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Please share: What TED Talk has brought tears to your eyes?
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... and do include the weblink to it too please.
Here, browse the full list of TED Talk from newest to oldest: http://www.ted.com/talks/quick-list
Closing Statement from Dave Lim
Gratitude to and appreciate each and every one for your sharing.
Dimitra Papageorgiou 200+
It was frustrating to see children being deprived of their innocence and used as war machines.
Thank you Sharmeen for sharing this with us.
Eun A Jo 10+
I cried when she started crying. I think I was so immersed in the talk that I was somehow connected to her emotions.
lars francis
http://www.ted.com/talks/eve_ensler.html
AMAZING
Jonas Eriksson
http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/eng/josette_sheeran_ending_hunger_now.html
Salim Solaiman 50+
http://www.ted.com/talks/aaron_huey.html
Colleen Steen 500+
http://www.ted.com/talks/lang/hun/jill_bolte_taylor_s_powerful_stroke_of_insight.html
The link was sent to me by a friend who recognized similarities in Jill's story and mine. Although Jill had a stroke, and I sustained a Traumatic Brain Injury, I relate to much of what she describes, and the memory brought tears to my eyes each time I watched it. One thing that is so wonderful and informational about Jill's talk, is that because she is a neuroscientist, she can describe the experience from many different perspectives, and relate scientific facts, intertwined with the experience:>) This talk was also my introduction to TED:>)
Muhammad Aizat Zainal Alam 30+
truly sad yet inspiring :')
Erol Toksoy 10+
Jim Moonan 30+
http://www.ted.com/talks/9_11_healing_the_mothers_who_found_forgiveness_friendship.html
Dianna Lane
I'm astounded and in awe of the incredibly amazing Simon Lewis who had such strength and discipline to recover from such a traumatic brain and body injury.
He’s eloquent, articulate and a treasure house of knowledge.
Simon also exudes humbleness and unbelievable o p t i m i s m.
I’m so grateful he’s alive and that he’s shared his story.
I can’t wait to read his book.
http://www.amazon.com/Rise-Shine-Extraordinary-Journey-Recovery/dp/1595800514
Do not read if you dislike spoilers:
Simon Lewis made the seemingly miraculous recovery from tremendous brain & total body physical injury caused by a horrific car accident. He lost most of his blood, broke major bones including his pelvis, collarbone and all but 2 ribs. He overcame low IQ to become a genius through cognitive training. I'm thoroughly inspired by this humble and brilliant man! He's (too) humble though, for this talk needs to be SPREAD throughout the world. He's talking about healing consciousness challenges that the world is experiencing at large - depression, migraines, headaches, Alzheimer's, stroke and more.
Mr Lewis is talking about helping each other and tapping more of our human potential!
Let’s all play a part in this cause.
Whether its to curb depression and loneliness by connecting, broadening and nurturing our social circles, teaching and giving brain gym to patients recovering from stroke, helping kids get off computer addictions or giving old folks some brain stimulation. I walked past the Alzheimer's Association and saw the old folks in an empty and quiet room. Empty room. Empty mind.
What is something you can do to help?
Link: http://www.ted.com/talks/simon_lewis_don_t_take_consciousness_for_granted.html
Dave Lim 500+
A human being with so much pure joy, wonderment and soaring spirit of adventure.
He spoke about his forthcoming flights speaking about the danger, and he died while attempting it. A unique person who pushes the boundaries and moves the human race forward.
http://www.ted.com/talks/ueli_gegenschatz_extreme_wingsuit_jumping.html