Two Steps to Happiness: Sara Oliveri at TEDxAllendaleColumbiaSchool

Sara Oliveri coaches people to live happier lives and to operate happier organizations. She studies the science behind human thriving.

Re:Start Your Life: SaulPaul at TEDxYouth@Austin

After serving time, rapper and singer-songwriter SaulPaul completely reversed the downhill path of his life. When he graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with honors, the ambitious vision that he had for himself became a reality. Now, using his tasteful rhymes and freestyle raps, SaulPaul incorporates his unique style with his guitar and loop pedal; his powerful voice and brings his inspiring message to the world.

Why Not Put the Gun Down?: Yoni Hernandez at TEDxYouth@Watsonville

At the age of seven, in Chiapas, Mexico, Yoni was shot during the uprising of the Zapatistas. Immigrating to the United States, Yoni was bullied at school and sought protection from a gang when he attended Watsonville High. Yoni's life story and message: Why Not Put the Gun Down? is relevant for youth involved in gangs and adults involved in war. Yoni's life is a story of triumph and courage.

Acceptance: Kierra Lindores at TEDxYouth@Kamloops

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group.

Teens and Social Media: Tatiana Gilbert at TEDxYouth@Kamloops

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group.

From Pain, to Power to Success: Macio Thompkins at TEDxYouth@TheBeltline

Macio Thompkins is a 19 year old employee of the City of Atlanta and a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School in Atlanta. Growing up on the Northwest side of Atlanta, Macio had to overcome numerous challenges and hurdles to achieve his dream of graduating high school and being a model of success for his family and friends. However, thanks to Beyond the Bricks program offered this summer at Georgia State University, Macio dreams now include sharing his talent with the world and his message of determination and success.

The Power of our Thoughts: Grant Korgan at TEDxYouth@SanDiego 2013

It is human to fall down. The magic happens when we get back up. This inspiring talk by Grant Korgan illuminates the power of our thoughts and how choosing positivity helps us live a life that is truly unlimited.

A nanoscientist and professional athlete, Grant Korgan has never shied away from a challenge. After breaking is back in an extreme snowmobiling injury, Grant began an extraordinary journey of recovery, the first year of which inspired his book, Two Feet Back. Through hard work, positivity and love Grant has regained the ability to walk with two canes. On January 17, 2012 he became the first person with a spinal cord injury to push himself the final degree of latitude (80 miles) to the geographical South Pole.