Creating Community through Music | Jurgis Didžiulis Valencia | TEDxGateway

Core Message - Sharing emotions nourishes souls and can even be seen as nourishing the universe, according to some indigenous beliefs [2] - There is a universal desire to be open and generous with emotions, suggesting an abundance of human goodness [3] - Humanity has, to some extent, forgotten how to be emotionally generous and connect with each other [4] - Song, dance, and play are effective tools for building community, nations, tribes, or vibes [6] - Connection is a precondition for community, emphasizing the importance of looking at others and sharing emotions [7] Experiential Takeaways - Experiencing subtle human vibration can lead to a revelation and the removal of masks, revealing true selves [5] - The experience was described as unbridled humanity, achieved through play [6] - Participants may not remember the specifics, but they will remember the beautiful sensation of shared emotion [9] - Returning to this emotional space can be achieved by looking in one's heart, closing one's eyes, and singing the melody [9] - Breathing together creates a shared moment of presence [8]