Breaking Free from Learned Helplessness | Afni Danisa Paramesti | TEDxPribadi School Depok
Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try, you just can't succeed?That feeling of powerlessness has a name: learned helplessness. This speech will help you understand what it is, using real-life examples you can relate to. Most importantly, you'll discover simple, effective strategies to overcome it.Ready to stop feeling defeated and unlock your true potential? A young voice with a powerful message. At just 13 years old, Afni is an 8th-grade student who is already making waves. A silver medalist at the 2025 Owlypia Debate and Speech Competition, she has a passion for psychology and a talent for weaving stories. In this talk, she proves that curiosity and a passion for learning have no age limit. 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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