A moment shared through connection- Giselle Verdin 3/27

https://youtube.com/shorts/hGHCZqmBNTY

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 For my intervention I choose to follow the same inspiration of Marina Abramovic's project. I was able to use the help of my mother and my little sister. My mom is an "old fashion hispanic" and typically expects the best from all of her children and wants us to be successful. Due to this my mom has applied academic pressure to each one of my siblings including me. This has caused us to be very fearful of her and afraid of messing up.Students' mental health, general wellbeing, and academic achievement can all suffer greatly from academic pressure. Stress-related symptoms including sleeplessness, exhaustion, headaches, or mood swings might result from it. Academic burnout, depression, and anxiety disorders can all be made more likely by prolonged academic strain.

The aim of the project "Presence: A Shared Moment of Connection" is to provide a genuine and significant human connection experience in a public place. Through the chance to participate in a small but meaningful act of presence with one another, this performance intervention seeks to counter the dominant culture of isolation and detachment. In the video above you can see how my little sister is tired and drained from the judgement of my mom as she always has to try her best especially since she is the youngest after all because the rest of us are all grown up and she is on her own. 

The initiative aims to promote empathy, understanding, and a sense of common humanity by asking participants to sit face-to-face in silence while maintaining eye contact. "Presence" provides a space for people to slow down, be totally present, and establish deeper connections with others in a society that is frequently defined by activity, distractions, and digital communication. It's critical for parents to provide a loving, secure space for their kids to express themselves, make errors, and grow from setbacks. Children's anxieties of failing their parents can be reduced and their general well-being and resilience can be enhanced by fostering open communication, delivering constructive criticism, and showing them unconditional love and acceptance. 

The quote from The Art of Activism, "Art has the power to challenge the status quo and provoke critical thought on social issues." pg 72 implies that by providing alternate viewpoints, stories, and interpretations of reality, art may question and challenge established standards. Art has the ability to upend complacency and provoke thought about presumptions, customs, and hierarchies of power that could be oppressive or unfair. Another important quote from chapter 4, "The power of solidarity lies in our ability to stand together, united in our pursuit of justice." pg 92. This expression highlights the value of teamwork and group effort. It implies that when people band together and support one another, they may do more with more influence and efficacy. People's voices, resources, and power are amplified when they stand together, which increases the likelihood that injustices will be acknowledged and rectified.