Fynn Kliemann …und der Tod | Fynn Kliemann | TEDxMünchen

Selbstreflexion und Krisen

• In recent years, a person has gone through a lot and has learned many things about themselves, including the importance of self-reflection and not taking things too seriously (4s).
• Watching old videos of oneself can be uncomfortable and make one realize how they have changed and grown, and that their past behavior may not have been okay (31s).
• It's essential to stay true to oneself and not get too caught up in the idea of being successful or popular, as this can lead to an inflated sense of self-importance (53s).
• When faced with a crisis, it becomes clear who one's true friends are, and it's not always the people one expects (1m28s).
• Having many friends and followers doesn't necessarily mean they will be there for you when you need them, and it's essential to know who you can truly trust (1m34s).
• In times of crisis, it's not uncommon for people to reach out for help and advice, but not everyone will answer the phone or be willing to lend a hand (1m54s).
• Sometimes, it's the people you least expect who will be there for you, and it's essential to appreciate and nurture those relationships (2m6s).
• It's easy to neglect true friends when surrounded by acquaintances and people who are only interested in you because of your success or status (2m18s).
• In difficult situations, it can be painful to realize that some people are not there for you, but it's also an opportunity to reconnect with old friends and appreciate their support (2m39s).
• True friends can come from unexpected places, and it's essential to be open to reconnecting with people from your past (2m42s).

Verantwortung und Druck

• A turning point in life where one takes responsibility is crucial, and this realization often comes when things get tough, not during good times when one has enough money and can pay others to handle tasks (3m7s).
• Having a lot of money and being able to pay others to handle tasks can lead to a lack of consideration for one's own responsibility, including the responsibility for employees and their well-being (3m30s).
• When things get tough, one realizes that they have a responsibility to ensure the company's survival and the well-being of its employees, including those who are pregnant or have other personal challenges (3m51s).
• This sense of responsibility extends beyond just paying salaries, but also to the content one creates and the impact it has on others, as well as the trust people place in them (4m18s).
• Having a perfectionistic approach to one's work can be both a strength and a weakness, as it can lead to high expectations and a sense of responsibility to meet those expectations (4m35s).
• In times of crisis, one's creativity can be affected, and it's essential to find ways to maintain and nurture it, as it is a vital part of one's strength and success (5m5s).

Wachstum und Überforderung

• At the beginning of a project or business, it's essential to have a solid foundation, including lawyers, notaries, and sufficient funds, to ensure its success and growth (5m26s).
• As the project or business grows, it's crucial to maintain a focus on the creative process and ensure that all necessary resources are available to support it (5m37s).
• A large team was formed to handle various projects, which led to a rapid increase in the number of ideas being implemented, regardless of whether they were good or bad (5m47s).
• This approach resulted in a massive portfolio of projects, but it also meant having to manage and maintain all of them simultaneously, which became overwhelming (6m7s).
• At one point, there were around 8-9 GmbHs (limited liability companies) that had grown significantly, each with a large team of 30-40 employees, and the responsibility that came with it (6m13s).
• The realization that everything started with an idea led to the decision to stop having new ideas, as it was becoming too much to handle, and instead focus on putting things in order and streamlining processes (6m31s).

Vereinfachung und Fokus

• Over the past two years, a rigorous process of elimination has been undertaken, with the goal of simplifying and focusing on what is truly important (6m49s).
• The approach to creativity has shifted, with a greater emphasis on concentration and prioritizing what is essential, rather than trying to do everything at once (7m30s).
• The importance of specialization is being reevaluated, and it is becoming clear that having a broad range of skills is more valuable than being an expert in just one area (7m52s).

Tod und Transformation

• Music has been a crucial part of life, serving as a form of therapy, and a new album titled "Tod" (Death) is set to be released, which explores the concept of death and transformation (8m7s).
• The album's title is meant to convey the idea that death can be a transformative process, allowing for growth and renewal, rather than just being an end (8m24s).
• A person's life can be seen as a series of endings and new beginnings, where something old stops and something new starts, and this process can be observed in various moments throughout one's life, not just at the end of it (8m48s).
• The concept of death can be interpreted as the end of something that once was, but it also marks the beginning of something new, and this idea can be applied to various aspects of life, such as the end of a relationship or a career (9m8s).
• Reflecting on death and its meaning can be a valuable and interesting experience, as it allows one to gain a deeper understanding of the cycle of life and the process of transformation and growth (9m29s).
• Many people have experienced moments in their lives where they felt like they had "died" and were reborn, such as the end of a relationship or a major life change, and these experiences can be transformative and lead to personal growth (9m36s).
• The idea of transformation and growth is also reflected in the way people deal with death, such as the use of plastic flowers on graves, which can be seen as a symbol of the attempt to transcend mortality and create something eternal (11m11s).
• Friedhofs, or cemeteries, can be a place of peace and tranquility, where one can reflect on life and death, and find inspiration for creative work, such as music or art (10m9s).
• The speaker finds the atmosphere of Friedhofs to be a welcome contrast to the chaos and disorder of their normal life, and appreciates the sense of order and rules that govern these places (10m20s).
• The speaker has spent a lot of time on Friedhofs, observing and reflecting on the way people deal with death, and has found inspiration for their music and art in these places (11m32s).

Konsum und Nachhaltigkeit

• When writing, it's essential to create content that resonates with others, and this can be achieved when the written piece metaphorically relates to one's life, giving the reader a sense of connection, making the text truly good (12m1s).
• The topic of consumption has been explored, and upon hearing the word "consumption," the initial thought is often critical, as it relates to hyper-consumption and the transformation of living biomass into dead mass (12m28s).
• A book by Matze mentioned that every day, the equivalent of ten times one's body weight in products is produced, and since 2002, the planet has become "deader" than it is "alive" in terms of biomass (12m52s).
• The transformation of living biomass into dead mass, such as turning trees into products like carpets, chairs, and books, contributes to the planet's increasing "deadness" (13m11s).
• This process is intriguing from an artistic perspective, as it involves preserving something by killing it, creating a paradoxical cycle (13m27s).
• Even in the process of creating art, such as a painting or music, living biomass must be transformed into dead mass, which is an interesting aspect of consumption (13m39s).
• The use of materials like oil, which is derived from dead plankton, raises questions about the cycle of life and death in consumption (14m14s).
• The concept of consumption is complex and multifaceted, and exploring alternative forms of consumption is essential (14m45s).
• Fynn Kliemann's approach to sustainability involves reducing overproduction and consumption, as people often end up with ten times their body weight in products they don't need, which is used to keep the system alive (15m10s).
• Kliemann produces music albums only as often as people truly need them and wears his sneakers for a very long time, as previously mentioned by Felix Rohbeck from Flip, who tracked the GPS location of Kliemann's sneakers (15m29s).
• Kliemann's sneakers were eventually burned, which can be seen as a form of recycling, and he had very large sneakers that he wore for a long time (15m46s).
• Kliemann's approach to sustainable consumption also involves reusing and recycling materials, as seen in his home, where many items, including doors, toys, and other objects, are made from recycled materials (16m32s).
• Kliemann's home has a small junkyard where his team occasionally throws away items, but he often retrieves them and reuses them, as he dislikes throwing things away (16m51s).
• Kliemann has a habit of collecting items from the junkyard and reusing them, and he has even brought back items that his team had previously thrown away (17m0s).
• Kliemann's approach to sustainability is also reflected in his business practices, where he tries to reduce waste and reuse materials whenever possible (17m20s).
• Kliemann has also shared his experiences with sustainability and his approach to reducing waste in a podcast, where he discussed his experiences with the "maskengeschichte" and its aftermath (17m34s).
• If Kliemann were to be asked in a job interview where he sees himself in the future, he would likely respond by discussing his approach to sustainability and reducing waste (17m59s).

Kreativität und Zukunft

• Fynn Kliemann reflects on the past 10 years and how difficult it is to predict the future, but he believes that creating something new is essential for him, whether it's in front of a camera or not (18m1s).
• He has distanced himself from things he thought were important in the past and now focuses on creating something new all the time, which brings him joy and fulfillment (18m16s).
• Fynn Kliemann thinks that he doesn't need to constantly be in front of a camera or give big speeches, and instead, he prefers to work on his projects in his own space (18m30s).
• He enjoys talking and exchanging ideas with others, but he also values his alone time to focus on his creative work (18m48s).
• Fynn Kliemann acknowledges that he makes mistakes and is not better than others, but he tries to learn from his errors and keep moving forward (19m6s).
• He believes that his greatest passion is creating something that inspires people to think, and he considers this to be his interpretation of art (19m13s).
• According to Fynn Kliemann, art is created when someone brings together seemingly worthless materials, and it's the viewer's interpretation that gives it value (19m22s).
• He thinks that the recipient of the art is crucial in giving it meaning, and he wants to involve people more in his creative process in the future (19m42s).
• Fynn Kliemann sees the future as an opportunity to engage with people who interpret his work and involve them more in the creative process (19m48s).
• He aims to focus on his creative work and minimize distractions, and he is grateful for the opportunity to share his thoughts and ideas with others (20m1s).