In her compelling TEDx talk, “Aprire la Porta della Casa Interiore,” Chiara Rossi Urtoler invites us on a transformative journey into the exploration of our inner selves. She eloquently discusses the significance of mental well-being and the importance of self-discovery in today’s fast-paced world. By employing vivid metaphors, Rossi Urtoler encourages introspection, helping us understand how our thoughts and emotions shape our realities.
Through personal anecdotes and insightful reflections, she emphasizes that the key to unlocking our true potential lies within the “doors” of our inner house, where fears, dreams, and aspirations reside. Rossi Urtoler’s message is both empowering and motivational, urging us to confront our vulnerabilities and embrace our authentic selves. As she navigates the audience through this metaphorical journey, viewers are left with practical tools and a renewed perspective on inner peace and fulfillment. This talk serves as a powerful reminder that to thrive, we must first unlock the doors to our inner worlds.
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“All the human unhappiness comes from being unable to remain calm in a room” B. Pascal.
This is true for physical rooms as well as for inner ones, where our emotions are.
Slowing down to remain still, in contact with our own emotions is the key to reduce time and intensity of negative emotions and get out of negative states of mind. Escaping from them leads to the continuation of their effect.
Life gets better when we find the courage to slow down and stay with our emotions. Psychologist and cognitive-behavioural psychotherapist specialising in Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). She conducts clinical practice in Modena and online, working with both adults and adolescents, and serves as a lecturer and supervisor for psychologists and psychotherapists.
Alongside her clinical and educational work, she is dedicated to outreach through her project, MindfulACT. Her mission is to bring evidence-based psychological models out of specialized settings and into people’s daily lives. Through practical self-help books, courses, and educational videos, she provides accessible and concrete psychological tools designed to navigate everyday challenges and foster a more mindful and meaningful life. 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
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Video “Aprire la Porta della Casa Interiore | Chiara Rossi Urtoler | TEDxSan Giovanni in Persiceto” was uploaded on 05/18/2026 to Youtube Channel TEDx Talks