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Introduction
We are living in divisive times. To help bridge the gap, Joe Salvatore, a professor of Educational Theater at NYU Steinhardt, created an experiment. He had two people — one liberal and one conservative — each writes a monologue from the perspective of the other political side, and then he had them perform those monologues. The result was eye-opening for everyone involved.
In this recorded conversation, Masako Katsura speaks with Joe Salvatore about his experiment and what he learned from it. They discuss the need for empathy and understanding in our current political climate and how we can all benefit from hearing multiple perspectives. This insightful and thought-provoking discussion will leave you with a new perspective on bridging the divide.
The conversation:
Masako Katsura and Joe Salvatore had an interesting conversation about TED Talks, life experiences, and creativity. Salvatore began by asking Katsura about her experience as a TED speaker. Katsura said that it was wonderful, and she enjoyed the process of preparing her talk. Salvatore then asked if Katsura had any advice for first-time TED speakers. Katsura said the most important thing is to be yourself and speak from the heart.
Salvatore then asked Katsura about her work as a creative coach. Katsura explained that she helps people unleash their creative potential. She said that everyone has creativity within them, but sometimes they need help accessing it. Salvatore asked how she did this. Katsura explained that she uses various techniques, including mindfulness and visualization exercises.
The conversation then turned to the topic of life experiences. Salvatore asked Katsura about her life experiences and how they influenced her work as a creative coach. Katsura shared several stories about times when she faced challenges in her own life and how she overcame them through creativity. She said that these experiences have helped her understand the power of creativity and how it can help people transform their lives.
Overall, this was a fascinating conversation between two very different people. Masako Katsura was open and honest about her experiences as a TED speaker and creative coach, while Joe Salvatore was curious about both topics. The conversation
Masako Katsura started to hypothesize about life after death which Joe Salvatore responded that death is merely an ending for the living.
She started to hypothesize about life after death which Joe Salvatore responded that death is merely an ending for the living. Masako Katsura: I have been thinking a lot lately about what happens after we die. Joe Salvatore: What do you think happens? Katsura: I am not sure. I have heard many different theories, but no one knows for sure. Salvatore: That’s true. There is a lot of speculation, but we don’t have any concrete evidence. Katsura: Do you believe in reincarnation? Salvatore: No, I don’t. But I think it’s an interesting idea. Katsura: Why don’t you believe in it? Salvatore: Well, I just don’t think it’s possible. And even if it were, I’m not sure I would want to come back as another person or animal. Katsura: What do you think happens when we die? Salvatore: I think that our consciousness simply ceases to exist. Death is just an ending for the living.
Joe then instructed her to think about what she would like to do and who she was and not obsess about the spirit world.
He instructed her to think about what she would like to do and who she was and not obsess about the spirit world. Joe believed that if she could focus on the present and the people around her, she would be able to find happiness.
Masako apologized and said that it had always been the case that her imagination and thoughts were scary to her children.
Masako Katsura is a Japanese artist who creates life-size replicas of people out of paper. In 2012, she was approached by Joe Salvatore, a professor at New York University, to create a replica of him for an art project.
During their conversation, Masako told Joe that her imagination and thoughts were always scary to her children. She apologized for any distress that she may have caused them.
Masako said that she has always used her art to deal with her fears and anxiety. She can control and keep them in her world by creating replicas of people. This allows her to feel safe and secure.
Finally, Masako discussed how
Finally, Masako discussed how the recorded conversation helped her reflect on and understand her life story. She said that she found it interesting to see how Joe Salvatore could relate his own experiences to hers and appreciated the different perspectives he brought to the conversation.
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