My TEDx talk is officially live!

It’s a message I’ve been wanting to bring to a larger stage for a long time, and I’m grateful the day is finally here.

WATCH IT HERE

In this talk, I explore something we’re all feeling right now: in a world that’s more divided and distracted than ever, real human connection is becoming harder to hold onto.

Why do some people light us up, while others leave us thinking, “Half the world must be on acid”?

And what if the problem isn’t actually them?

After more than two and a half decades of studying human behavior across 40+ countries, I’ve seen just how powerful our internal “lens” is — how it shapes the way we interpret people, react to situations, and make sense of the world.

This TEDx talk goes deeper into that lens: the psychology behind it, the ways it can mislead us, and how becoming aware of it can completely reshape how we communicate and connect.

You’ll hear real stories, research, and moments that have challenged and reshaped my own approach to relationships and human behavior.

My hope is that it gives you something meaningful to reflect on, something that resonates, and maybe even something you can use in your next conversation.

And if know someone else who may connect to the message, I'd love for you to pass it along.

Thank you for your support. It truly means a lot. 

— CC