<ul><li>Recognize the signs of an exhausted brain, such as feeling depleted and losing access to executive functions.</li><li>Take the time to understand what matters most to others in specific situations by asking them directly.</li><li>Create connection and trust by finding ways to connect on what matters most to others.</li><li>Help people see possibilities and potential by highlighting opportunities and sparking motivation.</li></ul>

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<ul><li>Our brains consume a significant amount of energy, and when we're engaged but exhausted, we lose access to executive functions.</li><li>Understanding what matters most to others in different situations allows us to connect and create meaningful relationships.</li><li>Connection releases oxytocin, which fosters trust and bonding.</li><li>Helping others see possibilities triggers the release of dopamine, promoting motivation and creativity.</li></ul>

Key Takeaways

<ul><li>Gain awareness of the impact of exhaustion on the brain's functioning.</li><li>Learn to ask questions to uncover what matters most to others in various situations.</li><li>Develop strategies to create connection and build trust through understanding and support.</li><li>Discover techniques to help people see possibilities and tap into their motivation.</li></ul>

Learning Outcomes

<ul><li>The speaker shares a personal story about his two brothers fighting, which drew him into the space between them.</li><li>He talks about the impact of exhaustion on the brain and how it affects executive function.</li><li>A manager named Ziad tries to help an employee named Paula who is engaged but exhausted.</li><li>Ziad initially takes a parenting approach and tries to fix Paula's situation by taking things off her plate.</li></ul>

How to fix the exhausted brain | Brady Wilson | TEDxMississauga

What if you could energize your brain? Brady Wilson discusses the chemistry of connection and motivation. Brady Wilson is, undisputedly, the embodiment of focused energy. As co-founder of Juice Inc., Brady’s vision is to create a world where businesses pulsate with creative energy.  For 20 years, he has inspired countless companies including American Express, BMO, BMO Harris, Loblaw, PHH, The Co-operators, Yum! Brands Canada and some of the world’s largest Fortune 500 companies, to find the courage to: ​ consider the possibilities beyond traditional human resources strategies; unlock the latent physical, mental, emotional and spiritual energy within their organizations; and harness employees’ potential to get them to the point of “A.B.C.D.” (going Above and Beyond the Call of Duty). ​ Brady is the author of four books dedicated to improving employee performance and business results: Juice: The Power of Conversation, Love at Work, Finding the Sticking Point and his most recent book Beyond Engagement. 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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What if you could energize your brain? Brady Wilson discusses the chemistry of connection and motivation.  

Brady Wilson is, undisputedly, the embodiment of focused energy. As co-founder of Juice Inc., Brady’s vision is to create a world where businesses pulsate with creative energy.

For 20 years, he has inspired countless companies including American Express, BMO, BMO Harris, Loblaw, PHH, The Co-operators, Yum! Brands Canada and some of the world’s largest Fortune 500 companies, to find the courage to:
​
consider the possibilities beyond traditional human resources strategies;
unlock the latent physical, mental, emotional and spiritual energy within their organizations;
and harness employees’ potential to get them to the point of “A.B.C.D.” (going Above and Beyond the Call of Duty).
​
Brady is the author of four books dedicated to improving employee performance and business results: Juice: The Power of Conversation, Love at Work, Finding the Sticking Point and his most recent book Beyond Engagement.

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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