TEDx Speaker, Candra Canning, Offers New Perspective on the Emotion of AWE

    SAN FRANCISCO, CA, May 25, 2017 /24-7PressRelease/ -- TEDxSalinas has just made available, the video playback from Candra Canning's talk, "Discover Backyard AWE", recorded on February 25, 2017 at the Steinbeck Institute of Art & Culture. The independently organized event, licensed by TED, featured other expert voices, under the theme of "Ideas for our Future".

"AWE is the emotion you feel when something stops you in your tracks and literally takes your breath away, creating a heart-thumping sensation that naturally resets your perspective," said TEDx speaker and Founder of Live Bright Now, Candra Canning. "When you are intentional and allow yourself to savor it, the emotion of AWE sparks innovation, communication and teamwork," stated Candra, who has been conducting leadership development and culture programs for executives and companies for decades. "Cultivating AWE in a company can strengthen the culture and re-engage teams. It is a powerful antidote to burn-out."

A recent client of Canning's, a senior level executive, who has successfully built several high value companies, experienced the power of AWE during a 3-day intensive session. His life at home and work was transformed so dramatically, that he has continued weekly coaching sessions and created his own "Backyard AWE" ritual. He has hired Candra to bring the power of AWE to his entire company, and had this to say:

"Everyone should experience the magic and power of AWE! I am more engaged and present at home AND WORK... It changed my life. PERIOD."

Science is backing up the power of AWE as well. The new neuroscience of AWE, being studied by Dr. Dachar Keltner of UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center and other institutions across the country, substantiates the mental, emotional and physical benefits of actively cultivating AWE experiences. AWE therapies are also being used with positive results with veterans and children who have suffered post traumatic stress.

About Candra Canning
Candra Canning, Founder of Live Bright Now, is a certified culture and leadership development expert for both individuals and corporate clients. She is a master facilitator who works inside companies -- also taking people outdoors to shift perspectives. She is a passionate outdoor leader, philanthropist, adventurer and speaks on the power of AWE to increase business results and expand meaning and fulfillment in work. Candra is currently collaborating with the Great Outdoors Lab, a partnership of Sierra Club Outdoors and UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center to support and collect scientific data on the health benefits of the emotion of AWE. More info at: LiveBrightNow.com

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