Even in modern times, survival skills are extremely important to learn and use. They build character, preparation, quick thinking, and toughness. The chances of being stuck in an unfortunate situation are low, but never zero. Be prepared, just in case. Maximilian Mirsepahi '28 is a freshman at Sacred Heart Prep, and has had an interest in outdoor survival since he was very young. His favorite pastimes are reading, making games, playing water polo, drawing, and memorizing as many skills his brain can handle in the case he would ever be stuck in the wilderness. 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

Step past that boundary of perfection and embrace being imperfect. I believe that by striving not to be perfect, but to be better, we’ll create a generation of artists, innovators, and creators whose work and ideas can help make an imperfect world, just a little more perfect. Kushi Hosahalli is a passionate sophomore at Basis Independent Silicon Valley. She’s had the pleasure of being invited to speak on international stages through the World Scholars Cup, and has also competed and won awards in extemporaneous speaking. Kushi’s passionate about the law and spends her time as an attorney in peer court and working with public defenders to implement a legal AI tool. Her background in public speaking allows her to do one of her favorite activities which is coach public speaking to younger students. Kushi hopes to use her voice to help implement change and good through political and legal avenues. 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

The secret to the success of elite athletes like Novak Djokovic is not just physical talent, but mental discipline. Lessons from the Stoic masters can help us in our everyday pursuits. Blake Sinclair '26 is a junior attending Sacred Heart Prep in Atherton, California. He is on the tennis team at school and plays all tournaments year-round. He aspires to study economics or accounting in college, hopefully somewhere on the East Coast. 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

Andres talks from personal experience of the advantages and power of lifting. TBD 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

Arsalan demonstrates how stories effect our perception of morality. Arsalan Faisal who is a junior at St. John's Jesuit High School and Academy. He enjoys playing tennis and is a captain of his team, Additionally, he likes biking, listening to music, and hanging out with friends. 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

Alex explores the problems in the "Troubled Teens" programs. Alex Ban is a sophomore at Perrysburg High School. He participates in cross country, orchestra, speech, and FBLA. In his free time, he enjoys staying active, going out with friends, and listening to music (his favorite artist is Don Toliver). 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