TED Talks stand out for their quality. These are powerful, motivational, inspirational, and thought-provoking high-quality brief speeches. The top quality speakers in various fields from around the world come forward to share their experiences for the benefit of millions. You’ll find almost any topic you look for, such as technology, nature, design, innovation, and global issues, to name a few. In this article, I’ll share the top 10 TED Talks of all time that’ll change your life forever.
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1. How great leaders inspire action by Simon Sinek
TED link: How great leaders inspire action
Simon Sinek presents a simple but powerful model for how leaders inspire action, starting with a golden circle and the question “Why?”
2. Do schools kill creativity? by Sir Ken Robinson
TED link: Do schools kill creativity?
Sir Ken Robinson makes an entertaining and profoundly moving case for creating an education system that nurtures (rather than undermines) creativity.
3. The power of vulnerability by Brené Brown
TED link: The power of vulnerability
In a poignant, funny talk she shares a deep insight from her research, one that sent her on a personal quest to know herself as well as to understand humanity.
4. Your body language may shape who you are by Amy Cuddy
TED link: Your body language may shape who you are
Body language affects how others see us, but it may also change how we see ourselves. Social psychologist Amy Cuddy argues that “power posing” — standing in a posture of confidence, even when we don’t feel confident — can boost feelings of confidence, and might have an impact on our chances for success.
5. What makes a good life? by Robert Waldinger
TED link: What makes a good life?
What keeps us happy and healthy as we go through life? If you think it’s fame and money, you’re not alone – but, according to psychiatrist Robert Waldinger, you’re mistaken. In this talk, he shares three important lessons learned from the study as well as some practical, old-as-the-hills wisdom on how to build a fulfilling, long life.
6. Inside the mind of a master procrastinator by Tim Urban
TED link: Inside the mind of a master procrastinator
In this hilarious and insightful talk, Urban takes us on a journey through YouTube binges, Wikipedia rabbit holes, and bouts of staring out the window — and encourages us to think harder about what we’re really procrastinating on before we run out of time.
7. How to speak so that people want to listen by Julian Treasure
TED link: How to speak so that people want to listen
Have you ever felt like you’re talking, but nobody is listening? Here’s Julian Treasure to help you fix that. As the sound expert demonstrates some useful vocal exercises and shares tips on how to speak with empathy, he offers his vision for a sonorous world of listening and understanding.
8. Your elusive creative genius by Elizabeth Gilbert
TED link: Your elusive creative genius
“Eat, Pray, Love” author Elizabeth Gilbert muses on the impossible things we expect from artists and geniuses — and shares the radical idea that, instead of the rare person “being” a genius, all of us “have” a genius. It’s a funny, personal, and surprisingly moving talk.
9. The power of introverts by Susan Cain
TED link: The power of introverts
In a culture where being social and outgoing are prized above all else, it can be difficult, even shameful, to be an introvert. In this talk Susan Cain argues in this passionate talk, introverts bring extraordinary talents and abilities to the world and should be encouraged and celebrated.
10. My philosophy for a happy life by Sam Berns
TED link: My philosophy for a happy life
Sam Berns was diagnosed with Progeria, a rare, rapid aging disease, at the age of 2. Sam Berns was a Junior at Foxboro High School in Foxboro, Massachusetts, where he achieved the highest honors and was a percussion section leader in the high school marching band. He also achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America.
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