Rethinking Strictness and Discipline | Justin Li | TEDxYCYW Shanghai Youth

In this inspiring TEDx talk, Justin Li shares how his strict badminton coach, once labelled the “Devil Coach”, taught him the true power of communication. From fear and misunderstanding to heartfelt connection, he learns to look beyond first impressions and recognise the coach’s tough love and genuine care. This personal journey reveals that listening and open communication can turn intimidating figures into your greatest supporters, unlocking a life-changing magic in every relationship. Justin is a student studying in Chongqing, China. He is passionate about badminton and has won 20 medals through hard work and discipline. Justin used to fear his strict coach, Mr. Zhang, but after a meaningful conversation with his grandmother, he learned to see discipline as a form of care. Now Justin is interested in how communication changes relationships, and he enjoys sharing stories, reading and learning about future technology. 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