How six words changed my life | Dave Guttman | TEDxSDSU
279K views · May 8, 2026 · Nonprofits & Activism
Comments · 212
@tinobygrace1 · 4 months ago
I was also given 6 to 12 months to live. I cried out to God and He healed me. 22 years ago.<br>Praise God <br>Live with a purpose and live for His glory.<br>Psalm 30
50
@avagrutel · 4 months ago
My mother was given 3 months to live because of a brain tumor. That was in 2010! Congratulations on your continued recovery and health!
16
@DLMgirl · 4 months ago
Having known Dave for years and working for him, I can attest that he truly lives his life this way. Best servant leader that worked for! <br>Thank you for sharing. Though scary six words no one wants to hear, the byproduct was a unique prospective. One in which you have turned into a blessing for you and others you’ve helped
12
@MCfoniks · 4 months ago
Absolutely incredible TED Talk. The delivery was powerful, authentic, and deeply moving. It genuinely gave me new perspectives on life and challenged the way I think about purpose, relationships, and the impact of our words. You can feel the passion and life experience behind every sentence. Grateful to have learned from you both personally and through this talk.
11
@juanpenate797 · 3 months ago
There are miracles, and things change. I have face dead few times in life, been in ER, and IUC enough to believe there is God. I pray and thank for my life. Now I am in other difficult journey. Please, pray for a miracle on my brother Mauricio recovery. ❤❤❤❤
18
@VALDESANDRES · 4 months ago
My life today is 100x better thanks to you my friend, DG!
10
@AnnaPrudchenko-g5b · 4 months ago
My biggest mentor 🙌 To anyone reading this, Dave was the one who truly gave me a direction in life. His amount of experience and the most positive outlook on life makes him not only a wonderful friend, but also a person who will never give bad advice (i literally have all his advice written down in my Notes app). Dave, thank you from the bottom of my heart! 🙏
26
@mariadcosta8261 · 3 months ago
You lived because you decided to make a difference in other people’s life <br>Praise God
8
@InformationSMR · 4 months ago
This is the best Ted talk I’ve ever heard
21
@EllisBanjoCompany · 3 months ago
That’s what I was wondering... Three doctors and no one bothered to biopsy to give a diagnosis?
9
@ZuriK-q6x · 1 month ago
What he said about being forced to look at his life like it was already over is so heavy, especially to then feel like nothing would be different once you were gone
3
@catatonicbug7522 · 4 months ago
This is a very dramatic example of servant leadership and the impact it can have on people. Care for the people around you because they are human. It can be emotionally difficult, but that is how you make an impact.
33
Up next

Why curiosity gets you farther than ambition | Drew Lynch | TEDxNashville
TEDx Talks · 847K views

How dementia patients taught me to live with less regret | James Lee | TEDxSouth Congress
TEDx Talks · 130K views

Career stability isn't career safety—here's why | Andreas Gebhardt | TEDxGraz
TEDx Talks · 243K views

The Other Side of Ego | Jonathan Gravenor | TEDxOcala
TEDx Talks · 13M views

A comedian’s guide to surviving a dysfunctional childhood | Juston McKinney | TEDxPortsmouth
TEDx Talks · 66K views

Treat Yourself Like Someone You Love (How To Learn To Love Yourself) | Adam Roa | TEDxKlagenfurt
TEDx Talks · 973K views

No Sex Marriage – Masturbation, Loneliness, Cheating and Shame | Maureen McGrath | TEDxStanleyPark
TEDx Talks · 37M views

Dolph Lundgren | On healing and forgiveness | TEDxFulbrightSantaMonica
TEDx Talks · 3.1M views

How to actually change your habits | Kim Foster | TEDxSurrey
TEDx Talks · 130K views

3 questions to help you age stronger, healthier, and happier | Dr. Brenda Lau | TEDxSurrey
TEDx Talks · 140K views

Master Shi Heng Yi – 5 hindrances to self-mastery | Shi Heng YI | TEDxVitosha
TEDx Talks · 18M views

Why you should date the short guy | Amy Chan | TEDxVancouver
TEDx Talks · 427K views

How To Read Anyone In 6 Seconds | Kostya Kimlat | TEDxSarasota
TEDx Talks · 103K views

Change your mindset, change the game | Dr. Alia Crum | TEDxTraverseCity
TEDx Talks · 7.5M views

Paying Attention & Mindfulness | Sam Chase | TEDxNYU
TEDx Talks · 1.3M views

How to manage your mental health | Leon Taylor | TEDxClapham
TEDx Talks · 3.2M views

The three secrets of resilient people | Lucy Hone | TEDxChristchurch
TEDx Talks · 2.8M views

Life Is Hard But Enjoying It Is Easy | Dusty Slay | TEDxNashvilleSalon
TEDx Talks · 768K views

How to Speak so People Remember You | Yasir Khan | TEDxCentreville Chicopee Youth
TEDx Talks · 1.3M views

How to challenge your negative self-talk | Josh Green | TEDxSurrey
TEDx Talks · 965K views

How to clarify your message so people listen | Donald Miller | TEDxNashville
TEDx Talks · 540K views

How Being Bold Will Change Your Life | Gregory Russell Benedikt | TEDxSan Diego Studio
TEDx Talks · 695K views

More than funny | Michael Jr. | TEDxUniversityofNevada
TEDx Talks · 4.9M views

The life-changing power of words: Kristin Rivas at TEDxRainier
TEDx Talks · 1.6M views

Test your might! • Shaolin Spirit | Shi Heng Yi | TEDxBaiaMare
TEDx Talks · 1.9M views

The 4 phases of retirement | Dr. Riley Moynes | TEDxSurrey
TEDx Talks · 4.3M views