If you are tired of watching the same series on Netflix every day and want to switch it up, these TED Talks are perfect and inspirational. From a range of intelligent and educated people, Ted talks are thought-provoking and capturing. TED Talks are short lectures from different people who share their thoughts, ideas, and fascinating stories with the world. Here are a few TED Talks to help you think deeply and analytically. You are hereby warned: you may start to ponder your grand potential and capabilities in life!
1. Your Body Language Shapes Who You Are by Amy Cuddy
Amy Cuddy shares her experience with body language and how it can affect your confidence and social opportunities. Her ideas of “power posing” in today’s society can negatively or positively influence your lifestyle.
2. Inside the Mind of a Master Procrastinator by Tim Urban
We all can relate to Tim Urban as he talks about his struggle with procrastination and cramming a year’s worth of work into 1 week. A valuable lesson for college students.
3. Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable by Luvvie Ajayi
Luvvie Ajayi talks about her feelings about speaking up for what is right, even when it feels uncomfortable.
4. Everyday Leadership by Drew Dudley
After telling us about the strong influence he had on a someone’s life, Drew Dudley shares the impact that we can have in the world without even realizing it. This is a personal favorite of mine!
5. What Will You Tell Your Daughters About 2016 by Chinaka Hodge
In a society that has been facing gender inequality and discrimination, Chinaka Hodge shares her poem about standing up, being brave, and setting an example for the future generation.
6. What Does My Headscarf Mean to You by Yassmin Abdel
Yassmin Abdel demonstrates the social bias in our society today. How do you respond to people who are different from you? Do you encourage diversity and acceptance, or subconsciously stick with what you know?