As a father of four, Dwight Stitt believes that family connection is everything. In this heartfelt ted talk, Stitt shares his own hardships of fatherhood in the wake of divorce. Determined to maintain strong bonds with his children, he imparts a collection of lessons that he hopes will keep all dads connected to their children.
Category Archives: TedTalks
3 steps to turn everyday get togethers into transformative gatherings
We’ve been talking about book clubs this week and gathering with friends to chat, in this Ted Talk author Priya Parker shares three easy steps to turn your parties, dinners, meetings and holidays into meaningful, transformative gatherings. It’s a must watch.
Five Ways To Listen Better
It’s Ted Talk Wednesday and while we are on the topic of podcasts and listening we have found a little beauty for you. In our louder and louder world, says sound expert Julian Treasure, “We are losing our listening.” In this short, fascinating talk, Treasure shares five ways to re-tune your ears for conscious listening to other people and the world around you.
Why good leaders make you feel safe.
This is hands down one of our favourite Ted Talks of all time and by the look of the 10.5 million views…it appears to be yours too. Simon Sinek explores why good leaders make you feel safe. Definitely worth taking a break and watching with a cup of tea.
How to make stress your friend
A pounding heart, fast breathing and sweating. Ugh. Stress has been made into a public health enemy. But is that really fair? New research suggests that stress may only be bad for you if you believe that to be the case. In this Ted Talk Psychologist Kelly McGonigal urges us to see stress as a positive.
The real reason female entrepreneurs get less funding
Women own 39 percent of all businesses in the US, but female entrepreneurs get only two percent of venture funding. In this eye opening Ted Talk Dana Kanze shares research suggesting that it might be the types of questions start-up founders get asked when they’re invited to pitch.
Why giving away our wealth has been the most satisfying thing we’ve done – Melinda and Bill Gates
Bill and Melinda Gates took a walk on the beach and made a big decision: to give their Microsoft wealth back to society. Here’s their story.
Listening to shame
Brené Brown, whose earlier Ted Talk on vulnerability became a viral hit, explores what can happen when people confront their shame head on. It’s funny, raw and vulnerable. A must watch.
The Power of Vulnerability
With over 41 million views 😯, this Ted Talk is a must watch! It’s poignant, funny and Brene Brown shares a deep insight from her research, to help us understand humanity.
The world’s most boring television and it’s hilariously addictive.
You’ve heard about slow food. Now there’s slow tv. In this very funny talk, Norwegian television producer Thomas Hellum shares how his team began to broadcast long, boring events to a rapt audience.