The Power of Trying New Things | Hazel Beaver | TEDxKids@ElCajon

Personal Growth & Development - Trying new things builds confidence by changing brain structure and reducing fear reactions [3] - New experiences promote flexible thinking, enabling choices with less fear [3] - Engaging in new activities releases dopamine, improving mental health and fostering perseverance [3] - Perseverance, the ability to push through problems, is enhanced by trying new things [4] Opportunity & Potential - Taking the chance to try something new can lead to amazing opportunities [5] - Overcoming fear and persevering can result in unexpected achievements, such as speaking on a TED stage [2][5]