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The Superpower We've Been Taught To Hide | TeeJ Mercer | TEDxBuckheadAve

We all carry it. We all hide it. But what happens when you stop burying it and start using it? You’ll uncover the one force powerful enough to transform your life...and the lives of others. A force so disruptive it may dismantle everything you thought you knew about strength. TeeJ Mercer is a multiple award-winning TV editor and producer with over 25 years in Hollywood, working on projects like The Tonight Show, The Bachelor, Shrek, The Incredibles, Night School, Shaft, and more. Known for her sunny disposition, Samuel L. Jackson dubbed her an MFing cheerleader, a title she wears proudly alongside World’s Greatest Hugger. Nicknamed a People Collector for her uncanny way of convincing folks to board her plane of do-gooding shenanigans, TeeJ embodies uncontainable energy and a relentless drive to be a catalyst for miracles. She is also the award-winning author of five books, an international speaker, and a philanthropist honored for her work with HBCU students. A proud Howard University alum, she founded Move-In Day Mafia, a nonprofit that provides decked-out dorm rooms and ongoing support for HBCU students who’ve aged out of foster care. Her calling? To be Somebody’s Answered Prayer, whether on a stage, on a set, or showing up for her scholars. 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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