Marathon runner and charity fundraiser Ben Smith reveals how he overcame the effects of bullying and found both happiness and his identity through extreme physical endeavour and by undertaking the 401 Challenge.

On the 1st September 2015 I Ben began the most challenging and rewarding experiences of his life.

He started a ‘World Record’ attempt which will saw him run 401 marathons in 401 consecutive days around 309 different locations of the UK mainland. The challenge aimed to raise both awareness of the issues of bullying in our society along with £250,000 for two amazing charities dedicated to tackling bullying. The two charities are called ‘Stonewall’ and ‘Kidscape’. Both these charities work tirelessly to support award winning initiatives which really get to the heart of bullying in our UK schools and society in all its forms.

The £250,000 raised through generous donations from UK business’ and the public will help support both these charities carry on the amazing work they do.

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Dans ce talk en Anglais, Edouard Jacqmin nous parle de son expérience de voyager à travers lEurope sans argent pendant 21 jours, et les conséquences que ce voyage a eu sur sa manière de voir les relations humaines.

La plupart d’entre nous rêvons de voyager. Mais beaucoup d’entre nous croient que nous ne pouvons pas à cause du manque d’argent. À 24 ans, j’ai voyagé en Europe de l’Est pendant 21 jours sans dépenser un seul centime. Un jour, j’ai vidé mon portefeuille et j’ai décidé de prendre la route. Traversant 5 pays différents, j’ai appris au cours de cette aventure incroyable 4 leçons que nous pouvons tous appliquer dans notre vie quotidienne.

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After spending 4 months a year for the last 30 years living out of a suitcase, Rick Steves reflects on the value of thoughtful travel. Sharing lessons learned from Iran to El Salvador and from India to Denmark, Steves tells why spending all that time and money away from home has broadened his perspective, enriched his life, and made it clear to him, as he says in his talk, «Fear is for people who dont get out very much.»

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Stress isn’t always a bad thing; it can be handy for a burst of extra energy and focus, like when you’re playing a competitive sport or have to speak in public. But when it’s continuous, it actually begins to change your brain. Madhumita Murgia shows how chronic stress can affect brain size, its structure, and how it functions, right down to the level of your genes.

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With this talk, Dr. Nick Fuhrman encourages us to recognize the profound personal impact that we can have on others — both in and out of the classroom. Dr. Nick Fuhrman is an associate professor of environmental education in the Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication. Also known as “Ranger Nick,” he teaches graduate courses in educational program development and data analysis and undergraduate courses in environmental education and teaching methods. Dr. Fuhrman received his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Forestry from Virginia Tech and his PhD in Agricultural Education and Communication from the University of Florida. His life’s passion is teaching, and he often uses live animals (such as snakes, turtles, and owls) in the classroom and on his monthly television series, Ranger Nick. Dr. Fuhrman and his wife, Jessica, have a son, Miles, who already seems to love animals and the outdoors as much as his dad. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

Как найти баланс между семьей и работой?

Как возобновить карьеру после перерыва?

Как начать дело своей жизни?

Вам помогут знания проектного менеджмента, иностранных языков и психологии, считает Х.Утеулина.

Экономист

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Прерванное детство и упущенные возможности. Почему до сих пор в Казахстане по разным данным ежедневно 3-5 несовершеннолетних девочек выходят замуж? И как складывается их жизнь после такого решения? Экспертка по ранним бракам и гендерным вопросам Газиза делится своим опытом в этом выступлении. Координаторка программ ЮНФПА в области охраны сексуального и репродуктивного здоровья This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

Through intimate personal reflections and patient stories, Fahad Saeed, MD shares his personal journey with the fear of death. In the end, he is surprised to find a simple answer to embracing his own mortality. Dr. Fahad Saeed is a nephrologist and a palliative care specialist who studies dialysis decision-making and end-of-life experiences. His personal life experience as an immigrant and care of patients with serious illnesses have taught him valuable lesson about matters of life and death – and he seeks to share them with everyone.

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Colin Wright is an author, entrepreneur, and full-time traveller who moves to a new country every four months based on the votes of his readers. He is the author of over thirty books, is the co-founder of Asymmetrical Press, and through his blog, Exile Lifestyle, Colin reaches over two-million people each year with his writing about lifestyle, travel, and personal fulfilment.

In a talk full of individual experiences, he will show you how easily you can get rid off the superfluous to focus on your true needs and become more free.

Colin Wright is an author, entrepreneur, and full-time traveller who moves to a new country every four months based on the votes of his readers.

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