About us
We are a group of people who enjoy discussing TED talks in a sociable environment. We currently meet the first Wednesday of each month. TED talks can be informative, thought-provoking and inspiring, and can spark off lively discussion. Topics fall within the realm of science, arts, technology, humanities, social sciences, philosophy etc.
We also have additional meetings from time to time in a couple of different locations. A topic of interest is decided upon before the meeting and ππ ππππ πππ πππ ππ πππππ πππ ππ πππππ π»π¬π« ππππ πππ πππ ππ ππππ πππππ ππ πππ πππππππ, which will inform our discussion on the night. A bit like a book club, where you read the book beforehand!
Discussions are in a respectful environment to encourage the participation of people with varying viewpoints and backgrounds. We also encourage you to bring ideas and perspectives from your own life experience and other content you may have read, watched or listened to.
We hope to see you at a meetup very soon!
Upcoming events
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No Easy Answers: Beyond Positivity
Third Space Smithfield, Dublin 7, D, IEHello TEDheads!
All of us will go through suffering at some point. What will you cling to on that day?
Cliches and easy answers won't be enough. You will need something beyond 'everything happens for a reason'. Where will you find hope beyond positive thinking and pop-psychology?
The talks below will invite us to figure out a path that deals with reality without cliche. A path that invites us to drink of the real and not simply cover our pain.
Let's explore these questions and more together next week.
Please watch the following TED talk and read the article on your own device before the event.
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# β Talk #1: "Everything happens for a reason" -- and other lies I've loved | Kate Bowler
In life's toughest moments, how do you go on living? Kate Bowler has been exploring this question ever since she was diagnosed with stage IV cancer at age 35. In a profound, heartbreaking and unexpectedly funny talk, she offers some answers -- challenging the idea that "everything happens for a reason" and sharing hard-won wisdom about how to make sense of the world after your life is suddenly, completely changed. "I believe that in the darkness, even there, there will be beauty and there will be love," she says.
Kate Bowler | TED
β’ July 2019https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTcJmIbn5nw
# β Resource # 2: The gift and power of emotional courage | Susan David
Psychologist Susan David shares how the way we deal with our emotions shapes everything that matters: our actions, careers, relationships, health and happiness. In this deeply moving, humorous and potentially life-changing talk, she challenges a culture that prizes positivity over emotional truth and discusses the powerful strategies of emotional agility. A talk to share.
https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_david_the_gift_and_power_of_emotional_courage
Please note the following:
We want to provide a space for those who are curious about life, enjoy TED Talks, and want to share their findings with others. Please join us as we consider this topic, Wednesday, May 6 at 7:15pm.
Newcomers are most welcome! Hoping to see you there.
(Please sign up only if you really intend to attend).NOTE: We ask for a 4 Euro contribution on the night to cover costs. Thank you.
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