The Power of Zero Tolerance | Isabelle Mercier | TEDxStanleyPark

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Published 2016-06-14
95% of North Americans either go to bed or wake up worrying about something. Yet, worrying is the #1 killer of creativity, performance and dreams. When revolutionary brand strategist Isabelle Mercier-Turcotte discovered “What we tolerate we worry about,” she realized a little structure brings a lot of inner flexibility and freedom. The result is her simple yet powerful model to help you instantly decrease worry and increase peace of mind.

Isabelle Mercier - [email protected] - is a ‘no-nonsense’ dynamo born to catapult passionate entrepreneurs to build infectious and impactful brands, businesses and lives.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx
All Comments (21)
  • @pathfinder.george
    "Worry is the interest you pay in advance for a debt you may never owe."
  • @carieyoung1111
    "If you never say NO to what you don't want - you will never have the energy to say YES to what you DO want..." very good
  • @st3phanixoxo
    My name is Stephanie and I was also the bully at my school. I am so sorry to anyone who felt my wrath. I was isolated within my own family due to my mother's rejection of who I was. My sadness & loneliness manifested into anger & ruthlessness. I hope that anyone I hurt has healed and went on to meet life with nothing but acceptance and success.
  • @galaxybatter8317
    This talk really pushed me forward to try and break away from a toxic friend that's been causing me worry for years. So thank you, because I really needed this inspiration.
  • @kaushi7489
    The way she delivers her message is incredible with her level of energy and enthusiasm....I loved it.
  • @VictorAndradaMusic
    Advice from a man turning 102 years old: "What is the secret to a long life such as yours?" " 2 things:" "1. Love what you do." "2. Don't worry. It never healed anyone and it will make your body sick."
  • @marionmetathink3234
    TED Talks are totally giving me the education I didn't have as a child ! I'm so glad I can speak and understand English as a Frenchy ahah !
  • @crazychic7771
    im worrying because im watching this instead of doing a research paper...
  • @marif2993
    40% never happens 30% already happened 12% health worries 10% petty things 8% actual true worries
  • @jhenabee5690
    Dont be afraid to speak your truth -what you tolerate you worry about
  • @christinafernandez106
    Watching inspirational tedtalks make me happy and bring me back to what I really feel is important when I feel lost
  • @tianahill4528
    They say third times a charm, I have pass my step 1 finally🎉🎉 for all my repeat test takers don't give up and don't be discouraged.
  • @iluvubb247
    I love her charisma and edge and the ability to present herself so interestingly charming than most ted talkers. Taking notes 📝
  • @claireoconnor169
    I really enjoyed this TED talk - I thought it was smart, funny, insightful and honest. The part that stuck with me the most was: "If you can't say no to what you DON'T want, you'll never have the time or the energy for what you DO want." Awesome! Great talk :)
  • @gurdeepparhar5963
    Isabelle....your speaking style and humour make it seem that you were meant to "live" on such a stage! Well done.
  • @Jennifer-gr7hn
    Not avoiding, is exhausting as well! I was bullied ....from my first school, my family (no family protected me)...to school (no teacher defended me), work (no manager supported me). My patients loved me, my family members loved me...but I never had any defense. Up tp two years ago, bullied by the healthcare system that left me to die. I survived, and then still got no help. I never EVER enabled a bully. Don't think I am boasting and all proud, because while I can thank God for the strength and fortitude, I wasn't unscathed - a lot of abuse FOR not going along with the bullies. Excellent though, agree about the "smart" deVICEs which I believe was one of THE worst inventions. SocialistDistancing 101. Very,very good. Thank you :)
  • @Jules-dn9jl
    Wow. That is quite an interesting insight. "What we tolerate we worry about". Means we aren't taking action. I suddenly see worry as a friend, just getting my attention to do something about what I'm tolerating. Like a light on the car dashboard indicating I need to make an adjustment. Cool. That is quite a paradigm shift.