How to See the Future Coming — and Prepare for It | Jane McGonigal | TED

As a futurist who helps people prepare for all different kinds of possibilities, Jane McGonigal thinks we overuse words like "unthinkable" and "unimaginable." She introduces three hypothetical scenarios, showing how you can foster the ability to think creatively, anticipate new risks and feel ready for whatever the future may hold. (Created in collaboration with ‪@ignite ; recorded at TEDNext 2024 on October 22, 2024)

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