My Big Idea (Ep. 1): A Joyful Way to Get Outside | Hazel Cottle | Behind the Scenes of TED Talks

As a mother and occupational therapist, Hazel Cottle knows how important it is for both her kids and her patients to spend time outdoors. It sparks joy, brings people together and improves lives. Yet in the UK, a country where it rains a lot, it can be tempting to stay warm and dry inside the house. Hazel thinks she has the perfect solution to encourage families to get outside — even when it’s wet and dreary. Join Hazel as she prepares and delivers her big idea in a TED Talk — and gets some surprising news that just might bring puddle parks to life.

“My Big Idea” is a new series from TED that documents the process of imagining and then creating a TED Talk, featuring first-time speakers and ideas new to the TED stage.

Watch episode 1: https://youtu.be/ZCO-iN_VFfY
Watch episode 2: https://youtu.be/cP9HWFssFv8
Watch episode 3: https://youtu.be/6YqvxXlAVcs
Learn how “My Big Idea” was made: https://youtu.be/lZTBIO3OtYc
Watch the series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOGi5-fAu8bFjqT-tnLKLsMbXpSq_vc0E

Learn more about the TED Idea Search process and where it's headed next: https://www.ted.com/about/conferences/speaking-at-ted/global-idea-search

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Post from TED on March 18, 2025

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