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How I Held My Breath for 17 Minutes

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Discover the extraordinary journey of magician and stuntman David Blaine as he recounts his experience of holding his breath underwater for a record-breaking 17 minutes in this captivating 20-minute TED talk. Gain insight into the physical and mental preparation required for such a death-defying feat, and explore the deeper meaning behind Blaine's extreme performances. Learn about the limits of human endurance and the power of determination as Blaine shares his personal motivations and the challenges he faced. Be inspired by this unique perspective on pushing boundaries and achieving the seemingly impossible, while heeding the important warning not to attempt such dangerous stunts without proper training and supervision.

Syllabus

How I held my breath for 17 minutes | David Blaine


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TED

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