Have you ever felt like you’ve been operating on autopilot while trying to meet the numerous demands of your daily life? If so, these feelings are quite normal because many cultures emphasize action and achievement, classifying them as “DOING” cultures. In her TED Talk, Trinity Moulton highlights how too much “DOING” and not enough “BEING” can have negative implications on mental and physical health. After studying abroad in Southern France for 4 months then facing the shock of returning to American culture, Trinity shares a key insight she learned: “BEING” is just as important as "DOING!” She leaves listeners with the message that taking 10 more minutes of your day to "BE" by pursuing your passions, doing things where you lose track of time, and focusing on relationships can improve your overall wellbeing and life satisfaction. Have you ever felt like you’ve been operating on autopilot while trying to meet the numerous demands of your daily life? If so, these feelings are quite normal because many cultures emphasize action and achievement, classifying them as “DOING” cultures. In her TED Talk, Trinity Moulton highlights how too much “DOING” and not enough “BEING” can have negative implications on mental and physical health. After studying abroad in Southern France for 4 months then facing the shock of returning to American culture, Trinity shares a key insight she learned: “BEING” is just as important as "DOING!” She leaves listeners with the message that taking 10 more minutes of your day to "BE" by pursuing your passions, doing things where you lose track of time, and focusing on relationships can improve your overall wellbeing and life satisfaction. 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 growing up didn’t mean giving up wonder? In this talk, we explore how curiosity, awe, and play—often dismissed as childish—can enrich adult life in powerful ways. From personal stories to cultural insights, this talk challenges misconceptions about adulthood and invites you to rediscover the magic in everyday moments. What if growing up didn’t mean giving up wonder? In this talk, we explore how curiosity, awe, and play—often dismissed as childish—can enrich adult life in powerful ways. From personal stories to cultural insights, this talk challenges misconceptions about adulthood and invites you to rediscover the magic in everyday moments. 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 happens when you're taught to be strong—not by others, but by your own expectations? In this honest and deeply personal talk, Chris shares how growing up alongside family illness shaped a mindset of perfection, independence, and silence. From hiding pain behind straight A’s to navigating college applications and varsity tennis, Chris opens up about the power of shifting perspective, embracing imperfection, and finally learning that asking for help is not weakness—it's growth. What happens when you're taught to be strong—not by others, but by your own expectations? In this honest and deeply personal talk, Chris shares how growing up alongside family illness shaped a mindset of perfection, independence, and silence. From hiding pain behind straight A’s to navigating college applications and varsity tennis, Chris opens up about the power of shifting perspective, embracing imperfection, and finally learning that asking for help is not weakness—it's growth. 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

Dr. Gordon Bean explores the idea of beautiful code. Beyond code that just works, code that is clear, organized, and changeable. He emphasizes that well-written code is a form of effective communication. Just like a good recipe or a compelling essay, beautiful code conveys ideas in a way that others can understand, modify, and build upon. His message extends beyond programming: clear thinking and thoughtful structure are essential to solving problems and creating meaningful work in any discipline. Dr. Gordon Bean is a professor of Computer Science at Brigham Young University, where he focuses on helping students master foundational programming and software development skills. With a passion for teaching and a background in computational biology, Dr. Bean brings real-world problem-solving into the classroom, guiding students with clarity and energy. 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

Zach Frisch shares his transformative journey of falling in love with the Utah mountains after moving from Arizona for college. What began as a personal craving to explore and connect with the natural world became an all-consuming passion, leading him to spend 750 hours trail running in 2024 and achieve the staggering goal of climbing 1 million feet of vertical gain. Zach reflects on how this goal taught him that the true value lies not in external rewards, but in the process itself: the daily consistency, the unexpected connections, and the personal growth along the way. Ultimately, Zach urges listeners to stop waiting for the “perfect” time and instead start pursuing their passions now, emphasizing that fulfillment is found not in the final result, but in who we become through the journey. Zach Frisch is a Utah-based trail runner, outdoor enthusiast, and community builder known for his ambitious 2024 goal of climbing one million vertical feet, equivalent to summiting Mount Everest 34 times. He used this challenge to deepen his connection with nature and foster community through shared outdoor experiences. Zach shares his journey and passion for the outdoors on Instagram as @trailswithzach, where he encourages others to embrace consistency and find joy in the process of pursuing their passions. 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

A veces, las grandes cifras esconden algo mucho más íntimo: el nombre, la sonrisa y la historia de cada niña. Cristina Martínez no habla de números, habla de vidas. De sueños que parecían imposibles y que hoy caminan con libertad hacia el futuro. Educación, Salud, Dignidad y Amor. Cuatro pilares que sostienen el trabajo incansable de “Pequeña Nowina” la ONG que creo en 2015 para dar voz a las niñas “invisibles” de Sierra Leona, y que muestran cómo una visión clara y un corazón comprometido pueden cambiar el destino de generaciones. Cuando los titulares ya no importan, cuando los ojos del mundo miran hacia otro lado, la pobreza no desaparece… se perpetúa. Pero ahí también surgen los verdaderos héroes: las ONG de verdad, la educación que siembra futuro, y personas como Cristina que han dedicado su vida a que las niñas tengan una oportunidad real. Sierra Leona no solo es un lugar en el mapa, es el espejo de un sistema injusto. Cristina nos lo comparte desde la piel, desde el barro, desde la experiencia, desde el corazón. Con una marcada conciencia social y con el deseo de que su trabajo tuviese un profundo impacto positivo en la sociedad, en el año 2012 deja su puesto de Directora de Comunicación y Marketing para poner en marcha su carrera al servicio de los demás. En 2015 crea la ONGD Pequeña Nowina con el objetivo de ser voz para las niñas y mujeres más vulnerables y ayudarles a alcanzar su máximo potencial a través de la educación, la salud, un oficio digno y la formación en valores. A día de hoy ha ayudado a más de 25.000 mujeres y niñas en países como Sierra Leona (África), India, Ecuador, Ucrania y España. ¿Hasta cuando? Hasta que no exista ni una sola mujer o niña que necesite su ayuda. 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