The Risk You Must Take | Dr. Kristen Lee | TEDxOcala

Dr. Kristen Lee studies human resilience-our ability to endure, heal, and grow. In a visceral, relatable talk, she shares deep insights from her teaching and research-ones that helped her redefine authenticity, and encourage us all to do the same.
Dr. Kristen Lee, Ed.D., LICSW, known as “Dr. Kris” is a recovering perfectionist, proud Mama, and an internationally recognized, award-winning author, clinician, researcher, educator, speaker, and activist with over twenty years of experience. As Lead Faculty for Behavioral Science at Northeastern University in Boston, her research and teaching interests include individual and organizational well-being, and resilience, particularly for marginalized and underserved populations. She is author of Reset: Make the Most of Your Stress, Winner of the Next Generation Indie Book Awards Motivational Book of 2015, and Mentalligence: A New Psychology of Thinking. She is a regular contributor for the Huffington Post and Psychology Today and her work has been featured on NPR and CPS radio. 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

[@malabikadas4201]

Yes, yes, yes...it takes so much courage to be real...particularly because there is so much fake ness around us. also, I'm finding that to cultivate who we truly are can also be a journey of discovery. its balancing both of these aspects which can be challenging, but ultimately so rewarding. Love it and love you! thank you!!

[@nedigitalvideoproduction889]

Thanks for sharing with us the risk we all must take. Staying true to your self is crucial but even more important is recognizing how our self honesty benefits others. Great message!

[@pierremartinetto]

So much pressure! She cracks me up and I'm not a Kale fan.

[@kimberlyparkin7471]

Truly inspiring, beautiful and compelling!!! Such a powerful message for all walks of life. Dr. Kris's delivery is organic, warm, informative and light-hearted, allowing us to laugh at ourselves and reflect in a positive and meaningful way. Her guidance is infectious, she is a magnetic force! In addition to an impressive public speaker, she is an incredible professor, and ultimately a profound leader in self-care. She reminds us how important it is to embrace our imperfections and how being honest and realistic with who we are is true authenticity. I am privileged to be her student. Collective efficacy!!! BRILLIANT IN EVERY WAY!!!

[@the-organic-way]

I was on the edge of my seat from the beginning wanting to know how she dealt with that class. Such a beautiful journey for all them.

[@orlageary5104]

'the age of anxiety' is a terrifyingly accurate name for the times we're living in.

[@kristenlee8965]

Indeed, that is why we need candid conversation and new paradigms to emerge that can uplift us...

[@arlinegeorge6967]

Great great talk. Human puppet. Very very inspiring. Thank you, bless you. All your dreams come true.

[@Me-lolahernandez]

Perfectionists wound up tight? Sounds so unlikely *eye roll* Thank you Dr Kristen Lee, I'll be passing this on to a few people.

[@kristenlee8965]

my pleasure Lola, take awesome care!

[@dustyevans2130]

Thanks YT and your suggested videos, this is exactly what I need to hear today, everything about it. Thank you Dr. Kristen Lee

[@thisislife8931]

haha me too

[@markgai7249]

Honest and passionate insight. I love this talk. Happy to hear more about your research and apply it to my life. Thank you for inspiring us.

[@sweetdreams6953]

Wasn’t too sure when it started, but this was a truly enjoyable and engaging talk. I had so many giggles and have really taken something from it. Thankyou

[@diegofashiondesign]

There are so many great ways to go about achieving this kind of result. Step one, delete the social media apps from your phone!

[@sepchaster]

I'm sorry but the idea of a TEXTBOOK for personal, AUTHENTIC branding just seems like such a paradox.

[@DrKris-mo2ow]

Indeed, that is why I poke at it and then took my own approach to it! Thanks for watching and commenting! All my best, Kris

[@rebeccabai3718]

Dr. Kris is such an amazing and wonderful human being. She is my professor at Northeastern University, we know each other for the past over two years. I feel such an honor to be her student and to be part of her team. She has such a unique and warm personality which makes everyone who surrounds her feel so powerful and special! She helps so many souls to grow and be strong, teaches us how to be resilient, how to appreciate ourselves and be a true real human being. For me, she is not only my professor, not only a mother but so much more than that! Just like she said, a true global citizen! Thank you for sharing this Dr.Kris, we appreciate your thoughts and your open mind, your research and your perspective, your amazing soul and your voice to the world! Thank you!

[@dylantaylor6200]

she comes across like she would be a wonderful teacher!

[@edingutenberg9797]

lucky you, she must have been a great educator for you?

[@verapatrizio]

Appreciate that her title description is ‘Recovering Perfectionist’ hahahah!!

[@PolanskyFamily]

What an incredibly wonderful delivery. You hit a real home run! Congratulations. Words change worlds! Thank you. Aaron L. Polansky, Superintendent Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School

[@malachijude]

Bringing the focus back to ‘us’ is such a theme lately. We are rediscovering our humanity

[@phillipnorris3rd]

very true

[@kristenlee8965]

Indeed, it's vital we move from me to we. There is so much at hand and at stake! All my best, Kris

[@andrewmortensen3088]

Went to high school with her so amazing

[@parlyperdot]

Isn't perfectionism just OCD with a different name? Asking for a friend!

[@tarasuppleton]

Thanks for emailing me this, took a hile but I saw it and liked it.

[@larryfloyd9544]

This was the best advice I have heard! New subscriber

[@elizabethzulick2726]

This is amazing, and very inspirational! Your candidness and passion are truly remarkable. Thank you, thank you!

[@alextwarburton]

I am the opposite of a perfectionist I am an it will do kind of guy.

[@shelbyelsbree5717]

This is brilliant on so many levels... Humandoing vs Humanbeing?!?!! Mindblown. Congratulations Dr. Kris!...and thank you for sharing your strengths and weaknesses with the world, and with people like me, who are thirsty to paint our own stories with the influence/inspiration of stories like yours. You are truly one of a kind. Bravo!

[@marvwatkins7029]

Like TED, it's all BS.

[@LifecoachAshleyBerges]

Good research and great message Dr. Kris! When I work with my clients, after getting through and triumph over the immediate "non-working" parts of their life, we then move directly into being authentic, being honest, and embracing one's true self. Loving one's self is the most important thing we can do, unconditional love of self is one of the main reasons we are on this planet. Once we are able to unconditionally love ourself, we can unconditionally love others. Being a therapist and life coach, I appreciate your message, it is profound.

[@aprilr4228]

You are truly inspirational. Thank you for all that you do, not only for your students but for society as a whole. It's not an easy task trying to break down stereotypes and set new norms but you are well on your way. Great job and look forward to your future doings.

[@bethkurland3983]

As a psychologist working with people cross the life span, I believe that Dr. Kristen Lee's message is one we all need to hear! With so much pressure out there to be someone that we're not, Kristen's powerful message reminds us of the common struggles that we all face, and inspires us to find our authentic voice. Thank you!

[@MrsMamasita]

What an inspiring, powerful, funny and authentic talk. Thank you for sharing , Dr Kris. I LOVE the Collective efficacy concept!

[@robertaherron]

this resonates very powerfully with me

[@gizmeaux]

I am a perfectionist too, now I feel like I need a 12 step program to fix myself!

[@DrKris-mo2ow]

Classic perfectionist response! Take it in small steps and be self-compassionate. So much of this is socialized. In solidarity, Kris

[@shadyreginald]

This talk became very real all of a sudden- and it was exactly what I needed.

[@kristenlee8965]

I am so glad it resonated! Take good care Shady!

[@tashfeenshah563]

An amazing speech!! Interesting Note: The concept of collective efficacy was given by Prophet Muhammad 1400 years ago. This lady has got it right

[@mylittlesoulishappy]

Given in 2017 and I don’t think things have gotten any better :(

[@kristenlee8965]

There's much we are grappling with, particularly in the age of social media. Sending kindness!

[@ehsaankumer]

She really was the perfect person for the role

[@goodmapa]

I LOVE your passion, energy, and brilliance. I agree is it about US!

[@jaspernedivek]

Couldn't agree more with her.

[@cowboycodyvance]

"where mindfulness has become the new kale" hahaha love it.

[@DrKris-mo2ow]

Thanks Cody! Wellness is becoming a bit of a sport, yes?

[@alecbaen]

10:40. Go back, listen again. And again. This is a message we all need to hear. She is so so spot on.

[@kristenlee8965]

Thank you Alec! In solidarity, Kris

[@jessettucker]

Is there such thing as a normal person?

[@kristenlee8965]

Haha-no, normal is a myth for sure! I think we have to embrace our weirdness and shared humanity! Thanks for watching, Jesse

[@nancymorsay9624]

thanks for emailing me this, she is freaking awesome!

[@chasesevern7224]

Wow a brilliant mind.

[@kristenlee8965]

Thank you for your kind sentiments! Wishing you peace, joy, and momentum!

[@selitudenow]

Imagine that, a class for over achievers.

[@valeriedijkstra]

maybe they have no class :)))))

[@marvwatkins7029]

Drop the "comedy".

[@manalbarakatfakhoury]

Great job Dr. Kristen.

[@nolanrylee3993]

Isn't it great when the teacher already knows more about life than the book she's suppose to teach from.

[@lucy-diamonds]

No wonder why we airbrush ourselves. This explains everyday life in a way that sounds so sad.

[@marysheffield870]

True and truth. Thank you.

[@bobskillings113]

"We start believing that being real is too great a risk." Very hard to admit it but yes, this is what I've been doing.

[@easyrider9366]

Brilliant.

[@toricosta864]

You are amazing and inspiring! So proud

[@jonathangravenor9208]

Amazing talk - funny, articulate and - perfect

[@sorinareina]

The Classic. So worth listening to this talk.

[@siarajardine]

Yes authenticity isn't something you can buy.

[@sachinagarwal3469]

Nice Soliloquy !

[@DrKris-mo2ow]

Thank you! All my best!

[@jessiedallen]

Oof! “Bleach way the messy parts of their stories”. What a perfect visual for what we do for the sake of likes on social media

[@kristenlee8965]

Right-such an unsettling trend, one that needs to be dismantled! Thanks for watching and commenting...Take good care, Kris

[@donschuster]

Oh there is so much to listen here in the "Age of Anxiety."

[@bigdollarsigns]

Oh gee that guy in the first class, what a mistake he was.

[@victordeoliveira344]

this video popped up automatically while i was looking for an illegal football streaming

[@huynhga8441]

Kkkk

[@thisdidnotfkinghelpatall]

Woah- this talk took me places I didn’t expect…