Allow things to unfold and you will find your purpose in life | Peggy Oki | TEDxQueenstown

With an appreciation of flow and motion Peggy's life has been always been driven by passion. From surfing and skateboarding to the intimate appreciation what she calls the 'Cetacean Nation'. Discovering the transformative force of participation artwork through her Origami Whales project was the first step to realising that passion could be harnessed, amplified and ultimately inspire for a deeper purpose.
Surfer, Skateboarder, Artist and Activist.
Once the only female member of the famous Zephyr Skateboard team from documentary 'Dogtown and Z-Boys': Peggy’s love of the outdoors inspires her to travel worldwide in search of good surf. In 2004, she founded the Origami Whales Project to raise awareness about commercial whaling. She has also developed the Whales and Dolphins Ambassador Program and led campaigns such as ‘Let’s Face It’, which petitions to save New Zealand’s critically endangered Maui’s dolphins and Hector’s dolphins.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx

[@333houseoflight]

I don't know about you but when I see her, I see such a beautiful and shining lady.... Someone who loves life and is so down to earth. I want to be like that... Naturally beautiful, happy and inspiring.

[@kevinharing766]

I agree. She seems to radiate a calm joviality without having to 'try' to do so. She has a luminosity which shines through. An inner beauty that is warm and welcoming... even in a video.

[@kevinharing766]

@Kim Henry lol you should ask her if you could study her face hehehe :p

[@crypthor2008]

and some ppl envy ppl with money and women lmao

[@anamarialombardi6653]

I agree completly

[@LuckyFish3000]

333身心靈 sending you good vibes.

[@kennethhirabayashi4009]

It comforts me to know that there are such beautiful people in this world.

[@susux7332]

Kenneth Hirabayashi Same here. I wish to be someone like that.

[@kennethhirabayashi4009]

@@susux7332 no wish, just be

[@horsligne2316]

I believe that there are so many people that amazing They just still don't know how to find themselves

[@anthonynavarro4276]

Roger that 🤙

[@early60srcool]

Me too Me too! Thank God

[@santino4203]

I really don’t get how us, as one of the millions of species this beautiful planet has, focus on destroying instead of living together and building together. We have to spread love and peace. Let’s have a beautiful place to live in like we did millions of years ago. Where we depended on one another to survive. We are all connected.

[@recyclespinning9839]

Nice fairy tale, but a million years ago we were hunter /gatherer. Probably fought for territory..

[@Kwepso.]

I totally agree, people should take their loving place more serious, most think the short term and don't look at the long term side effects of their actions, but hey we could still make a difference:)

[@Kwepso.]

@@recyclespinning9839 that was when we weren't overpopulated and damaging the earth so the correlation doesn't really match up to be fair

[@non1263]

Every species destroys to some extent. Only humans are apparently the first creatures on Earth that use up resources faster than the Earth can replace them. There might be other instances in nature of that, but I’m pretty sure no animal uses as much resources as humans.

[@Burlesco1920]

Capitalism

[@palomi2]

I love how she is smiling constantly while talking. Makes me smile too. Such a positive person ♥️

[@aaroncreates4107]

She's not actually smiling the whole way through. On a lot of occasions her mouth is neutral.

[@aaronvu6292]

Pot is good for everyone. Enjoy couple hits of high quality weeds before paddle out and you would smiling at everyone, even with the one that cut you off.

[@youejtube7692]

@@aaroncreates4107 But her eyes are smiling. ☺

[@yvitube2008]

Beautiful. So true. Sometimes we try so hard to find our purposes in life, instead of just being calm, follow our hearts, take the cues endowed to us along the path, without questioning too much

[@BrianTCarter]

Yvonne, I feel like I'm struggling lately, doing a lot of goal setting and having difficulty choosing which goals to choose. Have you been successful at being calm, and following the clues offered you? Thanks.

[@GrasshopperRDG]

Very beautifully replied*...Indeed (-Yvonne Tse Crepaldi!) I really appreciate* your take away!

[@constantineaztro9173]

im native apache yaqui thanks wado

[@frankiegunnz8066]

@@BrianTCarter Did you find a way?

[@itsmaryana27]

Yvonne Tse Crepaldi i can’t see any clues ☹️

[@JohnSmith190377]

As a result of this video I made a small donation to the sea Shepherd conservation society. I hope that it will contribute to saving at least one of these magnificent creatures.

[@JohnSmith190377]

Francesco excellent! The way I see it, I’m only here on planet earth once, why not try and do the small good here whilst I can 👍🏻

[@321hair]

There is no such thing as a "small" donation... Good on ya!!

[@JohnSmith190377]

@@321hair thanks thur that comment Pam 👍🏻

[@pinkphoenix1111]

I donated also.

[@2listening1]

Thanks for telling me about that group. I m glad to know about their work.

[@zZech111]

“It’s turning passion into action that can change the world” “Follow your heart with visions and actions” I needed to hear this today💕

[@carolkotcheck6065]

Better to watch this than the news three days ago!!!

[@crazyratlady3438]

I was literally reading this as she said it..the most impactful sentence in this whole talk. Like u, I feel this is what I needed to hear at this very moment.

[@CamRebires]

Non-native speaker here, I have a simple question about what she said afterwards: "Create your own folds", was it meant as in "making your own impact" our what does folds mean here?

[@exitlevel]

@@CamRebiresyes * folds in origami or life * porpoise and purpose

[@CamRebires]

@@exitlevel Thanks a lot!

[@judybennett2724]

I was also a female surfer/ skateboarder in Santa Monica a few years prior to the Z-boys. I also am an artist that does animation. I had a dream last night where I was in a boat trying to save whales and then went to a circus trying to help elephants escape! I stumbled upon this video after having a pity party about my future, dusted off my tears trying to embrace my inner dolphin!!

[@matthiasschuster9505]

Cute 😊

[@beevegan]

Sounds like you were supposed to see this video, hear her words, feel her passion and reconnect to your porpoise 🥰 🙏🏻

[@alexandraflaherty3265]

Dolphin medicina!🐬🙏

[@slumbeetv7580]

I hope you find ur "porpoise"! 😊

[@sugarcandy654]

You should post your animations!! I’m always looking to follow female animators as I want to be one too!!

[@incogb6696]

This is what a TedTalk should be in my opinion... an experience that changes you that you can share.

[@Jackdelroy1]

What a beautiful human being.

[@SuperSnake369]

david r mac709

[@myoldvhstapes]

I agree. I just wish she had dignified us by calling us "human beings." I winced every time she referred to us as mere "humans." She used that word over and over and over. "Human" should be an adjective in most cases, NOT a noun. El ser humano.

[@peteraddison626]

My Old VHS Tapes ... Maybe because of our behaviour we are fast becoming "mere humans" in a world devoid of the diversity that we were once just a minor percentage "of". Of all, and everything we do, discluding diversity in favour of a monoculturality mentality that forces everything else out in favour of humans is ultimately limiting, and an incessant push toward A.I. is ensuring our demise as a species. One that is not truly worthy of existence. A visionary repeatedly saying mere humans is a humility perspective. But I could be wrong about this.

[@helenhall642]

david r macr i

[@helenhall642]

Big stomach

[@rav_enxx]

Despite her age, this woman is full of youth. She shines so bright~

[@OhHapppyDaay]

I love her laugh and her absolutely perplexing youthfulness. She’s in awe of a whale and I’m in awe of her. Everything about this sentient being is pure Love. And since Love is reflected in Love, I am seeing myself in her.

[@sarahcollier9535]

beautiful!

[@AnaSantos-rj6uu]

❣️❣️❣️ amazing

[@lilbrwnie.2449]

i absolutely love her aura and vibe the way light shines through her she seems like such a cool person her laugh has so much personality too 3:20

[@Flosseveryday]

You always find a way to make it about you don’t you Ellery.

[@martynamaciejewska6289]

Wow I love the way you worded that

[@josiptumapa]

*She. Is. Just. So. Cool.* ❤️ Her vibe, passion and soul just... I really feel it.❤️

[@michelleottley3299]

I wanted to be a Marine biologist ..wow

[@puspitasugiantari2481]

Yes. I agree with you

[@keithmccrea3460]

I was encouraged by her quote, "Follow your heart with vision and passion and you will find your purpose in life."

[@sunshinelizard1]

People like her cause me to dream of a life do-over, I want to go back and do it all over and follow my passions. I know I had passions and creativity earlier on, and now having more life behind me than ahead, I'm trying to find passion again.

[@HealthyHairJourney]

It is never too late. As long g as you are alive and breathing you can do anything.

[@ahtauwylye1340]

Dont you dare believe rheres more life behind than in front. Reverse that neurosis. The moment of the now contains all the life you could imagine. Dont stop. LIVE!

[@forreal245]

I envy anyone who has any type of "passion" which i consider a luxury. Just trying to survive in this world, as long as I exist, without much money & no family emotional support, is perhaps my "passion" goal.

[@JudySkilt1]

Start where you are, use what you have and do what you can. It's never too late. X

[@heyAPJ]

Have you noticed that there’s no such thing as behind or foward? They are concepts! The past is not the “present that stayed behind”. It is just a collection of memories. The future is not the “present that is coming our way”… it is a collection of predictions. The only moment that exists is the now. Is this right there that you are experiencing right now.

[@buergerinitiativezivilcour1472]

she is smiling constantly while talking, the best argument.

[@9catlover]

i've been asking myself what i am passionate about and i love planting trees. i will plant them in a garden, further out and i believe it will make a difference

[@10RBREEZY]

I'm glad you've found your passion. Possibly can plant trees around the world?

[@mypandawilleatyou38]

That’s beautiful, please follow your dream

[@beevegan]

I hope your passion is still burning strong 🌲🌳🌴 highly recommend using "ecosia" if you dont already. An alternative search engine who use profits from searches to plant trees across the world 💕🙏🏻

[@saarahali1512]

It will make a big difference!

[@BS_Mahlombe]

@@10RBREEZY that would be great

[@elizabethdavy5669]

I literary came to KZbin and said ”universe show me something I have to watch” and this video came up...

[@compilationsmania451]

Or maybe you watched a related video or searched something similar which is why youtube recommended this video to you.

[@elizabethdavy5669]

Compilations Mania yes for sure.. but it could have being any other ted talk.. What we look for we always find :-)

[@compilationsmania451]

@@elizabethdavy5669 lol, ok sure.

[@xtinak3941]

@@elizabethdavy5669 don't listen to the malakas

[@elizabethdavy5669]

xtina k oh yea I really don’t 😂

[@HeartSunYoga]

She's done so many amazing things, she's so well-travelled and her art has touched so many. Yet she seems to have zero ego. It's so refreshing. Love how she helps the beautiful whales, orcas and dolphins. It is sad that humanity can be so cruel and selfish but thankfully we have souls like Peggy Oki's, too.

[@missylee1539]

I try to be like her. I love her calm, peaceful, and loving way of being!!

[@argeurasia]

Zero ego? 'I was the only female member', 'Inducted into the hall of fame', 'medal of honor', '(I'm) saving the world one whale at a time'...

[@missylee1539]

@@argeurasia she has to state that. It’s qualifying statements in professional speaking. The audience needs to know why the speaker is qualified to be giving that particular speech. It’s not bragging, geeze Karen. Did you not finish your education?

[@RippleDrop.]

"Imagine a world with no retaliation. A world of love and forgiveness."

[@lauriebolles3149]

I must confess I'm alittle bit jealous. I wish I could be an artist and a free soul. I'm an artist but I'm stuck in a quagmire of accumulated stuff and frankly not following my bliss. I'm now 64 but when I was 20/21 I bought a 2 month bus pass and bused and backpacked cross the northern US and Canada, the best time in my life. I would imagine a number of other viewers wish they had Peggy's energy, artistic expression, passion for surfing and skate boarding and the compacity to modivate her global community to action. I want to learn more about Peggy and the community that supports her passions. I'm going through some major changes in my life and I'm glad the Universe brought Peggy and all who commented below into it. It is programs such as this that reminds me I to am a member of a special living community. Have a nice day and follow your bliss.

[@nalanish]

all the best... may the bliss guide you :)

[@nalah.online]

🦋

[@mo1976ney]

Maybe any of the waste-free, Mari Kondo, minimalism, tiny house, van-life, plant based (wfpbno) movements are interesting for you? There’s so much of this on youtube. Your sixties could be your second twenties! 🐋

[@crazyratlady3438]

"stuck in a quagmire of accumulated stuff and frankly not following my bliss"..sounds like ur describing me exactly. I know for certain my life was meant to be so much more than this and I still have hope that I can figure my way up and out.

[@ENOC772]

"Bring your passion into action" great advice, very wise.

[@SharonMessage]

Attitude of Gratitude Namaste.

[@mariamea7334]

She's the literal definition of good vibes. Her beauty on the inside matches her on the outside.

[@aubreysnyder338]

I do not cry during many Ted talks, but did with this one. The passion she transmits from her being is so beautiful❣️

[@bunnyflop3864]

Same, I just sobbed through her entire speech, it was just so genuine!

[@Michaelngo102]

Same. Listening this to sleep and tears coming out. Emotional talk.

[@mienchen07]

I'm still crying as well!

[@rebolognesi]

I did, too. Truth and real beauty bring out my tears 🐳🐬💙

[@katuvettemoore8501]

@@mienchen07 me too! 🤧

[@hdt.6337]

"...create art that...empowers through participation..." - Peggy Oki We need more of this type of people and art.

[@keonr1]

She is enriched because she is tapped into something deeper and has found a higher purpose outside of herself. She is not concerned with superficial and trivial matters that a lot of us in the west are concerned about. She is rally rooted and you can feel it.

[@matilderibeiro7059]

what do you mean by "higher purpose"? :)

[@keonr1]

@@matilderibeiro7059 oh man I left this comment ages ago. She's not thinking about getting the latest iPod or trying to keep up with the jones. She is truly enriching the world around her. When you enrich yourself that's good but when you are able to do that for others that's where it's at. That's what my comment meant.

[@matilderibeiro7059]

@@keonr1 you are so right! have a nice day :)

[@jayani6584]

"It's turning passion into action that can change the world". A lovely and informative Tedex talk.

[@fionnualamaguire3200]

To be honest, this wasn't what I was expecting, I was waiting for her to launch into a pysch talk about taking time to let things unfold in life but instead, she turned her passion into action, so admirable, so humble and what a beautiful lady, she oozes positivity and compassion, a true inspiration, I get it now...

[@jeraldbaxter3532]

I agree. At first, I was irritated, then I too realized how she was delivering her message. Most "inspirational" speakers may be less oblique about their theme, and they tend to be more showy and inspiring, but the energy generated quickly dissapates in the light of our chaotic daily lives. But it is talks like this one that show how we can, each in our own way, make a contribution to change.

[@inessjlibene9110]

Such a passionnate, modest and happy lady...

[@Kelpy]

compassionate and non-vengeful, too, like the humback whale.

[@teodorakovacicnovakovic4899]

Beautiful Soul ❤ !!!

[@hokulaninalani6975]

She reminds me of the aunties in Hawai’i that shower you with so much love

[@SharonMessage]

Beautiful

[@menahealing]

My parents didn't know how to encourage me to do what I loved, so I grew up hesitant about my passions. They weren't supportive if I mentioned arts, like photography or music. They were only interested in such fields like medicine, finances, so I had to find what I liked in these field. I love psychology, but I hardly imagine myself working in that area, I see myself as a calm, sensitive, loving and caring person. I love nature and animals, singing and writing poems. I am 31yo trying my best to come find my true self and it is not an easy process. Sometimes I think it would be the best if I cut out any contact with my parents, because all they care is do I have a good paying job, but they never asked if I feel fulfilled and happy.

[@bekind3050]

My daughter received her Biomedical Engineering & currently finishing her MS in Electrical Engineering at 20. I often told her this: Do want ever you want, just consider two things. Your lifestyle & what's make you happy. You will never get a promotion, if you hate what you do. Follow your passion & you'll be happy. Good luck.

[@airys_kussymzhan]

I feel you

[@cashmerepajamas6761]

But what does this have to do with helping others outside yourself?

[@Errorztx]

In order to help others you must help yourself first; if you are not your own source of contentment, she will most likely only cause suffering if she tried to help.

[@superclips1326]

I'm in same state i hope you will get to where you truly want

[@cammybaugher7477]

I was really feeling lost today and like my life was meaningless and this is exactly what I needed... something to show me how beautiful the world is and how there are amazing people like this. 💕

[@Truthseeker0926]

Me too!!

[@smilecome1]

You can see her kindness right there. What a nice human being. 🙂

[@SharonMessage]

Beautiful

[@britneybryson3949]

Who is disliking this? This is a phenomenal effort not only of empathy but of action and catharsis. Lots of people spend their time angry and sad over things that they feel helpless to change. This woman leaves a legacy of compassion kindness and togetherness and you don't approve? She is inspirational and ahead of her time. Thank YOU resilient soul!

[@nimmha6708]

@@dimitardobrev3296 so you didn't watch the end?

[@joannmars]

Everything about this woman makes me smile.

[@davidsmith-oi3zg]

Hello Joann how are you doing today? i like the fact that she is smart and humble...hope you are enjoying the show?

[@alicet9780]

Key take away: follow your passion, with purpose and action, and you'll find your meaning in life ❤️

[@OhHapppyDaay]

That’s so rhymey. Sing-songy. I Love saying that. “Follow your passion, with purpose and action, and you’ll find your meaning in life”. I will not only say that, I will be that. Thanx

[@sayakahayashi8227]

@@kat7973 her whole talk was inspirational but I did not understand the last part of what she said.. “Create your one folds” …I feel like she is referring to Origami? The art she created? Is this right?

[@JanelleFraser]

I love her grounded presence! xo

[@bobbyc.1111]

ditto, we cal be grounded if we do what we love. Not what others want us to do. Wht we are drawn too

[@loveandlight6436]

Janelle Fraser This is so cool to see her now!! Lords of Dogtown is an amazing story (movie)

[@lynetteheadley-jones5440]

Janelle Fraser Jamaica n ew tod😬

[@bhinderbinder]

Very relaxed person!

[@Gringohuevon]

That'll be gravity, love

[@sandeepkaur1843]

humans become humans only when they are compassionate enough to live and let live.we should learn from whale behaviour which even didn't leave the sick and injured ones in times of fatal situations. thanks peggy for such a passionate speech. i really respect your passion and great work towards saving such a beautiful part of nature.

[@wildfire8737]

sandeep kaur Much Love to All Things truly 🙇💗

[@melissajaure8475]

I agree the title is misleading. It should be called orgami curtian justice or riding waves for whale justice or whale call. The speaker has incedible passion and spirit. Thank you for art with meaning and purpose and for sharing.

[@Noname-lk2ol]

sandeep kaur ummm no. Sorry we are humans when we are born through our DNA. Human nature is to kill or be killed. Not your first world version of "humans".

[@RockingNeverland]

sandeep kaur I hope you’re vegan. Otherwise this “live and let live” message makes NO sense. Lol.

[@dragonfairy22]

Yes, and that means compassion for ALL animals; cows, pigs, chickens, sheep, fish, etc. Live and let live.

[@yousraadly7341]

I honestly discovered that animals are more classy and well behaviour than most of people i encountered for real .

[@ptcpresents50]

I was graced with the opportunity to volunteer when I was in Santa Barbara between 2010-2012. Peggy even gave me and a friend some surfing lessons off Santa Claus beach. Peggy is such a unique and compassionate individual altogether and I enjoyed absorbing her energy and knowledge. Thank you Peggi!!

[@rachelravioli]

Sounds so special🥹

[@diegoserrano8302]

seeing this lady made me cry, she just seems so beautiful

[@mkh2799]

Yes.. Inner Beauty really does move.. Everybody can feel her Vibes..

[@The_jenn_diagram]

Yes! Almost the entire video I was on the verge of tears

[@mkh2799]

@@The_jenn_diagram U See.. what U r.. Beautiful Gypsy Soul..

[@theonlyGOL]

Diego Serrano Same here! Beautiful soul. I love whales and dolphins too so that made me cry... Makes me happy that there’s people like this on earth.

[@manjulatasharma3]

Greatness is simplicity and humility . Thank you for your passion great lady.

[@iam.jovani]

What a beautiful soul who has done so much with her life so graciously...creating awareness, saving whales and inspiring others to follow their passion. Thank you Peggy Oki!

[@amnaalnour9918]

i couldn't prevent the tears she is a very beautiful human being

[@snowfoxxie]

Same...

[@juanrobles4633]

Her message is love

[@saranyamuthuswamy1703]

A Beautiful Soul!

[@tamlynn786]

Strong powerful message HOWEVER, this talk is more about whales than it is about following your passion. She brings up living your passion in the last two minutes of the video.

[@shadevi]

I love how much information she gives us on Cetaceans.

[@sfhipchick1]

What a beautiful person and luminous spirit.

[@k.6072]

"Follow your heart with vision and actions. Create your own folds. And you'll connect with your 'porpoise' in life ❤."

[@doopdedoop13]

"Turn passion into action"

[@patricia9800]

Touching and inspiring speech. One of my best memory is also about eyes to eyes contact with a marine animal. Thanks for saving whales and dolphins.🙏 How great it is now you are in the world.❤

[@janettem830]

Saving Whales and stopping Sea Parks that are constantly explointing these beautiful creatures should be one of our #1 priorities!!

[@mofooutdoors3773]

Holy sea cow was that ever an inspiring ted talk and so meaningful I'm literally crying with compassion for and joy in her porpoise / purpose. Hoping everyone wakes up before its too late , we can fix our wrongs its not to late. Peace

[@nika5318]

go vegan its the best a person can do for the environment. instead of trying others to stop sth always start with yourself and see what you contribute to harm the environment and then try to change your lifestyle

[@SharonMessage]

Nice

[@pandorasdesign1962]

Beautiful! Thank you Peggy Oki, Champion of Whales... 😊😊😊

[@user-vh8fg8vh6e]

So heartbreaking, so inspiring, so truthful and beautiful. I am crying because of all the pain humans did to whales, millions of other species and to each other, because of happiness to see and hear this woman, who is spreading hope and love despite all the unbelievable cruelty we've done. I wish we all could follow her in our hearts, visions and actions

[@marikabeetv]

Art with purpose in purposeful action... Magnificent lady Peggy Oki xx

[@peggyoki1009]

Thank you Marika! Please visit my website for my current campaign to free Lolita, the lone Orca held at the Miami Seaquarium for nearly 47 years! www.origamiwhalesproject.org/take-action-for-lolita And your help with connections for more public speaking would be much appreciated. www.peggyoki.com/activism/public-speaking With Gratitude

[@jblank1862]

Marika Bee All art has purpose!

[@catconclusion2003]

+J Blank / Perhaps, but sometmes art's only purpose is to exist for it's own sake. Peggy's art serves an even nobler cause than that. It serves the greater cause of bringing awareness to the plight of our endangered whales and dolphins, in the hope that it will spur others to take positive actions to protect these beautiful creatures.

[@-Vitalis-]

"...sometimes art's only purpose is to exist for it's own sake". I disagree with you. Who says your art won't inspire people in 100, 200 or 1000 years in the future? Art, just like the rest of culture and even mankind... isn't stoic nor stagnant. It means different things for people through time. None of the art made till this day exists for it's own sake. It's aesthetically and conceptually impossible. Its purpose is to communicate the inner universe within a person, made by emotions, ideas, hopes, terrors and dreams. All of them evolve. Respected art could fall into oblivion and vice versa... but never cease to exist. Art can serve noble ideals, yes. But it can also be used as a tool to denounce what us human beings are doing wrong and portray this behavior in a more "noticeable" way. You know what they say: an image speaks a thousand words. Also a sound, a body movement, a theatrical gesture.

[@IanSuRealtor]

WOW!!! Amazing talk! Compassion, passion & action! We can tell she is living a life full of purpose, creating arts and social movement. We need more loving and kind people like this. Her smile and happiness are genuine! Once again, amazing! I cried and I'm inspired!

[@louielou1990]

Thank you for Making Waves with your labor of love, and teaching the next generations to love, connect and protect. Blessings in your way!

[@alexhadden1184]

one of the best, if not the best, ted talk I have ever watched. thank you for your work in this world, peggy.

[@laikaspod]

Skater surfer artist ocean lover all my dreams in one woman! 😇

[@pklinh5697]

I'm glad that this TED talk appeared in my recommendation. Such a compassionate, inspiring lady! As an animal lover, I even teared up listening to her stories and now I'm inspired to do something myself to save the animals on our beautiful planet ❤ Thank you a lot for this amazing talk!

[@zoeturner2406]

So thrilled to discover such an inspiring link between skateboarding, surfing, whales, art & origami 🌟 Wonderful presentation! Heart felt thanks! You deserve every accolade for your creative championship of the whales! 🌹

[@bensonleonard8414]

Hello Zoe How are you doing?

[@ariemulchand]

She is adorable without ego. So genuine and compassionate.

[@francinetolf7903]

Oh my gosh. Tears in my eyes, both sad and grateful. Grieving for the animals we have destroyed, awed by this wonderful woman. Thank you, thank you Peggy.

[@bensonleonard8414]

Hello Francine How are you doing?

[@user-km5op6cn4d]

She is just so lovely:)

[@Mercy.Yichus]

She seems like she has such a beautiful soul.

[@bbx7739]

Angel, pure heart, wisdom, divine, oh my god rarely do I see someone this beautiful. ❤❤❤

[@prempillay]

A beautifully narrated story of heartfelt purpose and passion to save the whales.

[@bensonleonard8414]

Hello Premilla How are you doing?

[@MarshMuchTV]

watching her speak made me wanna cry,the compassion!beautiful human

[@FlipMacz]

The speaker is phenomenal. Her passion is so very infectious, makes me think anything is possible in my life. I adore the beginning video, the sounds of passion for nature's Beings🎆

[@cuteanim3fan166]

I liked it even though it wasn’t what I thought it was going to be about. I must’ve needed to hear it. 🤗

[@ozlemguler4324]

Me too! :)

[@blooyce]

By reading the title, I decided to watch the video. It's about whales, and even if whales aren't my passion, surprisingly, I just found mine by simply listening to this lady. I'm so happy right now !!!

[@utuberhere]

Wow! Peggy just showed us how beautiful we appear when we give ourselves over to a passion and compassion we have for another life.

[@oldschoolskater7687]

I grew up in Santa Monica down the street from Baby Paul Cullen in the mid 70's. I am VERY, VERY HAPPY to see what Ms. Oki has accomplished! She is a WONDERFUL Human Being!

[@AlfredoSanchezPW]

Thank you Peggy Oki for the example by which you live, the message you share, your work and for letting the things that come from your heart to get out.

[@IOxyrinchus]

“It’s turning passion into action that can make a difference in the world” - Pegi Oki, a wonderful human being with an aura of morality

[@lamariposadee3493]

I love her...what a terrific human being. she looks so happy. Namaste Dearheart

[@snowfoxxie]

Turn compassion into action 🤝 after watching this video I applied to volunteer for sea shepherd! Thanks for inspiring me to make that move Peggy. I always think about these issues but I’m terrible at doing nothing all the time... >.< I want to help! I think many people do. It’s just difficult to know how. But seeing those thousands of whale origami.. make me realize that when lots of people do something small-even very small such as folding a piece of paper- they can create something world changing. I want to do something, even if it’s very small.

[@ritatroogstad435]

God bless Peggy Oki!

[@rosabalderasbarrios4219]

Peggy you are a gifted messenger

[@peterlloyd4447]

What a BEAUTIFUL lady. So easy to listen to, she makes me feel emotionally pleasant 🥰

[@jasonmorningside2574]

She's been cool for decades and will be beautiful forever. Bestest ted talk I've seen in a long time.

[@Ahopek]

What an amazing woman. She is radiant and her communication style is so honest and natural.

[@patmarkell8248]

It's so beautiful that someone cares deep in their heart to protect the beautiful creatures that God has given us,THERE are not many people would spend a minute even caring about them,they cannot speak for themselves,but this incredible WOMAN speaks for them and awakens us to help,teach and learn about these beautiful animals,how beautiful is that CARING IS BEAUTIFUL AND I THANK THIS WOMAN FOR CARING SO MUCH FOR THESE WHALES,I BELIEVE EVERYONE HAS A PURPOSE, AND SHE HAS FOUND HER PURPOSE AND IS AWESOME ALL THE WAY AROUND,PASSIONATE A VERY GOOD QUESTION SHE ASKED,....HOW MANY CAN ACTUALLY BE SO PASSIONATE....GOD BLESS HER!

[@SharonMessage]

Beautiful Much Love, Peace & Blessings

[@ParyatakParag]

She has worked more than any average corporate job..

[@jackrusselpupper1979]

I am so very thankful for people like this artist who does very courageous things to change the world! I am nobody, just an anonymous person who wishes she can follow and take actions like these fantastic human beings! Although I am nobody, one thing that I am is one of the staunch people who support these wonderful people and have donated to many of these organizations. It is very tiny, unlike these great courageous “action stars” but believe with every tiniest dots of support, it can fill a solid circle ⭕️ which will yield great results. We, humans, have done so much hurts and damages to everything on our planet, our world, it is Enough Already! It is the time to Change! Do No More Harms to our home, our Planet, and to the Innocent Animals! Enough is Enough!!

[@carolinanielsen8085]

Art that has purpose. Art for blessedness and service.

[@aifan6148]

"Turning passion into actions" 👍

[@michelleottley3299]

Awesomeness like citykids 89' and globalkids alum 93

[@ivesofmarch2319]

Sincere gratitude for the work you do for the whales

[@chahigginson]

This moved me to tears, what a beautiful way to raise awareness and find purpose in the path.

[@davidsmith-oi3zg]

Hello Cha how are you doing today? this video is way too inspiring i enjoyed every bit of it i hope you enjoyed it too?

[@Calcifurr]

Beautiful. This tells me that I have so many passions. End world hunger, educate, help animals, sustain planet earth.

[@LP-il3zl]

I agree with other comments which express admiration for Peggy Oki. Ignore the haters in the thread below and really watch/listen to this TED talk. Our world needs more activists with this mellow vibe. She is an amazing woman.

[@lisanicholls9026]

yes, every good deed and effort helps. who cares about the title, the contents has substance 😊

[@peggyoki1009]

Thank you! Very interesting ~ some people. But grateful for your appreciation. Please visit my website for my current campaign to free Lolita, the lone Orca held at the Miami Seaquarium for nearly 47 years! www.origamiwhalesproject.org/take-action-for-lolita And please share my public speaking page with any universities or institutions that might want to invite me to give a talk. www.peggyoki.com/activism/public-speaking With Gratitude

[@karinspruill3299]

What a beautiful lady and what amazing work she is doing.

[@PerkyFruitForTheD]

What an innately lovely, beautifully compassionate human being. She gives me hope.

[@TheWeeniess]

Her voice is somehow to calm and trustworthy. She vibes positive energy ♥️

[@paisleymcgee7890]

A true conservationist. Also, a humanitarian. She’s brilliant.

[@birdiebees1111]

Very beautiful and inspiring. Thank you for sharing and thank you for caring for our animals. 🙏🏼

[@4theloveofpaws]

As I began to listen to her journey with cetacean nation, my eyes filled with tears, as I was encountering a kindred spirit. I too am an artist, lover of animals on land & sea, and getting ready to be a speaker on a stage! I'm so excited to continue this journey "allowing things to unfold and my purpose in life will follow! Many Blessings!

[@davidsmith-oi3zg]

Hello Elisa how are you doing today? she's so humble and she has done so much in one lifetime....hope you enjoyed the video?

[@4theloveofpaws]

@@davidsmith-oi3zg yes! Absolutely 💯

[@davidsmith-oi3zg]

@@4theloveofpaws Okay that's good to know where are you texting from Elisa?

[@4theloveofpaws]

​@@davidsmith-oi3zg from PA, USA. I absolutely loved her delivery and the subject chosen for her talk. I'm just starting my journey as a Speaker. Just uploaded my 2 min pitch for my coaching class.

[@JohnDoe-zz7on]

Wow Peggy. You are a national treasure. The world needs so many more of you. You are Awesome.