Saumya Joshi is a playwright and poet. He has written, directed and played a crucial role in plays like Welcome Zindagi, United States of Padani Pol, Oh Womaniya, Collection of Poems Greenroom ma. He won the national award for the lyrics and dialogues for the award winning film Hellaro. He is also the lyricist of the internationally popular Coke Studio song Khalasi (Gotilo) . Additionally, he is the writer of the OTT show Fadu released on Sony Liv. Furthermore, he played a pivotal role in the writing of the 102 Not Out, starring Amitabh bachchan and Rishi Kapoor. Saumya joshi playwright poet director. Written and directed celebrated plays like welcome zindagi, 102 not out, United States of padani pol, oh womaniya . Collection of Poems Greenroom ma . Lyrics and dialogues for the national award winning film hellaro. Lyricist of the internationally popular coke studio song khalasi (gotilo) . Writer of the ott show fadu released on Sony liv . Writer of the film 102 not out starring Amitabh bachchan and Rishi Kapoor 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

Most women grow up believing they “can’t” do a pull-up — but the pull-up itself was never the real problem. In this TEDx talk, 6-time American Ninja Warrior and former biochemist Angela Gargano reveals how the pull-up becomes a metaphor for every hard thing we avoid in life: the dream we delay, the challenge we fear, the version of ourselves we stop reaching for.Through powerful stories of women in their 30s–70s, Angela dismantles the myths of “I’m too old,” “I’m too heavy,” and “I’m too weak,” showing how working toward an “impossible” skill rewires not just your body, but your beliefs.The pull-up isn’t just a strength goal — it’s a mirror for what’s possible when you choose courage over certainty, consistency over perfection, and conviction over confidence.Whether your “bar” is a literal bar or a life goal you’ve been scared to start, this talk will challenge what you think you’re capable of. Angela Gargano is a performance coach, keynote speaker, and 6-time American Ninja Warrior known for helping people redefine what’s possible. Her work on resilience, confidence, and women’s strength has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Women’s Health, and MindBodyGreen. A former biochemist turned athlete and entrepreneur, Angela has coached thousands of women through her signature pull-up method and speaks globally on courage, mindset, and the power of doing hard things. 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

NOTE FROM TED: This talk only represents the speaker's personal views and experiences in the military. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdfThe Power of Thought explores how our thoughts shape our emotions, decisions, and ultimately our reality. Drawing from personal experiences and real-life observations, this talk highlights how conscious thinking can transform challenges into opportunities and limitations into strengths. It emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, positivity, and mental discipline in navigating life’s uncertainties. By understanding and directing the power of our thoughts, individuals can build resilience, gain clarity, and create meaningful change in both their personal and professional lives. Major Bhavna Chauhan is a former Indian Army officer who graduated as the top ranker from the Officers Training Academy. She served with excellence in the Army Corps of Engineers, earning recognition for her leadership and dedication before transitioning into the world of writing and creative expression.As the author of Where Girls Dare, she brings authenticity, depth, and lived military experience into compelling narratives that celebrate courage and challenge stereotypes. An architect by training and a sought-after motivational speaker, she is a strong advocate for women’s empowerment and equal opportunity within the armed forces.Her journey—from the parade grounds to the literary stage—continues to inspire resilience, determination, and a fearless pursuit of purpose 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

Modern parenting advice often promotes control, consequences, and quick fixes—ideas rooted in power rather than connection. As an educator and mother of three, Rachel reveals how these approaches create short-term obedience but long-term disconnection.Through neuroscience, attachment research, and a transformative moment at a park, she shows why children learn best through safety, relationships, and play.This talk challenges the traditional model of authority and offers three simple shifts that help parents raise confident, connected, emotionally secure children—shaping not just a household, but a generational legacy Rachael Fritz is a leading voice in the parenting revolution. A sought-after educator, coach, and child advocate, Rachael has spent her career not just raising children - but reimagining the systems that shape them. She is the founder of Parenting on Mars, a groundbreaking organization that equips parents to raise emotionally intelligent, deeply connected humans in a world that often encourages disconnection. Her approach fuses neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and real-world parenting with radical empathy - honoring each family’s past experiences, present dynamics, and future vision. Her clients call her work life-changing, accessible, and unlike anything they’ve encountered in traditional parenting spaces. Whether she’s guiding overwhelmed parents through emotional storms or challenging cultural norms on stages and in the media, Rachael’s mission is to help families feel safe, seen, and profoundly connected. 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

NOTE FROM TED: This talk only represents the speaker's personal views and understanding of quantum physics, energy, and consciousness which lacks legitimate scientific support. We've flagged this talk because it falls outside the content guidelines TED gives TEDx organizers. Research around microplastics and human health remains an ongoing field of study. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdfPlastic is not just pollution; it is a mirror showing how disconnected we have become from the Earth, from each other, and from ourselves. That disconnection fuels both the polycrisis and the Plasticene age. In this TEDx talk, Vasser Seydel explains how transformation begins when we reconnect—with ourselves, community, and the quantum. As Nikola Tesla said, “If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency, and vibration.” Vasser Seydel is the President of The Oxygen Project, a nonprofit dedicated to defending the life support systems that keep us breathing and advancing a regenerative, conscious, and climate-resilient future through bold campaigns, innovative education, and powerful storytelling. She serves on the boards of Mission Blue, founded by Dr. Sylvia Earle, the National Center for Family Philanthropy, and the Turner Foundation. Vasser is an Arctic Angel for Global Choices and an advisory board member for One Earth. Recently, Vasser was named one of Inside Philanthropy’s most powerful people in philanthropy under 40. 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

NOTE FROM TED: We've flagged this talk because it falls outside the content guidelines TED gives TEDx organizers. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdfAmid overwhelming narratives about plastic waste, in this TEDx talk, Nichola Tucker Gray offers a surprising idea: that the path toward a plastic-free future can begin with beauty, curiosity, and creating products that simply feel good to use. Through the story of a body care brand born from human instinct rather than ideology, it reveals how desire—not guilt—can drive joyful, lasting environmental change. Nichola extends an invitation to reimagine our products, our rituals, and the systems that shape them. Nichola Gray is the Co-Founder and CEO of Kate McLeod. An experienced operator with a passion for problem solving and innovation, she leapt at the opportunity to join Kate in bringing her business out of her kitchen and into the world. Since co-founding Kate McLeod in 2018, Nichola has led the company's efforts to scale its made-from-scratch manufacturing capabilities and double down on its sustainability initiatives. Kate McLeod creates innovative, plant-based solid moisturizers that intensely nourish dry skin and invite a magic moment of self care into your daily life. Handmade at our Hudson Valley workshop, each product is completely waterless, sustainable, and plastic-free. 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