How can we get curious about and embrace positive stress to gain agency over our mind and body? James Brady tells us how. James is a print journalist turned dementia researcher, undertaking a Ph.D. in Medical Studies in Hobart, Tasmania. He has a keen interest in the psychology and neurobiology which underpins healthy aging. 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