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The most popular talks of all time
(25 talks)
25 talks
The most popular talks of all time
6h 42m
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Are schools killing creativity? What makes a great leader? How can I find happiness? These 25 talks are the ones that you and your fellow TED fans just can't stop sharing.
The secret to lifelong friendship
(6 talks)
6 talks
The secret to lifelong friendship
1h 21m
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Tough conversations, lasting memories, shouldering loss together ... These speakers embody the highs and lows of true friendship.
How to practice emotional first aid
(10 talks)
10 talks
How to practice emotional first aid
2h 6m
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Handy TED Talks for when you (or a loved one) need help recovering from an emotional hit.
Great TED Talks to inspire fiction writing
(10 talks)
10 talks
Great TED Talks to inspire fiction writing
1h 56m
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Fun writing prompts in the form of some fascinating TED Talks.
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