Susan David
Expert on emotional courage | TED speaker on crisis resilience
Susan David is a Burnout & Resilience speaker who has appeared at 3 events including TED Connects 2020 and TED 2017, most recently in 2020.
About
Susan David is a recognized expert on emotional courage who has shared her insights on some of the world's most prominent stages. She delivered a TED Talk in 2017 titled "The gift and power of emotional courage," where she explored how individuals can navigate their inner emotional landscape with greater skill and authenticity.
Building on this foundation, David returned to the TED stage in 2020 with "How to be your best self in times of crisis," addressing the critical need for emotional resilience during challenging periods. Her work focuses on helping people develop the psychological tools necessary to thrive in the face of adversity and uncertainty.
Through her speaking engagements, she demonstrates practical approaches to emotional intelligence that can be applied both personally and professionally.
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How to be your best self in times of crisis
"Life's beauty is inseparable from its fragility," says psychologist Susan David. In a special virtual conversation, she shares wisdom on how to build resilience, courage and joy in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Responding to listeners' questions from across the globe, she offers ways to talk to your children about their emotions, keep focus during the crisis and help those working on the front lines. (This virtual conversation is part of the TED Connects series, hosted by head of TED Chris Anderson and current affairs curator Whitney Pennington Rodgers. Recorded March 23, 2020)
| Event | Year | Location | Talks |
|---|---|---|---|
| TED Connects 2020 | 2020 | 1 | |
| TED 2017 | 2017 | 🇨🇦Vancouver, Canada | 1 |
| Thinkers50 Gala | 2017 | 1 |
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Who has Susan shared a stage with?
Speakers who appeared at the same event editions as Susan
| Speaker | Shared events | Where they appeared together |
|---|---|---|
| Ray DalioFounder, Bridgewater Associates | Author of 'Principles' & Global Macro Strategist | 2 | TED 2017, TED Connects 2020View shared history → |
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Both at TED 2017, TED Connects 2020
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