The speaker discusses opportunities in adversity, referencing historical examples like Maharana Pratap’s resilience and life values. They emphasize living life with purpose rather than size and highlight the importance of direct connections and unwavering principles. The story of Kika (Maharana Pratap) inspires people to uphold integrity and self-respect even in tough times. Ashish Bharatvanshi is a General Studies Lecturer specializing in History for Civil Services Exam (UPSC) preparation and a passionate storyteller. He has shared his insights on igniting the warrior spirit in individuals through platforms like TEDx, inspiring audiences to pursue their goals with determination. Ashish is also active on Instagram, where he shares educational content and engages with a community of learners.. 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

He shares his life journey and inspires everyone with his story of resilience, resoluteness, and courage in facing challenges. His story is a testament to the fact that limitations only exist in our minds. Anand Arnold is a name that has made India proud on more than just one occasion. Known as the ‘Indian Arnold’, he is India’s first and only bodybuilder who uses a wheelchair. He proved to the world that no handicap can keep you away from your dreams. Despite being paralysed from the waist down, he decided to hit the gym and make bodybuilding his profession. He has won over 50 bodybuilding titles, including the ‘Mr World’ title in Lithuania, a Gold Medal and a Bronze medal in ‘Mr Olympia’ 2018 and 2021, and Silver Medal in ‘Toronto Pro Super Show – 2019’. He is the first paid Indian sports model for ‘Muscle Mania’, a brand ambassador for a nutrition supplement company, and a model for a range of popular action toys. Besides this, he has also acted in Telugu films, and a biopic has also been made on him. He has also participated in ‘India’s Got Talent’ and ‘South India Got Talent’. Recently, he was awarded the title of ‘Mr. Olympia, USA’. 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

He talks about the hardships he has faced in his life. When life throws challenges at us, our goal should be to face them and turn them into opportunities. Loneliness will become a massive problem in the future and must be tackled effectively. He is a former monk, social entrepreneur, and United Nations volunteer and mentor dedicated to reimagining how humanity addresses loneliness and emotional suffering. He is the visionary founder of ‘Antaha LLC’, an organisation on a mission to end loneliness globally by helping individuals connect with their inner selves before seeking connections with the outer world. His work bridges ancient wisdom with modern understanding, offering a groundbreaking approach to belonging; self-awareness as the foundation for a meaningful life. 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

Gastón es Líder de Innovación en AmCham Argentina, donde impulsa la transformación de las empresas socias y fomenta el vínculo con el ecosistema emprendedor. Casado con Mariela y escalador amateur, este profesional con sólida formación en biotecnología y gestión de la innovación, ha cofundado startups tecnológicas del rubro de dispositivos médicos, liderado proyectos de innovación educativa y dirigido espacios voluntarios. Docente universitario y mentor de emprendedores, combina su experiencia técnica con una visión estratégica para impulsar la innovación en diferentes rubros. Sus intereses se centran en la innovación con impacto utilizando las tecnologías exponenciales. Gastón es Líder de Innovación en AmCham Argentina, donde impulsa la transformación de las empresas socias y fomenta el vínculo con el ecosistema emprendedor. Casado con Mariela y escalador amateur, este profesional con sólida formación en biotecnología y gestión de la innovación, ha cofundado startups tecnológicas del rubro de dispositivos médicos, liderado proyectos de innovación educativa y dirigido espacios voluntarios. Docente universitario y mentor de emprendedores, combina su experiencia técnica con una visión estratégica para impulsar la innovación en diferentes rubros. Sus intereses se centran en la innovación con impacto utilizando las tecnologías exponenciales. 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

She takes us through her life journey and the ups and downs she faced in her personal and professional life. She stresses the need to prioritise mental well-being. When you fall in love with yourself and have an affair with your inner soul, you become the calmest. She is an Indian actress and author who graduated from the prestigious National School of Drama. Her book ‘Baanjh: Incomplete Lives of Complete Women’ is an amalgamation of eleven short stories. She has acted in various films; some notable works include Aaja Nachle, King Uncle, Khalnayak, Golmaal, Khoya Khoya Chand, Dostana, and many more. She gained popularity after starring in the TV show ‘Karamchand’, where she played secretary ‘Kitty’. 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

He talks about his life journey and the obstacles he faced in becoming an environmentalist and bringing about change in his village. Rivers are nature's boon to the world. Highlighting their importance, he narrates some eye-opening stories to awaken everyone not to take the environment casually. He is called the ‘Riverman of India’ and is a National Water Awardee. He is the president of Bhartiya Nadi Parishad and the founder of NEER Foundation. He is also a member of the Uttar Pradesh State Ganga Committee. He has been engaged in water conservation, environmental protection and river revitalisation since 2001. Through the NEER Foundation, a complete report, ‘Paani Ghano Anmol,’ has been prepared by calculating the natural water sources. More than 400 ponds have been revived, and more than 250 models of rainwater conservation have been made. He is actively engaged in C 20, an associate group of G20 organised in India for river and water issues. A Bollywood film was made being influenced by his life, ‘Ek Ank’. He has received various international awards too. 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