Atenção, intenção e vulnerabilidade | Dani Black | TEDxJacareí

Introduction of Dani Black and his creative process

• Dani Black is a singer, composer, and instrumentalist who has been making music for many years and has performed shows in Brazil and around the world (10s).
• As a composer, he has tried various methods to create music, but the most common way is to architect a melody and lyrics, building them up over time to create a final product (1m22s).
• Recently, he has started creating music in real-time, where he begins singing and playing an instrument, and the music is created in the moment, taking as long as the final product is (1m57s).
• He plans to create a song in real-time during the presentation and wants the audience to help build a fertile environment for creativity to happen (3m57s).
• To achieve this, he needs the audience to be fully engaged and participate in creating this environment together, as the music will be a demonstration of the creative state and the process of building a fertile environment for creativity (3m52s).
• The two main points he wants to convey through the music are the creative state that allows for fluent creativity and how to build a fertile environment for this state to happen (3m4s).
• He believes that to achieve this creative state, one needs to be in an open and receptive state, allowing for self-expression and creativity to flow (3m21s).
• The goal is to create an environment where creativity can flow in a deep and differentiated way, and he invites the audience to participate in this process (3m45s).

The three essential elements for a fertile creative environment

• To create a fertile environment, three essential elements are required: attention, intention, and vulnerability, as discovered through personal experience (4m33s).
• The first essential element is attention, which involves being fully present and aware of what is happening, requiring the real presence of others and a sense of community (4m57s).
• To achieve this, one must let go of distractions and focus on the current moment, as demonstrated by a simple exercise of closing one's eyes and becoming aware of their body and surroundings (5m23s).
• The second essential element is intention, which means having a clear direction and purpose when creating something, and defining what one wants to achieve and what they want to serve (6m37s).
• Having a clear intention is crucial to avoid getting lost and to create something tangible and meaningful (6m58s).
• The third and final essential element is vulnerability, which is the most challenging and subtle but also the most rewarding aspect of the creative process (7m41s).
• Vulnerability involves being open and willing to express oneself without fear of judgment or measuring the outcome, allowing oneself to be present and authentic (8m4s).
• When one is vulnerable, they open themselves up to new experiences and possibilities, and are able to show themselves and their true feelings (8m29s).
• To truly connect with others, one must be willing to be seen and heard, which involves stepping out of superficial communication and into a deeper level of connection, allowing for the sharing of meaningful and significant things (8m34s).
• This connection is made possible by three key elements: attention, intention, and vulnerability, which must all be present for a true exchange to occur and for creativity to flourish (9m37s).

The importance of self-expression and utilizing one's unique skills

• The ability to express oneself creatively is also crucial, and this requires a specific skill or talent that can be used to convey one's message, such as music, art, or writing (10m2s).
• Everyone has a unique skill or talent that can be used to express themselves creatively, and it's essential to identify and utilize this skill to bring one's message to life (10m7s).

Inviting audience participation and sharing personal experiences

• The speaker's intention is to create a song that conveys a meaningful message, one that can touch and inspire others, and to do this, they invite the audience to participate and share their own experiences (11m5s).
• The speaker proposes that someone from the audience come on stage and share a personal experience, something significant that has happened in their life, in order to create a deeper connection and inspire creativity (12m0s).
• The goal is not to share an opinion, but to share a personal experience, something that is honest and meaningful, and that can be transmitted to others in a brief and impactful way (13m1s).
• When sharing personal experiences, it's a generous, courageous, and tranquil act that creates a creative field where everyone is present, has a firm intention, and is within the field of vulnerability, allowing for connection with what's being shared (13m8s).
• This creative field is built on three points: attention, intention, and vulnerability, and when these are present, it's possible to connect with others and share music or other forms of expression (13m31s).

Rose's story: Overcoming fear and embracing vulnerability

• A woman named Rose, also known as Helena Rose, is invited on stage to share her story and connect with the moment, her intention, attention, and vulnerability (15m6s).
• Rose shares that she's always been afraid of speaking in front of people, was a timid child, and had a lot of shame about expressing herself, but she had a strong desire to connect and express her voice (15m53s).
• As a child, Rose had a recurring dream where she wanted to scream, but her voice wouldn't come out, causing her a lot of anguish, and she would often hide (16m36s).
• At around 12 years old, Rose started learning to play the guitar by herself with the help of books and magazines, but when she first tried to play in front of a group, she was told she was out of tune and rhythm, leading her to hide and never play in front of people again (16m59s).
• Rose continued to participate in groups, but her timidity held her back, and she struggled to express herself, but her desire to connect and share her voice remained strong (17m50s).
• Despite her past struggles, Rose is now on stage, facing her fears and being vulnerable, as she feels a strong connection to the artist Dani and wants to overcome her difficulties in connecting with others (18m12s).
• Rose has lost some of her shame over time, especially through her work, which required her to speak and expose herself, but she still faces challenges in connecting with people on an emotional level (18m34s).

The struggle for connection and the importance of self-love

• Many people struggle to form relationships and find a partner to build a life with, and this is a common issue that is encountered in various interactions and through work (18m52s).
• The struggle to find someone who wants to build a life together is a significant vulnerability, driven by the desire for connection and accompanied by feelings of loneliness (19m31s).
• Finding one's own voice is not easy, as it requires untangling knots, facing fears, and finding oneself before being able to find someone else (20m21s).
• It is essential to love oneself first, as this is a fundamental rule that cannot be broken; only by loving oneself can one truly hear and appreciate the love and affection of others (21m34s).
• The journey to self-love and finding someone else is a challenging but worthwhile path, and it is better to take risks and try than to give up or settle for less (21m10s).
• The process of learning to love oneself takes time, and the arrival of someone special will happen at the same pace as one's own growth and self-acceptance (22m10s).

The path to self-love and creating a fertile environment for positive relationships

• By focusing on self-love, presence, attention, intention, and vulnerability, individuals can create a fertile environment for positive relationships and experiences to emerge (23m42s).
• Cultivating these qualities and bringing one's unique abilities to the table can lead to wonderful surprises and outcomes in relationships and personal growth (24m1s).