Dr. Jason Moser blends personal narrative and insight to explore identity, purpose, and transformation. Through honest storytelling and reflection, he challenges viewers to stretch beyond familiar boundaries and embrace the process of becoming. Dr. Moser helps us understand the approach-avoidance conflict and how small changes lead to long term gains. Dr. Jason Moser is one of the world’s leading experts on anxiety and self-control. A Professor of Psychology, Kinesiology, and Neuroscience at Michigan State University and licensed Psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with clients with anxiety disorders, OCD, and PTSD, he studies how anxiety makes it harder to manage emotions, stay focused, and bounce back from mistakes. He uses neuroscience tools to identify links between anxiety and self-control problems and targets them with straightforward strategies that are tailored to the particular situation. Jason’s research has been published in top peer-reviewed journals. He is a Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science and serves on review boards for the National Institute of Mental Health. His work has appeared in education legislation and has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, HuffPost, Wired, Forbes, Psychology Today, Scientific American Mind, and Real Simple. 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

Annabel Gardner weaves together personal experience and thoughtful insight to explore how we confront uncertainty, define purpose, and rise through challenges. The blend of narrative and reflection invites the audience to pause, reassess priorities, and engage with life more intentionally. Annabel Gardner is a high school English teacher at Canterbury, where she not only loves what she teaches, but loves who she teaches even more. She coordinates the school's Writing Center, advises multiple student affinity groups including the Black Student Union and South Asian Student Alliance, and has guided students to win prestigious writing accolades, including New York Times recognition and thirteen Scholastic Gold Keys. A Vanderbilt University graduate with magna cum laude honors, Annabel is also a Columbia Teachers College Klingenstein Institute alum and a Scholastic Writing Outstanding Educator Award winner. 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

Kenny Wang offers a personal and thought-provoking narrative about growth, purpose, and resilience. Drawing from lived experiences, he challenges listeners to examine their assumptions, embrace vulnerability, and pursue genuine goals, connection and impact. Kenny Wang is a first-year student at the University of Notre Dame and an alumnus of Canterbury School. Kenny is pursuing a double major in Aerospace Engineering and Economics, blending technical rigor with a wide understanding of global systems. He is also a talented pianist who has shared his music with many. 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

Ben Steinmetz delves into his life’s experiences, as he travelled to various countries, reflecting on leadership, challenges, and the values that guide him. Through candid storytelling and deep insight, he encourages listeners to travel and define its value and impact on their own terms. Benjamin Steinmetz, a junior at Canterbury School. Ben was born in Mongolia and has lived a truly global life. He lived in 13 countries before moving to Fort Wayne this year. At just 16 years old, he brings a unique perspective shaped by his international experiences. Outside of academics, he expresses his creativity and discipline through music, playing both the piano and guitar. 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

Doyoung Kim shares his journey, insights, and transformative experiences to inspire audiences to rethink their approach to creativity, purpose, and resilience. With compelling stories and actionable takeaways, Kim demonstrates how looking at small pieces of information in the context of its neighbors can help us analyze big data and lead to meaningful impact. Doyoung is a senior at Canterbury School. After moving to the US from Korea in 2024 he has developed strong skills in data analysis and research, with expertise in algorithms and geographic information systems (GIS). His accomplishments include conducting research on the KNN algorithm and leading data-driven projects using GIS to analyze complex datasets. Academically, he has pursued rigorous coursework and independent projects that have further strengthened his foundation in data science and research methodology. Doyoung is passionate about applying data science to solve real-world problems and hopes to continue expanding this interest in college and beyond. Outside of academics, he enjoys sports and creative projects, which he feels keeps him balanced and motivated. 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

Aishwarya Sakhuja opens up about burnout and rediscovery, reminding us that health, peace, and authenticity must come before fame and endless productivity. Aishwarya Sakhuja Nag, born on January 4, 1985, in Tamil Nadu, is an Indian actress and model known for her roles in TV shows like Saas Bina Sasural and Yeh Hai Chahatein. She appeared in films such as Bhool Bhulaiyaa and Ujda Chaman. Aishwarya also participated in reality shows like Nach Baliye 7. In 2024, she became a certified regression therapist, planning to open her own clinic, while continuing her acting career. She is married to Rohit Nag and active on Instagram as @ash4sak. 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