What is general knowledge ? how is it aquired and what is it's purpose ? These are the questions that Claude Le Bigot sets out to answer. Claude Le Bigot, Professor Emeritus at the University of Rennes 2, certified teacher of Spanish and Doctor of Letters with a thesis on Political Poetry in Republican Spain (1931-1936), is the author of several books and numerous articles published in France and Spain. 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 a world where knowledge is abundant, the real challenge isn't what we know, but how we use it. Traditional learning models focus on acquiring information, but the future belongs to those who can structure, apply, and adapt knowledge dynamically. This talk explores the shift from knowing to doing, the rise of collective intelligence, and how individuals can hack learning systems to stay ahead. It invites listeners to rethink how they learn; not just to keep up, but to lead. Rachel Long is an education researcher, strategist, and corporate learning designer. As a Renaissance Award Scholar, she studied learning systems at ten of the world’s top universities and taught in classrooms across Australia and the United Kingdom. She currently works for a sustainability-focused tech company where she helps professionals build adaptable, future-ready skill sets. Rachel's talk introduces the idea of becoming a "knowledge architect"—someone who not only acquires information but knows how to apply and organize it to solve real-world challenges. 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

These were the words my mother told me before I left for my trip to Peru last year, not the typical warnings like, "Oh, stay with someone," or "keep your phone charged," or "call me every hour". It's just read, watch, ask. I’m currently a Grade 11 student at WVSS. I like to ski, dance competitively, and play golf. I’m really passionate about dance—I do hip hop, K-pop, and contemporary, and I’m also the captain of our dance crew. I enjoy working as a team and expressing myself through movement. When I’m alone, I like to listen to music. Some of my favorite artists are Ye West, Summer Walker, and Sexyy Redd. Music helps me relax and reflect. I also love matcha lattes—they're my go-to drink and always put me in a good mood. 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 her talk, Udita Satish explores how transformation comes not from working harder but from hitting three mental keys, CTRL, ALT, and SHIFT. She shares her journey from burnout and perfectionism to self-acceptance, showing how pausing, reframing thoughts, and reshaping identity can rewire the brain. Through science and personal experience, she reveals how this mindset reboot helps us break free from old patterns and live with clarity and purpose. A former Head Girl and national-level Spell Bee winner, Udita is a top-performing student, health tech researcher and passionate public speaker. From MCing school events to exploring neuroscience, coding and languages, her curiosity knows no bounds. In her TEDx talk, she shares how pausing, shifting perspectives and embracing change can help us break free from stress and thrive in chaos by reprogramming how we think, grow and face life. 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 his talk, Siddhartha Prabhakar uses the metaphor of breaking the fourth wall to show how perspective shapes the stories we live in. He explains that we often see ourselves as protagonists trapped in scripts written by society, fear, and limiting beliefs. By breaking this wall, we gain clarity, reclaim authorship, and transform our identity. Through examples of personal and shared breakthroughs, he reveals how shifting perspective not only reshapes our own lives but also creates a ripple effect on those around us. His talk invites us to step beyond the narratives we inherit and write the ones we truly choose. Siddhartha is a passionate debater and multiple award winner, founder of an educational nonprofit, and a science exposition enthusiast. With experience in various leadership roles and as a basketball athlete, he challenges the notion that people must stick to roles assigned early in life. Through his TEDx talk, he aims to inspire others to break free from these expectations, take control of their own narratives, and confidently pursue their unique ideas. 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 her talk, Shanel Sania explores how envy, often seen as toxic, can instead be a powerful teacher. She shares how moments of comparison on social media reveal our hidden desires and aspirations, turning discomfort into direction. Through science, stories, and simple tools, she reframes envy as an emotional compass, guiding us toward what we truly want. By listening to this feeling instead of resisting it, we can transform it into fuel for growth, clarity, and self-discovery. From TEDEd to TEDx, Shanel Sania has matured from the child with a loud mouth and a big heart. Dabbling in literature, art, music, photography, baking and public speaking, and having consistently excelled in academics and served in leadership roles at school, Shanel’s keen eye transforms overlooked details into meaningful reflections. Having both felt and faced envy, she believes it isn’t what it seems to be. Shanel’s TEDx talk aims to help others find beauty, meaning and self-growth in jealousy, one of the most unexpected places. 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