Elizabeth Chandler describes how to break out of our "default setting" by improving our self-awareness and controlling our thoughts.

Born and raised in Augusta, Elizabeth Chandler is a senior at Augusta Preparatory Day School, where she is President of Thespian Troupe 1324 and a co-leader of the Fellowship of Christian Students. She is also a co-Vice President of the Augusta Red Cross Youth Board and a counselor at camp Merri-Mac.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx