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Staplers & Volleyballs: Why Strength May Not Be What You Think | Dr. Victoria Grady | TEDxColumbiana
TEDx Talksยท 2025-10-21 15:47
Core Argument - The presentation introduces the concept of "leaned on objects" as tangible or symbolic supports people instinctively rely on during times of change [1][5][6] - It proposes "strength anchors" as actions to regain stability when old supports disappear, defining them as the means to establish new "leaned on objects" [9] Strength Anchors - Connection: Encouraging teams to identify small moments for positive social interaction, leveraging oxytocin release to reduce anxiety and build trust [10][11] - Opportunity: Offering meaningful opportunities during transitions, even small ones, to activate neural pathways that promote safety and calm stress responses [12][13] - Choice: Providing choices to teams facing change to restore a sense of influence and control, facilitating brain rewiring, adaptation, and faster recovery [13][14][15] Biological Basis - The presentation emphasizes that the need for "leaned on objects" and the use of "strength anchors" are rooted in human biology and hardwired for survival [7][16]