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You're Not Broken: You're Running Outdated Software | Sean Finter | TEDxIESEBarcelona
Jun 11, 2026
This isn’t a talk about failure. It’s about what happens after success; when praise masks damage, exhaustion is mistaken for drive, and the most dangerous lie becomes “I’m fine.” Through raw, deeply personal stories spanning five countries and four decades, Sean Finter reveals how the beliefs installed early in life quietly hijack our health, relationships, and sense of self. This talk dismantles the myth that more discipline, more grit, or more success will fix what’s actually breaking underneath. If you’re successful, composed, and pretending not to notice the check-engine light, this talk isn’t a coincidence. You’ll leave with a choice most people only get after something breaks. Sean Finter has held nearly every role in the bar and restaurant business, starting as a dishwasher in a small town in Canada, owning and operating venues in Sydney, and eventually building one of the industry's largest global consultancies in the U.S. His education didn't come from business school. It came from grit, hustle, and apprenticing under some of the best operators in hospitality, the only industry he ever felt at home in. A father of four, Sean learned firsthand what it means to sacrifice too much for success. Today, as a bar and restaurant coach, his mission is to show others they don't have to choose between a thriving business and a thriving life; because hospitality, at its core, is about connection, community, and extraordinary experiences. 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
Soul Matters | Verne Harnish | TEDxIESEBarcelona
Jun 11, 2026
Founders/artists/creators often describe how they’ve put their “heart and soul” into a venture, project, or initiative. The Heart side seems well understood, representing the purpose and passion. Yet, it’s the Soul of the organization which is the glue that provides a unifying “how” we deliver on our promises and passion. Verne Harnish is founder of the world-renowned Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), with over 18,000 members worldwide, and founded and chaired for fifteen years EO’s premiere CEO program held at MIT, a program in which he still teaches today. Founder and CEO of Scaling Up, a global executive education and coaching company with over 290 partners on six continents, Verne has spent the past four decades helping companies scaleup. He’s the author of Mastering the Rockefeller Habits; authored The Greatest Business Decisions of All Times,” for which Jim Collins wrote the foreword; wrote Scaling Up (Rockefeller Habits 2.0) which has been translated into 26 languages and has won eight major international book awards including the International Book Award for Best General Business book; and is the co-author of Scaling Up Compensation. His latest book is Start to Scale. 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
The Myth of Modern Creativity | Sophie Chen | TEDxSHSID Youth
Jun 11, 2026
Sophie redefines the meaning of humanity through her years as a French horn player. She believes human mistakes are the key to new possibilities. Sophie combines her love for technology and music in order to understand the world, and has excelled in many past competitions for both interests. She’ll share how experience and the use of tools has influenced human creativity. 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
Empathy: The Engine for Human Progress | Ronnie Zhou | TEDxSHSID Youth
Jun 11, 2026
Through revisiting key moments in history, Ronnie discovers the key component that fuels humanity's advancement: empathy. From a frozen Christmas truce in 1914 to the rise of civilizations, Ronnie follows a force that lingers behind the scenes in human history, arguing that this may be the only answer for the troubles we face ahead. 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
What If motivation is the problem? | Robyn Godfrey | TEDxAirlie
Jun 11, 2026
What if motivation is the very thing holding you back? Drawing from her journey from burnout to completing all six World Marathon Majors, Robyn Godfrey challenges the belief that success begins with inspiration. Instead, she reveals how small actions shape identity, build self-trust, and create lasting change. Robyn Godfrey is an RRCA-certified running coach and author of Running the World, a memoir chronicling her journey from self-doubt to completing all six World Marathon Majors. After two decades in high-pressure sales and technical fields, she left corporate America to pursue a meaningful path as a writer, coach, and speaker. A member of the Wilmington Road Runners, Robyn began running at 47 with just 30 seconds on a treadmill—a moment that sparked a global journey across the world’s most iconic finish lines. Along the way, she faced her husband’s battle with stage 4 cancer, injuries, COVID-19 isolation, and natural disasters, yet continued moving forward one step at a time. She now helps others achieve their goals and transform their lives, teaching that even the smallest step can create unstoppable momentum and extraordinary change. 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
Embrace Humanity | Pete Chen | TEDxSHSID Youth
Jun 11, 2026
Pete uncovers the unpredictability of humans by observing the world around him and his experiences as a leader. Pete is a versatile leader and manages clubs with focuses such as law, writing, and service. As a key part of his everyday life, Pete explores whether or not there is a formula to humanity, and how to manage activities in relation to people. 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
Pourquoi voyez-vous la vache, mais pas la prairie ! | Marie FORÊT | TEDxClermont
Jun 11, 2026
“Et si je vous disais que nous sommes toutes et tous atteint d'une forme de cécité ? Pas une perte de vue physique, mais une incapacité psychologique à percevoir ce qui nous entoure le plus : les plantes.” Dans cette intervention captivante, Marie Forêt, ingénieure agronome spécialisée en écologie, nous révèle le phénomène de la "cécité végétale". Elle nous explique pourquoi notre cerveau ignore instinctivement les végétaux pour se concentrer sur le mouvement, et comment ce manque d'attention met aujourd'hui notre avenir en péril. Dans cette vidéo, vous découvrez : - Le test de la vache : Pourquoi notre regard ignore le décor naturel au profit de l'animal. - Une dépendance vitale : Des médicaments (aspirine, taxol) à nos vêtements et notre alimentation, les plantes assurent notre survie. - Les dangers de l'indifférence : Comment notre "aveuglement" facilite la destruction des habitats et la propagation d'espèces invasives comme la Renouée du Japon. - Réapprendre à voir : L'intervenante propose des conseils pratiques pour éveiller vos sens, de l'observation des fissures sur les trottoirs à l'éveil du goût et de l'odorat. "Nous ne protégeons bien que ce que l’on connaît. Il est temps de changer de regard sur le monde vert qui nous entoure." #Nature #Plantes #Environnement #CécitéVégétale #Biodiversité #Écologie — Intervention filmée lors du TEDxClermont 2025 : TURBULENCES, Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne, France, 10/12/2025. Plus d’interventions sur : http://tedxclermont.fr/ Rejoignez-nous sur les réseaux sociaux : https://www.facebook.com/TEDxClermont https://www.linkedin.com/company/tedxclermont https://www.instagram.com/tedxclermont/ — Marie a toujours été passionnée par les sols et la forêt, une passion transmise notamment par son grand-père bûcheron en Ardèche qui lui apprenait à entretenir sa futaie. « J’ai toujours aimé comprendre comment les humains vivent dans leur milieu, en termes de ressenti. » dit-elle. Sa quête de compréhension du lien entre l’humain et son milieu l’orientera au tout début des années 2000 vers des études d’agronomie et d’écologie et un diplôme d’ingénieure agronome. Marie est aujourd’hui spécialiste de la biodiversité des forêts et des sols. Son métier est de faciliter la prise en compte de ces enjeux dans les entreprises et les organisations. Voilà vingt ans qu’elle conduit des projets complexes en écologie, forêt, développement de filières et gestion d’entreprises. Elle a constitué et elle anime la Coalition des Fonds et Fondations engagées pour les forêts françaises. Pour Marie, la Nature est une source d’inspiration et d’émerveillement infinie. — 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
İnsansı ve Makinemsi Olmak | Prof. Dr. Ziya Selçuk | TEDxOSTİMTech
Jun 11, 2026
“İnsansı ve Makinemsi Olmak” başlıklı TEDx konuşması, insan ile makine arasındaki farkı ve bu farkın giderek nasıl belirsizleştiğini ele alır. Kısaca öne çıkan fikirler: İnsansı olmak, duygulara sahip olmak, empati kurabilmek, anlam üretmek ve değerlerle hareket etmek demektir. Makinemsi olmak ise daha çok tekrar eden, kurallara bağlı, mekanik ve otomatik davranışları ifade eder. Selçuk’a göre modern eğitim ve yaşam tarzı, insanları giderek makinemsi davranışlara itmektedir (ezber, standartlaşma, kalıplaşmış düşünme gibi). Oysa gelecekte fark yaratacak olan şey, makinelerin yapamayacağı insana özgü becerilerdir: yaratıcılık, merak, sezgi ve anlam kurma. Bu nedenle eğitim sisteminin amacı, “bilgi yüklemek” değil, insanı insansı kılan özellikleri geliştirmek olmalıdır. 1961 yılında Ankara’da doğan Ziya Selçuk, Ankara Atatürk Lisesi mezunudur. Lisans ve yüksek lisansını Ankara Üniversitesi Eğitimde Psikolojik Hizmetler alanında, doktorasını ise Hacettepe Üniversitesi’nde tamamlamıştır. Akademik kariyerine Gazi Üniversitesi Eğitim Fakültesi’nde başlayan Selçuk, burada doçentlik ve profesörlük unvanlarını almıştır. Millî Eğitim Bakanlığı’nda rehber öğretmenlik yapan Selçuk, 2003-2006 yılları arasında Talim ve Terbiye Kurulu Başkanlığı görevini yürütmüş, 2004 müfredat reformuna liderlik etmiştir. TED Üniversitesi kurucuları arasında yer almış, Türkiye Zekâ Vakfı başta olmak üzere birçok kurumda görev üstlenmiştir. Eğitim bilimleri alanında çok sayıda eser veren Selçuk, 2018-2021 yılları arasında Millî Eğitim Bakanı olarak görev yapmış ve “2023 Eğitim Vizyonu”nu hayata geçirmiştir. Evli ve üç çocuk babasıdır. . 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
Engineering & Photography | Julie Zhu | TEDxSHSID Youth
Jun 11, 2026
Julie discusses the meaning of being human from her diverse passions in engineering and photography. For years, Julie’s learnt that a great photograph and engine are built in the same way: patience and precision. In her talk, she dives into how creativity is not an artistic add-on to logical thinking, but instead humanity’s essential skill that makes both that makes both art and science possible. 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
Finding Humanity in a World of AI | Lola Guan | TEDxSHSID Youth
Jun 11, 2026
Through her experiences as both an actor and a volunteer, Lola redefines her interpretation of humanity amongst the waves of new technology. Lola has participated in a multitude of different art forms, including opera, theater, dance, and fashion. She’ll explore how crucial creativity is in order to embrace humanity, not only through arts but language. 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
Imperfect Human Equation | Jiaojiao Shi | TEDxSHSID Youth
Jun 11, 2026
Ms. Shi extracts important lessons about humanity as she reviews multiple moments and turning points of her life. Jiaojiao Shi is Senior Legal Counsel at a U.S.-based Fortune 500 medical technology company. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Economic Law from East China University of Political Science and Law and an LL.M. from Emory University. She was admitted to practice law in China and the State of New York, with prior experience at leading German and U.S. law firms in Shanghai. She brings more than ten years of experience advising multinational companies on foreign investment, mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, and general commercial matters. 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
SoilSense: AI-Powered Soil Care for a Sustainable Future | Allison Huang | TEDxSHSID Youth
Jun 11, 2026
Allison discusses the process of finding a solution that incorporates AI to solve the problems with soil. Allison believes the next frontier of sustainability should be built from the ground up - literally. Through SoilSense, she shows human originality can merge with AI to protect the planet we share. 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
Navigating the Future of Intelligence | Zihua Liu | TEDxSHSID Youth
Jun 11, 2026
With his expertise in AI and finance, Professor Liu enlightens the crowd with his approach to solving real-world problems with novel technology. Assistant Professor in Finance, Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University. Dr. Liu earned his PhD from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, focusing on the cutting-edge applications of artificial intelligence and large language models in finance. His research examines the impact of AI on financial markets, analyst behavior, and corporate disclosure, employing techniques such as text analysis and machine learning to systematically explore the generation, dissemination, and economic impact of information in financial markets. In addition to his academic work, Dr. Liu has extensive industry experience and serves as a strategic advisor for a private equity fund. Previously, he worked at Microsoft Online, optimizing algorithms for the MSN website, gaining hands-on experience in large-scale data processing and algorithm optimization. He has also conducted financial data mining at Wind Information and DBS Bank in Singapore. 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
The not-so-rare world of rare diseases | Zhenghong Gao | TEDxApex
Jun 10, 2026
How can a disease be considered "rare" when it affects 350 million people? In this compelling talk, the speaker unpacks one of healthcare's greatest paradoxes: thousands of rare diseases collectively impact a population larger than most countries. Through stories, research, and insight, he highlights the gaps in diagnosis, treatment, and awareness that leave millions searching for answers. By reframing rare diseases as a global challenge rather than isolated conditions, he offers a powerful vision for accelerating innovation and improving lives around the world. Dr. Zhenghong Gao is an internationally recognized scientist, drug developer, and biotech entrepreneur dedicated to transforming groundbreaking discoveries into life-saving therapies for patients worldwide. A trusted scientist-turned industry builder and cross-border strategist, he bridges the gap between pharma giants, cutting-edge biotechs, academia, and top-tier investors to translate early-stage breakthroughs into clinical realities. Driven by a patient-centric philosophy, Dr. Gao synergizes deep scientific expertise with strategic vision, utilizing data-driven dealmaking and high-impact alliances to spark global ecosystem collaboration and accelerate drug development. As a keynote speaker on platforms like TEDx, he champions a global vision to innovative medicine, focusing on delivering vital therapeutic breakthroughs to massive, historically underserved patient populations, especially rare diseases patients. 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
How to Find Clarity When the World Feels Loud | Mikaya Thurmond | TEDxNCState
Jun 10, 2026
From breaking newsrooms to personal crises, chaos is inevitable, but confusion doesn’t have to be. Mikaya Thurmond shares what high-stakes communication experiences have taught her about staying grounded, thinking clearly, and responding with intention when the world feels overwhelming. This talk is a guide to cutting through noise and finding clarity when it matters most. Mikaya Thurmond is a communications strategist, former television news anchor, and founder and CEO of Milan Public Relations. With more than 15 years of experience, she has worked at the intersection of media, leadership, and high-stakes messaging. She spent seven years anchoring at WRAL in Raleigh, where she rose from reporter to weekday anchor, earning two Associated Press awards and four Emmy nominations. National outlets including CNN, The Weather Channel, CBS Evening News, and NBC’s Today Show regularly called on her for live breaking news coverage. Today, Mikaya advises executives and mission-driven organizations on crisis communication and strategic storytelling. In 2025, she was named one of Ragan’s Top Women in Communications in the Crisis Navigator category. A graduate of Harvard University and the University of Georgia, she also teaches visual storytelling at NC State University and serves as a scholarship benefactor through the North Carolina Education Scholarship Fund. 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
Closing the confidence gap that keeps us stuck | Victor George | TEDxNCState
Jun 10, 2026
Like it or not, we’re all playing by rules we didn’t write. Victor George uses the familiar world of football to make regulation, ethics, and governance more accessible, showing how understanding the systems around us builds confidence instead of fear. This talk reframes rules not as restrictions, but as innovations that shape safer, smarter communities. Victor B. George, JD is a North Carolina based ethics and regulatory risk advisor and Principal Consultant at Ethixera Consulting. With a background in law, audit, and governance, he has advised Fortune 500 companies, global financial institutions, and emerging technology firms across the United States and internationally, helping organizations approach compliance with greater confidence and clarity. A national speaker and author, Victor focuses on ethics, regulation, and how people make decisions inside complex systems. Drawing parallels to football, where rules are continually adapted to improve safety, fairness, and the game itself, he reframes regulation as a tool for progress rather than constraint. He brings a human centered lens to complex systems that shape markets, trust, and everyday life. Outside of his professional work, Victor enjoys spending time with his wife and son, playing flag football, being rooted in his community, and exploring genealogy and history. 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
You've already been a genius | Paulina Amador | TEDxPasedena | Paulina Amador | TEDxPasadena
Jun 10, 2026
You've been told genius is rare. You've been told wrong. Paulina Amador reveals the hidden space where every breakthrough in human history was born - and why it already has your name on it. Paulina Amador is the founder of WEGeniusMinds, a Robbins-Madanes Life and Business Coaching Leader, TEDx speaker, bestselling author, host of the upcoming The Genius Zone Podcast, and creator of the groundbreaking documentary "EVOLUTION: The Genius Equation." With over 25 years of experience, she empowers entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and changemakers to unlock their genius, amplify their voice, scale their businesses, and create lasting impact. Her radical mission: helping vissionary leaders remember that genius was never something to earn - it's something they've always possessed. 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
The Power of Waiting | Shrungar Rughani | TEDxLakhotaLake
Jun 10, 2026
In this video, Shrungar (A Movie & Theater Actor & a Podcastor) talks about; What if your empty days are not failure, but preparation? A powerful talk on patience, resilience, and growing through the waiting phase. Shrungar, a Media & Performance enthusiast with an MBA in PR from Symbiosis, pursued marketing and theatre for 8 years before making acting his full-time career in 2023. His work spans Gujarati films (Jhamkudi, Vash Level 2), Hindi web shows (Slumgolf), short films (B4tym, Gloomy Box), and multimedia shows (Viranjali 2.0, Namotsav) among others. Since 2020, he has hosted the Gujarati podcast A Night Before and runs KaviTales Media Productions to support emerging artists across Gujarat. 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
Becoming Magnetic: The Competitive Advantage of Depth | Dr. Mariner Hauer | TEDxSwansea
Jun 10, 2026
We’ve been taught to edit ourselves - to streamline, specialise, and make ourselves easy to label. But what if that instinct to flatten is costing us our edge? In Becoming Magnetic, Dr Marina Hauer explores why depth, when articulated clearly, becomes a competitive advantage, and how individuals and organisations can use their layered identities to become unmistakable, unforgettable, and unignorable. Dr Marina Hauer is a humanist, strategist, and lifelong student of identity. Having lived and worked in four countries, speaking four languages, and holding three degrees - including a PhD - her career has zig-zagged across design, social science, and strategy. What has remained constant is her fascination with how individuals, cultures, and organisations make sense of who they are, and how that invisible logic shapes behaviour, belonging, and power. Her work sits at the intersection of brand, leadership, and organisational behaviour, focusing not on how companies look, but on how they make sense of themselves, how that shapes decisions, and how identity can be deliberately leveraged as a strategic asset. Outside her work, Marina channels that same curiosity into motorcycle travel - always chasing the stories (and street food) that reveal what a place truly values. 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
The Skin We Wear | Dr Kazomi Shingala | TEDxLakhotaLake
Jun 10, 2026
In this video Dr. Kazomi (a Dermatologist & a specialist in dermato-surgery, aesthetics, and laser treatments) talks about why stigma, not skin, is the real disease. Dr. Kazomi Shingala is a dermatologist specializing in clinical dermatology, dermato-surgery, aesthetics, and laser treatments. Guided by evidence-based practice and innovation, she blends science with empathy to reveal the deeper connection between skin and self. For her, dermatology isn’t about vanity—it’s about stories. Through research, patient care, and storytelling, Dr. Shingala highlights how our skin reflects emotion, resilience, and the shared human experience beneath every surface. 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
Colours & Khaab | Janvi Jogal | TEDxLakhotaLake
Jun 10, 2026
In this video, Janvi Jogal (a professional music producer, composer & singer) performs her original songs Colour & Khaab which are also live on popular channels like Spotify, YT Music & Apple Music. Janvi Jogal is a music producer, singer, and songwriter whose work bridges heartfelt emotion with modern soundscapes. Beginning her musical journey at 12, she cultivated a love for creating background music for films and games. She trained in piano at KM Music Conservatory, Chennai, and earned a degree in music composition and production from the Australian Institute of Music, Sydney, where she lived and worked for six years. Now in India, Janvi blends global influences with her roots, crafting songs in English, Hindi, and Gujarati folk. Driven by a desire to translate real emotions into music, she produces, composes, and performs with authenticity, aiming to create a genre-defying sound that resonates deeply with listeners. Her mission is simple yet profound: to touch hearts through music, reminding us that sound is a universal language of feeling. 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
Heart Skills – from Hospitality to Humanity | Kathryn Harris | TEDxSwansea
Jun 10, 2026
Hospitality, at its core, is an act of humanity – the moment someone feels seen; the pause, the presence to show care. When your organization’s tagline is Hospitality with Heart & Soul, you must breathe life to these words. The five skills are not about doing more, they are about being more. Kathryn Harris has spent nearly three decades shaping how people learn, lead, and connect across the hospitality industry. Her career has taken her through every corner of the field—from fine dining and fast casual to casinos and national/international organizations—revealing a powerful truth: no matter the setting, the human connection is what drives exceptional experiences. With a Master’s degree in Instructional Design and Technology, Kathryn has led learning and development at every organizational level. She is also the creator of HeartSkills, a framework built by studying what top performers do differently—and translating those behaviors into five essential human skills that elevate culture, service, and leadership. Originally from Arizona,her work sits at the intersection of performance and humanity—proving that while systems matter, it is the heart that ultimately moves people to excellence. 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
Leading through Chaos | Jon Sindall | TEDxSt Helier
Jun 10, 2026
After surviving the 2019 Sri Lanka Easter bombings, a school leader reflects on how to lead during extreme uncertainty. His key lesson is that in a crisis, leaders should focus on protecting people, communicating constantly, staying calm, and anchoring decisions to a clear purpose. When chaos destroys certainty, principles and purpose become the foundation that helps people move from fear and confusion to stability and success. Jon is Headteacher in the Channel Islands. He has extensive leadership experience and has held senior roles including as an Executive Headteacher in the UK and Head of Secondary at one of the top schools in central Asia. Previously, Jon led school improvement in challenging contexts, driven by a commitment to social mobility and the belief that every child can succeed. Jon holds degrees in English and Modern English Studies, is a member of the Chartered College of Teaching, and is a qualified international school inspector. Married with four children, Jon supports Tranmere Rovers through thin and thin! 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
The Story That’s Running Your Life | James Phillips | TEDxSwansea
Jun 10, 2026
We are always living in reality, but that reality is being created from the inside out. At 17, after the sudden loss of his brother, James formed a quiet belief about himself that shaped his experience of life for years, influencing his relationships, confidence, and identity, even while succeeding on the outside. In this powerful TEDx talk, he explores how our thoughts, meanings, and stories don’t just describe our lives, they create the reality we experience. And when that’s seen clearly, a new beginning becomes possible. James has spent over 20 years supporting individuals through challenges and uncertainty, including more than 13 years as a Social Worker. His professional training in emotional regulation and leadership development is matched by lived experience. Life has not always unfolded gently. Loss, failure, bankruptcy, divorce, and prolonged self-doubt have all shaped James’s journey. Like many, he formed internal stories about who he was and what was possible, stories that once constrained rather than supported him. This curiosity now sits at the centre of his work. James explores how personal stories are formed, how they quietly influence behaviour and identity, and how unexamined meanings can hold people back. Through reflective dialogue and purposeful questioning, he helps individuals develop confidence, resilience, and the ability to choose more empowering narratives, personally and professionally. 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
By Habbit | Helen Joy | TEDxSwansea
Jun 10, 2026
Technology was supposed to enhance our lives. And for the most part, it does. But it's also contributing to us feeling more isolated, more anxious, and more disconnected from each other. Helen's talk shares how we can reverse this tech takeover by introducing moments of intentional human connection into our daily lives. Small, simple things that remind us what we've forgotten: we are human by habit - and we can choose which habits to keep. Helen Joy founded People Spark after spending over a decade leading teams and watching good managers burn out under impossible expectations. She helps overstretched leaders build confident, capable teams, without the micromanaging or the meltdowns. Her work is practical and human. No corporate jargon, no quick fixes, just honest conversations about what actually works when you're leading people in the real world. But her focus has expanded beyond leadership. Through A Million Human Moments, Helen is working to bring intentional connection back into a world that's become increasingly transactional. It starts in the workplace, where connection has been quietly engineered out, but the mission is bigger than that. It's about creating small, meaningful moments that remind us what it means to be human. Because technology might be shaping how we work, but it's humanity that will determine whether that work is worth doing. 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
The Confidence Con: What if nothing's missing? | Gitanjali Trevorrow-Seymour | TEDxSwansea
Jun 10, 2026
In change and uncertainty, we often reach for the same word: confidence. Earn it. Learn it. Build it. Fake it. What if that relentless pursuit has been one long, very convincing con - keeping us from who we truly are and the life we actually want. After a decade-long quest through modern neuroscience and ancient wisdom, self-confessed overthinker and recovered perfectionist Gitanjali discovered that our "confidence problem" is something far simpler to solve. With humour, heart and real life stories, she dismantles the con, names what's really keeping us stuck, and invites to see what's truly possible when we stop chasing confidence and start living as a Possiblist™. In a world filled with uncertainty, award-winning entrepreneur Gitanjali Trevorrow-Seymour is on a mission to fill it with Possiblists™. From acting on stage and screen to leading teams through the Global Financial Crisis to nearly losing her life to studying neuroscience, her unconventional path has fuelled a quest to discover what is truly possible when we are more curious than afraid. With over two decades of real world leadership and global consulting with organisations like Nasdaq, Bloomberg, Unilever and HSBC, unlocking their Possiblist Intelligence™: the capacity to lead, live and grow from what's possible not what's familiar. Known for creating dynamic, thought-provoking experiences that leave audiences fundamentally shifted in how they see themselves and how they create change. Her pioneering approach reflects her Indian and Australian heritage, grounded in modern neuroscience and ancient wisdom to challenge the conditioned thinking that keeps brilliant people stuck. No confidence required. 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
“How Loss Taught Me Presence.” | Derek Nelson | TEDxSwansea
Jun 10, 2026
In this deeply personal talk, Derek Nelson reflects on how loss can teach us powerful lessons. His story reveals how gratitude can live alongside sorrow, how overcoming does not mean erasing pain, and how true resilience is built moment by moment. Derek’s message ultimately points us towards living every day as if it truly matters. Derek is on a quest to become the best version of himself while helping others do the same. A former pediatric bedside nurse and Ironman triathlon finisher, he has spent over 20 years as a professional sales executive and entrepreneur. He holds a Bachelor of Nursing and an MBA from the University of Utah, credentials that reflect his unique blend of heart-led service and strategic leadership. Today, as the owner of Best Self Systems, LLC, Derek focuses on the valuable lessons found in life’s most challenging transitions. Living in Kaysville, Utah, he is most at home hiking or cycling in the nearby mountains. Above all, he treasures his roles as a husband, friend, and dad. Derek believes that by acknowledging the beauty in our past, we can bring more honour and presence to our "right now." 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
Successful entrepreneur to prison. That redefined success forever. | Dean Harrison | TEDxSwansea
Jun 10, 2026
After building an award-winning business, Dean appeared to have everything society calls success. But unresolved trauma, pressure and addiction were hiding beneath the surface. Following a personal collapse and prison at 45, he began redefining success. In this talk, Dean explores why peace, authenticity and self-understanding may matter more than achievement Dean is a father of two sons and a man of Christian faith whose life reflects resilience and restoration. An entrepreneur with strong business acumen, he founded the ERP recruitment company Gorilla ERP, leading it to national recognition and winning Best Business in Wales 2020/2021. Despite external success, unresolved childhood trauma began to shape his life more deeply in his early thirties, affecting relationships, leadership, and self-worth. For a time, he turned to alcohol to cope with growing pressures. Between 2023 and 2025, Dean faced his most difficult season, which became the catalyst for breakthrough. Through counselling, deep personal work, and diagnoses of ADHD and PTSD, he gained new understanding of lifelong challenges. Grounded in faith and guided by hope, Dean rebuilt his life from the inside out. Today, he is passionate about helping others confront their past, find healing, and discover that transformation and a renewed life are possible. 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
What my mother’s Alzheimer’s taught me about laughter | Dani Klein Modisett | TEDxCapeMay
Jun 7, 2026
Despite working as a comic for over twenty years and teaching stand-up at UCLA for ten, when my mother became depressed, facing an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, I could not make her laugh. Desperate to recapture this light in her eyes, I had an idea that would not only change her end-of-life experience but also my understanding of how laughter connects us. In this TEDx talk, I share what I have learned in 30 years as a professional, a daughter, and a wife about specific comedians’ tools that help us break through feelings of isolation and create joyful communication where we least expect it. Dani Klein Modisett is a comedian/author and Founder/CEO of the award-winning company Laughter On Call. LOC launched to help her mother who became depressed facing the disease. Since then the company has grown to help all people feeling isolated. It has trained thousands of caregivers and worked with over 600 companies around the world including META, Amazon, Capital One, and Bristol Myers. Dani is also author of the books, “Afterbirth: stories you won’t read in a parenting magazine (St. Martin’s Press) “Take My Spouse, Please,” (Penguin Random House) a how-to for using comedian’s tools to keep laughing in marriage. Dani taught Stand-Up at UCLA for 10 years and has coached business leaders and Congressional candidates to use humor to connect. She’s been a keynote speaker at Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, Dartmouth Entrepreneur Forum, CALA, ICAA. She has been a guest speaker at the Milken Global Conference, Stanford, MIT, Columbia, Fuqua and Harvard Business School. 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
How to identify trustworthy information | Eric McDermott | TEDxSonomaCounty
Jun 6, 2026
Eric McDermott, a leading influencer in business, explores how our brains constantly navigate the fine line between truth, beliefs, perception, and reality—especially in an age where information overload and mistrust shape our thinking. By day, Eric McDermott is an equity partner at a financial services firm with more than 60,000 clients. He and his team focus on helping business leaders make their financial strategies as successful as their career. Eric holds multiple advanced and accredited financial designations including Certified Financial Planner®. In his other company, NEXTpectations®, Eric’s live keynotes help audiences prepare for what comes next in career, teams and business. With a unique brand of visual story telling, he converts complex concepts into easy-to-understand frameworks. Eric has amassed over half-a-million online followers and been named "Best Business Influencer of the Year", winning two Stevies (the Oscars of the business world) for his social media channels. Eric is also a three-time best-selling author (USA Today and Amazon), and has numerous published Forbes articles. 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
