Victory from Tragedy: Creating Joy from Pain | Alex Weber | TEDxSunValley

Описание: Alex Weber has discovered a connection leading from traumatic events to incredible achievements. This talk may help us learn how to apply that knowledge to create positive impact from difficult times in our everyday lives. Alex Weber is a Motivational Comedian, World Record Holder, American Ninja Warrior, US Lacrosse Coach of the Year, and Award-Winning Host for NBC, FX, etc.
As a social experiment, Alex and his best friend video chatted 24 hours a day for 14 days straight to set a first-ever World Record. The live stream was broadcast to anyone in the world at all times. Continuing in new social experiments, Alex went around the country giving out Free Compliments to complete strangers as a positive exploration of connecting with people.
With American Ninja Warrior, Alex was challenged to tackle many of the toughest obstacles in the series. Alex evolved from barely being able to begin obstacles to ultimately completing acrobatic aerials on the Vegas National Finals.
Upon coming to Los Angeles, Alex coached Harvard Westlake HS. The team had never won a playoff game and in Alex’s first year, the team won the LA Championship, garnering Alex US Lacrosse Coach of the Year. 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