Top TEDTalks from the PYP Public Relations Committee
TEDTalks have had a profound impact upon not only our society as a whole, but it specifically resonates with the millennial generation. This generation has seen the greatest leaps and bounds of technology, as well as the darker side. TEDTalks have become a way to reach other millennials in way that former generations never had been able to. TEDTalks is global, it is a teaching tool, a form of therapeutic escape, and a support system. We learn from Ted Talks and we reach others through TEDTalks of our own. It’s a type of medium we have been able to harness and do good through.
As students (and teachers) of TEDTalks, the PYP public relations committee have compiled our favorite TEDTalks that inspire us and we hope that they resonate with you as well.
Morgan Whiteley’s TEDTalk: “I got 99 problems Palsy is just one”
Speaker: Maysoon Zayid
Maysoon Zayid, writer, actor, comedian, and co-founder of the Arab-American comedy festival shares her hilariously inspirational story of being a minority woman with Cerebral Palsy. Maysoon proves that (while difficult), a physical disability cannot and should not limit someone’s true potential. At times I often find myself being negative, feeling defeated or challenged and TEDTalks always bring me to a place of appreciation and motivation. It’s inspiring people like Maysoon that encourage me to live my best life and if she can, I “can can”! I hope you enjoy this TEDTalk as much as I do!
Cate Foradori’s TEDTalk: “How do you define yourself?”
Speaker: Lizzie Velasquez
Lizzie Velasquez lives with a rare syndrome only two other people in the world have that causes an inability to gain weight, called Marfanoid–progeroid–lipodystrophysyndrome. The syndrome also caused other issues, including blindness in her right eye. Unfortunately, Lizzie was a victim of cyberbullying where her picture was disbursed and her appearance was mocked. However, Lizzie took control of the unfortunate situation and used it as motivation to climb higher. She is a dynamic young woman with a strength that transcends her tiny frame. I urge all of you to take the time to not only learn about Lizzie, but learn from her and be inspired by her.
Allie Leng’s TEDTalk: “Refusing to Settle: The Quarter Life Crisis”
Speaker: Adam “Smiley” Poswolsky
Today’s young professionals are plagued by FOMO, uncertainty, and often jobs that get us no closer to our future goals. Unlike generations before, we are discovering dissatisfaction with our lives and careers, sooner and more prominently – making the mid-life crisis more of a quarter life crisis. Despite the fact may young adults are experiencing this phenomenon, we look at others and believe they have figured out the secret to a happy and fulfilled life.
This is one of the most relevant and inspiring TEDTalks for young professionals, as well as any professional who is struggling to find and follow their passion. This talk is a great reminder that if you believe in your passions and build a network of others who believe in you and your dreams, you can achieve work that is meaningful and fulfilling. Only you can make it happen. This is my favorite TED talk, because it is extremely positive and inspires me take steps everyday to take a risk and never limit the hustle to pursue what is meaningful in my life.
We hope that you take a few moments to check out these TEDTalks and be inspired! If you’ve seen these TEDTalks, here are a few honorable mentions:
“The Four E’s of Exciting Existence”
Speaker: Tyler Andrews – PYP Board Member
If you take a moment and simply google “bored”, you will find similar sentiments and activities to complete ranging in 701,000,000 search results. Unfortunately, in a world with so many open doors and opportunities, our generation often finds ourselves overwhelmed by boredom. Tyler takes the time to break down each aforementioned “E’ of existence with candor, humor, and humility.
“Architecture That’s Built to Heal”
Speaker: Michael Murphy
Have you ever been inspired by the city skyline? And have you ever stood below the Cathedral of Learning wondering why it evokes such a desire for knowledge? What if this could evoke feelings of comfort and healing? Take a walk with Michael Murphy through his memories and reasons why he’s decided to take a holistic approach to buildings that not only evoke awe, but inspire comfort.
Authored by Catherine Foradori, Public Relations Committee Member
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