These TED Talks Will Have You Motivated All Damn Week

Featured in Essence and Lucky, Rakia Reynolds has earned her fair share of noteworthy experiences. However, you'll be encouraged by her transparent talk about the story behind the glory. As founder of Skai Blue Media, Reynold's multimedia public relations agency bolsters top-notch clients such as Uber, Forbes, and Serena Williams. Listen as she gives you a real-life glimpse into the journey toward entrepreneurial success.

Luvvie Ajayi mixes humor and vivid storytelling to encourage viewers to use their power to push against the status quo. She dismantles the idea that we must be fearless to speak truth to power in a 10-minute talk that will leave you ready to make the jump from bystander to world changer. Luvvie's perspective on being first and the Domino effect will shift your thinking on the discomfort associated with change.

Tracee Ellis Ross – A Woman’s Fury Holds Lifetimes of Wisdom

Tracee Ellis Ross challenges men and women to push for a culture shift. Her captivating talk on the plight of women's equality emboldens change that will make you want to do something. Get ready to give a standing ovation from the comfort of your living room, or office space, as you listen to her discuss the distress of unspoken experiences faced by women and how we should unite for a better future.

Look into the significant impact natural hair plays in reversing stigmas in the Black community and redefining beauty values. Cochrane's historical references and personal perspective will give you a deeper understanding of how embracing and loving natural hair is about more than just a hairstyle.

More than just a feature on Beyoncé's hit song "Flawless," "We Should All Be Feminists" is a call to action motivating us to reevaluate our views on gender roles. Chimamanda inserts humor and colorful commentary into an empowering speech, which inspires us to change how we raise boys and girls. Her talk will help ease negative perceptions of feminism while drawing the connection between feminist beliefs and a progressively better world.

The Lip Bar founder, Melissa Butler, will challenge you to rethink linear beauty standards and embrace self-love like never before. Listen as she breaks down colorism, ageism, and body image in a way that will make you do an internal audit of how you define beauty. You'll finish her talk challenged to change your popularized understanding of beauty while also being conscious of triggers that make you feel less than.

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