Explore the intersection of human aspirations and design practices in this 16-minute TEDx talk by Gray Garmon. Discover how aligning our greatest hopes for good with powerful design principles can lead to a more peaceful world. Learn from examples, stories, and practical strategies for using everyday skills to increase peace. Gain insights from Garmon's experience as an Assistant Professor, Director of the Center for Integrated Design, and practitioner of human-centered design. Understand how qualitative research methods can be applied to create better design solutions that prioritize human contexts, behaviors, emotions, and motivations. Hear about Garmon's work with the Aga Khan Foundation, Design Science Studio, and National Endowment for the Arts-funded projects. Delve into the potential of design thinking to address global challenges and foster positive change.