Red or Green? Problem solving in New Mexico requires unconventional thinking to the challenges we face. Reciprocal mentorships and mindful behaviors positively impact collaboration and creativity in community problem solving. The arts of mindfulness and poetry can be a creative bridge for facilitating intergenerational community building and mentorships. From international humanitarian aid worker and United Nations diplomat, to university professor, mindfulness facilitator and social entrepreneur, Sidni Lamb’s work has always aimed at facilitating connections. Sidni is a soft-spoken, courageous activist for compassion and peace.

A senior in high school, Sophie Toth is an award-winning slam poet, who writes and performs poetry for empowerment and social change, as well as mentoring other poets. She has practiced mindfulness since the age of 12 when she and her family refused prescription drugs to treat her anxiety. 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