CELEBRATE WHAT’S RIGHT WITH THE WORLD! | Dewitt Jones | TEDxSouthLakeTahoe
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- Опубликовано: 2 янв 2018
- Are you discouraged by what's happening in the world today? THEN WATCH THIS! In minutes, you'll rediscover the wonders and possibilities that surround us everyday just waiting to be noticed and celebrated. Find out for yourself why former National Geographic photographer Dewitt Jones is considered by thousands to be one of the most inspiring speakers on the planet. Dewitt Jones is one of America’s top professional photographers. 20 years with National Geographic, 10 years creating national advertising campaigns, 2 documentary films nominated for Academy Awards. 20 years speaking to audiences around the world on vision, possibility and celebration. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx
I joined Dewitt's movement to spread his vision of Celebration over 5 years ago. One thing that I have learned is that Dewitt speaks from his heart and truly lives what he "preaches". You cannot be in his presence without absorbing his positive energy and vowing to look at your perspective of life, changing the way you view everything - maximizing the positive while minimizing the negative. Since I met him, I have been on a life-enhancing journey while embracing the world of Celebration. Can you just image what the world would be like if everyone truly lived their lives this way? Many thanks, Dewitt, for this amazing talk - an affirmation of how to live life to the fullest!
What an inspiring talk. Thank you Dewitt!….”Embrace the lens of celebration”. A lot of perspectives for me will change. Let us all celebrate what is right with the world. Those pictures were amazing
I never comment on videos, but this one deserves such celebration. I agree with so many here - the best and most inspiring talk I've seen, at least in my opinion. There is so much wisdom and complexity here in such a simple message. Potent, pertinent, and powerful! I happened to have the honor of being in the front row at Dewitt's talk since I live in Lake Tahoe too, and was moved to tears. Alongside the beauty of his message I feel is so relevant for these shifting times, I'd never heard someone express so eloquently, my own way and perspective of life that like him, often has been very pollyanna to many. Thank you Dewitt for sharing this with the world through the lens of your heart. For bringing this message through with ease and grace that anyone can understand and that even if not embraced, will plant seeds for that divine alignment.
Thank you, Tania.
This is the best TEDx talk I have seen. It feels a little like church only much better - a simple powerful message that is useful every minute of every day. The story at the end overwhelms. We are all indebted to you, Dewitt. Thank you.
You are most welcome, Bob!
Thank you, Mr. Jones! This is so close to my own world view that I feel that Dewitt Jones is articulating my thoughts and feelings absolutely perfectly. He is so correct in saying that the world is so very beautiful and full of magnificent experiences and we ought to celebrate that. Yes, I know, humanity is not perfect but the world and Nature surely is. Embrace that and enjoy it. That's what makes it so worthwhile.
Ha! - I was thinking it was the best sermon I’ve ever heard!
I truly agree with you.
Robert Fugate me too.
It's not really that difficult ..... to chose to focus on what's right with the situation you're in or the world around you at the moment.... it's all about choice.... and Dewitt has an amazing ability to get this across with his wonderfully quiet enthusiasm ( can enthusiasm really be "quiet"? ) and his brilliant photography.... and what's more, he lives it every day. I met him last month and was totally captivated ..... listen to this talk....it could be something you have been wanting to hear in your life 🌟
You are very kind, Nina.
Embracing this beauty, celebrating what is right with the world, is a path to love. Thank you.
"Change your lens. Change your life." Indeed. Indeed. SO much to celebrate. SO much to be grateful for. Thank you Dewitt for an uplifting, inspired and beautifully illustrated talk. That 'puff ball' shot was the one!!
Cassandra, when my granddaughter was a wee one, she called them, "Bubbles!"
This TEDx Talk is evergreen, I am watching in the mist of world having a pandemic in 2020. Thanks Dewitt Jones, putting on a different lens will change the way I look at things and feel hope in the future.
I'm going to watch this again and again - his message is such a power reminder of what is possible when we reframe our experience!
This man is a rare Gem, we Need more people like him. Thanks Dewitt Jones, this was very much appreciated.
Brilliant! Dewitt is a master storyteller and delivers an important message in this tremendous TEDx talk. The world NEEDS this message now more than ever. Thank you Dewitt.
I must start buying National Geographic Magazines, Thank You Dewitt Jones, may we all try spending more time celebrating what's right in the world and stop lingering on the negative, truly a message that should be heard by all. And your photos are Beautiful. God Bless and Keep You.
This message brings us back to the passion you had when you where a child. The curiosity to see what is possible. As we grow old we get conditioned to the expectations of our world. We care to much of what others expect from us/ might think of us and thus start looking at whats wrong instead of whats right with the world. Instead of expanding our world we close down and become narrow minded. So as Dewitt Jones did we need to pay attention to the young people to discover again there is yet so much more to explore and yet again broaden our horizon. Then we will see so much more sunsets because with age wisdom develops and new perspectives unfold to us new insights disclose. With that we can help others on there journey of life.
Should be mandatory viewing for everyone on this planet. Wonderful.
A beautiful vision shared
More confirmation that the universe, the world, your heart, your lens, brings you to exactly what you need to see when you need to see it. Beautiful truth. Thank you so much. ☺️
I agree with all the comments here from viewers who feel Dewitt's eloquent, original, authentic presentation is the most INSPIRING TEDx talk ... ever. I hope people take action on what they saw and choose to show this video at staff meetings to facilitate a discussion that focuses on what's right with their organization instead of what's wrong. I hope people choose to watch this video with a friend or with their family and they choose to turn that into a daily ritual where they discuss what they experienced that day that made them grateful to be alive. Choosing to celebrate what's right with the world is the single best thing we can do to improve our quality of life, and it's something every single one of us can do. Thank you Dewitt for your timely, timeless message.
Amen Sam. We live in a world where it is all too easy to focus on all the negative don't we? Heck, I am human and slip often myself, however, Dewitt as inspired me to do better. To find, and then, celebrate all that is right. Thank you for your thoughtful comment.
Dewitt Jones...you are my new hero! Thank you for allowing me to share your world view with others. I feel this way and have for many years. I am often accused of always looking through "rose colored glasses"...and I must now agree with my accusers. I am, I do, and I will continue. You so eloquently demonstrated why! Thank you.
Thank you, Dewitt for confirming that it's not only OK to focus on the beauty in the world, but necessary! Your talk is an inspiration!
Let's all keep finding the beauty!
The last part of the clip of the water camera was powerful thanks for sharing such positive info about the light and not the dark. I applaud you for making this clip everybody should listen to it and change their perspective of life.
So inspiring!
Change the lens, your perspective will change.
A lens of Celebration!
Awesome!!!
Ahhhh man so inspirational "change your lens, change your life" Amen!
This is the longest I have been smiling from ear to ear as far as I can remember! I might not be great with a camera but I will fill my eyes with "juice" so I will keep looking for what's beautiful in this world and celebrating it. Thank you very much Dewitt!
You are more than welcome, Pavan.
@@dewittjones You da man Dewitt Jones
We are watching this for school and I really enjoyed the talk and the positive message
My heart is exploding with happiness - I swear this actually feels like a religious experience. I may just watch this every single morning for the rest of my life! Thank you, sir, this is so joyful and uplifting, I have been brought to tears. Beautiful, happy, grateful tears.
So glad you connected with my talk. We need more "celebrators" and I know you are one of them!
Now the trick is to remember to remember, keeping that touchstone without forgetting that it exists :)
Oh my, yes!! This man echoes my thoughts - and what people have said to me - so well. I chuckled at the "pollyanna" moment ... as I cannot tell you how many times I've been called that. But what he says is right ... it's not a denial of the difficulties and pain of the world, but it is simply in choosing what lens through which to see it. Challenges = opportunities, and to have a life here on this incredible planet, spinning in this amazing universe, is such a gift. Truly one of the best, if not THE best TEDx talk ever. Kudos, and thank you, Mr. Jones.
This is so inspiring - and so true. When we go out with our camera's the world is a place of endless possibilities. Thank you!
What a blessed and happy message in this time of corona!
It was over 10 years ago when I was first exposed to Dewitt Jone's "Celebrate What's Right with the World". His words and images continue to have a powerful impact on me and his message is one I remind myself of whenever I catch myself focusing of what isn't right in the world. Thanks Dewitt.
Simply put.....just a beautiful Inspiration Dewitt. I am saving this so I can watch in my later years with my Grandchildren. More people like you and we can make this planet a Heaven.....a world with no wars no crime but just filled with love and beauty. Look forward to seeing more talks from you. Thank you. Rgds Pradip Kotecha from South Wales UK.
So positive in his vision of a better world than most of us are able to see
I was listening with a smile all the time. So that is what I feel when I'm taking photographs! Thank you for this positive and inspiring talk! I really needed it.
In tears to listen to Dewitt speak so eloquently what is in my heart!!!
I heard you speak in 2015 at the beach body conference in Nashville- you’re message has lived with me ever since. So glad it is here to re-experience ❤️
THANK YOU! You know that you and this message rocks in my book. Celebrating what's right with the world through this lens is the lens I choose to live by.
I love it! I watched 5 times in a line, enjoying each minute of it. Not only the magnificent photographs but also the content...thank you so much dear TUT for sharing it. Really powerful! You are great Dewitt!
I saw Dewitt in Boca Raton, Florida about 20 years ago (he delivered the keynote address at a Nielsen conference). That evening, he, and of course Adam, changed my life. Thank you again.
The power of living with your ideal vision statement ❤️❤️
Thank you so much Dewitt 🙏
I was privileged to have been influenced by the National Geographic which was delivered to our house from the age of 6- on the southern tip of Africa! I remember waiting for the postman every month and couldn’t wait to open that brown envelope to see what was in the latest edition.
I can fully identify with your philosophy and view of the world and what is right with it🙏
From my first love of my mother ( who ordered the magazine in the first place), my darling wife, my magnificent sons, the sun rises and sun sets, the stars...the passion for life...all made clearer by the way l was “educated “ by what l saw and witnessed in the National Geographic.
We as a family have been fortunate to have travelled the world and l would claim that the magazine is what ignited my imagination!
We have seen the unique sights of the African bush, the beauty of the Seychelles and the grandeur of Yosemite - and many other great scenes on this beautiful planet, and we get what is right with the world. All you have to do is open your eyes and have the right attitude!
Thank you so much for sharing and reminding us 😊
Kindest regards
James Pullen and family
Cape Town
Glad you see the world as I do, James!
Thank you Dewitt! Your energy is uplifting and light! Your photographs are beautiful! This talk was awesome, thank you!
An excellent how-to for finding your daily BLISS!!!!
Wow....talk about timing....just getting home from work...grumbling to myself about nothing important lol and actually realizing I am grumbling and thinking...'I need to change my focus' (yes I really said this lol) and what do you know...I found this video. Thanks Dewitt...what a joy your job must be - nature has always been my 'church' :) Yet now I will spread my focus to seeing even more good in other areas as well.
So glad you enjoyed it, Katy. Keep on Celebrating!
What beautiful pictures!! The world has so much to offer.
Mr DeWitt is most inspiring.
So perfect, so true and so wonderful - loved it Dewitt. A message to hold in our hearts, minds and imagination every day. Mahalo Nui Loa!!
That means a lot, Ed.
Thank you,, Dewitt, for sharing such an important perspective that so many in this world can benefit from. Your words and message are so very inspirational. I hope people everywhere watch this - it will make our planet a better place.
I KNOW we can make the planet a better place!
Thank you Mr. Jones.....for sharing this much needed message with all of us...... I am sharing it far and wide. I feel validated in that I have tried to be optimistic in all situations much to the consternation of people I encounter..... but now i know it works.... for sure and its my reason to celebrate.
Enjoyed every word and every frame of this talk!!
This message is amazing! "There is far more right with the world, than there is wrong."
What a powerful TEDx talk. Thank you so much, Dewitt.
Maravillosamente inspirador... Siempre pensé que ser fotógrafo de Nat geo era magnífico... Pero lo que ha hecho de Ted como persona es inspirador y tan cierto..
Gracias Ted..
definitely my favorite TED TALK.
You made me shed a tear. Thank you sir 🙏🏽
wow , this video changes my way of looking things around, i always wounder why we cant enjoy the things happening around us now i got more then 1 answers for my question, really we need to focus how to spread love around us instead focusing on how to cheat and dominate others, and its a good motivation talk for passionate photographers who wish to take good & great snaps
Thank you, Mahesh!
Thank you so much !!!! When I first became interested in photography, you were the first photographer i followed and I continue to learn from you. I grew up loving National Geographic, too. I’m reading Wrinkle in Time again in anticipation of seeing the movie. It’s been at least 40 years since I first read the books. I’m struck by the beauty in her writing and the truth that light outshines darkness. I’m a psychologist. Most of my waking hours are spent listening to and sitting with people in their pain. Your daily emails celebrating what’s right in the world help me remember the world contains more than painful experiences. I did a photography challenge daily for three years, mostly just around my yard and neighborhood, looking for what’s delightful to photograph and share. I discovered much beauty that I had never noticed before. The way the sunrise turns bare trees bright orange for a few seconds. Thank you again. I can’t begin to tell you how much I needed this TEDx talk today. Blessings to you sir!
Just what I needed to remind me of the beauty, power and magic of nature (and especially to deter me from entering the darkened doorway of cabin fever). Thank you Dewitt Jones, TEDx and Mike Dooley for sharing this in today's Note from the Universe!
Such a wonderful speaking and an inspiring story. Incredible photos!! Thank you Dewitt for sharing this.
Loved this so much! A perfect reminder of the freedom available in every moment.
You are the best, thank you for this amazing talk, you changed my perspective towards the world........................ Thank you, loving thoughts
I hear him say that what it takes to make a good photo is not a particular lens or particular camera or following rules of composition, it is being passionate and enthusiastic about what you are seeing. What an exciting idea.
I shared this on Facebook. My business is called Through A Different Lens, and I have been trying to express how this photographic metaphor can be life changing. But now, when I am facing a challenge that sometimes looks too big, Dewitt Jones has inspired me and taught me how to "find the juice." Thank you so much!
So many take aways from this amazing video. Thank you for sharing .... I had the opportunity to see this several times before and find new things to take notes on each time. My favorite this time around .... reframe obstacles into opportunity. Thank you Mr. Jones .... very well said sir, very well said.
WOW! Almost feel as though I should be taking Notes so that I'll revisit this often!
My exact thoughts! Cuz now the challenge is to remember to remember, keeping that touchstone without forgetting that it exists. I saw this 2 years ago and started forgetting. I took notes this time XD
By far the best TED I've watched, in a time when it's so needed. Thank you - thank you so much for putting something out there that is positive. LOVED IT! I hope all of my friends, all over the world, watch this and enjoy it as much as I have. Wow, what a gift - thank you.
A soul invigorating, beautiful speech and a heart-warming and truly intelligent point of view. Thanks Dewitt for your presence on our beautiful planet and for spreading your warmth like the sun rays you capture.
There should be a ‘love’ button, it’s the best Ted talk ever and I will share everywhere
Thank you, Dewitt! A very powerful, positive and inspirational message!
Thank you, Carla.
LOVE this TEDx talk. So inspiring. Thank you.
Your welcome, Tina
This is beyond fabulous. It should be required to watch for every human being.
Thank you, Alethea!
@@dewittjones Thank you!
this is such a great and powerful speech! Thank you so much ❤ ❤ ❤
That was most amazing and long speech that amazed me...❤❤❤
Thank you for your words of wisdom. The power to lift and levitate, vibrating where we are meant to be, at home. Much love.
Thank you!!! Thank you for never giving up and keep changing perspective to see the beauty!
Straight from his heart celebrating "What is right with the world" with the "change of a lens". Thank you Dewitt Jones for your beautiful perspective and endearing wisdom.
You are more than welcome, Francesca!
This is so appropriate at this time, I appreciate this immensely.
Thank you for putting what’s in your heart into words for the world to feel. I’m not an easy cryer and half a tear popped out.
Love it, only the truth was spoken
Hi Dewitt. A mutual friend of ours sent me your way so I went right to this video. I've been lucky, I was naturally blessed with exactly what you're describing. I see the beauty of every day, of every sway of a palm tree branch, and I'm thankful for every breath. In fact, I almost lip synced right along with what you were saying. On some of it, I did it exactly and "it's exactly" what you describe. Finding the beauty and joy in life is actually so simple that it's difficult for most people. Because that same mechanism aka "lens", has created a translation from a cynical viewpoint. Let's hope that everybody, or even anybody else can get it. It would be great if that could become the new pandemic. Thank you!
You are welcome! Glad we have the same view!
Muchas Gracias, Mr. Jones! I, too, made the decision to "See Life Through New Lens for 2018," following a series of events that would cause shock and devastation in my "Pollyanna" heart! I refused to allow ANY of these things to destroy my New Year, and for those who CHOSE to put a "thumbs down" on this masterpiece, I encourage you to see life through the lens that Mr. Jones so eloquently describes here. Benediciones, Mike Dooley, for, once again, leading me to this MUY BONITA place!!!
Thanks a Ton DeWitt, 🙏🌈 This is what the World needs... God Bless 🙏
Incredible - simple, to the point, and what a view of life! I love 'just change the lens!' Something we all need to do when caught up in negativity (helped nudge me this morning!) Thank you!
Wow...love the message!!!
...I'm touched my friend. Blessed and touched with you in my life.
And you in mine.
Oh, my God! What a wonderful lesson you shared with us! Thanks from the deepest part of my heart!
Wonderfully inspiring. What a gift, thank you!
Thank you for this powerful and amazing speech Dewitt. It made my day and brought smile on my face!
This is a tremendous positive message on perspective and looking for what’s right in the world! Illustrated by beautiful photographs. I recommend you watch this on a large screen. I was privileged to see Dewitt give this about 20 years ago. I reflect on this often. Definitely a top five message I’ve seen in my lifetime!
Truly appreciate your kind words, Jeff.
The talk was amazing and an accessible, real perspective. Thank you for the reminder.
very inspirational. Thank you for this gem.
Dewitt Jones, photographer and philosopher, seeing and spreading the light in the world!
Thank you for sharing. Came to this by recommendation from a Facebook friend - well worth the effort.
You are at your best when you describe your vision. Thanks!
Thank YOU, Ilene
Thank You. What a wonder filled perspective to take with me today and on and on....
Totally amazing! Thank you for this simple and POWERFUL message reminding all of us to celebrate what's right with the world! And how this is a choice we can all make. It doesn't negate the turmoil and suffering, but choosing to celebrate creates more possibilities of celebration in the world! Thank you for your kindness, compassion to share this message with us!
I love everything about this video. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us ❤️
Dewitt- you are extraordinary! You have grown more beautiful with every passing year as you explore the next exquisite right answer and share it with a world sickened by media that insists on capturing what's wrong with life and making that the prevailing focus. Keep on celebrating with your special passion this deeper reality and helping folks see the essential joy and overwhelming goodness of life. Bravo and amen!
I love this talk. One of my favourite Ted talks so far. Thank you.
This is a spectacular TEDx talk! Loved every bit of it. Thank you!!!
What a wonderful talk. Thaaaaaannnnnnnk yoooooouuuuuu!
Thanks, Anne!
Thank you so much for this beautiful message Dewitt. Ever since I saw you speak at the USANA convention I have looked for more opportunities to hear your message and this is absolutely perfect.
What an amazing talk. Dewitt, you a gift to all of us. Thank you my friend.
Thank you Dewitt ! As a photographer I so appreciate the reminder of why I shoot. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
You are more than welcome, George