A deeply personal artistic journey, exploring how creativity, failure, and resilience shape non-linear growth paths-challenging conventional success narratives. Lifelong Learner, Musician & Artist 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

“Ngoại lực” không chỉ là khó khăn vật chất – nó là định kiến, là khuôn mẫu, là sự kỳ vọng ngột ngạt về việc "phải làm gì mới gọi là thành công”. Chúng ta lớn lên trong khuôn mẫu và kỳ vọng, tin rằng nếu rẽ khỏi lộ trình thành công “chuẩn” thì sẽ lạc hướng. Tuy nhiên, với diễn giả, ước mơ sẽ trở nên rõ ràng hơn khi ta biết lắng nghe lòng mình — khi ta dám tự hỏi: “Điều gì trong cuộc sống thực sự có ý nghĩa với mình?” Chính từ hành trình tìm về hành trình tìm về những giá trị sâu thẳm bên trong bản thân, ta mới có đủ sức mạnh để tự khám phá và bền bỉ theo đuổi định nghĩa thành công của riêng mình, dù ngoại lực có tác động thế nào đi nữa. Nam Pottery is a small ceramic studio established in 2023 by Nam (Yen)—a devoted mother with a passion for clay and fire. She practices traditional hand-building techniques to create her work. With the desire to share her love for handmade ceramics and bring traditional pottery closer to younger generations, Nấm Pottery aims to create a space where young people can freely express their individuality and creativity through their own ceramic creations. She is also the co-founder of SẠP NGHỆỆ—an artisan boutique curating handcrafted, artistic, and locally inspired design products. With a mission to bridge artists, artisans, and the community, SẠP NGHỆỆ celebrates traditional values reimagined through a contemporary lens. Located in the heart of Hue, the shop is not only a place to showcase and distribute products, but also a storytelling space—where every item is a carefully selected slice of culture. 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

Young people go through many failures: Facing fear and failure is not about avoidance — it’s about gaining a deeper understanding of one’s own psychology, and from there, tapping into inner strength and the ability to break through personal limits. Failure is not the end; it’s the starting point of transformation and growth. Giap Nguyen Kieu Anh (Mary Josie) represents a new generation of young Vietnamese students who dare to step outside of conventions in pursuit of knowledge, freedom, and a meaningful life—while nurturing a deep love and respect for Vietnamese culture. Kieu Anh is the recipient of a $56,000/year scholarship to Texas Christian University (2025–2029) and was previously awarded a full-tuition Talent Scholarship at UK Academy Binh Thanh – Saigon (2022–2023). At the age of 15, she earned the only Special Prize and a Gold Medal at the International Young Scientists Innovation Exhibition (IYSIE 2021), along with her teammate. Driven by a profound interest in human nature, Kieu Anh has organized free educational classes, founded a Model United Nations (MUN) chapter, conducted independent research on cultural heritage, and actively volunteered with organizations supporting orphans and marginalized women. 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 powerful message on open-mindedness and rational communication, promoting empathy and mutual understanding through meaningful conversations. High School 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

Maryam's talk, "African Solutions for African Challenges," was a rallying call to action for the next generation of African leaders. Focusing on entrepreneurship and technology, she inspired the audience to see themselves as key players on the world stage, owning their future and driving progress.With her mantra, "If you believe you can, you're already achieving it," Maryam emphasized the power of self-belief and confidence. She reinforced this message with the phrase, "A man who wins is a man who knows he can," highlighting the importance of mindset in achieving success.Maryam concluded with a bold statement: "The future of Africa will be decided in Nigeria." Her talk left the audience with a sense of responsibility and opportunity, encouraging them to seize the moment and shape the continent's future through innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology. Shaped by personal experiences of overcoming adversity, Maryam is fueled by a deep belief in the power of purpose and the potential to contribute meaningfully to Africa's development. Raised in an environment where failure was often expected, she chose instead to believe in possibility. Her mission is to inspire others from underprivileged backgrounds to understand that while setbacks are inevitable, it is the belief in one’s ability to succeed that makes all the difference. She lives by the mantra: “If you believe you can, you are already on the path to achieving it.” 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

Giulia Ciarapica discute il tema di "vestire i panni di qualcun altro" nella scrittura, sia come critica letteraria che come autrice. Sottolinea come le donne, per natura empatiche, siano state storicamente escluse dalla scrittura fino al Novecento. Citando Autrici come Grazia Deledda, Pia Rimini, Elsa Morante e Lalla Romano, che hanno dato voce a personaggi femminili complessi, conclude che la libertà nella scrittura deriva dalla capacità di comprendere se stessi, prima di rappresentare gli altri.Questo intervento è stato presentato a un evento TEDx, che utilizza il format della conferenza TED ma è stato organizzato in maniera indipendente da una comunità locale.Per maggiori informazioni, visita il sito http://ted.com/tedx Giulia Ciarapica è critica letteraria, insegna letteratura italiana del Novecento in diverse scuole di scrittura e collabora con le Scuderie del Quirinale. Dal 2023 interviene come critica nel programma Rai Uno *Mille e un libro* e scrive per *Il Foglio*. Ha pubblicato il saggio *Book blogger* (2018) e i romanzi *Una volta è abbastanza* (2019) e *Chi dà luce rischia il buio* (2022). Nel 2024 è uscita la sua graphic novel *Come se non fossimo stati*. Si occupa anche di divulgazione culturale e organizzazione di eventi. 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