TED Talks Daniel Goldstein: Present Self vs Future Self
Jul 08, 2015
TED Talks
Daniel Goldstein:
Present Self vs Future Self
Speech Summary
Future vs Present Self
SelvesFuture –
Long Term Goals
Present –
Immediate Gratification
Present vs Future =
UNEQUAL Fight
Cool-Head
Decisions
to bind a
Hot-Head
Commitment
Devices
Commitment Devices hint no Self-Control
Self Disciple fights Temptation
Tools (Computers) =
Self seesFuture
Future more Real = Fight Balanced
Examining the
Speech’s Parts
Introduction: EngagedAudience
with childhood experience
Simplified topics by relating to every
day activities.
Make Complex Plain:
Dynamism: 4 out of 5
Engage audience more with
visuals and humor
Learned: Relatable & life examples are useful for
engaging audience
Similar to Examples through use of relatable
examples and use of personal experiences in
presentation.
Lacks the frequent humor and audience
engagement.
Tips for class:
Connect with audience
– Put Self and Life into
Presentations
Slideshow Presentation by: Jesse
Whitney
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