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How to recover from activism burnout

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When you're feeling burned out as an activist, what's the best way to bounce back? TED Senior Fellow Yana Buhrer Tavanier explores the power of "playtivism" -- the incorporation of play and creativity into movements for social change. See how this versatile approach can spark new ideas, propel action and melt fear.

When you're feeling burned out as an activist, what's the best way to bounce back? TED Senior Fellow Yana Buhrer Tavanier explores the power of "playtivism" -- the incorporation of play and creativity into movements for social change. See how this versatile approach can spark new ideas, propel action and melt fear.

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Learn more about putting playtivism into action at Fine Acts, a playground for social change.

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Yana Buhrer Tavanier

Yana Buhrer Tavanier

Creative activist, social entrepreneur

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TED Senior Fellow Yana Buhrer Tavanier explores human rights innovation at the intersection of activism, art, tech and science — and its potential to instigate change.

This talk was presented at an official TED conference. TED's editors chose to feature it for you.

Learn more about putting playtivism into action at Fine Acts, a playground for social change.

Support Fine Acts's mission to change the world through creativity and play.