Swimming, cycling, and running. Challenging activities on its own, but put them together and you get a real test of athletic prowess. This might be easier for the younger generation, but as someone on the cusp of turning 30, Ayn Bernos proves that age is just another number when it comes to races. Ayn Bernos is a content creator, entrepreneur, beauty queen, and podcaster. She is best known for her content which focuses on confidence, education, and empowerment. She is also an author of a children's book "My Name is Morena", which celebrates the beauty of Filipino heritages and encourages Filipinos of all ages in loving their own beautiful morena skin.Ayn continues to speak against colorism and advocate for empowerment through education. 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

Pia Arcangel's voice has delivered the news that keeps the nation on track, becoming a household name across the country. This time around, that same voice shares with us the different turning points she has gone through on her way to becoming recognized as an established anchor, journalist, and storyteller with over two decades of experience reporting back to the Filipino people. Pia Arcangel is an accomplished journalist and news anchor with over two decades of experience in the media industry. She currently anchors SAKSI (2014-present) and 24 Oras Weekend (2010-present) on GMA Integrated News. Pia also hosts the popular podcast Surprise Guest with Pia Arcangel (2022-present), where she interviews various personalities.Her career with GMA News began as a field correspondent and progressed to becoming the anchor of Balitanghali (2005-2014). In addition to her news roles, Pia has hosted several public affairs programs, including Tunay na Buhay (2019-2022), Unang Hirit (2010-2013), 100% Pinoy (2006-2008), and Art Angel (2004-2010). She has also been assigned to notable field coverages both here and abroad, such as the coronation of King Charles, the Philippine Presidential Elections, and State of the Nation Addresses. 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

This talk focuses on the power of social responsibility and community service, showing how even small actions can lead to a meaningful change. Speaking up for fair trade helps to highlight the importance of empathy, collaboration while emphasizing that anyone, regardless of their background or resources can make a difference. The most important part of this talk is to reflect on how we can each contribute to the betterment of our communities with initiatives that inspire others. If you want to know more about the extraordinary potential of small actions, I hope you’ll join me! Hi! My name is Miranda Estrada and I am currently in 11th grade. 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 is grief?, and how to overcome it. I am aware that not many people talk about grief. It is something that may make some people uncomfortable, but it happens. It is important to learn how to overcome it- some tips or ideas on how to deal with grief in case you ever find yourself in this emotional process. Grief is a feeling that we all feel when we lose someone very important to us. It can be any person: someone in your family, a friend, etc. It can be pets like dogs, cats, etc. To grieve is natural in the process of loss. I know because I have experienced loss a couple of times. In my experience, grief comes and goes in waves of sadness. I know this first-hand. My father had cancer. After fighting cancer for four years, he entered palliative care and died the following week. I was devastated when he passed away, as it changed my whole world. Through the next months, and even years, I have learned this valuable message: Grief never goes away, we only learn how to live with it. To learn to live with grief, to overcome it, it really helps to have a routine. When you feel too sad to do anything, that’s when the routine helps, it gives you structure and order when you need it most; when you feel lost. From experience, I can tell you that getting help is another great way to overcome grief. I talked with people: friends, family, acquaintances, etc. I also entered group sessions with other people who went through the same things. It’s nice to know there are other people who can connect with you about similar experiences- to know you are not alone. I also practiced activities that made me feel calm, that brought me peace, or a way to express my pain. I recommend that everyone should have a hobby, because it really helps to do what you love to distract yourself from grieving. Loss can make oneself feel powerless, I know this, I went through this process. However, I found my strength to overcome grief, to keep going on- to carry on with life. After all, Life keeps moving, you either go with the flow, or you get stuck and cannot keep up. I believe that anyone has the capability of finding their own strength to carry on. I would like to share a quote from the comic-book character Professor X in the film Days of the Future Past: “Just because someone stumbles, loses their way, doesn’t mean they’re lost forever. Sometimes, we all need a little help.” To me, this phrase is inspirational, because it relates with what I’ve lived through. I find it true that sometimes, we do need help to find our strengths, and that’s okay. To need help doesn’t mean you’re weak. No, sometimes help makes us stronger, makes us better people. Thank you all for listening, and haven given me your time to share this message. Hello everyone! My name is Alex Balkin, I am a 11th grade student 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

Hi! My name is Amanda Zúñiga, I am 16 years old and I was born in Querétaro. I love playing soccer, panting, reading and spending time with my family. Hi! My name is Amanda Zúñiga, I am 16 years old and I was born in Querétaro. I love playing soccer, panting, reading and spending time with my family. 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

Before I can expect others to have a certain perception of me I must first learn to understand the perception I have of myself. As individuals we tend to focus on the expectations of others on ourselves but we often forget that our self acceptance and well-being also comes from within. The focus that I want this TED talk to have is on the value we assign to ourselves as people and how we often pressure ourselves and demerit ourselves based on specific boxes that we try to put ourselves into to measure our own success. Personally, when I have found a discipline or an area that I succeed at I set myself to those highest standards and when I struggle or fall short of these unrealistic expectations I belittle my person. Especially, in moments when people ask me about what defines me as a person or when looking into universities and career paths I unknowingly decide whether I am or not good enough. In particular, I am aiming towards exploring what true personal value is defined by and how changing this perspective of oneself can help to understand the multi-faceted mentality, and complexity of an individual. My objective for this TEDx talk is to inspire self insightfulness in myself and others in the way we assign value to ourselves and how this affects our self-acceptance and well-being in our entire lives. I am a 11th grade student 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