İÇİNDEKİ SANATÇIYLA BULUŞ | Açelya Akkoyun | TEDxAtapark

Çocukluk ve Hayaller

• As a child, the person would cast a fishing line into the sea, see the fish, and feel excited, then make a kite with a tail in their mother's scarf color and see the sky, feeling grown-up, but later facing unemployment and hunger, and entering the world of people to earn a living, only to realize that people are not as easy to navigate as the sea, mountains, or sky (51s).
• The person reflects on how the excitement of seeing fish and the sky as a child is similar to the poet Orhan Veli Kanık's words, and how the child's experiences shape their perspective on life (1m7s).
• Everyone needs to find their own inner artist, and the person is about to share their own story of finding theirs (1m39s).

Aile ve Eğitim

• The person started life as the child of educator parents, and their parents were good teachers who always put their students first, making them feel like they had rivals for their parents' attention (2m9s).
• The person's parents taught them that education should be a joyful experience, and they were sent to school at the age of 5, where they struggled to understand the lessons and preferred to play with dolls (3m4s).
• On the first day of school, the person's teacher, whom they loved, scolded them for having their hair loose, rather than in braids (3m29s).
• A teacher once told the student that they would become a teacher, as their sibling was also successful in their studies, but the student did not take this path (3m38s).
• The student was called to the board and told the class not to study for the lesson, as they did not understand the material being taught (3m47s).
• The student realized they were not interested in the lessons and did not absorb or apply the information being taught (4m0s).
• The student's perception was that the lessons were not valuable if they were not important to the teacher (4m8s).
• The student had trouble understanding the lessons and thought that maybe their eyesight was the problem, so they went to see a doctor and were diagnosed with 0.50 hypermetropia (4m32s).
• The student did not understand the lessons even after getting glasses and instead played with glue and balloons, making small balloon animals and giving them to friends as gifts (4m52s).
• The student found joy in making people laugh and entertaining their friends (5m13s).
• The student discovered a comfortable chair and decided to take a break, thinking that others would take care of their responsibilities (5m32s).
• The student's sibling suggested that they play volleyball to relieve stress, and they started playing at the age of 8 (5m47s).
• The student practiced volleyball for 3-5 hours a day and played in matches until they were 18 years old, becoming a professional A-Team player (5m54s).
• The student told their mother that they were not lazy, as they practiced volleyball for hours and attended matches, but their mother reminded them that they still had to pass their classes (6m13s).
• The student never accepted that they were lazy and found ways to pass their classes while continuing to play volleyball and participate in other school activities, such as the school theater team (6m30s).
• In school, various sports teams were formed, and participation in activities like table tennis and volleyball was encouraged, with some students even attending classes and charming teachers with their cuteness and sympathy (6m41s).
• A white bicycle was promised as a motivator to work hard, and although some cheating may have occurred, good grades were achieved, making everyone happy, but the desire to play volleyball and table tennis persisted (6m56s).

Diş Protez Bölümü ve Spor Akademisi

• After completing high school, the goal was to become a dentist, with the dream of wearing a white coat, despite not being exceptionally successful, and the idea that being a dentist would be a good fit (7m14s).
• However, the realization that the foundation for becoming a dentist was lacking led to the discovery of a dental prosthesis department, which seemed like a suitable alternative, and the decision was made to pursue it (7m31s).
• After being accepted into the dental prosthesis program, the desire to attend a sports academy grew stronger, and the decision was made to enroll, with the intention of pursuing sports instead (7m49s).
• The dilemma of choosing between the dental prosthesis program and the sports academy led to an attempt to convince parents to allow attendance at the sports academy, which was closer to home (7m56s).

Konservatuvar ile Tanışma

• At the age of 15.5, a flute sound was heard while walking in Kadıköy, leading to the discovery of a building that turned out to be a conservatory, where music, ballet, and theater activities took place (8m9s).
• Upon entering the conservatory, a conversation with a man named Paşa Dayı revealed the various activities that took place there, and the desire to attend the school was expressed, despite not being a student (8m39s).
• The response to the inquiry about joining the school was negative, but after some persuasion, permission was granted to explore the school, and while walking through the corridors, the realization was made that becoming a ballerina might not be possible (8m56s).
• The feeling of needing to be in this environment, but not knowing what to do or how to fit in, was overwhelming, and the search for a place in the conservatory continued (9m19s).
• Walking down from the upper floor, a musty smell is noticeable, reminiscent of old buildings, and the excitement of meeting a loved one is felt, with the heart beating fast, similar to the experience of seeing a long-awaited person or finding one's passion (9m28s).
• The setting appears to be a school or university, possibly a conservatory, with students working and a desire for a stage or a higher platform, evoking memories of past experiences (9m49s).
• A personal anecdote is shared about being assigned to prepare pieces, with the initial request being 2 pieces, but the individual ended up preparing 10, showcasing their diligence and work ethic (10m11s).
• The story continues with the preparation of five poems, including the first poem read at the conservatory, which was also prepared for the occasion (10m19s).

Mimar Sinan Üniversitesi ve Ailenin Endişeleri

• A year of hard work and dedication led to an opportunity to attend Mimar Sinan University, a challenging institution to get into, and the individual was accepted, although they initially considered attending as a guest student under Yıldız Kenter (10m30s).
• However, the decision was made to attend Mimar Sinan University instead, which may have been perceived as a betrayal to Yıldız Kenter, but the individual felt it was necessary to pursue their goals (10m43s).
• The conversation shifts to the topic of the individual's family not initially supporting their decision to attend the conservatory, citing concerns about the stability and financial security of a career in the arts (11m14s).
• The family's concerns are expressed through phrases such as "sanat hayatın kaçışın kılıfı dır" ("art is an excuse for escaping life") and "hayalperest olma" ("don't be a dreamer"), emphasizing the need for financial stability and security (11m29s).

İnsan Olmak ve Sanat

• The individual recalls their first encounter with Müşfik Hoca, who emphasized the importance of being a good person before pursuing a career in the arts, saying "insan olun sonra ne olursanız olun" ("be a good person, and then you can be whatever you want") (11m46s).
• The pursuit of becoming a good person involves being just, fair, and understanding one's emotions, and having a calm, loving, and compassionate mind (12m14s).
• This journey is not easy, but it's about being human and experiencing various emotions such as anger, love, and hatred, while being able to reflect on them (12m30s).
• The concept of being human is still being explored, and it's possible that it's a combination of different things, but it's not yet fully understood (13m14s).
• Many roles have been experienced in the process of becoming human, and it's essential to acknowledge the importance of self-love and compassion (13m20s).
• A metaphor is used to describe the importance of individuality and harmony, where a beautiful landscape is imagined with trees, mountains, and a sea or lake (13m42s).
• If the trees, sea, and mountains were to give up their unique qualities, the harmony and beauty of the landscape would be lost (14m10s).
• Similarly, when individuals find their inner artist and pursue their passions, they don't have to be the best, but they can create something beautiful and harmonious (14m51s).
• It's crucial to listen to one's inner voice and pursue one's desires, rather than being discouraged by others who may be coming from a place of concern or fear (14m58s).
• The people who discourage others from pursuing their passions are not necessarily bad or unappreciative of art, but they may be limited by their own experiences and concerns (15m14s).
• It's essential to take responsibility for one's own existence and to consider the impact of one's choices on oneself and others (15m38s).
• The importance of self-reflection and personal growth is emphasized, encouraging individuals to focus on their own journey rather than blaming or comparing themselves to others (15m49s).
• It is stated that every person, regardless of their profession, has their own unique experiences and challenges, and that being an artist is not about being a "Bohemian" but rather about working hard and dedicating oneself to their craft (16m10s).
• The idea that being an artist is a personal choice and not related to one's profession or upbringing is highlighted, and that it requires a lot of effort and dedication to succeed (16m44s).
• The speaker shares their own experiences and passion for their work, stating that they have put in a lot of effort and love into their craft, and that it is a personal choice that brings them joy (16m54s).

Hayallerin Önemi

• The speaker expresses their gratitude for the opportunity to share their thoughts and experiences, and apologizes for not being able to share more due to time constraints (17m9s).
• The speaker encourages the audience to be dreamers and to imagine their own possibilities, rather than just listening to others' ideas (17m34s).
• The speaker asks the audience to close their eyes and imagine themselves as children, wearing their favorite slippers or shoes, and to tap into their own creativity and imagination (17m50s).
• The speaker recites a poem or song lyrics, using the imagery of a pair of slippers to explore themes of longing, nostalgia, and the search for meaning and connection (18m20s).
• The speaker concludes by wishing the audience to find their own love and passion, and to never give up on their dreams (19m38s).

Annenin Doğum Günü

• Today is an emotionally significant day as an actor, which was not anticipated because the timing didn't seem right, but now it feels like the right moment (19m46s).
• This realization comes two years after the loss of a loved one, the speaker's mother (19m55s).
• The current day coincides with the mother's birthday, prompting an emotional expression of love and appreciation (20m1s).