How to support someone without having the solution | Nash Fung | TEDxUofW

We all like to be helpful when someone is experiencing emotional pain, yet sometimes we hesitate to offer support because we don’t know what to say or how to solve their problems. However, as a crisis line volunteer, Nash Fung learned that those self-perceived incapabilities can actually help us provide better emotional support.
Nash Fung is a keynote speaker who uses magic to inspire his audience. Since 2005 he works as a professional magician by day and a crisis line volunteer by night. This unique journey taught him many meaningful lessons on empathy and human connections. As a keynote speaker, he shares these lessons to empower his audiences to create a more supportive & compassionate culture. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@NashFung]

Thank you everyone for watching my TEDx talk :) I hope it was helpful to you and the people you care for in your life

[@nullandvoid7881]

thank you for sharing this story and your talents! This is just what I needed to see today

[@irynkairu4467]

Absolutely inspiring, Nash! You're the best

[@NashFung]

@@irynkairu4467 :) Thank you "Iryn"

[@NashFung]

@@nullandvoid7881 I'm glad it was meaningful for you today

[@sonalisingh2161]

I really don't have word to explain my thoughts right now but I really want to thank you thanku so much

[@betterchapter]

A best friend is the only one that walks into your life when the world has walked out

[@hannesRSA]

People will conveniently forget about you or avoid you. I can't tell whether I used to react the same, so it might be deserved to be isolated entirely and permanently.

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[@coopercrank]

I legit think this is the most beautiful and actually helpful TEDx talk I've ever seen.

[@danaha5303]

I had Nash speak to business leaders at a Chamber of Commerce event about empathic leadership and it was a big hit. He really knows how to connect with the audience in sharing a meaningful message. Everyone loved him! This is such an important message and he shares it beautifully.

[@nurseD718]

One of the best TED talks in a while. Thanks for reminding everyone to keep the magic with active listening!

[@claudiusandika5366]

"the magic of your presence, today"

[@hauvamizo2145]

"The people search for an ear to listen, but found mouth."

[@Sacred-Lotus]

True. Mouths in multiple, usually loud and not helpful. 😥

[@Lolcoca]

Follow your instinct ! Listen to yourself not people !

[@basilfaulty7643]

Ahh why am I getting so emotional?? I feel like he is such a sweet and noble man, just the way he words things let alone what he does, it's really beautiful and I was not prepared to be so moved by it all.

[@ulisseditaque]

I get what he's talking about around the 3:20 mark. It's like it frees you up to find the solution together and also because you're not coming at them with a "I know all" kind of attitude, it makes you more endearing. That's what I think anyway

[@nfajeff]

i LOVE this!!! NASH, you are an amazing speaker, magician and human. your message is deep and profound. authentically connecting with each other is so incredibly important. i wish the whole world would know the wisdom in your talk. wonderfully done. thank you...

[@atiegs]

Nash Fung is one of the most genuine human beings I know. I love how he can inspire by utilizing his talents to keep you entertained!

[@aliciastach-ottenstror1747]

Whether on stage or strolling the town, you’re always the most kind, open minded, and non judgmental person I know. Thank you for sharing your passion for connecting on a human level and sharing tools to help us learn how to apply them 💜

[@lizfalconer80]

What a heartfelt and warm presentation. The magic of active listening. Empathy is so powerful!

[@SeashellShimmer]

Such a beautiful story, I truly think you the two of you crossed paths for a reason that night ❤

[@brendamandrak2863]

Marvellous speech. So many times I have felt too uneducated and useless when listening to others share woes with me but now I see my quiet listening was at least something for them in that sad moment. Thank you.

[@DrMargaretRutherford]

This lesson is something I practice every day as a therapist. I so appreciate Nash's support of asking the simple questions or making simple comments first. He's so right that they can mean the world to someone.

[@liza-zotova]

Love this so much! It's such a daunting feeling when you want to help but do'nt really know how

[@emmatshields]

I know exactly what he means about those moments when you have to choose to keep playing your role or drop the act and connect on a human level. This used to happen to me all the time in my workplace. It was a shop right next to one of the main train stations in the city and allll kinds would come through.

[@MichelleGrondine]

sobbing this was so so so touching and such a good reminder to stay present in every interaction you have

[@kevinkwong8856]

Nash, thank you for sharing your story. You do great things for humanity! -J

[@ImEaBr-qm1pu]

You are a brilliant magician and a beautiful human being!❤

[@KariKeegan-g2x]

Always enjoy Nash's insights!

[@NashFung]

:) Thank you Kari !

[@curiositybased]

Nash! This was magical! Love the personal stories and the way you presented it.

[@rinanoshinikov]

Such a beautiful message, will be sharing it, thank you

[@christinabarone8021]

👏 funny, kind, and inspiring. Nash is a magical human being! Thank you for sharing.

[@Petra-k2c]

psychprofile AI fixes this. Support without providing solutions.

[@aadeshbagmar1]

Nash is amazing!! Always love his stories! ❤

[@mem1701movies]

I’d love it if someone TRIED to solve my problems. I mean really TRY. Not the laziest thing off the top of their head.

[@keithtsang522]

Nash, ur amazing. Can’t imagine u did it with Ted and u very well deserved. 🎉congratulations

[@saltypea33]

Wonderful talk with a beautiful message 👏👏👏

[@stephaniebriggs1296]

Absolutely magical, 😂, inspiring and educational talk! Thank you for demonstrating genuine leadership is such a thoughtful and entertaining way.

[@harmonylifewithjess1593]

I just LOVED this so much. Totally relatable in my everyday existence. 🙌❤️

[@Sunshinesinthesky]

Beautifully delivered and inspiring! Well done! ❤

[@nahidkhan4306]

One of the best TED talks I'v ever seen...🥰😇 Amazing

[@meiliho2526]

You are an amazing speaker, Nash. Thank you so much for your sharing. It’s so inspiring!

[@lonjemariesfashions5117]

This is amazing thank you 🙏🏾 It always amazes me how we serve an on-time. Perfect God I did support someone right before I clicked on this video. I let them know I’m here for you.

[@kariparks123]

Well said Nash! Always an OG fan👏👏👏

[@zeeshanhanif1403]

One of the best Ted talks ever watched ❤

[@alanglazen9430]

You are truly a magician of the heart Thank you so much for sharing!

[@Demitriscocktails]

Magic, but not in his tricks, magic in his words!

[@elanchantel]

Wow Nash this is beautiful ❤

[@jarrettstock9082]

I love Mexican food, I wish I was there to see your first magic, I had the chance to see it when we went to university together, close enough. The magic lives on

[@MovieMelon-Studio]

A masterpiece ❤

[@MadonnaGrogan]

Wonderfull insights, active listening really helps

[@stevenchau8982]

Great performance! I love it!

[@hclau9511]

Thanks for your sharing！it s useful and inspiring ！

[@TheFrEd1FReD]

thank you Nash Fung

[@OlenaFoxyUA]

Super! So wisdom!

[@boundlessrob5418]

Incredible talk ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@popupsoshealing]

Wonderful!

[@sheshe5049]

Powerful ❤

[@ivangohome]

Impressive....

[@kornchanokraksaseri3884]

Thank you! 🙏

[@saradoolittle9986]

Fantastic!!

[@apolitik]

Amazing

[@yagneshbhise5717]

Wonderful 🙌🏻

[@binilasebastian4569]

Awesome

[@mem1701movies]

How did he do that CUBE trick?

[@raphae-landres]

pretty fancy shuffling with that card trick

[@BrassTacksEventsBTE]

👏👏👏👏👏

[@Souad-p3m]

wow that was great 😊

[@wickedboy5535]

Not understand all the things 😢

[@shreyashraj6906]

❤❤❤

[@mariaantoniettamontella9173]

applausi

[@Adarsh_lata]

Be careful

[@Adarsh_lata]

Card mix up

[@Adarsh_lata]

Volo

[@Adarsh_lata]

Green house today

[@pensivepenguin3000]

Maybe I’m wrong, but it seems like bro was more impressed with his own performative good deed and sweet magic trick than actual concern for the lady at the restaurant. The basic message here wasn’t bad but I got kind of a weird disingenuous feeling from the talk

[@Maria-w9h6s]

I will be forever grateful to you, you changed my whole life and I will continue to preach on your behalf for the whole world to hear you saved me from huge financial debt with just a small investment, thank you Brenda Devore

[@Sebastian-s9h]

Wow. I'm a bit perplexed seeing her been mentioned here also Didn't know she has been good to so many people too this is wonderful, i'm in my fifth trade with her and it has been super.

[@Lucas-j7q]

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[@alanwbell]

Whoa I had no idea cold case playing cards were a thing? That seems incredibly morbid. I get wanting to bring more awareness to the cases but whose really going to choose to buy a deck of cards like that?

[@OneaeBlack]

Fun Loving Magic.