Marchael shares his personal journey of discovery and connection in Saudi Arabia—from the warmth of its hospitality to the richness of its food and culture.(Background music): Song: The Epic Hero Composer: Keys Of Moon Website: https://www.youtube.com/c/keysofmoonmusic License: Creative Commons (BY-NC 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/ Music powered by BreakingCopyright: https://breakingcopyright.com Mr. Marchael Van Reenen, also known as Idris, is a passionate English teacher, mentor, coach, and motivator whose impact stretches across South Africa and Saudi Arabia. With over 13 years of dedicated service, he has inspired thousands of students through education, sports, and community outreach. He has taught in schools, colleges, and universities in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam, where his energy and commitment have left a lasting legacy. His work in community feeding schemes and educational programs has provided crucial support to learners in need. Mr. Marchael believes in shaping the whole student, following a holistic teaching philosophy inspired by Max Wertheimer. Outside the classroom, he is a talented singer who has performed at weddings and special events, and a trained soccer coach who uses sport to teach life skills such as unity, discipline, and perseverance. Through every role he plays, Mr. Marchael continues to uplift and transform lives. 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