Moving Beyond Cynicism: Creating the World We Want to See | Pascal Murphy | TEDxRyersonU

The world we live in today gives us many reasons to remain cynical, but Pascal Murphy thinks otherwise. Told through a comedic and lively story, Pascal narrates his experience with discrimination and how he used a negative experience to educate his community and promote positive social change.
In 2013 Pascal Murphy unwittingly started a movement for change. An idea that began as a backyard barbeque grew into an event that unified not only his west-end community, but people from across Canada. The Neighbours United for Inclusion Community BBQ sent a message of inclusivity and is one example of how Pascal promotes positive social change through inclusive community engagement. In his role as an instructor on homelessness, disasters, and social and environmental justice at Ryerson University, Pascal works to inspire those around him by encouraging others to embody what they want to see more of in the world. Pascal puts his words into practice by facilitating a number of initiatives and cross-cultural exchanges to facilitate social justice among communities in Toronto and abroad.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx

[@mochileronomas]

"Cynicism dissipates and change happens when we refuse to simply reflect the world we are presented with, and instead reflect the world we wish to see." Great quote for the books. Great talk, thanks Pascal!

[@PascalMurphy]

Thank you Aaron!

[@saminarose80]

This is so amazing. Thank you for sharing

[@MattMannYT]

That sounds like a good start!

[@dylanbuchman8128]

This is what I needed to hear. Thank you.

[@susie5245]

Thank you so much for this video. Recently, some negative experiences have impacted me and made me see the world very cynically. I am committing to changing my perspective. Thank you.

[@PresentingReality]

Brilliant Ted Talk, Cant wait to share. Thanks Pascal.

[@tds.b]

Wonderful teaching! Adding it to our KZbin faves

[@niceguyeamonn]

Bravo!

[@kimfreeborn]

The term should be Resentment not Cynicism.

[@theresanania636]

So mad at the world right now can’t find a job virus racisim things are not looking good thanks for video

[@RovingRoy]

Isn't it interesting how we in America often get lectured by Canadians about how superior their society is over ours when it comes to tolerance? This video shows that such lecturing is a lot of poppycock. Furthermore, why not ask the indigenous folks of Canada how tolerant Canadian society is. How about asking French Canadians how tolerated they have felt, but then again I'm sure you can find those in Quebec who don't feel so tolerated by French Canadians either. Canada needs to address the intolerance of their own society before lecturing other countries on their intolerance. For crying out loud, how many people of colour have you ever seen on The Red Green Show?

[@MattMannYT]

Your cynicism is showing!

[@Isyouisorisyouaint54321]

How can I make the lgbtqa movement about me?!

[@acolytes777]

0.00 You lost me. Ugh

[@sultanaljuhani1571]

First world problems