Abhishek Shah
Abhishek Shah

@abhishekshah173

23 Tweets 15 reads Feb 03, 2022
3,500 TED Talks.
But only a few are worth your time.
Here is a list of 20 TED Talks to help you learn, laugh, and grow:
Inside the mind of a master procrastinator
By Tim Urban (@waitbutwhy)
We all procrastinate, but this video will tell you why we do it & how it matters.
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The history of our world in 18 minutes
By David Christian (@davidgchristian)
From the Big Bang to the internet, this is the crash course we all need.
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How great leaders inspire action
By Simon Sinek (@simonsinek)
With great examples and simple steps, this video will change your approach to leadership.
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What makes a good life? Lessons from the longest study on happiness
By Robert Waldinger (@robertwaldinger)
The speaker leverages a 75 y/o study on adult development to demystify the path to a fulfilling life.
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The best stats you've ever seen
By Hans Rosling
With compelling data visuals and eye-opening stats, this man will change your perceptions of the "developing world."
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How to speak so that people want to listen
By Julian Treasure (@juliantreasure)
It's filled with vocal exercises and simple tips to make you a powerful speaker.
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The next outbreak? We're not ready
By Bill Gates (@BillGates)
Timely to say the least...
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How to spot a liar
By Pamela Meyer (@Pamela_Meyer)
Deception is all around but this talk will give you the tools to take back the truth.
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The art of misdirection
By Apollo Robbins
Watch the world's greatest pickpocket unravel the flaws in human perception.
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How to make stress your friend
By Kelly McGonigal (@kellymcgonigal)
A health psychologist breaks down how we can leverage stress as a strength.
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Looks aren't everything. Believe me, I'm a model
By Cameron R. (@CameronCRussell)
In a compelling example of appearance vs reality, a model unveils the dark side of her industry.
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How to find and do work you love
By Scott Dinsmore
A career change strategist tells you why and how you can find work in a space that you actually care about.
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How to start a movement
By Derek Sivers (@sivers)
With an iconic example, Derek breaks down exactly how movements begin.
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5 steps to designing the life you want
By Bill Burnett (@wburnett)
We spend hours designing our homes, here is how you can design your life.
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The first 20 hours: how to learn anything
By Josh Kaufman (@joshkaufman)
Learning is a skill - here is a tactical approach to learning anything.
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Unwavering Focus
Dandapani (@DandapaniLLC)
A Hindu monk shares the spiritual tools to create unwavering focus - an undeniable asset in today's world.
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After watching this, your brain will not be the same
By Lara Boyd
A talk that will change your perception of brain flexibility and how we can shape the brain we want.
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The Skill of Humor
By Andrew Tarvin
Rather unconventional but an effective lesson on humor - not that I needed it.
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How to fix a broken heart
By Guy Winch (@GuyWinch)
If you're heartbroken stop listening to sad songs, hear this "Guy" instead :)
Again, not that I needed it but watched it for a friend...
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The surprising habits of original thinkers
By Adam Grant (@AdamMGrant)
Organizational psychologist Adam Grant decrypts the path to authentic ideation.
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