We’re always asked to be faster and more precise. But what can we learn from slowing down — even procrastinating? This hour, TED speakers explore why taking it slow is crucial…for all of us.
1. Thomas Hellum: Why Would Millions Tune Into ‘Slow TV’?
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2. Adam Grant: Can Slowing Down Help You Be More Creative?
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3. Tim Urban: What Happens In The Brain Of An Extreme Procrastinator?
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4. Andy Puddicombe: When Was The Last Time You Did Absolutely Nothing?
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5. Lakshmi Pratury: What Can We Gain By Writing A Letter By Hand?
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6. Gabriel Barcia-Colombo: Can Slow-Moving Art Disrupt Our Hectic Routines?
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