Every Conversation Can Change A Life | Pat Divilly | TEDxGalway

The story of how one conversation between two strangers led to thousands of lives changed.

Pat Divilly is an Irish author, speaker and fitness expert whose client base has grown from 5 clients locally to 5000 clients nationally in just three years.

Pat prides himself on building powerful communities, instilling belief and promoting authenticity. His groups have raised over €250,000 for local charities in the last 12 months.

[LadyVamp]

I totally agree with you. I work in a petrol station and instead of doing the cliche 'hi, how are you?' or talk about the weather, I ask how their day is going and start a small conversation and smile and try to cheer them up. It never ceases to amaze me how surprised people are by this and I can guarantee that every single person that leaves the shop has a smile on their face. All it takes is a few seconds more and to actually listen to what they have to say

[TariqKhan-xtqs]

You can tell this guy is in it to help people, you can tell he truly believes in it and that he is genuine because he almost starts crying a few times throughout his speech.

That is true passion

[jeansmith]

That's very profound - but very, very true. Never underestimate the impact you can have on someone's life.

[sammy_lynn]

Anthony Trucks brought me here, glad I came. Forever changed with this renewal of my mind. God bless.

[justingough]

Just starting out with making a difference in peoples lives and it's all down to YOU...I bought your book (21 Day Jump Start) strangely enough on Christmas Eve for myself as a pressie..I needed something...I gave up my job and studied Fitness the following March 2014 and it's because of YOU and your words. I want to make a difference and empower people to be the best that they can be..Self belief. My new group is small in numbers but big in heart and passion to change. You continue to inspire me every day. Aishlinn, Balbriggan, Dublin.

[murphyslaw]

Pat, after watching some clips here on youtube looking for something with meaning, may I say thank you so much for you wonderful words rather than saying well done. I felt your humbleness as you spoke. The tremble in your voice touched something within me. In a world filled with so much contempt for mankind just to hear a young person with a heart is very refreshing. You are a credit to your parents and to yourself. You also make me proud to be irish. d’fhéadfadh Dia tú a bheannú (The Power of One)

[blingvn]

Reading this moments after finishing your book 'Upgrade your life'. A real inspiration and brought me close to tears. 6 weeks to go in the journal - Day 1 starts tomorrow. Thanks Pat.

[EwanCorlett]

Bravo brother. Truly moving and inspirational

[jackiesparx]

drives home an important point too many people overlook today. Helping others is fulfilling. Changing someone else's life, can in turn change your own...

selflessness is a gift we give ourselves. almost a paradox...

[vobulate]

Brilliant talk, you are an inspiration, I hope your message reaches far and wide.

[zeminar]

Phenomenal Pat, and fair play to your parents and Mark - support is like a blood transfusion for the mind. It's so true that 1 small act, one good intention executed can have an incredible impact, as long as you are open to it. Looking fwd to November even more now.

[niamhduffymusic]

This is the first time I’ve seen this talk and what better time than the January of the new decade to take this advice on board

[annemariewiegand]

Pat only well wishes for you - your video shares not only how far you've come but what you've experienced and learned along the way. Thank you for sharing you're story as your words are so true for all on us.

[annetteflynn]

So inspiring. Thank you. I'm loving your podcast too. It's really uplifting, thought provoking, motivating yet succinct, and you give really palatable examples of what you are talking about. Once again, thank you.

[marydivillysheehy]

Well done Pat, I am so proud of you. Can I share these few lines, in keeping with you theme,
It was only a sunny smile and little it cost in the giving, but like the morning light, it scattered the night, and make the day worth living.
These few lines were repeatedly quoted, by my late, loving husband, one of the most positive people I had the privilege to meet
Mary Divilly Sheehy

[petersteimle]

Thanks for the reminder, Pat, and for being yourself. I inspire and train unemployed people at job fairs, homeless shelters, schools, jails and such. I'm just starting out so I don't earn much yet financially, which makes life hard, and so it helps to be reminded that some of those listening could change their lives beginning the day of the "conversation" I have with them (because the best public speaking is really just a conversation with the audience, even if you're the only one talking). Carry on. :-)

[ferris]

Pat Divilly, I am delighted for you that firstly you have the get up and go and secondly and more importantly the brains to listen to other people. When things are not going right we need to find hope in something or someone and this talk proves that. Long may you continue to do what you do best. Warmest RegardsShane Ferris

[AngelaWright]

Pat you are amazing. So pleased we met. Keep up the great work.

[unicorn_bob]

Such a great talk Pat, I love the view of the world as a mirror. So delighted to see you given this platform well deserved and so inspiring, you have a way of sparking inspiration from people when they are in the dark. Congratulations and thank you!

[debbiemiller]

Thanks so much for the nudge Pat. You've just inspired me to go the extra mile.