Quiet strength: The power of patience and love | Laire Sadewo | TEDxAvicenna Cinere School
In a world that glorifies speed, dominance, and instant success, could it be that the strongest people are those who wait, listen, and love without applause?This talk takes you on an emotional journey through science, storytelling, and lived experience to uncover the quiet strength that outlasts storms and heals hearts. Laire Sadewo's words invite you to rethink what it means to be powerful, not through control, but through compassion, not through urgency, but through unwavering patience.In this emotional and heartfelt talk, Laire Sadewo redefines what it means to be strong in a world that glorifies speed, volume, and perfection. From a mother’s calm resilience to a nurse’s unwavering compassion, this talk honors the silent, enduring courage that builds a more human world. Laire Kenzie Swamurti Sadewo, a 14 year old student from Avicenna Cinere Junior High School, exemplifies quiet strength in both character and action. Known for her calm determination and thoughtful approach, Laire embraces challenges not for recognition but from a genuine desire to learn and make a meaningful impact. This mindset earned her the Grand Award and Gold Medal in the field of Technology at the 2025 Indonesian Student Research Competition (ISRC). Her journey is marked by patience, persistence and steady growth. She believes that true strength lies in quiet resilience like showing up, staying committed and moving forward even when progress is unseen. Currently, she is actively developing her skills in public speaking and research competitions, growing steadily while staying true to the values that define her. Laire will be one of the speakers at the TEDxAvicenna Cinere School Main Event on June 22nd, 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
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