"If you have voices in your mind that say you cannot paint, by all means paint and that voice will be silenced." That brought me to tears.

If you're reading this, Smile because you owe yourself that much love ! 🤷🏽‍♀️😊

This video moved me to tears. Why am I so down on myself? Why are we our worst critics? Why do we care what others think or say? Especially when it comes to our passion and dreams. Thank you for sharing this video with the world. I send my love, respect, and joy to you all! 1♡

I pump so much positivity into my mind every day through listening to motivational videos that there is no time let for negativity. The words we hear, especially the ones we hear repeatedly, whether from others, or ourselves, can absolutely make or break us in life.

who else is on a "TED X" marathon?

14mins. + Vincent Van Gogh said: " If you have voices in your mind that say that you cannot paint, by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced. "

What an amazing talk. Just want to share the great takeaways I got from this: -Our mind is like an instrument. It has its thoughts and can be tuned. -Shift negative voice and stories to positive ones. -A lot of people won't believe in your dreams even maybe close family and friends - "Wow, that's a great idea but here's a long list of why that won't work." Three questions to ask: 1) Is it the truth? 2) Is it necessary? 3) Does is improve upon the silence? -Subconscious and unconscious mind don't know the difference between negative or positive energy. -Question the stories in your mind. -Live your dream!! -Just acknowledge the thoughts that appear like clouds in the sky.

Hard to be positive when you're surrounded by toxic people and can't leave because you have nowhere to go.

That music is so soothing.

The number of pauses he took in his entire presentation were not unintentional. He did it deliberately which made his whole speech calm, composed, and collected. Easy to digest and easy to understand. Smooth like I am floating and water is slowly gliding over me.

Problem with me is that I know that those thoughts are not true, necessary etc. But they still come back 2-3 seconds later.

Shift the negative self-talk and stories into positive ones (8:04) question yourself 3 main questions: 1. Is it the truth? Is whatever I'm sharing with someone or what you are hearing from someone thats giving you feedback about your life; true? 2. Is it necessary? Is what I'm saying to myself in my head, is necessary in the exact moment in what I'm doing with my life right then 3. Does it improve upon the silence?

The problem with me is i come straight to the comments

One of my students told me that when he discussed his anxieties with someone close to him, like his wife or a close friend, then he found that the moment he started opening up to them, the anxiety decreased-even before he received any advice or support. Togetherness definitely decreases anxiety. There is a saying in the wisdom of Kabbalah that “a sorrow shared is a sorrow halved,” i.e. when we share a sensation, we divide it up, and in turn it becomes more manageable. Since it is quite easy to see how sharing our experiences lessens our negative feelings, the question is why do we not use this ability more? Why is it so hard for us to share our fears and anxieties with others? We are indeed afraid of opening our hearts, letting everyone see that we have certain fears and anxieties. That is, in addition to whatever fears and anxieties we hold within, we usually have additional anxieties about sharing them with others, that it might cause others to perceive us as weak. Since society in general values stronger, smarter, wealthier and fitter individuals, opening up our anxieties to such a society makes us vulnerable to exploitation. We thus need to seek a social environment that would not exploit us for opening up, but would rather give us a sense of faith and confidence that it can help us cope with any negative feelings. A social setting that can guarantee faith and confidence in its members is one that actively draws itself to the upper good and benevolent force-the force of love, bestowal and connection. It is this very same force that awakens negative feelings in us, whether they be fears, anxieties or several other painful sensations, in order for us to draw closer to that force, and we do so by drawing closer to each other. If we wish to connect with the upper force and let its perfect quality of love, bestowal and connection fill our lives with a sensation of faith and confidence, then we need to emulate such a quality toward other people-giving them a sense of faith and confidence, and for them to do the same toward us. By wanting to positively connect with others, we then start awakening the positive force dwelling in nature into the connections we create, and we then feel a new sense of faith and confidence wash away any anxieties that we might be holding within.

3 questions to ask yourself about your inner dialogue or what others say about you/your dreams: 1. is it true? 2. is it necessary to think this in this exact moment? 3. does it improve the silence? you don't have to believe other people because they have different experiences, beliefs, values, ideas, etc.

We all need to talk to ourselves with as much love, support and encouragement as we do to our loved ones. Do this and you will be happier, achieve more success and be a much more effective person

My daughter's name is Abria 🥰15 years ago, I thought I created that name just for her. I even gave it my own meaning, 'Sunshine'! She grew up curious about her name and only found a corporation with the same name. She will be pleased to know someone else shares her name!

i loved what he said about the fact that you dont have to believe any. you can agree with that person at the moment, but in your mind you can be aware and stop that thought! if u can controle yourself and put away those voices your become your own hero!

Complaining is the #1 addiction in the world. It destroys everything. 99% of it is unconscious, which keeps it going ad infinitum until you make them conscious by paying attention to them. Like magic they disappear until you have freed yourself from your own mental prison that you learned from all the complaint addicts before you. All it takes is a commitment to focus for true freedom! Nothing better. 👊👌🙏👍

Go ahead and skip to 8:04

This is the first ted talk that has ever made an impact on me. Thank you Abria Joseph. I'm grateful

I have been searching my whole life how to stop the negative talk. This really helps

I really enjoyed his parallel with an instrument and our inner voices…

Think about nice things every single day, have something to learn, eliminate negative self talk in your mind. This speech actually impact me, i will change

This is EXACTLY what I was supposed to hear at this time.

Great talk. It's so important to realise that your negative thoughts are not real most of the time and often just projecting into the future. If you want to quit these thoughts you have to first identify them. Pay attention to your thinking, to your mind for a few days and write down all of your negative thought patterns. Now you know what to pay attention to and if the negative thoughts kick you can stop them. And then replace them with positive thoughts. For example if you think "I will fail anyway" stop that and replace it with "it will be a total success". Also start focusing on positive things and on the positive in everything instead of negative things. The key as in everything is long term consistency. Don't expect to change your whole thinking in one week. It will take a while but pay attention to your mind on a daily basis and eventually your thinking will shift and you will start to attract more positivity into your life.

I was instantly drawn to the music and told myself - just listen, don't think. It's as if the music made me become more aware of my thoughts and invited me into meditation. Kind of spooky to continue listening to the talk and learn he had that same experience, is a yoga/meditation teacher and is from where I grew up. So glad to have stumbled upon this talk!

What an AMAZING talk. I struggle w/depression & this talk is so pertinent to where I am. That instrument is Fabulous!! Thanks so much for sharing

Do what you gotta do, add ingredients and slow cook like grandmas stew, question the voices make good choices. Find passion and live it. Mo Betta

Many people discuss this topic. But I truly appreciate the fact that you utilized the hand pan to illustrate the way our minds can be guided to focus on something that is neither bad nor good but possibly exciting and interesting and captivating.

I didn't know you could play a spaceship as a musical instrument. That is amazing. OKAY joking..but wow that's really nice

I had the very same experience when I first heard the hung drum back in 2010. I was wondering through a very large market when I heard a sound that was so familiar but i didn't know what it was. I was drawn as if on a fishing line weaving in and out of the crowds. I rounded a corner and there sat a man playing this amazing instrument. As I got closer to him everyone else peeled away and I was left transfixed and alone with him in the space of the music. He stopped playing and looked up at me when without thought or conscious mind, the words " That isn't from this planet" shot out of my mouth. Without a blink of the eye or hesitation he replied " That's right, have you heard of Pleiades ?" I stood there shocked at what I'd said but had a deep knowing, it felt very true. I knew within, that I had felt those sounds before ❤

Live your best life doing what you love ; be passionate in everything and silence anyone voice who tries to change it ; keep the positivity 🔥👌🏽

WHEN I WOKE UP THIS MORNING I THOUGHT TO MY MIND.."MIND I WANT YOU TO SERVD ME LOVE...SERVE ME FAITH..SERVE ME A GREAT DAY...AND WALA-NO DARK THOUGHTS "-🙂

That was beautiful. I love that sound. He's so soothing.

Soothing steel drum 💛🙌🏽

Manifesting everything good after i watch this video. Thanks for this talk.

Beautiful music, beautiful mind! I was lifted to a higher place. Thank you.

wow the musical instrument is so soothing! music can really heal people!

What I have found helps to change negative thoughts is movement, start to walk with your body and shift the energy in your body creating these thoughts, change your posture, move more gently with your body, you will surprised what a difference this makes.

I'm inspired by how Abria seems like a very grounded person, and I found his talk about removing negative self talk inspiring! Thanks for sharing :)

Beautiful. Beautiful sound of the instrument and you kindness. Thank you for being me peace today.

Wow I haven’t related to anything more than this as of late. I feel this guy is really trying to share his experiences to help others with zero malevolence. I just jotted his name down because I know this is what I should be teaching myself. Thank you sir 🙏💪

"Does it improve upon the silence?" Gonna need to hold onto that one...

Best ted talk ive seen so far! with not just empty, 'go-get it! words, but with clear and concise guide, with sound even...beautiful one

very motivational & Powerful. ..

His approach is essentially the Work of Byron Katie, The Four agreements of Manuel Ruiz, and others. He has has a very clear and well paced explanation of what affects our experiences, our living.

I just love how to sound that instrument.

This sound played on this instrument is so soothing. It is so important to remove the negative self talk that keeps on going in our heads. Very nice!

Him playing that instrument actually brought joy to me and happiness. Just something about the noise that’s beautiful and improves my mood

👍 Beautiful talk. Beautiful person. Thank you. 💞

I could relate to what he said and was already about to give the video a thumbs up, later he called Sai Baba his Guru, n thn ended with a namaste n now I cannot resist commenting! Love from India.

Watching from Mozambique, Africa... my son James and I are watching this video enjoyably. The musical instrument is wonderful and the speaker is brilliant. We need to stay optimistic.

Soooooo soooooothing....I could listen to that allllllll day!!!! Love it!!

Wonderful words of wisdom from a young sage. More please.

I love the Vincent van Gogh reference and the suggestion of self connection. Great video!

Incredible and powerful questions- thank you for this life changing presentation! I felt the same way when I first heard the hung being played on Saltspring Island- but sadly did not pursue it, and today is the first reminder that I have had of the otherworldly feelings it generates for me- thank you so much for that!❤️🙏

I judged myself about those negative thoughts and always tried to give an explanation for them like this all my happiness gone and I went into depression

Abria!!! I just discovered this! I didn’t you know did this amazing talk. LOVED IT!!! 💕🙏

Dear Abria Joseph, Thank you for this talk and your hang playing. Beautiful sound, beautiful mind. Now both made my mind silent, pure joy.

Wow one of the best ted talks I’ve listened to. Namaste!

That instrument is life changing

this was awsome...made me feel very good when i was feeling low...🙏

Very-Powerful..I came across this video and it inspired me to question all the negative thoughts that scrambles my head from time to time. #peace #blessedup

Thank you, I needed to get out of my own head today. Words of wisdom, my friend!

My favuorite ted talk so far. I watch this often. Thank you

His voice and accent OMG! I like the way he talk

Love it!! From beginning to end 🙌

This is one of the best I can ever said really is awesome compared to many TED talks i had viewed and seen

first time ever seeing this instrument. Very lovely sound!

Amazing speech and music!!!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

This is amazing! WOW! ♥️♥️♥️so grateful I made it to this video..🙌🏽

Sound changes the geometric patterns in the energy around you. Happy New Year😻🥳!

Excellent, deeply simple.The three questions are so helpful

What an amazing soul.

The tone of his voice is charming 😍

Thoughts are only energy entering our body, the more we make movements that attract these thoughts, the more we will believe we are them. Start to move in a different way with presence, and it will make a difference.

Actually ,it was so peaceful and relaxing.

Very profound speech...I thoroughly enjoyed it!!!

Wow. That was an incredibly catchy & funky piece!!! That's a club beat that invokes an incredibly spiritual feeling. Dude!

I look forward to hearing this when I can feel

Hes voice is so soothing

One of the very first steps to take is to be aware of the moments when you have that negative self-talk. Notice when that happens and write it in a journal. And one way to try to start changing things is by surrounding yourself with positive and supportive people who can lift you up and help you feel good about yourself.

This is exactly what I needed to hear today.

Thanks so much.. Love the instrument..

Thank you Abria I been going thur this omg feeling better.

Your hair and talk is lovely! Felt Peace.

Josef sir I am from Nasik Maharashtra India near to Shirdi By watching &lisning to your video I notice that it is really really very much informative & useful. Lots of thanks for a useful wonderful & informative Tedx talk.

Namaste and lot of thanks for such a motivational video.

Is what negative emotion or thoughts we are thinking about true? NO! We must believe that we can achieve anything and reach our goals. I have faith in all of you

awesome talk and love the sounds this instrument creates

Amazing talk!Thank you

it's very similar in design also to a steel pan with its hollows and material just turned outward so it can be played with the hands while the steel pan useds playing sticks

Awesome talk. 👏👏👏 Helped me. Thank you.

Thanks for this beautiful ted talk episode. Important & essential!

Thank you! Respect!

I liked this one especially the instrument and its harmony.

yo, The Introduction was relaxing.

Once I start to believe you, that can shift the whole chemistry in my mind (bonded or connected)

Great talk, love the hang music !!!