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The first possible speaker we could think of fitting the theme Human Nature has, let’s say
naturally, not let us down. Barry Schwartz is the first speaker we can confirm for this year’s
TEDxAmsterdam. We are fulfilled with gratefulness and excitement over his decision to join us Social Networks
and speak about his latest ideas.
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Psychologist by origin, Barry has expanded his work into the field of economy and philosophy. Join our Facebook group
Well-known for his 2004 book The paradox of choice, he argues that Western societies might
have become too wealthy in a way, making us more miserable than profoundly happy as we TEDxAms on YouTube
have too much choices to make. His work currently involves reestablishing “practical wisdom” as
an antidote to a society gone mad with bureaucracy. He proclaims powerfully that relying on
rules is not very humane as they give us a false sense of safety and using incentives usually is Talks2010 are Online
counterproductive. Standing still for a moment and using our everyday wisdom will help reshape
our world. At TEDxAmsterdam 2011, Barry will elaborate on what it means to be human and Are you looking for the TEDxTalks from
why we believe we choose deliberately – while in fact, we do not. November 30th? They're online here!
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Barry Schwartz at TED2009, Session 12: Engage, Feb. 7, 2009, Long Beach, CA credit: TED /
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Barry has that typical combination of your favorite high school teacher: warm hearted and willing
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