My journey to thank all the people responsible for my morning coffee

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November 13, 2018 Today's TED Talk My journey to thank all the people responsible for my morning coffee 15:29 minutes · TED Salon: Intersections Author AJ Jacobs embarked on a quest with a deceptively simple idea at its heart: to personally thank every person who helped make his morning cup of coffee. More than one thousand "thank yous" later, Jacobs reflects on the globe-trotting journey that ensued -- and shares the life-altering wisdom he picked up along the way. "I discovered that my coffee would not be possible without hundreds of people I take for granted," Jacobs says. Watch now »   Playlist of the Day Talks to help you focus on what really matters It's easy to get caught up in the daily dramas of life. These talks can help you step back, slow down and appreciate the bigger picture. Watch » 8 talks · Total run time 1:52:07 NEW FROM TED BOOKS Thanks a Thousand by AJ Jacobs The idea was deceptively simple: AJ Jacobs would thank every single person who had a role (however small) in producing his morning cup of coffee. The resulting journey takes Jacobs across the globe and reveals secrets about how gratitude can change us all. Read more »   Download the TED app

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