How Language Gave Me Three Souls
Offered By: TEDx via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the transformative power of language acquisition in this TEDx talk by Brian Lee at Malvern College Qingdao. Discover how learning multiple languages can unveil new facets of one's personality, enhance global connections, and provide unique perspectives on the world. Gain insights from Lee's extensive linguistic journey, which includes fluency in English, Korean, Mandarin, and Japanese, with ongoing efforts in Vietnamese. Learn how his diverse language skills have shaped his career, from his role as a Graduate and Alumni Interviewer at Phillips Exeter Academy to his position as an Executive Coach for organizations like UNICEF and Fidelity. Delve into the intersection of language, psychology, and cultural studies as Lee shares his experiences as a Fulbright-Hays scholarship recipient and holder of degrees in Psychology and China Studies. Uncover the profound impact of multilingualism on personal growth, professional development, and global understanding in this thought-provoking 17-minute presentation.
Syllabus
How Language Gave Me 3 Souls | Brian Lee | TEDxMalvern College Qingdao
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