The danger of silence | Clint Smith | TED
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- Опубликовано: 14 авг 2014
- "We spend so much time listening to the things people are saying that we rarely pay attention to the things they don't," says slam poet and teacher Clint Smith. A short, powerful piece from the heart, about finding the courage to speak up against ignorance and injustice.
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Mr. Smith!!!! He was my 10 grade English teacher! Definitely one of the most influential teachers I've ever had
I'd love to have a teacher like him!
what school did you go to because he mentioned new orleans and that’s where i’m from
@@chesneyaudrict5244 same
@@chesneyaudrict5244 do you think hes gonna respond ? The comment was 6 years ago
@@elijah1521 worth a try
He sounds like an amazing teacher and an amazing person
He absolutely is, I spent time with him in South Africa and we did a piece together titled "African American" which you can find here on youtube juxtaposing apartheid with slavery.
He also sound like if he's a rapper.
he should do rap
IIGytyII yah
He is btw
He isn’t
"Silence is the residue of fear."
That was perfect.
No it is not. Some people just prefer silence
@@SansPeineIt definitely is. I think you may have missed his point. You’re talking about a different kind of silence; a sense of peace…not silent indifference towards the plight of others, as he’s speaking of.
"If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor."
-Desmond Tutu
Couldn't be more true.
I have had to escape abuse and neglected by my own family and dilling with sexual abuse by my uncle Robert kenndy and my rasist family so I spoke because my uncle might strike again and he has a license concealed weapons
"Thou shalt not be a victim, thou shalt not be a perpetrator, but, above all, thou shalt not be a bystander." Yehuda Bauer
Yes.
Not true
"I gave up speaking. Figured the most valuable thing I could sacrifice was my own voice, but it was like I hadn't realized that I had given that up a long time ago" Read critically. Write consciously. Speak clearly. Tell your truth. Areas that I need to improve on everyday for me to reach that next stage in my life.
Very nice!
📝📝📝📝📝
deep
We all need to improve in these.
Listening is important too
So proud! Honestly, his classes made me feel so "safe" (0:57) that I would walk out into the hallways after class thinking "these kids in the hallway have no idea how much I just went through in the last hour." Poetry unlocked so many emotions in the classroom, it was stupefying. He helped me express my voice more than I had realized, back then.
Thanks Clint!
Good for you man
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I was surprised my teacher played us for this during English. It was an amazing video and once we were done with it our teacher let us sit in silence for a second and then and spoke she said. “Do you want to know how I know you understood this video? Because when I looked around, every single one of you had your eyes glued to the screen, and some were even shaking their head along with the speech.” I think it’s a part of school I’ll never forget.
I try to listen to this video at least once a week.... It's not about the words you do speak but about words you don't. Speak not what you think people want to hear... Speak your truth....Just be you. Not what you think others want to see
"In the end we would remember not the words of our enemies but the silence of our friends." I feel that
Excellent. Silence is golden, righteous words are divine. Knowing when to speak and when not to is a great treasure.
I wish more people would understand how much damage their silence paves the way for. Fear of conflict and fear of feeling uncomfortabel feelings, gives space to they who seek conflict, dictatorship and war to take over, especially if they are a violent minority. Watch this please, and ask yourself if you belong to the silent majority.
This is spot on - students need voice in all capacities and especially in light of the injustice that has happened recently. As a teacher educator, I thank you Mr. Smith.
“Silence is the residue of fear”
I got chills.
This guy would be an awesome rapper. A poet with a message, love it.
Who else got this for their classes- 😭🤚
edit: for the answers, I dont rlly know, but the
chatting he does helps, just focus on the words
n stuff lol, hope it helped! :D
dude same
Yowwwww
AAHAAAHAAAA girl please stop exposing us.
Y'all, i need answers. Help me out😗👉🏻👈🏻
@@zimzalabim2029 depending on the level of your class, your speech not even be like this. I just needed an idea of how to start 🥴
i dont know why i cried so much watching this. this was so eloquently spoken and well compromised. so so powerful, thank you clint.
Holy crap. Not only is it quick and to the point, with virtually no minced words, but also tells a powerful point. People need to learn from this guy. If only the part about how to talk effectively and efficiently
Beautiful, This moves me every time I watch. Goosebumps, tears, hope...
Goosebumps and chills hearing this Man speak. So motivating and inspiring.. Wow!
Just heard him present last week. This young man is moving, articulate and very worth hearing and reading.
You are awesome my Son! This truth brought me to tears! I am so proud of YOU! Thank you for having the courage to use your voice a tool for liberation.
The way he spoke conveyed his message so well, i didn't expect to burst into tears when i was watching this
Wow! This message inspires me to become an even better person in a world where silence is preferred over tolerance and respect for differences.
The Clint Smith video is one of the most powerful videos I have every seen. It reminds me of my daughter Brianna and the journey she is about to embark on.
This was nothing short of beautiful. It's really allowed me to step back and observe my addiction of silence, and it has given me the urge to speak out. Thank you for the motivation!
This video actually encouraged me to do something about a problem I had, to get back what was mine. Nice speech. Thank you.
Wow! He lays it on perfectly- more power to him & his voice: OUR VOICES
the way he speaks is just ... powerful.
this was powerful. Amazing how some videos go viral and the ones that should don't. This needs to go viral.
Such a powerful speech. If he said that he the worst man, then I am the lowest scumbag. So many times i mute my voice instead of speaking up against injustice.
"Silence is the residue of fear."
It's so beautifully put.
This inspired me to stop beinging silente and speak my mind about how i Really feel so thankyou for this
Hello Mr. Smith!
I believe that you successfully inspire the audiences that we should express our voice more than be silent in every situation. Silence is dangerous because it separates individuals from each other. I wish to be one of your students to listen to your inspired talks every day in class.
Thank you for such an inspirational talk!
Anthony
Powerful! And every word needed to be said, thank you for no longer being silent!
Grat talk. I love how he twists his sentences so that one word gets a completely different meaning! (For example the one about the apple... just great!)
Never in my life had 4 minutes felt so long. This was so good!
Only the second Ted talk ever that made me want to cry. I have silenced my voice trying to.keep peace and nearly destroyed myself. A blessed talk and not one word wasted. What is more powerful?
Thank you so much. I have been silenced for so long. Fear will no longer silence me!!
This is one of my favorite TED talks. Such a wonderful and inspiring message I share whenever I get a chance:)
What a dude! Powerful, heartfelt and brave - aspire to speak like this!
Wow this was truly powerful, I am astonished at the in depth messaging that was provided in this video! Great Work Mr. Smith!
the way he was talking sounded almost like a poem and it was beautiful
"silence is the residue of fear" ! I love it
I've watched this multiple times and everytime I am moved by it
The speaker was clearly relaying a very concise and meaningful message. There are a lot people nowadays who are terrified to speak out and express there true and honest opinions. We are not designed by God to remain silent in all ways of life but we must become true to ourselves and be mindful of our own ways to manifest our own beliefs and genuine opinions.
I love the speech. we don’t have to worry about what people said, just talk to the right person about your problem.
sounds like he was rapping
It’s poetry
Poetry is rapping
That's the beauty of spoken word.
Slam poetry always sounds like that
Welcome to the spoken word
This is one of the shortest, and most needed Ted Talks.
His words were brilliantly spoken we heard the story of truth spoken in a noisy and evil world. I understood the story and now I can no longer sit quietly allow evil people to continue to take the advantage of me I will tell the story and the truth will unfold all it holds. A person should not feel the pain of in justice. We were promised we could receive the benefits of obtaining some of the American Dream. I will no longer silently by while the truth remains hidden within my domain. God tell us not to worry and fear and if we stand firmly believing our heavenly Father will act on our voice to him.
Wow only when I finished the video did I realize this man was reciting a poem. A poem he made to deliver a strong message, just like he said he was teaching his students. That was a powerful move.
The power of words is stronger than we could ever imagine
LOVED every word!! Thank you for the inspiration.
I'd love to see a debate between him and a librarian.
Maybe, there would have been no debate. Maybe there would have been just a flow of words collaborating between two intelligent beings conducting themselves on a level above the antagonistic animals that feed off of hatred rather than love and harmony.
how do you know hes not a librarian?
@@chancemoore6062 He's a teacher
Such a powerful message in so short a time.
This is very good for an introvert like me
Thats real talk. Stand to be seen, speak to be heard, and sit to be appreciated.
Elder Winston Dawthard
the power of good speech...
I know I could not be a person like him and do all the things he says but I will try to be better. Thank you.
This is like spoken word poetry. Love it
woww this video really slapped my face so hard. I've always chosen to be silent and only speak when it's absolutely necessary. I didn't realize that with silence, we wouldn't change anything. But our silence may have a bad impact on others and also ourselves. I always hesitate to express my opinion and spend my time just thinking, is my opinion acceptable and matter to others? And whether what I’m gonna say is right? Just like what the speaker said, i just wouldn't say anything, and appeasing ignorance with my silence.
The “silence is the residue of fear” was blown my mind and made me realize that it's feeling my flaws. From now, I will not let silence wrap itself around my indecision again. I will be braver to say what I think is right.
Every now and then, I would come back and watch this!!!! Love this !!!
Same
The most inspirational talk that i’ve heard since subscribing...
Thank you so much for this beautiful speech 🙏
i adore this way of speaking
I luv listening to this. Very inspirational, educational, & empowering.
The greatest video I have ever watched. 4mins of my time surely it doesn't take much of your time.
Wonderful speaker. It was like poetry to be dragged along by his words. Makes me want to think more before I open my mouth, or not.
i Clapped at this.
he is a brave man and has done a great job.
The best voice I’ve ever heard
This should have way more views.
This was beautiful. I was so glad to hear it today.
Soul touching. And heart uplifting. Thank you
Loved it. Ur voice has those in utube world speaking even when they did not listen. Bless you.
that was simply amazing... it made me reconsider my situation again.
That was powerful! Well said sir
Powerful Message! Encourage people by your voice!
I loves the way he stan for his student melt my heart and the way he speaks fullfill with confidence and spirit are the best part. Thanks for the speech sir! 🙂
Amazing speech. Wish it was longer.
But let's not forget. *It is better to remain silent at the risk of being thought a fool, than to talk and remove all doubt of it”
This was extraordinarily brilliant.
Look at Clint man... so inspirational
Clint Smith was my 10th grade teacher and he is not lying when he says that he has his students sign to do these 4 things in the beginning of the year. He was the best teacher and I’m happy to see him still in slam.
thats dope
What a WORD-SMITH! Beautiful.
agh, I really want to meet this guy. I first found his poem "Place Matters" and now this. love it
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s quote on remembering the silence of friends, not enemies, sets the stage for a compelling exploration of silence's consequences by Clint Smith. As a student, I admire Smith's efforts to create a safe space for students to share their truths.
Smith's commitment to using his voice to confront ignorance and uplift others is truly inspiring. His resolution to live each day with a metaphorical microphone under his tongue serves as a compelling call to action. In summary, Clint Smith's talk is a moving reflection on the danger of silence, and I thank him for sharing his truth.
Clint Smith gets it... I just love him so much... his words go straight to the heart and soul and pierces it with truth.
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THE most inspiring 4 minutes on the internet!
Deep, yet so true. Touching....
Wow, he wanted to be heard....and I listend in awe!
I think this was the most beautiful speech on silence, among many other things, that I've ever heard. Clint Smith is such a blessing.
Beautiful, powerful -- Ah, goosebumps.
In the end, we will not remember the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends. As a teacher I’ve internalized this message...
I agree that silence is dangerous and that's the reason why we need friends. We need someone to talk to and we shouldnt be ashamed of voicing out to express ourself more.
So gorgeous, so eloquent, so true. Thank you Clint... I have nothing, no money, no house, no car, no job, all I have left is my voice and my truth... but I think that's ultimately all I need..
One of the best talks ever
This is amazing I love this praise god for this man
That, my friends, isn't just a TED talk. It's poetry.
This is an amazing speech, and also very inspiring :)
It was EPIC
Wow and wow! I am so inspired. This is simply incredible.
Wow. So powerful.
I will not stay quiet for anyone’s comfort. They were indiscriminate when they slandered, I’m equally as indiscriminate when I address and expose actions. 🙏