Through a famous Haiku about a little snail, Kim Ngân came to a quiet yet powerful realization: sometimes, you have to fight a losing battle. But is that bravery or recklessness? Is it foolish—or is it the very thing that gives life its meaning? In her talk, she invites us to reflect on the quiet strength it takes to keep moving forward, even when the odds are stacked against us, and asks: could the journey itself be worth it, no matter the outcome? - Student at the University of Languages and International Studies, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (ULIS – VNU).
- Executive Member of the English Language and Culture Department Student Union.
- Collaborator at the Research and Development Division, Youth Union and Student Union of the English Language and Culture Department.
- Awarded the title of Excellent Student for the 2023–2024 academic year with a Type A Academic Encouragement Scholarship.
- ULIS Ambassador 2025.
- Champion of the ?????????? 2025 Speaker Audition. 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
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