Jasmine takes us on a journey of reclaiming the pen and writing a story that belongs to herself alone. She reminds us that real growth is not about meeting others’ expectations but about daring to reject the roles that don’t belong to us. Each of us should be both the protagonist and the screenwriter of our own life. Jasmine, a sister; being told that she was the protagonist, started to believe that her younger brother was it instead. During the speech, she will share her experience as an eldest daughter, convey her in beta journey of finding herself and being it, rather than being a sister. No matter what character you are currently, a daughter, a son, a mom, a dad or even a grand grand grandma, hopefully at the end of the speech, you could be the character whom you want to be. 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

Kevin shares his reflections on spirituality and how it helps us preserve our essence in an unfinished world. He reminds us that spirituality is not an abstract concept, but something hidden in the small moments of daily life—a deep breath, a gaze at the stars, a moment of stillness. It allows us to remain awake and grounded in a world that never stops accelerating. Kevin believes that spirituality is not confined to religion but is an indispensable component of our everyday lives. In a world that is constantly “In Beta”, he sees spirituality as a quiet but powerful anchor that brings us stability in uncertainty. Since his first encounter with the concept of spirituality in the John Locke essay competition, Kevin has consistently viewed spirituality as something worth exploring by connecting it with personal reflections. In his speech, using his stories, Kevin invites the audience to reconsider spirituality as an evolving practice that can be integrated into their 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

Tracy shares her story of reclaiming herself and embracing the courage to be different. Her story reminds us that being different is not a flaw, but a clue—a clue leading to our true selves. To step out of the cave and face the light may hurt at first, but in that moment, we become truly ourselves. Tracy is an archaeology enthusiast and adventurous traveler who has challenged societal and gender expectations from an early age. Her experiences range from becoming one of the world’s only 10% of female divers under the age of 18 to exploring the deserts of Kazakhstan and conducting archaeological research. In her TEDx talk, Tracy reflects on resisting conformity, reclaiming individuality, and pursuing passion over predictability, encouraging others to break free from societal molds and embrace what makes us truly human. 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

After rejection from every film school he applied to, AJ Bleyer accepted that his dream of becoming a director was over. But that setback opened the door to a career beyond anything he could have planned for. In this talk, AJ shares how redirection can be a hidden gift, why confidence isn’t built on certainty, and the importance of being kind to yourself when feeling lost. Because often, the best way forward isn’t the path you planned- it’s the one you never saw coming. Trying to marry his passion for cars and cameras, AJ began shooting automotive videos with his high school friends. His work caught the attention of local car dealerships, and at the age of 22, he left his job at Apple to pursue filmmaking full-time. He founded Advent Films and quickly became a trusted shooter for many of the world’s most prestigious brands, including Ferrari, McLaren F1, Aston Martin, NASA, Red Bull, Riot Games, Amazon, and more. 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

In this Studio talk, Iranian musician and composer Mohsen Namjoo takes listeners on a rhythmic journey across Iran and Afghanistan, exploring how the pulse of language and poetry shapes the music of a culture. From the early Khorasani style of Persian verse to Kurdish and Lori folk melodies, Namjoo reveals the hidden mathematical and emotional patterns that connect regional songs across centuries. Through live examples and reflection, he shows how rhythm is more than tempo; it is the DNA of collective memory, carrying fragments of history, language, and identity that long predate modern music theory. Mohsen Namjoo is an Iranian singer, composer, and musician often described as “the Bob Dylan of Iran.” Blending Persian poetry and folk melodies with blues and rock, he has become a defining voice of contemporary Iranian music. Born in Torbat-e Jam and raised in Mashhad, Namjoo studied classical Persian music before attending Tehran University of Art. His debut album Toranj introduced a daring fusion of tradition and experimentation that reshaped Iran’s musical landscape. Now based abroad, he continues to perform internationally, exploring themes of identity, exile, and freedom through albums like 13/8, Trust the Tangerine Peel, and Phantasm. Beyond music, he has lectured at Stanford and Brown University, inspiring audiences worldwide to rethink the boundaries of culture and sound. 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

In "Stress, Memory, and Why You Can't Find Your Keys," Adil delves deep into the human psychology behind performance and how the human brain reacts to stress. Speaker for "Stress, Memory, and Why You Can’t Find Your Keys" 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