Pear talks about her passion for becoming a doctor. Pear is passionate about debate, enjoys singing, and has participated in the school musical. In addition, she has been a part of the World Changers Cups and Future Leaders speech contest. 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

Didem talked about the magic of stories in shaping personalities and connecting a person to the culture. She cited the stories that shaped her childhood and helped her become the artist she is today. A storyteller, and educator; Didem studied Turkish Language and Literature at Uludağ University and History of Religions at Dokuz Eylül University. She worked at the Yunus Emre Institute in Germany, Sarajevo and Beirut. Didem has performed in several international festivals and has organized workshops for adults and children. She worked with refugee children in Istanbul and Kilis and prepared a book of stories written by children with the My Story Project. She has a poetry book called My Heart Resists Time Like This. 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 technology use, the brain, and birth rates. Claims about screen time, fertility, and fetal development warrant further scientific investigation. 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.pdfWhat if the reason fewer people are having babies isn’t money, marriage, or lifestyle—but our phones? In this talk, we explore how endless scrolling is quietly replacing intimacy and reshaping human connection. Could screen time be the hidden driver behind the global birth rate decline? Dorsey Standish, MS inspires audiences through an engaging mix of groundbreaking neuroscience research, relatable storytelling and practical mindfulness tips for high performers who think they are "too busy" to meditate. An in-demand speaker known for her calming presence and approachable style, Dorsey has inspired audiences at companies like Staples, Toyota, Meta, and American Airlines. While Dorsey is Ivy League-educated and holds a MS in Neuroscience, she believes her best teachers are her wife and two adorable sons. 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 contains a discussion of child sexual abuse and related traumatic experiences which some viewers may find upsetting. Contents only represent the speaker’s personal views and understanding of pain, intergenerational trauma, and health. Claims around epigenetics warrant further scientific investigation. 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.pdfBlending science with her own lived experience, Dr. Mehta shares how she confronted and healed generational trauma in her own life. She highlights the role of forgiveness as a powerful tool in this healing process, offering audiences not just understanding, but practical pathways forward. With clarity and compassion, she demonstrates how breaking free from inherited pain can open the door to resilience, empowerment, and transformation. Dr. Anu Mehta is India’s first META-Health Master Trainer and a Board Member of META-Health International. With deep expertise in Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Matrix Reimprinting, and Advanced Clearing Energetics, she is a globally recognized trainer and author. Dr. Mehta is committed to advancing holistic health practices and empowering others through science-backed emotional and energy healing modalities. 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: Please do not look to this talk for health advice. This talk only represents the speaker's personal spiritual views and understanding of energy and design. Several claims lack scientific support. 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.pdfWhat if the spaces we live in could shape the lives we lead? In this talk, Basant R. Rasiwasia revisits the ancient Indian science, moving it beyond fear and superstition into a language of balance, direction, and harmony. Drawing from scriptural wisdom and decades of practice, he rejuvenates Basant explains how a home is not just a physical structure but a living field of karma, memory, and transformation. He shares simple, practical practices that individuals can adopt to invite health and wealth into their lives, grounding them in timeless insights from ancient texts. With clarity and compassion, he shows how aligning our environments with cosmic rhythms can help us live not just more comfortably, but more consciously. Basant R. Rasiwasia is a renowned mentor, teacher, and author known for helping individuals and organizations create spaces that foster harmony, growth, and purpose. With decades of research, intuitive understanding, and deep study of ancient Indian wisdom, he has guided thousands in aligning their environments with balance and clarity.As a thought leader, he is committed to translating timeless principles into practical, modern solutions—free from fear or superstition—making them accessible and actionable for today’s world. To him, a home or workplace is more than just a structure; it is a living space that reflects energy, memory, and transformation, empowering people to lead lives of deeper meaning and alignment. 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 TEDxMünster talk, Julie speaks openly and frankly about her own finite 20-year marriage and subsequent emotional journey. By retelling the stories of individuals she met while carrying out research on her work on relationship design, Julie shows how we can find a deeper connection with our partners and with others by talking openly and acting upon our sexual desires. She believes that when we open up and are vulnerable, we can truly connect with ourselves and others and potentially alter the tenor of our relationships.Julie Harris is a French-American writer and relationship scientist dedicated to “conscious relationship design.” With a scientist's curiosity and a pyromaniac's passion, she dives deep into the unconventional worlds of human relationships, documenting and sharing stories of those who speak about their fears and limitations and embrace their needs and desires. Her work is a testament to the power of open dialogue and empathetic understanding in fostering connection, autonomy and freedom. Julie's unique insights challenge societal norms, encouraging a culture of empathy, consent and intentional living.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