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How handwriting can save your life | JD Slajchert | TEDxUnity Park

With all of the innovations in technology, is there still something important to be said about the skill of handwriting? JD Slajchert is an author and spokesperson of organizations like the LucStrong Foundation, advocating for those fighting sickle cell disease. JD tells the story of how the death of a friend led him to hand write his debut novel MoonFlower. In his talk, he strongly encourages us all to utilize the slowed nature of handwriting to get into touch with the stories that shape us. 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 "Im an author of several books, a popular motivational speaker and philanthropist born and raised in Los Angeles, California. My debut novel, MoonFlower, was inspired by my biggest fan, a young boy named Luc who passed away from Sickle Cell Disease. I've given talks to organizations, non-profits and universities across the country including LeBron James’ the SpringHill Company, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, The Los Angeles Lakers, and was invited to be the commencement speaker at my alma mater, UC Santa Barbara. I work directly with several non-profits including The American Red Cross and The LucStrong Foundation, and in collaboration with Luc’s physician, I published the MoonFlower Charity Edition, where 100% of the proceeds are donated to children fighting Sickle Cell Disease. 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