The New Fountain of Youth: Lifelong Learning | Ingrid Bianca Byerly | TEDxStGeorgeSalon
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- Опубліковано 19 чер 2024
- In the past, retiring from a career suggested hanging up your hat, giving up your dreams, losing your initiative, losing your creativity, and losing your mind. Not anymore! Referencing scientific research, and showing a curious, audacious fun-loving group of adventurers as her case-study, Duke University educator, and Semester at Sea teacher and traveler Dr. Ingrid Bianca Byerly shares the secret to a fulfilling 'Third Act' of life. Ingrid Bianca Byerly serves as the Director of the Humanitarian Challenges Focus program, and teaches public speaking and ethnomusicology at Duke University. A native of South Africa, she grew up in a family of musicians, which inspired her doctoral research on the agency of music in societies. Her interests as an educator range from the Montessori and Suzuki methods in early education to Lifelong Learning approaches in later years. Having sailed around the world as faculty on three Semester at Sea voyages, teaching world music and global advocacy for humanitarian causes, she has visited over 50 countries, both as a teacher and traveler. Besides instructing freshmen on the skills of student success, and guiding college seniors through their honors theses to graduate with distinction, she treasures the lifelong learners attending her classes on Semester at Sea, as they inspire her interest in the importance of adult education, and of optimizing the golden Third Act in life. 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
As a freshman in college, I feel comforted by Professor Byerly's reminder to seek fulfillment and purpose in all "acts" of life rather than just in my future career. I hope we can start viewing retirees as people who are still doing what they're passionate about and carrying out their life purpose.
I dread aging... it all pans back to my fear of dying without having fulfilled my "greater purpose". Dr. Byerly's talk has left me with a sense of comfort that allows me to view aging as a space for growing my knowledge and understanding of the world, instead of as an inevitable step closer to death. Fabulous TED talk!
While I am only entering Act II of my life, my parents are preparing for Act III of retirement. This is perfect for myself to think about and to send to my parents to help comfort them and get them excited for the next stage of their lives!
I love the idea of breaking down life into three stages, and giving each of those stages its own purpose while also stressing that learning and playing are just as important in each one. I think that so often, we forget that there is much more to life than just growing up and working, and we forget to actually live in our present.
As I am preparing to enter the workforce, I found this talk really helpful for re-thinking the idea that having a job is the "real world" versus college or schooling. I love the idea of education as a means to finding and realizing ones purpose.
For so long we've thought of school as the learning/training grounds and our careers as the stage to preform, but Ingrid is right, a full lifetime of learning will lead to a happier life and a society of great wisdom. Our third act is the one where we can define our purpose because of what we have learned during our careers - not just our childhood. This is a talk all should listen to as there are lessons to learn for those in each act of life.
As a college senior ready to enter the "second act" of my life, Dr. Byerly has succeeded in making me excited for my "third act" already! Thank you to Dr. Byerly, as well as the lifelong learners who inspire us all
As a student that just started college, this talk shifted my perspective on how my future is so much more than the career path or job I pursue, but the importance of the love of learning and finding self-fulfillment regardless of age. Thank you for this amazing talk!
This talk comes at a fitting time as the idea of early retirement becomes more popular. Fantastic message encouraging people to live out their calling and use all of our years productively and fulfillingly! Glad to hear this in Act I.
Really enjoyed this Ted Talk...before watching this, I used to be afraid of getting older because I thought it meant that I wouldn't be able to do anything meaningful or have any purpose...this Ted Talk changed my perception of how I view old age, as well as how I think about my future. Thank you.
A great talk discussing a very hopeful view of aging that is often overlooked. I, for one, have viewed retirement as a stagnant time consisting of golf, but I am happy to learn that there might be more to it!
Loved the message of this
It's easy to get caught up in the moment and forget to look at the bigger picture that is one's life. The idea that I'm working towards my third act puts things into perspective and makes me more confident to make decisions that reflect who I am and where I want to go!
This TEDTalk really brought my attention to the way I am living life now and how I want to live in future years. I enjoyed the shift in perspective offered in the talk, seeing retirement age as a time of freedom to bask in the glory of being a lifelong learner. I think I will try to take it a step further and use this TEDTalk as a reminder that my purpose throughout life is not limited to a job description. Thus, I shouldn’t treat it (my purpose or my life) as such.
This talk is really motivating for me. It reminded me of one of my professors who teaches and is the head of his own research lab in his late 80s! His passion for what he does is a beautiful third act that I want to emulate one day. I really liked the ending where she asked us how we'll approach our own third acts!
This talk gives a powerful perspective for individuals as they grow older and experience the different stages of life. It really provides you with an excitement for the future rather than a dread for what may be coming next. As a college senior about to enter the real world, this is exactly the outlook I need to cultivate living life as a life long learner.
My parents always taught me the importance of learning outside of a classroom and continue to embody that well into their second stage of life. I'm glad someone is advocating for all the life long learners out there!
I am currently on the cusp of entering Act 2 in my life, and to me, this was a daunting realization. I'm glad I listened to this talk because it provided me with a new perspective on life and lifelong learning!
The speech has resonated immensely as I reflect on my grandparents and how they have made the most of their third act of life. I aspire to do the same when I am older. Inspiring talk!
Understanding how life comes in three main acts has really opened my eyes to the importance of living in the present. I am a college Freshman, and in the next few years will be entering the second major act of my life. I intend to take these next few years to work on fulfilling the first act of my life, and setting my future self up for success. This was a wonderful TED Talk!
Awesome! Definitely a message that hits close to home for myself and many others entering a new stage of life
What a wonderful talk! I agree that retirement is often seen as a time of decay, yet it's fascinating to instead see it as a time for growth and flourishing. Thanks for sharing this insight!!
I love the focus on this Ted Talk, especially keeping those people in mind that are in their "third act" in my life. Someone like my grandma, who has fulfilled every part of life that she could during her first two acts, is now reaping the benefits in her third. She is such a wonderful lady that exemplifies the principles of being a life long learner. Possessing so much knowledge but also yearning to possess more and explore more, I have always known that she is a wise woman. This video further confirms that for me! Great work Professor Byerly. :)
Awesome Video! I hope that I can take this with me as I grow older
I loved this speech, thank you for tackling this topic. I’ve shared it with my parents, and hope they also embrace the next stage of their life as an opportunity to learn.
Ingrid, what a beautiful talk! Thanks for celebrating Lifelong Learners who are in the Third Act. (That's ME!!!!!)
I really enjoyed the analogy of the thirds of your life being broken into the bronze, silver, or gold sections. It's a great reminder of how keeping an open mind and heart can set us up for long term success, and is very comforting!
A wonderful talk that I'm sure is comforting the people entering retirement, but is also just as comforting to college students. There's definitely a fear of growing old and exiting exciting college years, but reframing how we think about retirement is important in preserving our youth. Very intelligently put Ingrid!
As a college senior nearing graduation, probably the most dramatic/scariest transition I've had to face, this talk gives me a lot of comfort. As long as we keep learning and working to make each 'act' as fulfilling as the last, we might just be able to drown out our fear with excitement for what the future may hold. Thank you
As you said "learning together keeps your mind awake" and I couldn't agree more! Wonderful talk that reminded me that even though I am about to graduate college I will always be a lifelong learner. Thank you for allowing me to learn together with you as I explore my future paths!
As a college student who finds myself basing my personal value on what my level of success in my future career will be, this talk has allowed me to reflect on my goals and how I could reach self-fulfillment through learning regardless of my job position. Thank you!
Ingrid, the idea of the third act is so exciting. I love the idea of what am I going to do for the rest of my life and my purpose in the third act, Seize the day! wohoo!🙌♥
I really enjoy the comforting and inspiring speech. The point of changing our perspective of life from the mundane pursuit of job titles to a lifelong journey of learning and fulfillment is enlightening. Our anxiety over age and "success" can be so much reduced if we simply think in another way.
Looking forward to my third act already :)
I often think about the negative stereotypes around older people and that there is little left to do then relax in retirement (which is completely valid and people should do!), but it's really refreshing to hear another perspective and shift your perspective to view that "third act" differently, and a perfect time to keep learning.
The aspiration to learn throughout all acts of one's life is inspiring
What a wonderful talk to reflect on the higher purpose of education
A well done Ted Talk! Really changes my perspective. Certainly an idea worth sharing! :)
I really enjoyed this speech - very inspiring and it motivates me to continue learning. I'm less scared now of the Third Act of life - education and learning is something that continues throughout life, and lasts a lifetime. I hope that I can continue learning, regardless of my age, as it engages me and allows me to create new experiences.
I can totally identify with this talk!!!
I love this - so incredibly inspirational ❤️
Thank you Dave - pleased it resonated for you.