Simon Sinek: How to discover your 'why' in difficult times | TED

0:00 Intro
0:41 The impact of collective pandemic trauma
03:33 How to strengthen your relationships
06:21 Healing by helping others
11:06 An exercise to find your “why”
13:24 The best way to show up for loved ones
14:36 The true definition of leadership

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[MichelleLLL]

To those of us who are building our lives from zero, with no backups, no inheritance, no connections, Just us and our plans. May the Almighty God bless you financially and Give you the strength to fight through all obstacles that comes your way

[monicabastardo]

"... That is why we have to invest in people when we are doing well and we think we don't need anybody."... 👍

[MrDarshD]

Emotional intelligence and resilience are the new superpowers now

[prernasingh]

When a leader ask how are you ?
And when he actually care .
He is true leader

[gbsartworks]

I always admire how simon talks. Its like it always comes out of sincerity and caring manner..Bless everyone and stay safe

[Busymomx]

I started emotionally imploding at the beginning of this year. I have been a single Mom of 5 for over 10 years and thought I could get through anything. This is really resonating with my current situation. Thank you for sharing this with the public. We all need to hear this.

[thelmchen]

Man I needed this so hard right now. I'm a late bloomer of depression phase. I've been doing well for the longest time, but now is just gruesome.

- change of sleep pattern
- change of attitude towards socialising (isolation)
- bad motivation, unproductive behaviour and exuses for said behaviour

Additionally.
- decreased authentic emotions
- overthinking, anxiety towards the future, negative thoughts

[amarjeetbains]

I can listen to Simon forever!!! One of the most important talks ever given after the pandemic. ✌️ Thank u Simon.

[danielyim]

So heart felt with compassion, sincerity and vulnerability. Love this conversation!

[NFNPuppies]

The necessity for quality friendships is so needed these days. You are so inspiring Simon thank you for giving us your passionate insights.

[Todaymorrow]

I watched this video with my team and we can all relate with every point. Thank you Simon and TED for sharing heartfelt information with the public.

[yunilee]

Wow, thank you Simon. For you to come out and being vulnerable and open up that all people have their up and down regarding how popular they are.

[JosephAlanMeador]

This was helpful information. Thank you. Especially to state, rather than ask. It's true, when I ask a friend "how are you?" it leaves them an easy door to close with "fine." Whereas, "you seem different today" or "something's wrong" leaves them more space to actually share and potentially vent and heal that moment's heaviness.

[Sumanta_kH]

In the world of dilemma and the never ending question of what i gonna do next, this hit me hard. I really needed this, Let go of the despair and take a look of the world around you! This will be the start.

[deniseyang]

Just the talk we all need to hear during Covid & in this time and age. Thank you for this!

[julieannmaureenrodriguez]

Thanks for this, TED!
At the right time, always at the right time...

S/O to CB Benares!
What he talks about, being able to pick up the phone and call someone just to let them know that they’re not alone, really really helps.

[joseyong]

Wow thank you Simon for showing us is ok to be vulnerable (I could feel you when you said u cried), it’s ok to ask for help. That we are not broken, because I lost daily contact with other people (not my family) during Covid. I was yearning for connection, now I recognize that O was depress, not sleeping, not smiling for a year, then I went to a week yoga retreat where I could hug others and started to smile again, I cried without reservation.

[KayFlowidity]

2:25 I fell into these symptoms post military retirement after 20 yr career. Spiritual Awakening if you ask me. Got help and its a natural progression. Phenomenal growth since...

[velioalessandromoretti]

that is awesome! Asking our friends to articulate our why is so powerful to see ourselves and tap into our real potential!

[TubeNutriDoc]

Thank you, Chris and Simon. A snack that hit the spot! May you and yours...Be In Good Health.