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1.Schwartz, Barry. "The Paradox of Choice." TEDGlobal 2005, TED, July 2005, https://www.ted.com/talks/barry_schwartz_the_paradox_of_choice

2.John Helliwell, Richard Layard, Jeffrey D. Sachs, Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, Lara B. Aknin, Shun Wang; and Sharon Paculor, Production Editor.World Happiness Report  2023.https://www.worldhappiness.report/ed/2023/world-happiness-trust-and-social-connections-in-times-of-crisis/

3.“How to Teach the Forgotten Art of Peace.” TIME, 2025, https://time.com/7282303/how-to-teach-the-forgotten-art-of-peace/.

4.Taylor, Shelley E., and Peter M. Gollwitzer. “Effects of Mindset on Positive Illusions.” Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, vol. 69, no. 2, 1995, pp. 213–226. American Psychological Association (APA), https://psycnet.apa.org/fulltext/1995-43739-001.pdf

5.Latuff, Carlos. Forgiveness. 2009. Wikimedia Commons, https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Forgiveness.jpg. Public domain.

6.Meditation (Old Man Reading). Oil painting, 19th century. Wikimedia Commons, https://commons.wikimedia.org/

7.Meditation (Man in Classical Robe). Oil on canvas, 19th century. Wikimedia Commons, https://commons.wikimedia.org/

8.Forgiveness. Hand-colored engraving, 18th century. Wikimedia Commons, https://commons.wikimedia.org/

9.Astro_mj. “We Celebrate Material Wealth While Spiritual Poverty Spreads.” Medium, 27 Apr. 2023, https://medium.com/@mrithyunjayp/we-celebrate-material-wealth-while-spiritual-poverty-spreads-882add9c0f00.

10.Buddha Seated in Meditation. 16th century, Sri Lanka. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, via Look and Learn, Public Domain (CC0). https://www.lookandlearn.com/history-images/YM0072301/Buddha-Seated-in-Meditation.

11.“The Kindness Wave.” The Kindness Wave, https://kindnesswave.org/

12.Qiu, Ying (attrib.). Peach Blossom Spring. Ming dynasty (c. 1500–1600). Ink and color on paper. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Keith McLeod Fund 56.494. Public Domain (digital reproduction by MFA believed to be in public domain).

13.Mid Journey. Man in a boat surrounded by signposts over the sea. 2025. Mid Journey, www.midjourney.com

14.Mid Journey. Confused man standing among arrows and signposts. 2025. Mid Journey, www.midjourney.com

15.Mid Journey. Woman meditating beside a lake at sunset. 2025. Mid Journey, www.midjourney.com

16.Mid Journey. Abstract psychedelic face with symmetrical organic patterns. 2025. Mid Journey, www.midjourney.com

17.Holbein, Ambrosius. Utopiae Insulae Figura. 1516. From Thomas More’s Utopia, Basel, 1518. The British Library, www.bl.uk/collection-items/utopia-by-thomas-more

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Transforming personal compassion into collective harmony.

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Lasting peace can only be built on the foundation of emotional resilience.

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Talking Point 2 (90 seconds) Write your second talking point here. Write a complete sentence.

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How to Build Inner Peace in Utopia.

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How to find inner peace in utopia?

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Lack of meaning triggers restlessness.

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Finally,we are in As Thomas More wrote in Utopia: “A mind without turmoil is worth far more than the false brilliance of accumulated wealth.” Even in an ideal world, we must slow down, stay true to ourselves, and embrace the present. Only through deliberate, mindful pursuit can we truly possess our own peace, creating a life of meaning and genuine fulfillment.

Thank you.

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The paradox of choice dilutes peace.

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Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar’s ariticel on TIME about How to Teach the Forgotten Art of Peace.

Shelley E. Taylor and Peter M. Gollwitzer’s journal about Effects of Mindset on Positive Illusions.

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Utopia Doesn’t Equal Inner Peace

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Imagine a utopia with no conflict, no scarcity — but would you still lie awake at night, your mind racing? Today, we’ll explore why inner peace isn’t just a byproduct of a perfect world, but a choice we make, even in utopia. First, we’ll dissect how utopian structures can still leave us unfulfilled, then uncover three practices to cultivate true inner calm amidst perfection.

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Rhetorical question: “But would you still lie awake at night, your mind racing?” engages the audience directly, prompting self-reflection.

Contrast/paradox: It sets up tension between the idea of a perfect world (no conflict, no scarcity) and the persistent human struggle with inner unrest.

Curiosity/teaser for main points: It hints that perfection in society doesn’t guarantee personal peace, creating intrigue for the audience to listen further.

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Schwartz Barry’s speech in TED about the paradox of choice.

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Mid Journey. Man in a boat surrounded by signposts over the sea. 2025. Mid Journey, www.midjourney.com

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Quotation of authority (Thomas More): Citing Utopia adds credibility and intellectual weight.

Contrast and emphasis: It contrasts “piled-up possessions” with “a mind free from turmoil,” highlighting the greater value of inner peace.

Call to action: By urging the audience to slow down, stay authentic, and live in the present, it moves them toward practical steps.

Emotional elevation and closure: The line “Reach for it with clear, steady resolve...” lifts the emotional tone and inspires the audience.

Polite ending: Saying “thank you” gives a formal and respectful close.

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Meditation (Old Man Reading). Oil painting, 19th century. Wikimedia Commons, https://commons.wikimedia.org/

Meditation (Man in Classical Robe). Oil on canvas, 19th century. Wikimedia Commons, https://commons.wikimedia.org/

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Buddha Seated in Meditation. 16th century, Sri Lanka. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, via Look and Learn, Public Domain (CC0). https://www.lookandlearn.com/history-images/YM0072301/Buddha-Seated-in-Meditation.

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John Helliwell, Richard Layard, Jeffrey D. Sachs, Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, Lara B. Aknin, Shun Wang; and Sharon Paculor, Production Editor’research on World Happiness Report 2023.

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John Helliwell, Richard Layard, Jeffrey D. Sachs, Jan-Emmanuel De Neve, Lara B. Aknin, Shun Wang; and Sharon Paculor, Production Editor’research on World Happiness Report 2023.

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Astro_mj. “We Celebrate Material Wealth While Spiritual Poverty Spreads.” Medium, 27 Apr. 2023, https://medium.com/@mrithyunjayp/we-celebrate-material-wealth-while-spiritual-poverty-spreads-882add9c0f00.

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Mid Journey. Woman meditating beside a lake at sunset. 2025. Mid Journey, www.midjourney.com

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Forgiveness. Hand-colored engraving, 18th century. Wikimedia Commons, https://commons.wikimedia.org/

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Qiu, Ying (attrib.). Peach Blossom Spring. Ming dynasty (c. 1500–1600). Ink and color on paper. Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Keith McLeod Fund 56.494. Public Domain (digital reproduction by MFA believed to be in public domain).

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