Quiet lessons in a cup of tea | Rashmi Swarup | TEDxDilmun

Описание: What if the most powerful lessons in leadership, education, and life were taught not in boardrooms or policies—but in a quiet cup of tea?

In her talk, Rashmi Swarup reflects on a simple ritual from her childhood that became a lifelong compass: steep with purpose, pour with care, and give the gift of time. From her first day as a young teacher to leading one of Canada’s largest education systems, these quiet principles shaped how she learns, leads, and serves.

Through moving stories that span classrooms in India, schools in Saudi Arabia, and hundreds of school communities in Canada, Rashmi shows how intention, care, and presence can transform individuals—and entire systems. Whether it’s empowering a young girl to believe in her future, or building trust by listening deeply, this talk reminds us that meaningful change rarely comes from speed or spectacle, but from patience, dignity, and human connection.

This is a gentle yet powerful invitation to slow down, to lead with heart, and to rediscover how small moments—when practiced daily—can shape a better future. Rashmi Swarup is the Director of Education for the Peel District School Board, the second-largest school district in Canada. Named a TED-Ed Innovative Educator, she is recognized internationally as a thought leader in education. Rashmi has engaged with international education systems in Finland, France, Japan, the Netherlands, Singapore, the UK and the USA. She has been invited to share her expertise on global education as a featured speaker in Denmark and India. With a compassionate, future-focused approach to leadership, Rashmi champions inclusive education and innovation. Her guiding belief is simple yet powerful: education must empower every learner to thrive as a global citizen in a rapidly changing world. 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