Heroic Journeys Begin With Bold Mentors | Jeremy Walker | TEDxACU

Like many children, Jeremy grew up dreaming about epic battles of good versus evil, but it was the intervention of mentors in his life that helped him overcome tragic mistakes and reengage his passion for helping others.

In his talk, Jeremy explains how bold mentors can engage anyone - from children to adults - by helping them see themselves as the heroes of their own stories, capable of battling injustices in the world around them. Like many children, Jeremy grew up dreaming about epic battles of good versus evil, but it was the intervention of mentors in his life that helped him overcome tragic mistakes and reengage his passion for helping others. Now, as an educator and mentor himself, Jeremy invests in the lives of foster children through his work at Texas Boys Ranch.
In his TEDxACU talk, Jeremy will explain how bold mentors can engage anyone - from children to adults - by helping them see themselves as the heroes of their own stories, capable of battling injustices in the world around them. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx