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«A psychic meeting that is revolving around the contacts you have chosen, the communication you have with them along the way, perhaps, to a common destination. Your journey; the people and the moments that left a part of them in your soul; the realization of completion, the undeniable moment of fulfilling a dream.»

During these months, methexis became for us the final destination of a journey full of laughter, joys, emotional and intense moments as well as dreams. We hope this will be the case for you as well, at the end of a journey that will inspire everyone on it.

“Are you looking forward to it or does it scare you? Maybe, of course, if you’re lucky, you already know what ‘Methexis’ means.»

IRIS It’s a multi-dimensional notion, of which we intend on touching upon every aspect. More specifically: Iris, the ancient Greek goddess, the epitome of the rainbow and a messenger, is the connective link between gods and mortals. A nebula, a flower and a part of the eye also bear her name. The definition of iris is associated with light, as it regulates the amount of light on the eye’s retina. The goddess’s multifaceted nature was also the inspiration for this year’s TEDxAUTH event. We believe that in the same ease that the Goddess would transcend borders, our own ideas will be heard in the country and beyond. The guideline behind this year’s talks will be based on everything presented by the Goddess; the path towards the light, the discovery of aspects of ourselves, the ode to diversity as well as the human need for communication and connection are only a part of its manifestations.

According to Aristotelian philosophy, Eudaemonia is the highest good in our lives, also being a regulator of human behaviour. The concept of Eudaemonia contains an eventual continuity of actions that hold the transition from potential to active being. Eudaemonia defines our constant personal development and the comprehension of ourselves, while being a distinct concept of that of happiness, as a synonym of completion, according to ancient Greeks. Eudaemonia, anyway, draws its meaning and its dynamics from the “teleological” philosophy, so the achieving of happiness through the “absence of pain” isn’t the aim according to hedonistic philosophers, but the completion of every personal target is.

In a more modern and allegorical approach for us, the team of TEDxAUTH, Eudaemonia describes a human achievement, personal liberation, achieved through a constant and gradual attempt. TEDxAUTH 2021 talks will figuratively express the process of achieving a personal “Eudaemonia,” proving that human potential is, at last, enough for the conquest of the highest good, and that the ability to overcome social and cultural stereotypes is innate within all of us, manifested in various aspects of our lives. Based on the notion of the highest purpose of Eudaemonia, we are inspired by everyday people that embodied social change and personal completion in an attempt to inspire our own personal revolution.

The phoenix is a mythical creature that has the ability of being reborn out of its own ashes. When about to die, this eagle-like bird surrounds itself with fire and burns itself to ashes. Out of these ashes emerges a new reborn phoenix, ready to live again. Except this unique ability, there is only a single phoenix in existence. This makes it mortal, as it eventually dies, and immortal as it is always born again. Similarly to the legend of the phoenix, every end signifies a new beginning. For numerous cultures it symbolizes rebirth; it is the new life that arises after a disaster. For us in TEDxAUTH, it is the motive power of man to overcome hardships and becoming stronger and stronger. The TEDx 2020 talks / The TEDx talks of 2020/ The 2020 TEDx Talks share the core idea of human strength and aspiration for progress, for rebirth, for the right motive to help you overcome any obstacle that stands in your way. Using the allegory of the phoenix, we aim to discover ways of growth and development through multiple layers of life and of everyday life. The myth of the phoenix inspires the individual to re-discover their contemporary self while aiming for tomorrow.

A particular perspective is a particular way of thinking about something, especially one that is influenced by your beliefs or experiences. A way of regarding situations, facts and judging their relative importance. The proper or accurate point of view or the ability to see it; objectivity. The theory of suggesting three dimensions on a two-dimensional surface, in order to recreate the appearance and spatial relationships or a scene in recession present to the eye. More specific, not all people think in the same way. Differences may sometimes be small and may sometimes be big and these depend on many parameters: the biological construction of each one, his upbringing, as well as his social and emotional intelligence. Each individual speaker will talk about their personal experience that led them form a certain logic and explain how they changed their perspective on life. Of course, he can also talk about the prospects, multiple choices and alternatives of a topic. In this year’s TEDx we pursue to broaden the horizons and open new ways in thinking. We want ideas that can motivate and help the audience reset their perspective on life to be heard.

Although Ereisma is a word that has its origins in ancient times, it is still used today, both literally and metaphorically. Ereisma is described by everything that provides support. It also includes everything that serves as the basis, the starting point and the foundation of an action, thought or state. For us in TEDxAUTH, “support” also means something else. With this, we are laying the foundations for a new institution at our University, which we wish to be strong and on which to build a brilliant building.