Personal Pursuit for Random Acts of Romance | Yucheng Duan | TEDxYuehai St Salon
Yucheng Duan, a high school student and cultural exchange organizer, challenges the obsession with productivity and efficiency.
In this heartfelt talk, he shares how small, spontaneous rituals—like playing guitar on a hill or rediscovering forgotten objects—can reconnect us with our truest selves.
Through his stories and insights, Yucheng invites us to embrace the seemingly “useless” moments that bring joy, wonder, and authenticity to our lives. 微仪式感活动发起人
非洲青少年文化交流活动策划 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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