When lawyer, lecturer, and entrepreneur Taís Bahia began questioning the version of success society tells us to pursue, she uncovered a more authentic way to live. As she prepared to shift careers and move from Brazil to China, the pandemic forced a pause, leading to deep self-reflection. What followed was a bold solo journey across 13 countries. Solo but never alone, Taís met people who inspired her to rebuild from the inside out. In this talk, Taís shares personal insights and challenges us to rethink success, reminding us that embracing our uniqueness and chasing our own dreams may be our most radical and rewarding achievement. Taís is the founder and CEO of Xianzai现在, a Ph.D. candidate at Peking University, and a Corporate/M&A lawyer. With over a decade in Brazil-China relations, she leads education and gender equality initiatives within the Brazilian Bar Association and other institutions. 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

Idah’s talk is on the balance of GRIT and the pragmatism of letting life’s challenges be difficult. Not every sadness needs an immediate fix, and grit doesn’t always have to look so tough. Idah Waringa is a Kenyan journalist currently working in Beijing. Idah is a Kenyan journalist currently serving as a news editor and presenter at CGTN in Beijing. She has interviewed some of the world’s most notable personalities and her work has gained both continental & global recognition. Idah is passionate about representation and equality of opportunities. 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