Former Wexford hurler Diarmuid Lyng chose an unusual topic for a recent TEDx talk in Wexford, basing his presentation around a hurl and what it has meant to him throughout his life.
The resulting nine minute talk is a compelling reflection on the passions of our lives and how they influence us for both good and ill.
Lyng has worked as a mental health advocate since among other roles since his retirement from inter-county hurling and his passion for the subject makes for a fascinating talk.
“The revolution is an internal revolution,” he tells us and it appears to have struck a chord with many viewers.
Fair ay to @diarmuidlyng for reminding us of "the big picture" as we head into the season of over commercialisation. https://t.co/8GmscuY7VP
— Ian Murphy (@imurphy) December 14, 2016
Inspiration from @diarmuidlyng in this great Tedx talk. Get out of your own way and create magic. The #revolution is internal. Thanks D x https://t.co/JaJI4oT2T0
— Treacy O'Connor (@TreacyOC) December 14, 2016
What do you see when you look at a hurl? - just have a listen to @diarmuidlyng on the need for an internal revolution. https://t.co/itgJYyPTUi
— Tommy Rooney (@TomasORuanaidh) December 2, 2016
Take a listen to my favourite Wexford Gael @diarmuidlyng ,who has reminded me to ship my oars more often.. #TEDtalkhttps://t.co/h2rtI7Mfzy
— Michael D Macauley (@MDMA_9) December 14, 2016
Make yourself a cuppa and give it a watch.
The TEDx Program is designed to help communities, organizations and individuals to spark conversation and connection through local TED-like experiences – find out more at www.ted.com.
