What can 10,000 cartwheels teach us about life? Olympian turned multi-passionate Portfolioist Jessica Tudos flips conventional wisdom upside down to reveal why curiosity—not certainty—is the true key to confidence, clarity, and creative reinvention. Jessica Tudos is a high-flying Olympian turned life design rebel who’s flipping the script on what success looks like. With the heart of an educator, the mind of a strategist, and the spirit of a portfolioist, she empowers people to thrive because of their many passions — not despite them. Whether she’s captivating keynote stages, classrooms, or coaching sessions, Jessica helps others rethink their paths in order to design meaningful lives in any direction they choose. JessicaTudos.com 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 defined by chaos — from pandemics and wars to personal failures and change — what do we do when everything feels uncertain? In his personal and inspiring TEDx talk, Andrew explores how building — not just things, but purpose, relationships, and communities — helps us not only survive chaos but thrive in it. Driven by community, and empowered by resilience—Andrew Lu is a product manager, violinist, and changemaker whose journey spans continents, cultures, and careers. From performing with an international orchestra as a teenager to launching TEDx at his university during the height of a global pandemic, Andrew has always chosen to build when the world breaks down.Now spreading his roots in the heart of Europe, Andrew uses his unique background to transform uncertainty into opportunity—whether it's navigating corporate culture shocks, uniting people through shared purpose, or pioneering initiatives that outlive their founders. 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

Did you know that research shows that people who read fiction tend to be more empathetic? That same power of stories can shape who we are and who we dare to become. From “you can be anything” Barbie to Disney’s flawed yet fearless heroes, to Elle Woods proving brilliance and pink can coexist, this talk will surprise you, move you, and maybe even change the way you see yourself. What if Barbie, Disney princesses, and Elle Woods could teach us more about real life courage than we ever imagined? In this inspiring TEDx Talk, Aisyah Thoriq shares how fictional characters shaped her self belief, resilience, and the powerful lesson that being underestimated can actually be a secret superpower. Through heartfelt stories and pop culture icons, she reveals how the sparkle on the outside is always fueled by the fire within. TEDxAvicenna Cinere School is a TEDxYouth event that brings together young minds, passionate thinkers, and inspiring speakers to share ideas worth spreading. The event is a collaboration among teachers, staff, students, and speakers, supported by the school and sponsorship. TEDxAvicenna Cinere School celebrates the brilliance and potential of the next generation. Join us for an unforgettable experience that empowers, educates, and inspires youth to shape the future. Aisyah Thoriq is an 11th grader at Avicenna Jagakarsa Senior High School, a 17-year-old girl from Jakarta. She finds comfort in sketching, painting, and styling outfits that reflect her mood. Whether she’s curating collages or experimenting with color, Aisyah uses fashion and art to express her thoughts and tell stories. From school projects to Instagram posts, she’s always done it in her own style. She will be one of the speakers at the TEDxAvicenna Cinere School Pre Event on May 24th, 2025. 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

What if the real heroes in our lives don’t wear capes, but quietly stand beside us every single day? This heartfelt talk is a personal story that will move you, inspire you and even change how you see the people closest to you. In this emotional and deeply personal talk, Haidar Fariza shares his journey from a quiet village classroom to the bustling pace of a big city school and the heroes who helped him find his voice. Through the lens of his own family of teachers, Haidar Fariza reminds us that sometimes the people who shape us most are the ones working quietly behind the scenes, lifting us when we stumble and helping us fly higher than we ever thought possible. TEDxAvicenna Cinere School is a TEDxYouth event that brings together young minds, passionate thinkers, and inspiring speakers to share ideas worth spreading. The event is a collaboration among teachers, staff, students, and speakers, supported by the school and sponsorship. TEDxAvicenna Cinere School celebrates the brilliance and potential of the next generation. Join us for an unforgettable experience that empowers, educates, and inspires youth to shape the future. Mochammad Haidar Abhirama Fariza is an 11 year old 5th grade student at Avicenna Jagakarsa Elementary School. He comes from a family of teachers. He likes playing with his friends and video games. He’s a newcomer, having moved from East Java and is an active student. He has won four different competitions, including Gramedia Science Day and the FLSA English Competition. He has also become a Student Guide at Avicenna Jagakarsa. He will be one of the speakers at the TEDxAvicenna Cinere School Pre Event on May 24th, 2025. 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

This talk introduces the 5C rule: Clarity, Courage, Consistency, Community, and Celebration, as a roadmap to transform ideas into tangible results. It highlights why ideas often fail, citing comfort zones, perfection paralysis, and lone-ranger mindsets. Using vivid analogies like non-blurry photos and accountability partners, the session emphasizes starting small, showing strength in challenges, maintaining habits, collaborating effectively, and celebrating milestones. Audiences are inspired to stop merely dreaming and begin executing, remembering that “an idea will not work unless you work the idea." Sahil Nayar is a seasoned HR leader, currently serving as Senior Associate Director of Human Resources at KPMG India, where he has been instrumental since 2011. As a strategic HR business partner, he champions next-gen practices across talent acquisition, performance management, employer branding, and recruitment marketing. A certified practitioner in MBTI, NLP, and Design Thinking, he brings innovation and a human-centric approach to building organizational culture. Beyond his corporate role, Sahil is a prolific thought leader and educator—hosting the YouTube series #JustLikeThat, hosting a radio show on Spotify, writing regularly, and engaging as visiting faculty at premier institutions like IIMs and IITs. His influence in the HR community has been recognized through accolades such as the Top HR Voice Award on LinkedIn, and awards from SHRM and Xobin for Social Media Influencer of the Year. 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