How to Magically Connect with Anyone | Brian Miller | TEDxManchesterHighSchool

Magicians have mastered the art of understanding different perspectives
in order to create illusions and connect with the audience. Brian Miller
explains how he used that skill to create magic for a blind man. Then he
shares how you can use the same technique to make better, more
meaningful connections with people in your life, personally and
professionally.

Brian Miller is a private event magician, corporate keynote speaker, and
youth motivational speaker. For more than 10 years he has entertained
and spoken with thousands of audiences in over 25 states and
internationally.

corporate keynote speaker.

speaker for high schools and colleges.

[brianmillerspeaks]

I can't thank everyone enough for their incredible support of my work. I'm humbled that this message has resonated with so many people.

[gaberouse]

This man got me at 8:49 when he says,
"It's not enough to care about somebody;
it's not enough to understand them.
They have to _feel_ understood.
They have to _feel_ cared about."

[Apollys]

Pulling that trick out of no where with the blind man was a real stroke of genius.

[PLVCBO]

"Our world is a shared experience, fractured by individual perspectives. Imagine if we could all feel understood."

Mind blown.

[paorios]

"To care for someone is not enough", very powerful message. My favorite TedTalk thus far!

[Mariavega]

"Our world is a shared experience fractured by individual perspectives"- Brian Miller

[mikelarosales]

Beside the fact that his speech was amazing, which it was, I think it's awesome that Brian took the time to look for this video and answer to most of the comments, it just demonstrates how a great person he is. Really looking up to you, thanks for the message you shared with us.

[Rowgun]

Amazing talk. Bad crowd, though. If I was there I would have given him a standing ovation.

[TonyUK]

Stumbled on this particular 'TEDx' talk randomly and after having watched many previously of greater length and complexity, this one rang the bell for meaningfulness through simplicity and presented a greater message than many others that simply 'tickled' people's ears. This humble guy truly had a gem to share.

[chrisosullyo]

As sad as this is to admit, I'm one of those "Think of something clever!" people. I'm 24, but I socially developed INCREDIBLY late, and didn't even speak until I was 16. Not to my family, not to my friends, to anyone. Because of it, I have real difficulty maintaining conversation, connecting with someone through something meaningful, or even communicating with someone in the same room with me, as I'm so used to being completely silent and never knowing what to say.
I'm going to take your advice on board, Brian. Maybe perspective taking will finally be the hammer I need to crack open my shell and set me free.
Great talk!

[Anonymous]

I didn't really learn anything because I spent the whole 14 minutes thinking of what snazzy comment I would write in the comment section. Nailed it!

[PaulRamsayHypnotist]

I've worked with Brian as an entertainer. He's smart, funny, and passionate about what he does. This talk is an extension of that passion. Few entertainers are as thoughtful and articulate about what they do and why they do it the way they do it. Well done, Brian.

[ManthaaHD]

I feel like you and Ed were meant to meet. :)
when you talked about the trick you did for him and how every card was right and he smiled and his wife was so happy, I almost started crying because I felt like I shared this beautiful moment with the three of you. :)
Very nice talk and it holds so much truth for everyday life! :)

[as]

"People in my life didn't feel like I was invested in them. That wasn't true, but it doesn't matter. It's not enough to care about somebody. It's not enough to understand them. They have to feel understood. They have to feel cared about." - Golden words!!

[moniquevamado]

So good. And such a humble guy, being so honest about himself. That's what connects people most--vulnerability.

[stancexpunks]

Very good talk! I especially liked the bit about asking questions and TRULY listening to the response instead of thinking of what to say next. I know I'm guilty of that.

[sinnyloo]

Brian is so likeable and a great storyteller. This message resonates with me. Thank you!

[fossil_cancerian]

We are not listening, we are on the our end of conversation only.
Ask questions, listen to understand the answers, to make meaningful and better connection with people around you.
Simply the best advice i had ever got!

[cisco]

I would love to see this man in person, this crowd was dead and didn't deserve the hard work he put in

[LucasPitcher]

Excellent presentation, well spoken, thoroughly enjoyable and very practical.
I hope that everyone watching will gain from it - no matter how many times we may be told something, it just takes the right way for us to learn.
I certainly have - thank you!