The power of words | Sala Tiatia | TEDxYouth@Christchurch

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  • Опубліковано 21 вер 2024
  • At the age of six, Sala Tiatia experienced domestic violence for the first time. It was the verbal abuse however, that bought the most darkness to Sala’s internal world⁠-until one particular English class, with one particular English teacher, turned Sala’s dark world around. In this compelling and emotional talk, Sala shares the words that bought light to his world and how he speaks light into the world of some of New Zealand’s most vulnerable young people. Sala Tiatia is a local youth educator who has been involved in youth work for the last 30 years; his roles have varied from church ministry, community work and running youth work workshops about youth work for youth workers, right through to running leadership programmes in mainstream schools and alternative education.
    He is still working with youth and their whānau today, and is a huge advocate for everyone, especially men, to seek help in counselling, have a greater sense of self care and be intentional with their holistic health. 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

КОМЕНТАРІ • 78

  • @ghostxgaming1577
    @ghostxgaming1577 6 місяців тому +4

    sala is my youth worker at christchurch nz, and he one of the best people you can talk to, hes funny and he is caring, 1 on 1 coversations with him are amazing and he makes me feel safe.

    • @Leofaumeo
      @Leofaumeo Місяць тому

      And likes to sleep around on his wife with co workers...a real snake

  • @balenaivanawalu7918
    @balenaivanawalu7918 Місяць тому +1

    YOU.ARE.AMAZING. Your strength to overcome and transform is remarkable! Thank you Vaofusi!

    • @Leofaumeo
      @Leofaumeo Місяць тому

      He's a snake that sleeps around with co workers behind his wife's back..well known for it

  • @curtisforbes1
    @curtisforbes1 Рік тому +1

    All I have to say is in two words... Awesome!... Incredible!
    Thank you for sharing.

  • @jordypomare197
    @jordypomare197 5 років тому +24

    i went to this talk. it was my first time i’d ever been to a ted event. and let me tell you, everyone was tearing up.

  • @cmarquise92
    @cmarquise92 2 роки тому +13

    I’m surprised this doesn’t have more views. The entire message of this video is so true it’s kinda of mind blowing, how so many ppl overlook the power of your words.

  • @adambuckingham143
    @adambuckingham143 Рік тому +5

    This is one of the best speeches ive ever heard his delivery is amazing,

  • @LittleTiger11
    @LittleTiger11 3 роки тому +4

    What a powerful ending, I’m crying 😭

  • @Aspenpod
    @Aspenpod 10 місяців тому +2

    Amazing talk. Incredibly moving. Thank you Mr. Tiatia for this life changing gift.

  • @jamesfirth-haydon7381
    @jamesfirth-haydon7381 Місяць тому +1

    Wow. This is absolutely stunning and very inspiring. The fact that you have handcrafted all the pieces is spectacular and congratulations to you. Thanks so much for this piece of creative genius. Totally love it. Tempted myself to make this as well now. I tackled Weathertop and Amon Hen recently and they were great fun.

  • @NattyBeGood
    @NattyBeGood 4 роки тому +6

    Kia kaha te mahi ehoa! You're doing an awesome job Sala. God bless.

  • @patricialloyd866
    @patricialloyd866 3 роки тому +4

    May God Bless you Sala, and the Word became Light Amen 🙏

  • @sequoialadeilvelez4263
    @sequoialadeilvelez4263 5 років тому +20

    Well spoken Sala, words bestowed upon us by our parents become our future programming. Sometimes we must unlearn what has been spoken over us and become what it is we speak over ourselves.

  • @hughesdela
    @hughesdela 5 років тому +10

    Maximum respect for sharing - best Tedx talk I've seen 🙌
    The power of life and death is in the tongue.
    Words carry spirit. Speak life. Amene!

  • @TamaFit
    @TamaFit 3 роки тому +16

    This brings tears to my eyes, we have a long way to go with our trauma upbringing, it's so amazing that the new generation is changing this around for the next generation. Faafetai tele lava USO, amazing work you do God bless 🙏👍

  • @mrskauvaka
    @mrskauvaka 2 роки тому +3

    "I am loved" "I am worthy"

  • @tonyfeao817
    @tonyfeao817 5 років тому +13

    Powerful Talk Sala. This will be a blessing to many. Ofa atu

  • @ImThe8thHokage
    @ImThe8thHokage 3 роки тому +6

    Sala, you are amazing You are really good! 🥺🧡 Love from St. Paul, Minnesota.

  • @thedonfonz2481
    @thedonfonz2481 5 років тому +7

    SEKI USO ! LOVE YOU AND YOUR WORK USO !

  • @TAUUSO
    @TAUUSO 2 роки тому +4

    Wow Sala- That was powerful! Thank you for what you are doing

  • @jenniferpoutoa6021
    @jenniferpoutoa6021 5 років тому +7

    Amen Sala!! And the Word became flesh...Power of Words!! Keep doing what your doing Sala.. speaking LIFE into the lives of our young people!!

  • @lanez685
    @lanez685 3 роки тому +8

    It’s sad that this is the norm in Pacific Islander households, but it’s courageous men like Sala that spark change and bring light to these truths. I’ve had similar experiences in my upbringing but was too afraid to speak up about it. Thank you for sharing your story uso … And word became flesh ❤️

  • @olivequeenietongiahoe5990
    @olivequeenietongiahoe5990 3 роки тому +3

    Thank you Sala for your spoken word of truth that gives others the power to find courage to love thy self 🌸🌸🌸

  • @pana6572
    @pana6572 Рік тому

    Round of applause for my Uso here Mr Sala Tiatia, Praise The Lord for this awesome speech and documentary. I'm so blessed to have come across this. Big fa'amalo lava and fa'afetai tele for reaching out and speaking the Truth. God bless you and keep on winning!!!

  • @filitapa8089
    @filitapa8089 5 років тому +12

    Love this uso 💛🙏🏽 it pulled on the old heart strings for me and personal experience. Ofa lahi atu.

  • @TV-wy1py
    @TV-wy1py 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you Sala. This is a blessing. Beautiful journey.

  • @pana6572
    @pana6572 Рік тому

    And a standing ovation too? Wow, well deserved Uso! Love and Blessings!

  • @lisaheald-o1v
    @lisaheald-o1v Рік тому

    You have made such a difference to so many young peoples lives.

  • @maharamarley8993
    @maharamarley8993 3 роки тому +2

    Tkw 2014 OG rep👌💯
    Teared up soooo much!! Brought back so many memories🥺😭

  • @iamheartslight
    @iamheartslight 2 роки тому

    So Power-Full heart speak spoken. Faafetai tele lava Sala... Alofa tele atu, from my heart's light to Yours, may you lead many more young peope to realising their true beauty... x

  • @samarasuafoa2474
    @samarasuafoa2474 Рік тому

    I weep. I weep! Thank you for sharing your story so authentically!

  • @MasterWilsons
    @MasterWilsons 4 роки тому +2

    Much love sala the mahi u do in Otautahi is unforgettable xx

  • @sheldonsmith8707
    @sheldonsmith8707 4 роки тому +2

    Wow this message is powerful and this man speaks it so eloquently! 👏👏

  • @siligadavidsetoga6156
    @siligadavidsetoga6156 3 роки тому

    Thank you Sala...Malo le faaea, You Uplift our Spirits. God Bless.

  • @ithastobesaidpodcast
    @ithastobesaidpodcast Рік тому

    The chant at the end gave me chills!!

  • @geebaybee3717
    @geebaybee3717 5 місяців тому

    One word ( Beautiful ) 👏🏽

  • @mariafuamatu1749
    @mariafuamatu1749 2 роки тому +2

    This is so powerful thank you for sharing your beautiful message.

  • @meatv6375
    @meatv6375 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you brother this was awesome. And the word become flesh x Ngā mihi

  • @cjfuego9663
    @cjfuego9663 2 роки тому

    A issue world wide.. powerful speech.. thank u brother

  • @yohssuwondo9618
    @yohssuwondo9618 Рік тому

    ... and the words become flesh ...
    Love you, Sala

  • @jaypzl
    @jaypzl 2 роки тому

    Wow. Powerful. From beginning to end. Whew!

  • @katiegasson6259
    @katiegasson6259 2 роки тому +2

    Wow, powerful & absolutely lifechanging words, thank you sooo much for your bravery in sharing your story. ps the ending.... omg..... no words......

  • @jennakelly9771
    @jennakelly9771 5 років тому +2

    Kia ora for sharing! So powerful your story and words are. I’m so glad I have had the privilege of hearing them.

  • @emilyespinozas6853
    @emilyespinozas6853 8 місяців тому

    This was so beautiful opens my eyes now seeing that words hold so much power that could impact your life

  • @wezdom_nz
    @wezdom_nz Рік тому

    POWERFUL!
    Thank you Sala!

  • @sunadercas
    @sunadercas 5 років тому +2

    Sole that was so good!! Brought me to tears. Well done Uso! Alofas to you and Dan ❤️

  • @Terinabaybee
    @Terinabaybee 7 місяців тому

    I love it I can hella translate I appreciate this message it made me cry thank you Sala

  • @lyricmum215
    @lyricmum215 4 роки тому +2

    Oml that was beautiful, thank you this is what I'm currently learning and wanting to teach mothers
    Telling new stories for themselves and telling their children new stories

  • @candisfirchau3810
    @candisfirchau3810 Рік тому

    Such a good talk, wow, whew ❤️

  • @katriendelbeke7658
    @katriendelbeke7658 3 роки тому

    Your whole Talk of words is like a Poem .... to become Flesh ! Wonderfull and Strong !!! ;) Much Love , You Are !

  • @pana6572
    @pana6572 Рік тому

    Thanks to my Uso co-worker Leo for sending me this documentary!

  • @_amoopoint_1458
    @_amoopoint_1458 5 років тому

    Holding back tears..
    Wow.

  • @puaweal9762
    @puaweal9762 Рік тому

    Pretty powerful talk

  • @tassahlopati2443
    @tassahlopati2443 5 років тому +2

    This video is everything 🙌 thank you champ 💛

  • @francisadjei2408
    @francisadjei2408 Рік тому

    I love this!!!!!! My God

  • @jenniferpoutoa6021
    @jenniferpoutoa6021 5 років тому +2

    Beautiful uso, continue sharing Gods favour

  • @ianagirl
    @ianagirl 5 років тому

    Deep...powerful. Way to speak on it Sala

  • @beatafaller248
    @beatafaller248 5 років тому

    I'm in tears. 💛

  • @nancytemoana162
    @nancytemoana162 2 роки тому

    Beautiful korero awesome healing for the young hairdresser lady. Inspiring I am loved I am worthy💞

  • @sjosephlaurore
    @sjosephlaurore 2 роки тому

    amazing!

  • @shanjames3853
    @shanjames3853 3 роки тому

    BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!

  • @prissymcc
    @prissymcc 2 роки тому

    🙏🏽Powerful🙏🏽

  • @nathanohlson4208
    @nathanohlson4208 2 роки тому

    So powerful

  • @ironboy1991
    @ironboy1991 4 роки тому +2

    That Haka was incredible. Anybody know which one this was exactly?

  • @onelove3495
    @onelove3495 2 роки тому

    That what make us strong we try to prove those words are not for you some will take to the heart to push them to be better than that. like our tua’a that conquer the Pacific Ocean

  • @mikishajoseph544
    @mikishajoseph544 3 роки тому

    Loved this talk ❤

  • @rsila25
    @rsila25 5 років тому +1

    Respect champ🤙🙏

  • @josaianamoumou8674
    @josaianamoumou8674 2 роки тому

    Amazing!

  • @luseanelafitani4831
    @luseanelafitani4831 2 роки тому

    Sala Tiatia, Faafetai Lava, fakafeta'i! Keep shouting your words, and they will become flesh! Malo, malo moe 'ofa lahi atu

  • @mataiocruz90
    @mataiocruz90 3 роки тому

    Amazing uso wow

  • @alexitamm72
    @alexitamm72 3 роки тому

    Amazing 💞

  • @BD-683
    @BD-683 3 роки тому

    Beautiful 💜

  • @anapenteado7227
    @anapenteado7227 2 роки тому

    I am crying.

  • @jamaltiatia8819
    @jamaltiatia8819 5 років тому +4

    Meeeaaan

  • @jock8363
    @jock8363 3 роки тому

    Chur bo