Cómo conectar con tu propósito y levantarte cada mañana con ilusión | Sebastián Lora | TEDxArxiduc

Arrival in Madrid and Dreams of Starting an Airline

The speaker arrived in Madrid on September 24, 2004, with a strong desire to achieve great things after graduating as an industrial engineer. Despite facing skepticism about his dreams of starting an airline, he was motivated by the support of his family.

Pursuing Dreams and Facing Challenges

• The speaker had big dreams of starting an airline but often faced doubt from others.

• Many dreams die along the way due to various challenges.

• Working as a baggage handler at the airport in Madrid made the speaker realize the "Monday syndrome," where people are unhappy with their jobs and constantly look forward to Fridays.

Dissatisfaction with Work and Regrets

Many people are dissatisfied with their work, leading to regrets later in life. However, there is a solution that can be found in Japan's village of centenarians.

Unhappiness at Work and Longing for Fridays

• Official statistics show that only 10% of European workers love their jobs, while 71% feel indifferent or unsatisfied.

• This dissatisfaction leads to regret later in life.

• Longing for weekends and dreading Mondays becomes a common pattern.

Finding Purpose in Okinawa's Village of Centenarians

In Okinawa's village of centenarians, people have found longevity and happiness by having a sense of purpose. This concept is known as "ikigai."

Discovering Ikigai - A Reason for Being

• Okinawa's village has the highest rate of longevity in the world.

• People in this village wake up every day with a purpose and enjoy working because they want to.

• "Ikigai" is the concept of finding fulfillment by aligning what you love, what you are good at, what the world needs, and what you can be paid for.

Overcoming Personal Challenges and Discovering Communication Skills

The speaker shares his personal journey of overcoming challenges and discovering his communication skills through a painful process. This led him to understand more about himself.

Battling Personal Demons and Developing Communication Skills

• The speaker struggled with self-doubt and faced challenges in subjects like technical drawing.

• His mother, an architect, tried to help him with a drawing assignment but realized they both overlooked the fact that she had been using computer software for years.

• Frustration led the speaker to tear up his drawing in front of his mother.

• This incident made him realize that he needed to change something within himself.

Confronting Arrogance and Understanding Personal Needs

The speaker's journey towards personal growth involved confronting his arrogance and understanding his need for relevance. He embarked on a path of self-discovery and fought against his own demons.

Confronting Arrogance and Recognizing Personal Needs

• The speaker had a deep need for recognition and feeling important.

• Tony Robbins' six fundamental human needs include certainty, variety, connection, significance, growth, and contribution.

• The speaker's primary need was significance or relevance.

• He started studying communication skills to fulfill this need for recognition.

From Seeking Attention to Teaching Others

Through practicing communication skills in an oratory club, the speaker discovered a passion for teaching. This realization helped him satisfy three out of four aspects of ikigai.

Transition from Seeking Attention to Teaching

• Initially, the speaker sought attention and validation through speaking in public.

• As he practiced and developed his skills, he started teaching informally and eventually charged for his services.

• This transition allowed him to fulfill three aspects of ikigai: what he loved, what he was good at, and what the world needed.

The Connection Between Teaching and Fulfilling Basic Needs

Teaching others helped the speaker fulfill his need for relevance while also satisfying another fundamental human need.

Teaching as a Means of Fulfillment

• Teaching is deeply connected to fulfilling one's basic needs.

• The speaker discovered that teaching satisfied his need for significance or relevance.

• By helping others learn and grow, he found fulfillment in contributing to their development.

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The Power of Teaching and Connecting

In this section, the speaker discusses the power of teaching and connecting with others. They share their personal experience of initially being hesitant about public speaking but realizing the immense value in teaching. Teaching not only helps connect with oneself but also allows for connecting with others on a deeper level.

Teaching as a Tool for Self-Reflection and Connection

• Teaching provides an opportunity for self-reflection and personal growth.

• It exposes one to criticism and negative comments, which can be initially hurtful but eventually lead to self-acceptance and improvement.

• By opening up to others through teaching, people feel comfortable sharing their insecurities and desires for personal growth.

• This creates a magical connection where both the teacher and the learner benefit from each other's experiences.

Teaching as a Tool for Connecting with Others

• Leadership involves changing people's lives, which requires trust from others.

• Showing vulnerability as a teacher allows others to open up and express their own vulnerabilities.

• Witnessing someone realize their potential through learning is an incredible experience that brings joy and fulfillment.

• Through teaching, one can make a significant impact on someone else's life by providing them with opportunities for growth.

The Life-Changing Impact of Teaching

• Teaching has the potential to change lives by empowering individuals to discover new abilities they never thought possible.

• Seeing someone overcome their limitations evokes strong emotions of joy, enthusiasm, and even tears.

• As a facilitator of learning, one's own sense of achievement is reinforced when witnessing the transformation in others.

• Teaching aligns with personal growth and contribution, making each day fulfilling.

Embracing Constant Reinvention

In this section, the speaker emphasizes the importance of constant reinvention in today's world. They challenge the listener to reflect on their own life and consider if they are satisfied with what they see. The speaker proposes a challenge to start teaching something they love and excel at, as it can lead to personal fulfillment and potentially even a career.

Reflecting on Life Satisfaction

• It is crucial to regularly assess one's life satisfaction.

• If looking back after a few years does not bring contentment, it may be time for reinvention.

• In an era where constant reinvention is essential, the speaker presents a challenge for personal growth.

The Challenge: Start Teaching

• The challenge is not about quitting everything overnight but rather starting to teach something one loves and excels at.

• Teaching can be done in various forms, such as sharing knowledge or skills through courses or online platforms.

• Teaching allows for connecting with one's purpose and brings immense joy and fulfillment.

• Taking this step carries minimal risk as it does not require extroversion, exceptional communication skills, or being an expert in the field.

Two Essential Elements: Choice and Commitment

• Making the choice to teach comes from within, driven by personal exploration and inner search.

• To begin, focus on finding something that combines passion and proficiency.

• Commitment is crucial for success; dedication and effort are necessary for anything significant to happen.

• The speaker shares their own experience of taking six months before committing fully to teaching.

Taking Action towards Teaching

In this section, the speaker recounts their journey of finally deciding to teach public speaking. They highlight the importance of taking action despite fear or uncertainty. By announcing a date for their first workshop and involving friends in the process, they initiated their path towards fulfilling work.

Overcoming Fear through Action

• Despite having dreams and aspirations, fear often holds people back from taking action.

• The speaker shares their personal experience of dreaming about teaching but not acting due to fear.

• Finally, they decided to announce a date for their first workshop, which marked the beginning of their teaching journey.

Involving Friends and Commitment

• To ensure commitment and accountability, the speaker involved twelve friends in their first workshop.

• Charging a small fee created a sense of commitment for both parties involved.

• This decision was pivotal in starting the activity that the speaker now passionately loves.

Discovering Fulfillment through Teaching

• The speaker acknowledges that being paid to help others and make a positive impact is fulfilling.

• Teaching has allowed them to discover their true purpose and passion.

• They encourage others to explore teaching as a means of self-discovery and potentially finding fulfillment in life.

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The importance of sharing knowledge and teaching others.

Sharing Knowledge and Teaching Others

• It is important to recognize that you have something valuable to teach and share with others.

• Even if what you have to teach may not seem extraordinary or life-changing, taking the first step to share your knowledge can lead to personal growth and learning.

• Sharing your wisdom can create a deep connection with people and bring a new sense of purpose to your life.

• By embracing the process of teaching and sharing, you will experience visible changes within yourself.

• Your inner voice will encourage you to continue this journey.

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The importance of starting tomorrow.

Starting Tomorrow

• Emphasizes the significance of beginning your teaching journey tomorrow.