What if making a mess was the first step to making meaning? Rich Lansley invites us into a world where poetry, play, and imperfection become tools for healing, humour, and hope. "Drawn to Life: Why Making a Mess Might Save Us" explores the powerful link between creativity and human connection, reminding us that being an “Artist” isn't just reserved for a chosen few, it lives in everyone.In this inspiring TEDx talk, Rich Lansley challenges traditional ideas of what it means to be creative, showing how empathy, vulnerability, and authentic expression are central to the creative process. Whether through conversation, problem-solving, or storytelling, we each contribute uniquely to the world.This talk invites us to rediscover our inner artist and embrace creativity as a shared human experience.Rich Lansley is a writer, performer and poet. Described as “poetry of kindness”, critics and audiences praise his ability to balance humour with emotional depth: his poems are said to “make you laugh, cry and wonder at the world.”He travels across the country, headlining shows, performing at arts and poetry nights, and at major festivals and fringes in the UK. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx