The Power of TED* by David Emerald #2166
Stop reacting. Start creating. Choose your role.
Today’s book: The Power of TED* by David Emerald—a powerful framework for breaking out of victim thinking and stepping into your full creative potential—personally, professionally, and relationally.
Here’s your 1-minute summary:
- You’re playing a role—choose it. Are you the Victim, Persecutor, or Rescuer? Or will you become the Creator, Challenger, or Coach?
- Victim mindset reacts. It focuses on problems, blame, and helplessness.
- Creator mindset responds. It focuses on vision, choice, and empowered action.
- Shift your questions. Ask, “What do I want?” instead of “What’s wrong?” Then take one small step toward that outcome.
- Change the drama triangle. When you show up as a Creator, you invite others to rise with you—into growth, service, and courage.
You’re not stuck in a story—you’re writing one. What would your Creator self choose today?
Again, as always, check out the Notes for more in the Heroic app. This is not only one of my first Notes, but also one of my favorites. I've used this framework of the victim versus creator—The Power of TED* (The Empowerment Dynamic). Super powerful frame. I hope you enjoy.
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The Power of TED*
by David Emerald