What mindfulness and meditation can do for men | Dave James | TEDxTamworth
Anger is often seen as a negative emotion. Something to suppress, control, or fear. But what if we could get curious about it instead? In this talk, speaker and mindfulness advocate Dave James shares his deeply personal journey of living with, understanding, and ultimately transforming his anger.After a life-changing moment in 2015, Dave began exploring mindfulness not as a ‘soft’ practice, but as a powerful tool for self-awareness and connection. What started as a way to manage his own emotions led to the creating of a community - one that helps men find support, presence, and transformation in an unexpected place.Dave James is a speaker coach, professional speaker, and event host who helps individuals and organisations communicate with authenticity, impact, and confidence. With a background in healthcare as both a A&E nurse and a podiatrist, Dave brings a uniquely practical perspective to his work, blending humanity, warmth, and valuable insights gained from years of frontline experience. His personal experiences with anger led him to explore mindfulness, a practice that was a huge part of his own transformation, and which now informs both his personal life and professional approach.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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