The Ripple Effect of Respect | Nina Ahuja | TEDxQueensU

In this TEDx talk, Dr. Nina Ahuja explores how moments of respect — or disrespect — shape the way we see ourselves, relate to others, and what happens next. Drawing from her experiences in medicine, leadership, and personal adversity, she reveals why respect may be one of the most powerful and overlooked performance tools influencing human connection, culture, and outcomes. Through compelling stories and practical insights, Dr. Ahuja invites us to consider the ripple effect created by our everyday interactions and the impact those ripples have on the people around us. Dr. Nina Ahuja is a surgeon, keynote speaker, bestselling author, and creator of Depth Perception Leadership™. Her work focuses on helping individuals strengthen self-awareness and emotional regulation to lead more effectively and create cultures of reliable respect. 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