What if your past wasn’t your prison, but your platform?
In this deeply moving TEDx talk, Henry McCrory shares how he transformed a childhood marked by violence and addiction into a life of meaning, leadership, and legacy. Through the lens of Logotherapy, a philosophy shaped in the shadows of Auschwitz, Henry reminds us that no matter our circumstances, we always have the power to choose our response.
With wisdom shaped by personal pain and decades of business experience, Henry invites us to reflect on who we’re becoming, what we believe is possible, and how change truly begins: not with others, but within ourselves.
“The person you want to change isn’t your partner, your past, or your pain — it’s the one in the mirror.” — Henry McCrory
Henry McCrory is a strategic marketer, entrepreneur,
and creative leader with over 30 years of experience at
the intersection of business and design. As the founder
of Creative 3 Media, Henry has dedicated his career to
helping brands, networks, and businesses thrive in an
ever-evolving digital landscape.Henry’s expertise spans smart website development,
innovative branding, video marketing, and data-driven
digital strategies-delivering tailored solutions that
consistently drive measurable results. 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
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