Hineni—Mindfulness with a Step | Dr. Kathleen Stross | TEDxButterfish Cove

Physical therapist Dr. Kathleen Stross presents Hineni, an ancient Hebrew word meaning "Here I am", as a practical framework for facing fear, overcoming avoidance and widening one's life through action. The talk argues that meaningful change starts when awareness turns into movement rather than waiting to feel ready. It draws on personal stories, neuroscience and a simple three-step practice. The talk was given at an independently organized TEDx event.

• Hineni, a Hebrew phrase meaning "Here I am", reframed as a tool for facing fear
• Why action can come before feeling ready
• A simple three-step embodied practice
• Insights from neuroscience and personal stories

NOTE FROM TED: This talk only represents the speaker’s personal views and understanding of behavior, the brain, and the nervous system. TEDx events are independently organized by volunteers. The guidelines we give TEDx organizers are described in more detail here: http://storage.ted.com/tedx/manuals/tedx_content_guidelines.pdf Drawing on her experience as a physical therapist, Dr. Kathleen Stross introduces Hineni, an ancient Hebrew word meaning “Here I am,” and reimagines it as a practical framework for facing fear, overcoming avoidance, and expanding our lives through action. Rather than waiting to feel ready, she argues that meaningful change begins when awareness becomes movement. Through powerful stories, neuroscience, and a simple three-step practice, this talk shows how one embodied step can transform the way we meet life's challenges. Kathleen Stross is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and holistic health practitioner who has spent over three decades helping people reclaim their balance—physically, emotionally, and personally. A pioneer in vestibular rehabilitation, she is known for her ability to translate science into hope and practical action. Through her work at In Harmony, Kathleen empowers individuals to separate who they are from what they’ve been diagnosed with, rebuilding identity and possibility with compassion and clarity. 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