A Life Well Lived | Zhang Hui An | TEDxYouth@BrainworksSchool
Zhang Hui An @Anny, a thoughtful and introspective Secondary 4 student, delves into the timeless question of what truly makes life meaningful. Rather than focusing on longevity, she emphasizes the importance of creating memorable and enriching moments. Through personal stories and reflections, Anny explores how embracing challenges and saying ‘yes’ to opportunities have shaped her perspective on living fully. In her talk, she examines humanity’s fascination with living longer, from ancient myths to modern science, and asks, 'If you could live to 150, would you want to?' Challenging the notion that a longer life guarantees happiness, Anny inspires us to prioritize the quality of our years over the quantity, encouraging a life filled with purpose, joy, and meaningful experiences. Zhang Hui An, a Secondary 4 student, reflects on the idea of
living a meaningful life filled with memorable moments rather than
focusing on trying to live longer. In her talk, she shares her personal
experiences and insights on how to embrace challenges and say "yes" to opportunities, which has shaped her journey, emphasizing the importance of quality moments over the number of years itself." 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
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