In “How to Stay Calm Under Pressure: A Kung Fu Lesson on Inner Peace,” Ari Pereira presents a compelling TEDx talk that explores the profound connection between martial arts and mental resilience. Drawing from his experiences in Kung Fu, Pereira emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and focus in navigating life’s challenges. He illustrates practical techniques to cultivate inner peace, enabling individuals to respond rather than react under stress. Through engaging storytelling and powerful demonstrations, he shows how the principles of Kung Fu extend beyond the dojo, offering valuable life lessons in self-discipline, patience, and composure. Pereira’s insights encourage viewers to embrace their inner strength, transform pressure into opportunity, and ultimately find tranquility in the chaos of modern life. This talk is not just for martial arts enthusiasts; it’s a universal guide for anyone seeking to enhance their emotional well-being and maintain calm in an increasingly hectic world. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how the art of Kung Fu can lead to a more balanced and peaceful existence.
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What if the greatest pressure you face isn’t from the deadlines, expectations, or competition around you, but from within? In this inspiring TEDxSanDiego talk, leadership & self-mastery coach Ari Pereira shares her powerful journey from panic attacks to inner peace, revealing how presence can transform pressure into strength and inner-peace https://www.aripereira.com/ & https://linktr.ee/Ari_Pereira/
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#mindfulness #attention #discipline #presence #kungfu #women Ari Pereira is a leadership and self-mastery coach, speaker, and author who helps entrepreneurs, leaders, and high performers build resilience, prevent burnout, and achieve sustainable results. With an MBA and studies in Neuroscience, Mindfulness, and Positive Psychology, she blends academic expertise, corporate experience, Kung Fu discipline, and mind-body practices to enhance performance under pressure. Her journey from panic attacks to inner peace fuels her mission: helping others transform stress into focus, pressure into resilience, and chaos into calm.
Ari created the AID framework and the Stress to Badass program, delivering practical tools and measurable outcomes in clarity, confidence, and high performance. Rooted in Brazil, shaped in the U.S., and inspired by Eastern practices, she brings an international perspective, guiding individuals and organizations worldwide to embody presence and create meaningful change.
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https://linktr.ee/Ari_Pereira/ This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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Video “How to Stay Calm Under Pressure:A Kung Fu Lesson on Inner Peace | Ari Pereira | TEDxSan Diego Studio” was uploaded on 09/25/2025 to Youtube Channel TEDx Talks