS NCPA Youth
"Wear Your Scars as Badges of Honor" is a powerful personal narrative from a young woman who grew up under the weight of external judgment and internalized criticism. During Nancy's journey of growing up, she was teased with the nickname "Bucky girl." At the beginning, she was able to overcome the b
Say No to Judging by Appearance and Bullying | Coco Wu | TEDxGUIS NCPA Youth
At an age that should be full of joy and energy, Coco was left with deep scars because bullies judged her about her looks very rude and hurtful. This experience has made her abhor the act of judging others based on looks, and she feels deeply sadness because of the harm caused by verbal bullying on
Uçurumun Kıyısında Cesaret: Yatırım, Değişim ve Beynimiz | Şükrü Cem Kaya | TEDxBilkent U
Yatırım dünyası çoğu zaman bir uçurumun kenarında durmaya benzer: Aşağısı belirsizlik, yukarısı korku, ileride ise yalnızca atana açılan bir boşluk. Sermaye piyasalarında yaklaşık otuz yıla uzanan kariyeriyle Şükrü Cem Kaya, bu konuşmada değişen dünyada inovasyonun, konfor alanından çıkmanın ve kari
Uçurumdan Geri Dönmek: Zihninle Hayatı Yeniden Yazmak | Burak Dalgül | TEDxBilkent U
Bir Türk subayı… Bir keskin nişancı mermisi… Beyin ameliyatı sonrası neredeyse sıfırdan başlayan bir iyileşme süreci… Burak Dalgül bu konuşmada, hayatın onu kelimenin tam anlamıyla uçurumun kenarına getirdiği bir anda, nasıl kendi gerçekliğini yeniden var ettiğini anlatıyor. Yürümeyi, konuşmayı, oda
Youth Restiveness: The Myth, Misconceptions, and Realities | Dr. Zinat Suleiman Mohammed | TEDxSAZU
In this thought-provoking TEDx talk, Dr. Zinat explores the complex phenomenon of youth restiveness — often misunderstood, misrepresented, and oversimplified. With a focus on the myths that surround the behavior of young people in marginalized communities, the talk dives deep into the root causes: s
When Truth Dies With It's Tellers | Hana Rabie | TEDxWhite Oaks Secondary School
"A gripping talk about advocacy, media, and truth telling." I'm Hana Rabie, a 17-year-old Grade 12 student at White Oaks Secondary School. Over the years, I’ve developed a deep passion for writing, public speaking, research, and critical thinking. I’m committed to both personal and academic growth a
Cómo conectar con tu GPS interno, tu Guía de Propósito Superior | Carolina Lasso | TEDxMedellin
Esta charla nos invita a detenernos y escuchar a la brújula interna que todas las personas llevamos dentro: nuestro GPS o Guía de Propósito Superior. Carolina Lasso nos comparte reflexiones, metáforas y experiencias personales para cultivar una vida con mayor sentido, realización personal y plenit
Por que ter uma renda alta não garante tranquilidade financeira? | Lai Santiago | TEDxBrasilia
O consumo não serve apenas para atender necessidades: ele comunica identidade, marca pertencimento e, muitas vezes, sustenta uma performance social. Ao mostrar como cultura, redes sociais e vieses do cérebro influenciam decisões financeiras, esta fala desmonta a ideia de que renda alta garante tranq