Allow things to unfold and you will find your purpose in life | Peggy Oki | TEDxQueenstown

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  • With an appreciation of flow and motion Peggy's life has been always been driven by passion. From surfing and skateboarding to the intimate appreciation what she calls the 'Cetacean Nation'. Discovering the transformative force of participation artwork through her Origami Whales project was the first step to realising that passion could be harnessed, amplified and ultimately inspire for a deeper purpose.
    Surfer, Skateboarder, Artist and Activist.
    Once the only female member of the famous Zephyr Skateboard team from documentary 'Dogtown and Z-Boys': Peggy’s love of the outdoors inspires her to travel worldwide in search of good surf. In 2004, she founded the Origami Whales Project to raise awareness about commercial whaling. She has also developed the Whales and Dolphins Ambassador Program and led campaigns such as ‘Let’s Face It’, which petitions to save New Zealand’s critically endangered Maui’s dolphins and Hector’s dolphins.
    This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx

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  • @333houseoflight
    @333houseoflight 6 років тому +4653

    I don't know about you but when I see her, I see such a beautiful and shining lady.... Someone who loves life and is so down to earth. I want to be like that... Naturally beautiful, happy and inspiring.

    • @kevinharing766
      @kevinharing766 5 років тому +90

      I agree. She seems to radiate a calm joviality without having to 'try' to do so. She has a luminosity which shines through. An inner beauty that is warm and welcoming... even in a video.

    • @kevinharing766
      @kevinharing766 5 років тому +4

      @Kim Henry lol you should ask her if you could study her face hehehe :p

    • @crypthor2008
      @crypthor2008 5 років тому +17

      and some ppl envy ppl with money and women lmao

    • @anamarialombardi6653
      @anamarialombardi6653 5 років тому +6

      I agree completly

    • @LuckyFish3000
      @LuckyFish3000 5 років тому +5

      333身心靈 sending you good vibes.

  • @kennethhirabayashi4009
    @kennethhirabayashi4009 4 роки тому +4066

    It comforts me to know that there are such beautiful people in this world.

    • @susux7332
      @susux7332 4 роки тому +16

      Kenneth Hirabayashi Same here. I wish to be someone like that.

    • @kennethhirabayashi4009
      @kennethhirabayashi4009 4 роки тому +41

      @@susux7332 no wish, just be

    • @horsligne2316
      @horsligne2316 3 роки тому +40

      I believe that there are so many people that amazing
      They just still don't know how to find themselves

    • @anthonynavarro4276
      @anthonynavarro4276 3 роки тому +7

      Roger that 🤙

    • @early60srcool
      @early60srcool 3 роки тому +8

      Me too Me too! Thank God

  • @santino4203
    @santino4203 4 роки тому +2044

    I really don’t get how us, as one of the millions of species this beautiful planet has, focus on destroying instead of living together and building together. We have to spread love and peace. Let’s have a beautiful place to live in like we did millions of years ago. Where we depended on one another to survive. We are all connected.

    • @recyclespinning9839
      @recyclespinning9839 4 роки тому +25

      Nice fairy tale, but a million years ago we were hunter /gatherer. Probably fought for territory..

    • @Kwepso.
      @Kwepso. 3 роки тому +13

      I totally agree, people should take their loving place more serious, most think the short term and don't look at the long term side effects of their actions, but hey we could still make a difference:)

    • @Kwepso.
      @Kwepso. 3 роки тому +26

      @@recyclespinning9839 that was when we weren't overpopulated and damaging the earth so the correlation doesn't really match up to be fair

    • @non1263
      @non1263 3 роки тому +26

      Every species destroys to some extent. Only humans are apparently the first creatures on Earth that use up resources faster than the Earth can replace them. There might be other instances in nature of that, but I’m pretty sure no animal uses as much resources as humans.

    • @Burlesco1920
      @Burlesco1920 3 роки тому +22

      Capitalism

  • @JohnSmith190377
    @JohnSmith190377 3 роки тому +535

    As a result of this video I made a small donation to the sea Shepherd conservation society. I hope that it will contribute to saving at least one of these magnificent creatures.

    • @JohnSmith190377
      @JohnSmith190377 3 роки тому +15

      Francesco excellent! The way I see it, I’m only here on planet earth once, why not try and do the small good here whilst I can 👍🏻

    • @321hair
      @321hair 3 роки тому +11

      There is no such thing as a "small" donation... Good on ya!!

    • @JohnSmith190377
      @JohnSmith190377 3 роки тому +3

      @@321hair thanks thur that comment Pam 👍🏻

    • @pinkphoenix1111
      @pinkphoenix1111 2 роки тому +5

      I donated also.

    • @2listening1
      @2listening1 2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for telling me about that group. I m glad to know about their work.

  • @yvitube2008
    @yvitube2008 6 років тому +2754

    Beautiful. So true. Sometimes we try so hard to find our purposes in life, instead of just being calm, follow our hearts, take the cues endowed to us along the path, without questioning too much

    • @BrianTCarter
      @BrianTCarter 6 років тому +31

      Yvonne, I feel like I'm struggling lately, doing a lot of goal setting and having difficulty choosing which goals to choose. Have you been successful at being calm, and following the clues offered you? Thanks.

    • @GrasshopperRDG
      @GrasshopperRDG 5 років тому +6

      Very beautifully replied*...Indeed (-Yvonne Tse Crepaldi!) I really appreciate* your take away!

    • @constantineaztro9173
      @constantineaztro9173 5 років тому +6

      im native apache yaqui thanks wado

    • @frankiegunnz8066
      @frankiegunnz8066 4 роки тому +1

      @@BrianTCarter Did you find a way?

    • @itsmaryana27
      @itsmaryana27 4 роки тому +2

      Yvonne Tse Crepaldi i can’t see any clues ☹️

  • @zZech111
    @zZech111 3 роки тому +779

    “It’s turning passion into action that can change the world” “Follow your heart with visions and actions” I needed to hear this today💕

    • @carolkotcheck6065
      @carolkotcheck6065 3 роки тому +4

      Better to watch this than the news three days ago!!!

    • @crazyratlady3438
      @crazyratlady3438 3 роки тому +6

      I was literally reading this as she said it..the most impactful sentence in this whole talk. Like u, I feel this is what I needed to hear at this very moment.

    • @CamRebires
      @CamRebires 2 роки тому

      Non-native speaker here, I have a simple question about what she said afterwards: "Create your own folds", was it meant as in "making your own impact" our what does folds mean here?

    • @exitlevel
      @exitlevel 2 роки тому +5

      @@CamRebiresyes
      * folds in origami or life
      * porpoise and purpose

    • @CamRebires
      @CamRebires 2 роки тому +3

      @@exitlevel Thanks a lot!

  • @sunshinelizard1
    @sunshinelizard1 2 роки тому +243

    People like her cause me to dream of a life do-over, I want to go back and do it all over and follow my passions. I know I had passions and creativity earlier on, and now having more life behind me than ahead, I'm trying to find passion again.

    • @HealthyHairJourney
      @HealthyHairJourney 2 роки тому +23

      It is never too late. As long g as you are alive and breathing you can do anything.

    • @ahtauwylye1340
      @ahtauwylye1340 Рік тому +13

      Dont you dare believe rheres more life behind than in front. Reverse that neurosis. The moment of the now contains all the life you could imagine. Dont stop. LIVE!

    • @forreal245
      @forreal245 Рік тому +10

      I envy anyone who has any type of "passion" which i consider a luxury. Just trying to survive in this world, as long as I exist, without much money & no family emotional support, is perhaps my "passion" goal.

    • @JudySkilt1
      @JudySkilt1 Рік тому +8

      Start where you are, use what you have and do what you can. It's never too late. X

    • @heyAPJ
      @heyAPJ Рік тому +7

      Have you noticed that there’s no such thing as behind or foward? They are concepts! The past is not the “present that stayed behind”. It is just a collection of memories. The future is not the “present that is coming our way”… it is a collection of predictions. The only moment that exists is the now. Is this right there that you are experiencing right now.

  • @palomi2
    @palomi2 4 роки тому +1778

    I love how she is smiling constantly while talking. Makes me smile too. Such a positive person ♥️

    • @aaroncreates4107
      @aaroncreates4107 2 роки тому +4

      She's not actually smiling the whole way through. On a lot of occasions her mouth is neutral.

    • @aaronvu6292
      @aaronvu6292 Рік тому +5

      Pot is good for everyone. Enjoy couple hits of high quality weeds before paddle out and you would smiling at everyone, even with the one that cut you off.

    • @youejtube7692
      @youejtube7692 Рік тому +2

      @@aaroncreates4107 But her eyes are smiling. ☺

  • @judybennett2724
    @judybennett2724 3 роки тому +419

    I was also a female surfer/ skateboarder in Santa Monica a few years prior to the Z-boys. I also am an artist that does animation. I had a dream last night where I was in a boat trying to save whales and then went to a circus trying to help elephants escape! I stumbled upon this video after having a pity party about my future, dusted off my tears trying to embrace my inner dolphin!!

    • @matthiasschuster9505
      @matthiasschuster9505 3 роки тому

      Cute 😊

    • @beevegan
      @beevegan 3 роки тому +25

      Sounds like you were supposed to see this video, hear her words, feel her passion and reconnect to your porpoise 🥰 🙏🏻

    • @alexandraflaherty3265
      @alexandraflaherty3265 3 роки тому +2

      Dolphin medicina!🐬🙏

    • @slumbeetv7580
      @slumbeetv7580 3 роки тому +3

      I hope you find ur "porpoise"! 😊

    • @sugarcandy654
      @sugarcandy654 2 роки тому +1

      You should post your animations!! I’m always looking to follow female animators as I want to be one too!!

  • @incogb6696
    @incogb6696 4 роки тому +959

    This is what a TedTalk should be in my opinion... an experience that changes you that you can share.

  • @rav_enxx
    @rav_enxx 3 роки тому +149

    Despite her age, this woman is full of youth. She shines so bright~

  • @OhHapppyDaay
    @OhHapppyDaay 3 роки тому +375

    I love her laugh and her absolutely perplexing youthfulness. She’s in awe of a whale and I’m in awe of her. Everything about this sentient being is pure Love. And since Love is reflected in Love, I am seeing myself in her.

    • @sarahcollier9535
      @sarahcollier9535 3 роки тому +6

      beautiful!

    • @AnaSantos-rj6uu
      @AnaSantos-rj6uu 2 роки тому +2

      ❣️❣️❣️ amazing

    • @lilbrwnie.2449
      @lilbrwnie.2449 2 роки тому +2

      i absolutely love her aura and vibe the way light shines through her she seems like such a cool person her laugh has so much personality too 3:20

    • @Flosseveryday
      @Flosseveryday 2 роки тому +1

      You always find a way to make it about you don’t you Ellery.

    • @martynamaciejewska6289
      @martynamaciejewska6289 Рік тому +1

      Wow I love the way you worded that

  • @keonr1
    @keonr1 5 років тому +74

    She is enriched because she is tapped into something deeper and has found a higher purpose outside of herself. She is not concerned with superficial and trivial matters that a lot of us in the west are concerned about. She is rally rooted and you can feel it.

    • @matilderibeiro7059
      @matilderibeiro7059 2 роки тому

      what do you mean by "higher purpose"? :)

    • @keonr1
      @keonr1 2 роки тому +3

      @@matilderibeiro7059 oh man I left this comment ages ago. She's not thinking about getting the latest iPod or trying to keep up with the jones. She is truly enriching the world around her. When you enrich yourself that's good but when you are able to do that for others that's where it's at. That's what my comment meant.

    • @matilderibeiro7059
      @matilderibeiro7059 2 роки тому +2

      @@keonr1 you are so right! have a nice day :)

  • @elizabethdavy5669
    @elizabethdavy5669 3 роки тому +1236

    I literary came to UA-cam and said ”universe show me something I have to watch” and this video came up...

    • @compilationsmania451
      @compilationsmania451 3 роки тому +18

      Or maybe you watched a related video or searched something similar which is why youtube recommended this video to you.

    • @elizabethdavy5669
      @elizabethdavy5669 3 роки тому +47

      Compilations Mania yes for sure.. but it could have being any other ted talk.. What we look for we always find :-)

    • @compilationsmania451
      @compilationsmania451 3 роки тому +5

      @@elizabethdavy5669 lol, ok sure.

    • @xtinak3941
      @xtinak3941 3 роки тому +9

      @@elizabethdavy5669 don't listen to the malakas

    • @elizabethdavy5669
      @elizabethdavy5669 3 роки тому +6

      xtina k oh yea I really don’t 😂

  • @menahealing
    @menahealing Рік тому +32

    My parents didn't know how to encourage me to do what I loved, so I grew up hesitant about my passions. They weren't supportive if I mentioned arts, like photography or music. They were only interested in such fields like medicine, finances, so I had to find what I liked in these field. I love psychology, but I hardly imagine myself working in that area, I see myself as a calm, sensitive, loving and caring person. I love nature and animals, singing and writing poems. I am 31yo trying my best to come find my true self and it is not an easy process. Sometimes I think it would be the best if I cut out any contact with my parents, because all they care is do I have a good paying job, but they never asked if I feel fulfilled and happy.

    • @bekind3050
      @bekind3050 Рік тому +3

      My daughter received her Biomedical Engineering & currently finishing her MS in Electrical Engineering at 20. I often told her this: Do want ever you want, just consider two things. Your lifestyle & what's make you happy.
      You will never get a promotion, if you hate what you do.
      Follow your passion & you'll be happy. Good luck.

    • @airys_kussymzhan
      @airys_kussymzhan Рік тому +1

      I feel you

    • @cashmerepajamas6761
      @cashmerepajamas6761 Рік тому

      But what does this have to do with helping others outside yourself?

    • @Errorztx
      @Errorztx Рік тому +1

      In order to help others you must help yourself first; if you are not your own source of contentment, she will most likely only cause suffering if she tried to help.

    • @superclips1326
      @superclips1326 11 місяців тому

      I'm in same state i hope you will get to where you truly want

  • @keithmccrea3460
    @keithmccrea3460 2 роки тому +97

    I was encouraged by her quote, "Follow your heart with vision and passion and you will find your purpose in life."

  • @josiptumapa
    @josiptumapa 5 років тому +682

    *She. Is. Just. So. Cool.* ❤️
    Her vibe, passion and soul just... I really feel it.❤️

  • @buergerinitiativezivilcour1472
    @buergerinitiativezivilcour1472 3 роки тому +126

    she is smiling constantly while talking, the best argument.

  • @RippleDrop.
    @RippleDrop. 3 роки тому +64

    "Imagine a world with no retaliation. A world of love and forgiveness."

  • @HeartSunYoga
    @HeartSunYoga 2 роки тому +217

    She's done so many amazing things, she's so well-travelled and her art has touched so many. Yet she seems to have zero ego. It's so refreshing. Love how she helps the beautiful whales, orcas and dolphins. It is sad that humanity can be so cruel and selfish but thankfully we have souls like Peggy Oki's, too.

    • @missylee1539
      @missylee1539 2 роки тому +3

      I try to be like her. I love her calm, peaceful, and loving way of being!!

    • @argeurasia
      @argeurasia Рік тому +1

      Zero ego? 'I was the only female member', 'Inducted into the hall of fame', 'medal of honor', '(I'm) saving the world one whale at a time'...

    • @missylee1539
      @missylee1539 Рік тому +11

      @@argeurasia she has to state that. It’s qualifying statements in professional speaking. The audience needs to know why the speaker is qualified to be giving that particular speech. It’s not bragging, geeze Karen. Did you not finish your education?

  • @lauriebolles3149
    @lauriebolles3149 6 років тому +187

    I must confess I'm alittle bit jealous. I wish I could be an artist and a free soul. I'm an artist but I'm stuck in a quagmire of accumulated stuff and frankly not following my bliss. I'm now 64 but when I was 20/21 I bought a 2 month bus pass and bused and backpacked cross the northern US and Canada, the best time in my life. I would imagine a number of other viewers wish they had Peggy's energy, artistic expression, passion for surfing and skate boarding and the compacity to modivate her global community to action. I want to learn more about Peggy and the community that supports her passions. I'm going through some major changes in my life and I'm glad the Universe brought Peggy and all who commented below into it. It is programs such as this that reminds me I to am a member of a special living community. Have a nice day and follow your bliss.

    • @nalanish
      @nalanish 4 роки тому +4

      all the best... may the bliss guide you :)

    • @nalah.online
      @nalah.online 4 роки тому +3

      🦋

    • @mo1976ney
      @mo1976ney 4 роки тому +15

      Maybe any of the waste-free, Mari Kondo, minimalism, tiny house, van-life, plant based (wfpbno) movements are interesting for you? There’s so much of this on youtube.
      Your sixties could be your second twenties! 🐋

    • @crazyratlady3438
      @crazyratlady3438 3 роки тому

      "stuck in a quagmire of accumulated stuff and frankly not following my bliss"..sounds like ur describing me exactly. I know for certain my life was meant to be so much more than this and I still have hope that I can figure my way up and out.

  • @Jackdelroy1
    @Jackdelroy1 6 років тому +1622

    What a beautiful human being.

    • @SuperSnake369
      @SuperSnake369 6 років тому

      david r mac709

    • @myoldvhstapes
      @myoldvhstapes 5 років тому +1

      I agree. I just wish she had dignified us by calling us "human beings." I winced every time she referred to us as mere "humans." She used that word over and over and over. "Human" should be an adjective in most cases, NOT a noun.
      El ser humano.

    • @peteraddison626
      @peteraddison626 5 років тому +1

      My Old VHS Tapes ... Maybe because of our behaviour we are fast becoming "mere humans" in a world devoid of the diversity that we were once just a minor percentage "of". Of all, and everything we do, discluding diversity in favour of a monoculturality mentality that forces everything else out in favour of humans is ultimately limiting, and an incessant push toward A.I. is ensuring our demise as a species. One that is not truly worthy of existence. A visionary repeatedly saying mere humans is a humility perspective. But I could be wrong about this.

    • @helenhall642
      @helenhall642 5 років тому

      david r macr
      i

    • @helenhall642
      @helenhall642 5 років тому

      Big stomach

  • @fionnualamaguire3200
    @fionnualamaguire3200 Рік тому +15

    To be honest, this wasn't what I was expecting, I was waiting for her to launch into a pysch talk about taking time to let things unfold in life but instead, she turned her passion into action, so admirable, so humble and what a beautiful lady, she oozes positivity and compassion, a true inspiration, I get it now...

    • @jeraldbaxter3532
      @jeraldbaxter3532 Рік тому +2

      I agree. At first, I was irritated, then I too realized how she was delivering her message. Most "inspirational" speakers may be less oblique about their theme, and they tend to be more showy and inspiring, but the energy generated quickly dissapates in the light of our chaotic daily lives. But it is talks like this one that show how we can, each in our own way, make a contribution to change.

  • @mariamea7334
    @mariamea7334 2 роки тому +78

    She's the literal definition of good vibes. Her beauty on the inside matches her on the outside.

  • @9catlover
    @9catlover 5 років тому +514

    i've been asking myself what i am passionate about and i love planting trees. i will plant them in a garden, further out and i believe it will make a difference

    • @10RBREEZY
      @10RBREEZY 3 роки тому +10

      I'm glad you've found your passion. Possibly can plant trees around the world?

    • @mypandawilleatyou38
      @mypandawilleatyou38 3 роки тому +10

      That’s beautiful, please follow your dream

    • @beevegan
      @beevegan 3 роки тому +10

      I hope your passion is still burning strong 🌲🌳🌴 highly recommend using "ecosia" if you dont already. An alternative search engine who use profits from searches to plant trees across the world 💕🙏🏻

    • @saarahali1512
      @saarahali1512 3 роки тому +3

      It will make a big difference!

    • @BS_Mahlombe
      @BS_Mahlombe 3 роки тому

      @@10RBREEZY that would be great

  • @ENOC772
    @ENOC772 6 років тому +209

    "Bring your passion into action" great advice, very wise.

  • @aubreysnyder338
    @aubreysnyder338 3 роки тому +374

    I do not cry during many Ted talks, but did with this one. The passion she transmits from her being is so beautiful❣️

    • @bunnyflop3864
      @bunnyflop3864 3 роки тому +7

      Same, I just sobbed through her entire speech, it was just so genuine!

    • @Michaelngo102
      @Michaelngo102 3 роки тому +3

      Same. Listening this to sleep and tears coming out. Emotional talk.

    • @mienchen07
      @mienchen07 2 роки тому +2

      I'm still crying as well!

    • @rebolognesi
      @rebolognesi 2 роки тому +1

      I did, too. Truth and real beauty bring out my tears 🐳🐬💙

    • @katuvettemoore8501
      @katuvettemoore8501 2 роки тому +1

      @@mienchen07 me too! 🤧

  • @cammybaugher7477
    @cammybaugher7477 3 роки тому +72

    I was really feeling lost today and like my life was meaningless and this is exactly what I needed... something to show me how beautiful the world is and how there are amazing people like this. 💕

  • @britneybryson3949
    @britneybryson3949 5 років тому +55

    Who is disliking this? This is a phenomenal effort not only of empathy but of action and catharsis. Lots of people spend their time angry and sad over things that they feel helpless to change. This woman leaves a legacy of compassion kindness and togetherness and you don't approve? She is inspirational and ahead of her time. Thank YOU resilient soul!

    • @nimmha6708
      @nimmha6708 2 роки тому

      @@dimitardobrev3296 so you didn't watch the end?

  • @hdt.6337
    @hdt.6337 6 років тому +145

    "...create art that...empowers through participation..." - Peggy Oki
    We need more of this type of people and art.

  • @yousraadly7341
    @yousraadly7341 3 роки тому +43

    I honestly discovered that animals are more classy and well behaviour than most of people i encountered for real .

  • @alicet9780
    @alicet9780 3 роки тому +55

    Key take away: follow your passion, with purpose and action, and you'll find your meaning in life ❤️

    • @OhHapppyDaay
      @OhHapppyDaay 3 роки тому +4

      That’s so rhymey. Sing-songy. I Love saying that. “Follow your passion, with purpose and action, and you’ll find your meaning in life”. I will not only say that, I will be that. Thanx

    • @sayakahayashi8227
      @sayakahayashi8227 Рік тому

      @@kat7973 her whole talk was inspirational but I did not understand the last part of what she said.. “Create your one folds” …I feel like she is referring to Origami? The art she created? Is this right?

  • @hokulaninalani6975
    @hokulaninalani6975 4 роки тому +192

    She reminds me of the aunties in Hawai’i that shower you with so much love

  • @smilecome1
    @smilecome1 5 років тому +180

    You can see her kindness right there. What a nice human being. 🙂

  • @joannmars
    @joannmars 4 роки тому +149

    Everything about this woman makes me smile.

    • @davidsmith-oi3zg
      @davidsmith-oi3zg Рік тому

      Hello Joann how are you doing today?
      i like the fact that she is smart and humble...hope you are enjoying the show?

  • @jayani6584
    @jayani6584 3 роки тому +77

    "It's turning passion into action that can change the world". A lovely and informative Tedex talk.

  • @diegoserrano8302
    @diegoserrano8302 4 роки тому +170

    seeing this lady made me cry, she just seems so beautiful

    • @mkh2799
      @mkh2799 4 роки тому +3

      Yes.. Inner Beauty really does move.. Everybody can feel her Vibes..

    • @The_jenn_diagram
      @The_jenn_diagram 4 роки тому +3

      Yes! Almost the entire video I was on the verge of tears

    • @mkh2799
      @mkh2799 4 роки тому +2

      @@The_jenn_diagram U See.. what U r.. Beautiful Gypsy Soul..

    • @theonlyGOL
      @theonlyGOL 4 роки тому +1

      Diego Serrano Same here! Beautiful soul. I love whales and dolphins too so that made me cry... Makes me happy that there’s people like this on earth.

  • @inessjlibene9110
    @inessjlibene9110 8 років тому +752

    Such a passionnate, modest and happy lady...

    • @Kelpy
      @Kelpy 6 років тому +35

      compassionate and non-vengeful, too, like the humback whale.

    • @teodorakovacicnovakovic4899
      @teodorakovacicnovakovic4899 6 років тому +14

      Beautiful Soul ❤ !!!

  • @ptcpresents50
    @ptcpresents50 3 роки тому +33

    I was graced with the opportunity to volunteer when I was in Santa Barbara between 2010-2012. Peggy even gave me and a friend some surfing lessons off Santa Claus beach. Peggy is such a unique and compassionate individual altogether and I enjoyed absorbing her energy and knowledge. Thank you Peggi!!

  • @amnaalnour9918
    @amnaalnour9918 3 роки тому +27

    i couldn't prevent the tears
    she is a very beautiful human being

  • @sandeepkaur1843
    @sandeepkaur1843 6 років тому +798

    humans become humans only when they are compassionate enough to live and let live.we should learn from whale behaviour which even didn't leave the sick and injured ones in times of fatal situations. thanks peggy for such a passionate speech. i really respect your passion and great work towards saving such a beautiful part of nature.

    • @wildfire8737
      @wildfire8737 6 років тому +6

      sandeep kaur Much Love to All Things truly 🙇💗

    • @melissajaure8475
      @melissajaure8475 6 років тому +8

      I agree the title is misleading. It should be called orgami curtian justice or riding waves for whale justice or whale call. The speaker has incedible passion and spirit. Thank you for art with meaning and purpose and for sharing.

    • @Noname-lk2ol
      @Noname-lk2ol 6 років тому

      sandeep kaur ummm no. Sorry we are humans when we are born through our DNA. Human nature is to kill or be killed. Not your first world version of "humans".

    • @RockingNeverland
      @RockingNeverland 6 років тому +3

      sandeep kaur I hope you’re vegan. Otherwise this “live and let live” message makes NO sense. Lol.

    • @dragonfairy22
      @dragonfairy22 6 років тому +5

      Yes, and that means compassion for ALL animals; cows, pigs, chickens, sheep, fish, etc. Live and let live.

  • @JanelleFraser
    @JanelleFraser 6 років тому +1359

    I love her grounded presence! xo

    • @bobbyc.1111
      @bobbyc.1111 6 років тому +11

      ditto, we cal be grounded if we do what we love. Not what others want us to do. Wht we are drawn too

    • @loveandlight6436
      @loveandlight6436 6 років тому +7

      Janelle Fraser This is so cool to see her now!! Lords of Dogtown is an amazing story (movie)

    • @lynetteheadley-jones5440
      @lynetteheadley-jones5440 6 років тому

      Janelle Fraser Jamaica n ew tod😬

    • @bhinderbinder
      @bhinderbinder 6 років тому +8

      Very relaxed person!

    • @Gringohuevon
      @Gringohuevon 6 років тому +2

      That'll be gravity, love

  • @iam.jovani
    @iam.jovani 3 роки тому +53

    What a beautiful soul who has done so much with her life so graciously...creating awareness, saving whales and inspiring others to follow their passion. Thank you Peggy Oki!

  • @melih1816
    @melih1816 3 роки тому +49

    i feel like letting things unfold is such an abstract idea like how does this work? how do you just let things unfold after being caught up in fullfilling other peoples expectations for 22 years

    • @The48lawsofpower
      @The48lawsofpower 3 роки тому +19

      take in your surroundings without too much emotion attached to them. meaning next time you go the park become aware of all your senses like you've got got a second breath on it. being aware of the moment gives you a sense of freedom from old muscle memory, especially negative muscle memory.

    • @serahs1985
      @serahs1985 3 роки тому +18

      This. I think its still possible to start letting things unfold, but it really takes effort on your end to get out of that people pleasing and traumatized mindset. For me, going to therapy has really helped me to start thinking for myself, and to stop letting others opinions, expectations, and crossing of my boundaries take control of my actions any further. I'm still working on it, but its impacted me so much already. Once you are able to focus on just you and what you need and want out of this life, the rest is fair game and what truly draws you in will find you when you are in a position to accept it. This is all my personal opinion, but I hope its helpful in some way :)

    • @jessicadelgado8473
      @jessicadelgado8473 3 роки тому +4

      Start listening to your gut, your intuition.

    • @breeglasbergen1982
      @breeglasbergen1982 3 роки тому +16

      Who do you want to be?
      What is between you and that?
      What do you want to change?
      What is between that and who you are now?
      Who do you have to be to become the person who lets things unfold?
      What would you wear, what would you think? What would you eat? Who would you surround yourself with.
      All of the answers are within.

    • @melih1816
      @melih1816 3 роки тому +4

      @@breeglasbergen1982 damn that actually helps alot

  • @mofooutdoors3773
    @mofooutdoors3773 6 років тому +84

    Holy sea cow was that ever an inspiring ted talk and so meaningful I'm literally crying with compassion for and joy in her porpoise / purpose. Hoping everyone wakes up before its too late , we can fix our wrongs its not to late. Peace

    • @nika5318
      @nika5318 5 років тому +4

      go vegan its the best a person can do for the environment. instead of trying others to stop sth always start with yourself and see what you contribute to harm the environment and then try to change your lifestyle

    • @SharonMessage
      @SharonMessage 3 роки тому

      Nice

  • @manjulatasharma3
    @manjulatasharma3 6 років тому +99

    Greatness is simplicity and humility . Thank you for your passion great lady.

  • @user-vh8fg8vh6e
    @user-vh8fg8vh6e Рік тому +8

    So heartbreaking, so inspiring, so truthful and beautiful. I am crying because of all the pain humans did to whales, millions of other species and to each other, because of happiness to see and hear this woman, who is spreading hope and love despite all the unbelievable cruelty we've done. I wish we all could follow her in our hearts, visions and actions

  • @doopdedoop13
    @doopdedoop13 3 роки тому +49

    "Turn passion into action"

  • @ParyatakParag
    @ParyatakParag 4 роки тому +93

    She has worked more than any average corporate job..

  • @k.6072
    @k.6072 6 років тому +12

    "Follow your heart with vision and actions. Create your own folds. And you'll connect with your 'porpoise' in life ❤."

  • @disciple1010
    @disciple1010 3 роки тому +17

    I’m tearing, picture with whale’s eye to eye with her. In my thinking of whale show up to asked her to help safe the whales

  • @alaskayoung3763
    @alaskayoung3763 3 роки тому +6

    the moment she starts talking how whales move gracefully in the water and her feeling the rhythm of ocean,, knew right away that she’s an artist... her words paint enthusiasm soo i wasn’t surprised when i saw pictures of her paintings

    • @davidsmith-oi3zg
      @davidsmith-oi3zg Рік тому

      Hello Alaska how are you doing today i hope everything is fine with you?
      she have got an amazing talent..hope you enjoyed the show?

  • @janettem830
    @janettem830 6 років тому +37

    Saving Whales and stopping Sea Parks that are constantly explointing these beautiful creatures should be one of our #1 priorities!!

  • @francinetolf7903
    @francinetolf7903 5 років тому +14

    Oh my gosh. Tears in my eyes, both sad and grateful. Grieving for the animals we have destroyed, awed by this wonderful woman. Thank you, thank you Peggy.

  • @shadevi
    @shadevi 3 роки тому +20

    I love how much information she gives us on Cetaceans.

  • @tamlynn786
    @tamlynn786 3 роки тому +10

    Strong powerful message HOWEVER, this talk is more about whales than it is about following your passion. She brings up living your passion in the last two minutes of the video.

  • @blooyce
    @blooyce 6 років тому +5

    By reading the title, I decided to watch the video. It's about whales, and even if whales aren't my passion, surprisingly, I just found mine by simply listening to this lady. I'm so happy right now !!!

  • @IOxyrinchus
    @IOxyrinchus 4 роки тому +10

    “It’s turning passion into action that can make a difference in the world”
    - Pegi Oki, a wonderful human being with an aura of morality

  • @patricia9800
    @patricia9800 2 роки тому +25

    Touching and inspiring speech.
    One of my best memory is also about eyes to eyes contact with a marine animal. Thanks for saving whales and dolphins.🙏
    How great it is now you are in the world.❤

  • @zoeturner2406
    @zoeturner2406 3 роки тому +53

    So thrilled to discover such an inspiring link between skateboarding, surfing, whales, art & origami 🌟
    Wonderful presentation! Heart felt thanks! You deserve every accolade for your creative championship of the whales! 🌹

  • @sfhipchick1
    @sfhipchick1 6 років тому +115

    What a beautiful person and luminous spirit.

  • @saranyamuthuswamy1703
    @saranyamuthuswamy1703 6 років тому +264

    A Beautiful Soul!

  • @lazycraft2108
    @lazycraft2108 3 роки тому +3

    The women standing in front of her, talking to us is sooooo humble and polite.

  • @cuteanim3fan166
    @cuteanim3fan166 3 роки тому +51

    I liked it even though it wasn’t what I thought it was going to be about. I must’ve needed to hear it. 🤗

  • @juanrobles4633
    @juanrobles4633 5 років тому +37

    Her message is love

  • @laikaspod
    @laikaspod 6 років тому +345

    Skater surfer artist ocean lover all my dreams in one woman! 😇

  • @lailapagkaliwangan855
    @lailapagkaliwangan855 3 роки тому +17

    i made a pass on the comments here and they are all very positive, and like them I also find her beautiful, passionate, positive and very warm person. Thank you for the beautiful work you give to mother earth

  • @alexhadden1184
    @alexhadden1184 3 роки тому +11

    one of the best, if not the best, ted talk I have ever watched. thank you for your work in this world, peggy.

  • @marikabeetv
    @marikabeetv 6 років тому +209

    Art with purpose in purposeful action... Magnificent lady Peggy Oki xx

    • @peggyoki1009
      @peggyoki1009 6 років тому +21

      Thank you Marika!
      Please visit my website for my current campaign to free Lolita, the lone Orca held at the Miami Seaquarium for nearly 47 years!
      www.origamiwhalesproject.org/take-action-for-lolita
      And your help with connections for more public speaking would be much appreciated.
      www.peggyoki.com/activism/public-speaking
      With Gratitude

    • @jblank1862
      @jblank1862 6 років тому +4

      Marika Bee
      All art has purpose!

    • @catconclusion2003
      @catconclusion2003 6 років тому +2

      +J Blank / Perhaps, but sometmes art's only purpose is to exist for it's own sake. Peggy's art serves an even nobler cause than that. It serves the greater cause of bringing awareness to the plight of our endangered whales and dolphins, in the hope that it will spur others to take positive actions to protect these beautiful creatures.

    • @-Vitalis-
      @-Vitalis- 5 років тому

      "...sometimes art's only purpose is to exist for it's own sake".
      I disagree with you.
      Who says your art won't inspire people in 100, 200 or 1000 years in the future? Art, just like the rest of culture and even mankind... isn't stoic nor stagnant. It means different things for people through time.
      None of the art made till this day exists for it's own sake. It's aesthetically and conceptually impossible. Its purpose is to communicate the inner universe within a person, made by emotions, ideas, hopes, terrors and dreams. All of them evolve. Respected art could fall into oblivion and vice versa... but never cease to exist.
      Art can serve noble ideals, yes. But it can also be used as a tool to denounce what us human beings are doing wrong and portray this behavior in a more "noticeable" way. You know what they say: an image speaks a thousand words. Also a sound, a body movement, a theatrical gesture.

  • @user-km5op6cn4d
    @user-km5op6cn4d 6 років тому +199

    She is just so lovely:)

  • @FlipMacz
    @FlipMacz 4 роки тому +21

    The speaker is phenomenal. Her passion is so very infectious, makes me think anything is possible in my life. I adore the beginning video, the sounds of passion for nature's Beings🎆

  • @Mercy.Yichus
    @Mercy.Yichus 2 роки тому +10

    She seems like she has such a beautiful soul.

  • @Sasscat58
    @Sasscat58 6 років тому +133

    I’ll be so glad when humans care enough about animals to stop needlessly killing and eating them

  • @IanSuRealtor
    @IanSuRealtor 6 років тому +107

    WOW!!! Amazing talk! Compassion, passion & action! We can tell she is living a life full of purpose, creating arts and social movement. We need more loving and kind people like this. Her smile and happiness are genuine! Once again, amazing! I cried and I'm inspired!

  • @louielou1990
    @louielou1990 2 роки тому +6

    Thank you for Making Waves with your labor of love, and teaching the next generations to love, connect and protect. Blessings in your way!

  • @oldschoolskater7687
    @oldschoolskater7687 2 роки тому +1

    I grew up in Santa Monica down the street from Baby Paul Cullen in the mid 70's. I am VERY, VERY HAPPY to see what Ms. Oki has accomplished!
    She is a WONDERFUL Human Being!

  • @patmarkell8248
    @patmarkell8248 6 років тому +27

    It's so beautiful that someone cares deep in their heart to protect the beautiful creatures that God has given us,THERE are not many people would spend a minute even caring about them,they cannot speak for themselves,but this incredible WOMAN speaks for them and awakens us to help,teach and learn about these beautiful animals,how beautiful is that CARING IS BEAUTIFUL AND I THANK THIS WOMAN FOR CARING SO MUCH FOR THESE WHALES,I BELIEVE EVERYONE HAS A PURPOSE, AND SHE HAS FOUND HER PURPOSE AND IS AWESOME ALL THE WAY AROUND,PASSIONATE A VERY GOOD QUESTION SHE ASKED,....HOW MANY CAN ACTUALLY BE SO PASSIONATE....GOD BLESS HER!

    • @SharonMessage
      @SharonMessage 3 роки тому

      Beautiful Much Love, Peace & Blessings

  • @askjdog
    @askjdog 6 років тому +927

    This is a beautiful woman

    • @jeanettethomas3757
      @jeanettethomas3757 6 років тому +39

      ASK JDOG I felt the same thing. Such a beautiful woman with an exceptional heart ❤️ and spirit. I enjoyed her TedTalk.

    • @deathvalleyfob
      @deathvalleyfob 6 років тому +23

      ASK JDOG she's badass

    • @annebnorman7412
      @annebnorman7412 6 років тому +13

      ASK JDOG she is! wishing someday I'd be like her.

    • @truthlivingetc88
      @truthlivingetc88 6 років тому +1

      at last some comments I agree with !

    • @truthlivingetc88
      @truthlivingetc88 6 років тому +1

      copy her then ! it`s ok to do that. you will still be you.

  • @jazplanet
    @jazplanet 3 роки тому +10

    this was presented in 206, and I only find this video 4 years later? not fair !

  • @pandorasdesign1962
    @pandorasdesign1962 Рік тому

    Beautiful! Thank you Peggy Oki, Champion of Whales... 😊😊😊

  • @pklinh5697
    @pklinh5697 5 років тому +21

    I'm glad that this TED talk appeared in my recommendation. Such a compassionate, inspiring lady! As an animal lover, I even teared up listening to her stories and now I'm inspired to do something myself to save the animals on our beautiful planet ❤ Thank you a lot for this amazing talk!

  • @prempillay
    @prempillay 6 років тому +86

    A beautifully narrated story of heartfelt purpose and passion to save the whales.

  • @AlfredoSanchezPW
    @AlfredoSanchezPW 3 роки тому +8

    Thank you Peggy Oki for the example by which you live, the message you share, your work and for letting the things that come from your heart to get out.

  • @4theloveofpaws
    @4theloveofpaws Рік тому +3

    As I began to listen to her journey with cetacean nation, my eyes filled with tears, as I was encountering a kindred spirit. I too am an artist, lover of animals on land & sea, and getting ready to be a speaker on a stage! I'm so excited to continue this journey "allowing things to unfold and my purpose in life will follow! Many Blessings!

    • @davidsmith-oi3zg
      @davidsmith-oi3zg Рік тому +1

      Hello Elisa how are you doing today?
      she's so humble and she has done so much in one lifetime....hope you enjoyed the video?

    • @4theloveofpaws
      @4theloveofpaws Рік тому +1

      @@davidsmith-oi3zg yes! Absolutely 💯

    • @davidsmith-oi3zg
      @davidsmith-oi3zg Рік тому +1

      @@4theloveofpaws Okay that's good to know where are you texting from Elisa?

    • @4theloveofpaws
      @4theloveofpaws Рік тому +1

      ​@@davidsmith-oi3zg from PA, USA. I absolutely loved her delivery and the subject chosen for her talk. I'm just starting my journey as a Speaker. Just uploaded my 2 min pitch for my coaching class.

  • @MarshMuchTV
    @MarshMuchTV 5 років тому +15

    watching her speak made me wanna cry,the compassion!beautiful human

  • @utuberhere
    @utuberhere 6 років тому +7

    Wow! Peggy just showed us how beautiful we appear when we give ourselves over to a passion and compassion we have for another life.

  • @ariemulchand
    @ariemulchand Рік тому +2

    She is adorable without ego. So genuine and compassionate.

  • @snowfoxxie
    @snowfoxxie 3 роки тому +10

    Turn compassion into action 🤝 after watching this video I applied to volunteer for sea shepherd! Thanks for inspiring me to make that move Peggy. I always think about these issues but I’m terrible at doing nothing all the time... >.< I want to help! I think many people do. It’s just difficult to know how. But seeing those thousands of whale origami.. make me realize that when lots of people do something small-even very small such as folding a piece of paper- they can create something world changing. I want to do something, even if it’s very small.

  • @LP-il3zl
    @LP-il3zl 6 років тому +15

    I agree with other comments which express admiration for Peggy Oki. Ignore the haters in the thread below and really watch/listen to this TED talk. Our world needs more activists with this mellow vibe. She is an amazing woman.

    • @lisanicholls9026
      @lisanicholls9026 6 років тому +3

      yes, every good deed and effort helps.
      who cares about the title, the contents has substance 😊

    • @peggyoki1009
      @peggyoki1009 6 років тому +1

      Thank you! Very interesting ~ some people. But grateful for your appreciation.
      Please visit my website for my current campaign to free Lolita, the lone Orca held at the Miami Seaquarium for nearly 47 years!
      www.origamiwhalesproject.org/take-action-for-lolita
      And please share my public speaking page with any universities or institutions that might want to invite me to give a talk.
      www.peggyoki.com/activism/public-speaking
      With Gratitude

  • @Succeshero-yw1rl
    @Succeshero-yw1rl 6 років тому +58

    She really knows what its all about...I wish more humans did

    • @SharonMessage
      @SharonMessage 3 роки тому +1

      Ask for them that today i pray for a complete stranger on the other side of the world that they may find their path to enlightenment, namaste.

  • @chahigginson
    @chahigginson 2 роки тому +9

    This moved me to tears, what a beautiful way to raise awareness and find purpose in the path.

    • @davidsmith-oi3zg
      @davidsmith-oi3zg Рік тому

      Hello Cha how are you doing today?
      this video is way too inspiring i enjoyed every bit of it i hope you enjoyed it too?

  • @Ahopek
    @Ahopek 2 роки тому +4

    What an amazing woman. She is radiant and her communication style is so honest and natural.

  • @lamariposadee3493
    @lamariposadee3493 5 років тому +25

    I love her...what a terrific human being. she looks so happy. Namaste Dearheart

  • @camfam52002
    @camfam52002 5 років тому +14

    When you consider they evolved from the ocean, to land, then back to the oceans it makes sense they have enormous accumulated wisdom and knowledge.

  • @jasonmorningside2574
    @jasonmorningside2574 3 роки тому +2

    She's been cool for decades and will be beautiful forever. Bestest ted talk I've seen in a long time.

  • @markm.r.9471
    @markm.r.9471 3 роки тому +68

    This should have been called WHALE TALK.

  • @evandungu3579
    @evandungu3579 4 роки тому +479

    and we found Moana's grandma :)

  • @sunitabhandari7700
    @sunitabhandari7700 6 років тому +17

    wow,hats of for whatever you did,Because of people like you, this mother earth is beautiful place to live.

  • @bbx7739
    @bbx7739 2 роки тому +4

    Angel, pure heart, wisdom, divine, oh my god rarely do I see someone this beautiful. ❤❤❤

  • @peterlloyd4447
    @peterlloyd4447 3 роки тому +10

    What a BEAUTIFUL lady. So easy to listen to, she makes me feel emotionally pleasant 🥰