Pull up a chair and create a meaningful connection | Zoe-Ann Bartlett | TEDxBorrowdale

How Anyone Can Create Deep, Intentional, and Meaningful Connection.
In 2012, while going through a time of grief and loss, Zoe-Ann Bartlett discovered a timeless and ageless tool that everyone has, and few are using to create deep connection. Since then, she has become obsessed with researching, curating, and speaking about the power of ordinary people with extraordinary purpose.
You will be inspired by the transformative stories she selected to share from her extensive collection. In this talk, she teaches a 5-step framework that everyone can use to foster unity, inclusion, and peace. You will also
learn the 4-intentional elements to ignite meaningful and positive global impact.
This talk is for influential leaders, storytellers, and any individual who wants to make a difference through the power of storytelling.
Zoe-Ann Bartlett is an inspirational speaker, researcher, and curator of stories. For over a decade, she’s brought her visionary wisdom and inclusive perspective to showcase the power of ordinary people, having extraordinary purpose - one table at a time. As the Founder of Intentional Table and with a background as an award-winning
hospitality veteran, chef, and sommelier, she believes that food is only part of the story - “the genius is the gathering.”
As Zoe’s collection of transformative stories continues to grow, she is passionate about partnering with influential brands, leaders,
and filmmakers who want to give a voice to the stories that narrate the lives of our human family.
To learn more about Zoe, visit intentionaltable.com and follow her
@intentionaltable 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

[@kenwarman8050]

A lot of people talk about the divisiveness in our world, Zoe is one of the few actually doing something about it.

[@BJHu-et2qk]

Thank you for sharing your valuable insights and inspiring stories, Zoe! Learning about the power of an Intentional Table to create positive change gives me hope. You have motivated me to think about the ways this can be helpful in my own family and community. Encouraging genuine human connection by coming together around a Table set with Love, Courage and Compassion is what our world needs. ❤️ 🙏

[@mojysadri215]

Zoe, I work in schools and believe having an "International Table" in each school is essential to create unity, connection and sympathy among all the students. I love the concept you're bringing up!

[@gingercarlson4229]

My TABLE and the people I welcome to it every day are all the more enriched for having experienced your message! Thank you!

[@mariahedgington8717]

Congrats Zoe-Ann. A true global message, well done!

[@-Therapist-Frey]

Wow! This is a powerful, inspiring and intriguing talk! So personal and intimate - something that all families should begin as a tradition - Thank you for bringing this message to the WORLD 🙏🏼FAMILY COHESION CREATES MEMORIES AROUND A TABLE! ❤

[@ickes86]

the power of tables, connections and intentional conversations. Thought provoking and powerful. thank you for sharing 🎉

[@robertmartin6819]

What a powerful and meaningful message! Thought provoking and timely in these divisive times.

[@DebbeAngelillis]

Absolutely awesome Zoe-Ann - the stories all illustrate the truth of our unity as humans and the ability of each of us to take action to reinforce and spread the power of global love and intention. Thank you so much for this presentation - definitely has me thinking about how to intentionally set my table!!

[@-Therapist-Frey]

I love this talk! I have watched it several times and can't get enough of the imagery of your stories! 🙏🏼❤️

[@chionisotsikisayi6578]

We all need an intentional table💕and the warmth, grace to extend an invitation to loved ones to come sit with us. Thank you for sharing such an important message.

[@inspiredgrowth9834]

This is a world changing message that each of us can implement. Thank you.❤

[@tatjanastoljarova3101]

This talk reminded me of how important it is to be intentional about things that really matter! Very thought-provoking and inspirational!🎉

[@thePositiveMOM]

This powerful global message is so essential to society and applicable to any setting. I am sharing this talk!

[@leslieinplaya]

This is a beautiful message Zoe. I’m feeling inspired to ensure my table will have meaningful stories to tell. Thank you.

[@korbinlynatserendipiteahea6853]

I am buying a blue table now! Thanks for bringing the importance of gathering at a table into the light and the forefront of our lives 💙

[@TiffTALKTV]

Such a simple but powerful concept to use the TABLE as a way to pause, connect, and belong. Thank you for this.

[@KarenElmhirst]

Thank you for sharing these powerful and inspiring stories and encouraging each of us to be purposeful in using our tables of all kinds to build and strengthen community. Brava!

[@solomonwilkins7404]

Like most people, I’ve sat around tables and had conversations all my life. Now I want to be more intentional about the conversations my family and I have at our table. Thank you for sharing this amazing message!

[@laurenpowers9180]

What a thoughtful and gracious talk! A real eye-opener as to what each of us can contribute...

[@iamcarmenparedes]

What a powerful talk you delivered Zoe, definitely has me thinking how to create my own table.

[@katelinankrom7845]

Captivated as always by your ability to share such beautiful and meaningful stories, Zoe! Thoroughly enjoyed this talk ❤️

[@raeflores-nr1ge]

Love this talk!! So simple and important - we need this

[@michellepearson8943]

Loved the story about the Dennis the new student who didn't want kids to have to sit alone at lunch like he did. 💖