Leslie Coutterand

Description:

• Drawing from her personal journey, Leslie invites us to question our habits and behaviors and understand their impact on our well-being and society.

• In this engaging talk, we will embark on an insightful journey, exploring the micro and macro impact of social and cultural conditioning on both individual and collective levels.

• We'll also delve into cognitive biases, uncovering how these psychological mechanisms influence our thoughts and beliefs without us even realizing it.

• Additionally, we'll shed light on the significant role of media and social networks in shaping our relationships, choices, and aspirations.

• Beyond these external influences, we'll explore the realm of our emotions and the unmet needs that often drive us to seek approval and conform to social norms.

• The intrinsic longing to belong and fit in can prompt us to adopt certain behaviors or adhere to societal expectations, sometimes neglecting our true selves and the well-being of our shared environment.

• Amidst the climate crisis, economic uncertainty, and uncertain future, it is crucial to ask whether our notions of success and happiness lead us in the right direction or contribute to our harm.

• Through this thought-provoking talk, we'll reconnect with our core values and receive practical tools to instigate personal, social, and environmental changes.

• Embrace your authentic self and join us in paving the way for a brighter and more fulfilling, cooperative and sustainable future."