Empathy is more than just a perspective-taking exercise, it changes the way we do life and business. Entrepreneur and traveler Mallory Van Waarde shows how "empathic concern" - using time and energy to positively impact the stories around us - is imperative in an increasingly digital, diverse and cause-oriented world.

Mallory is a Digital Strategist with a bent for adventure. While working remotely and traveling abroad, she co-founded Magnifyre, where she helps organizations committed to social good thrive in the digital space. Mallory has never met a stranger, and believes in the power of experience to build empathy.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx