Inspiring TED Talks To Listen To If You’re Having A Bad Day

“Freestyle Rap Saved My Life” by Kosha Dillz

Kosha Dillz is a Los Angeles based rapper whose story is truly one of a man who managed to pull his life together and succeed in one of the most difficult careers on the planet against all odds.

Dillz was an addict. After he was arrested for selling ecstasy and spent two months in jail, he discovered his love for freestyle rap. He’s now spent 11 years sober, and tours the world making music. His story is truly one from rags to riches. He proves that if you work hard enough, no matter how many times you fail, you can achieve anything.

“On Getting up Again” by Rodney Mullen

One of the hardest parts of being a professional skateboarder is getting up again once you’ve fallen down. Rodney Mullen would know, as he widely considered one of the most influential skateboarders in history. In Mullen’s TED Talk, the pro athlete shares an innumerable number of lessons that we can learn from pro skateboarders.

Perhaps one of the most inspirational statements for those who are feeling stuck behind in their endeavors is “the biggest obstacle of creativity is breaking through the barrier of disbelief.” Mullen lets us know that success is all about sticking to your guns, even if your idea has never been done before.