To consume or not to consume | Maryam Al-Ali & Hessa Alhelal | TEDxAlAnjalNationalSchool
Overconsumption, driven by social media and subconscious influences, wastes money and harms health. By raising awareness and changing habits, we can create a more sustainable future.
Hi I’m Maryam al ali a 16 year old who is curious about the reason people over-consume .I also want to know if it has any impact on the people themselves or the people around them or even their environment.I also want to discover a possible solution for this problem.Hi I’m Hessa Alhelal, a 15 year old who is curious about the reason why people over-consume and does it have any impact on the people themselves or environment. I want to find a solution for this problem that affects people. 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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