“Have you ever found yourself questioning if you are the one moving too slowly, even if the world around you appears to be picking up speed? With notifications, deadlines, and schedules stacking one after the other, it is no surprise that emotions like anxiety manifest. However, I would like to ask you a question; what if this is all unnecessary? What if there exists a way for you to relax? And what if that tool has existed for centuries, waiting for us to rediscover it?” Nguyen Duc Kien is a high school student at Delta Global School. At this year's TedxConcordia, he is eager to share with the audience the transformative potential of classical music therapy, a powerful yet often underestimated force that heals, fosters connections and cultivates resilience in our modern, fast-paced world. 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

On February 12, 2025, Dr Sonakshi Ruhela took the TEDxGNMS stage with her talk, The Psychological Implications of Sharenting. While social media helps families celebrate milestones, it also raises questions about consent, digital identity, and long-term privacy. How can parents navigate this fine line? Dr. Ruhela explores the impact of "sharenting" and how to ensure that children's stories remain theirs to tell. Dr. Sonakshi Ruhela is a psychologist, educator, and TEDx speaker with 15+ years of experience in teaching, research, and counseling. A Harvard-certified expert, she helped establish psychology programs at universities in Dubai. She is a Senior Fellow of the UK’s Higher Education Academy and a consultant psychologist at Open Minds Psychiatry. Named among Asia’s 40 Under 40, she has received global awards, published research, delivered 300+ talks worldwide, and authored Counseling Interventions for Millennials, archived at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library. 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

Making a positive difference in the world has been his life-long pursuit, especially as it relates to people getting along. Jos Holman is the Library Director of the Tippecanoe County Public Library and was recently honored with having the main branch named for him. Of his many skills, talents, and passions, working with children using creative dramatics and the cultural arts is the one of the most satisfying. As a mentor and teacher, he finds love in helping young people learn to express themselves. Inclusion - is another subject that Jos Holman is passionate about. Jos N. Holman has lived and worked in the Greater Lafayette area for the past 22 years. He grew up in Texas, completed an undergraduate degree in Rhode Island and landed in the Midwest. Family is important to him as he is the father of five and the husband of one. Making a positive difference in the world has been a life-long pursuit, especially as it relates to people getting along. Obtaining a Masters degree in Library Science from the University of Texas, his career in libraries brought him to Greater Lafayette as Library Director of the Tippecanoe County Public Library. He is an active community member serving on a few boards and engaged with several non-profit organizations. Working with children using creative dramatics and the cultural arts is the one of the most satisfying things he is privileged to do. In this way, he loves helping young people learn to express themselves. His hobbies include traveling, reading poetry, grilling meats, and vegetable gardening. 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

With a Ph.D. focused on the human dimensions of environmental stewardship, Dai Peters brings a unique perspective on how communities interact with, depend on, and influence the ecosystems that sustain us. Her work is a powerful reminder that effective resource management isn't just about science and policy—it's about understanding people, cultures, and the intricate balance between nature and human progress. In her talk, Dai Peters takes us on a journey into the heart of sustainable management and the vital role human behavior plays in shaping our planet’s future. Dai Peters holds a Ph.D. degree from North Carolina State University, with a focus on the human dimensions of natural resources management, based on doctoral research in Madagascar. Dai spent five years working as a consultant, during which time she specialized in agro-enterprises/value chain development and project evaluation particularly on projects related to sustainable agriculture with a market orientation throughout Asia, Africa and Latin America. Dai joined Catholic Relief Services (CRS) in 2009 to become director of a Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF)-funded project to develop a cassava seed system within the context of existing and emerging diseases in East and Central Africa. In all, she has worked in over 100 countries, the most memorable of which include Madagascar, Afghanistan, Somalia, Balochistan, Haiti, East Timor, Central Africa Republic, and Papua. 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

Nicole Gebhardt has revolutionized the world of publishing by blending storytelling with purpose. Her passion for empowering diverse voices and elevating impactful narratives has made her a key force in redefining how we connect with stories in the digital age. With a deep belief in the power of meaningful storytelling to create lasting change, Nicole brings a fresh perspective on how words and ideas can shape our world. Nicole Gebhardt is the founder and chief storyteller at Niche Pressworks, a consulting and publishing company dedicated to helping mission-driven business leaders plan, write, publish, and promote the right book for their bold vision. Nicole has guided entrepreneurs, executives, and even billion-dollar brands to clarify their message and amplify their impact through strategic book publishing. Her expertise lies in turning visionary ideas into powerful books that inspire, influence, and transform lives. 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

Carl Lee Landskron has provided robotics students a great role model for not only learning how to be better programers but also better people that know that our world is improved when we are all positive while working with others. With his creative blending of his deep computer programming and mathematics knowledge along with his abilities to find art in a sometimes dreary world, Carl manages to inspire and change the world every single day. From a young age, Carl Lee Landskron always saw the beauty of Mathematics. He was fascinated by how a few rules could set into motion wonderous worlds. Frustrated that others couldn't see the same beauty as he did, he started to create Mathematical art pieces so others could take part in the awe-inspiring worlds he always knew. Carl is an Indiana artist fascinated with multi-disciplinary art. He graduated from Purdue University with a double major in Mathematics and Computer Sciences and is currently a graduate student at Purdue University in Computer Graphic Technology focusing on Computational Arts. His research focuses on conceptualizing art pieces that can't yet come into existence due to technological limitations, then pushing technology to the point it can be created. Carl's other interests include mentoring high school robotics teams, hiking, planting, playing the ukulele, and writing about himself in third person on his TEDx talk's bio. 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