TED Talks Daily TED Intersections: What makes you "you"? An actor and a neuroscientist answer | Yara Shahidi and Anil Seth
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Aug 31, 2024 
Yara Shahidi, a talented actor and producer, explores how acting touches on the essence of consciousness and identity. Joining her is Anil Seth, a cognitive neuroscientist who delves into the brain’s role in shaping our self-perception. Together, they discuss the emotional complexities actors face and how immersive performances can lead to deeper personal insights. They also tackle the intriguing implications of AI and the fluid nature of self, examining the rich interplay between neuroscience and individual experiences.
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Tinkerbell Role
- As a young actor playing Tinkerbell, Yara Shahidi had to imagine the set around her.
- She had to convince herself that simple props were elaborate objects.
Set Immersion
- Acting can involve various levels of set immersion.
- Simpler sets sometimes require more imagination from actors.
Auditory Immersion
- Yara Shahidi discovered that focusing on auditory cues helps her immerse herself in a role more effectively than visual ones.
- This reliance on sound helps her “teleport” into the scene.