Teaching our children ‘how the world works,’ then discovering it’s all wrong…because ‘acceptable norms’ can be different around the world. Being open to exploring these ‘different norms’ can bring joy and wisdom in daily life, but on a broader level opens our minds to embracing new ideas that are life-enriching.
Michelle Red is a speaker on multicultural topics. She has lived in South Africa, Germany, UAE, China and the USA and is fascinated by the insights she has gleaned living in different cultures. Her social media channels Multicultural Musings look into the fun ‘Quirky-Mundane’ things she has discovered during her travels, but also touch on more serious topics like intercultural marriages and recycling habits around the world. Michelle also created the Expat 101 podcast giving practical advice to first time expats embarking on their global adventures. 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
More from TED
- 10:26Seals of Change: Optimistic Education for Conservation | Refaela Babish | TEDxBeitBerlCollegeRefaela Babish will share the heartfelt journey of bringing Mediterranean monk seals back to Israel and how this effort sparked a passion for conservation in young minds.Discover how an optimistic and personal approach to education can inspire a deeper connection to nature, empowering the next generation to protect our planet with love and dedication. Join Refaela Babish in envisioning a future where wildlife and humanity thrive together Refaela Babish has been dedicated to environmental education for decades. She serves as the Head of the Department of Environmental Studies and Agriculture at Beit Berl College and directs the GLOBE Program. She is also in charge of climate change education in the Pedagogical Secretariat at the Ministry of Education. Additionally, she is a co-founder of Delphis, an organization devoted to protecting marine mammals in Israel. 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
- 6:06Cello Performance: Bach - Cello Suite No. 1 | Hannah Lyons | TEDxThe Geneva School of ManhattanBach's Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major embodies the timeless power of music to inspire and uplift. The Prelude's flowing arpeggios and the Courante's lively rhythms reveal the cello's expressive range, illustrating how music can evoke both introspection and joy. Hannah is a Junior ('26) at The Geneva School and has been playing the cello for 10 years. She currently studies at the prestigious School for Strings program, where she is in her second year. Previously, she honed her skills at Bloomingdale School of Music and Silver Music. As the principal cellist in her orchestra, Hannah brings exceptional talent and dedication to her craft. 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
