How to control everything and anything | Teresita Medina | TEDxYouth@ColegioGuayamuri
The speaker presents the philosophy of Stoicism, emphasizing that while life is full of unexpected and uncontrollable events, the way we react to obstacles shapes our path. She clarifies that Stoicism does not mean suppressing emotions but rather learning to navigate difficulties wisely. The philosophy is built on four principles: courage (facing challenges fearlessly), temperance (self-discipline and balance), justice (fairness and honesty), and wisdom (continuous learning). These virtues apply not only to hardships but also to daily interactions, such as conflicts with loved ones. She concludes by encouraging people to focus less on discussing what makes a good person and instead strive to become one. Teresita is a 2nd year students. She will make us doubt of our perception of good and bad 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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