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Moments in art, life, and chaos | İdil Yankı Kürten | TEDxUniversityCollegeRoosevelt
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-19 15:52
Core Concepts - The presentation explores the concepts of consciousness and awareness as personalized filters through which individuals experience the world [1][2] - It distinguishes between internal consciousness (mind experiencing itself) and external consciousness (mind experiencing the outside world) as two sides of the same coin [2][3] - Internal consciousness is depicted as a dynamic process of self-realization, often experienced during creative activities [3][4] - External consciousness is portrayed as an interaction with a chaotic and overwhelming environment [6] Artistic Representation - The artwork representing internal consciousness features colorful elements symbolizing knowledge, emotions, and thoughts [4] - The internal consciousness piece includes circular blue lines reminiscent of nurse cells, aligning with the theme [5] - The external consciousness piece uses sharp edges and wire-like figures to convey restlessness and the feeling of being overwhelmed [7] - Senses are represented as a crown-like figure, highlighting their importance in interacting with the external world [7] Personal Interpretation - The speaker realized that consciousness and awareness are bendable and resilient to external stimuli [10] - Interacting with the outside world, though sometimes tiring, ultimately allows the speaker to appreciate the serenity of internal consciousness [10]