Bringing Your Full Voice to Life | Barbara McAfee | TEDxGustavusAdolphusCollege

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  • No matter what you do for a living, you spend a good part of every day in conversation - at work, at home, and in your community. As important as our voices are, few of us know how to use them to their full potential. Many of us feel self-conscious about how we sound, but don’t know how to make authentic, lasting change in our voices.
    Barbara created the Five Elements Framework through decades of voice coaching with people from many walks of life. It offers a pragmatic (and fun) way to increase vocal awareness, flexibility, and expression in everyday communication. The framework shows you how to use your voice to project authority, express passion, convey empathy, and invoke inspiration. Discovering your own full voice brings hidden gifts to light and awakens a deeper level of listening to yourself and others.
    Barbara McAfee is a voice coach, singer/songwriter, keynoter, and author who merges lessons from 12 years in organization development with the transformative power of sound.
    This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx

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  • @lachirios4455
    @lachirios4455 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    📍Earth voice 7:53 - authority
    📍Fire voice 9:24 g passion and personal power, public speaking
    📍Water voice 11:13 - best for apology
    📍Metal voice 12:30 - best in noisy environment
    📍Air voice 14:13 -storytelling

  • @kadymalloyvoice
    @kadymalloyvoice 9 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    vocal empowerment through psychology - I have been doing exactly this for years- making children and adults alike trust their own voices and volume - you are brilliant thank you for this gift

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Kady Malloy Thanks, Kady! So happy to know you are out there calling forth voices. Blessings....

    • @emmalikesflowers
      @emmalikesflowers 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Bubblegum Kush Thank you so much for sharing your gifts and knowledge 💐

  • @alanbhattarai
    @alanbhattarai 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    this is the one of the best ted x talks show love you Barbara McAfee

  • @MekhiTV
    @MekhiTV 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    She literally classified the human voice and sound into the 4 elements. Using yoga. Psychology and a dash of class. Well done Barbara 💕 and thank you so much Queen

  • @MegaZoomeZ
    @MegaZoomeZ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nice to see the audience really into it

  • @MrBryan90
    @MrBryan90 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This element system is perfect.

  • @AvrahamNKluger
    @AvrahamNKluger 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Barbara,
    Your presentations rings truth. At the age of 46 I thought that while I have an organ with several keyboards, I limited my life to a small range on one keyboard. At the age of 48, I started taking voice classes, and now some 9 years later I am still discovering new colors in my voice (in my self). BRAVO.
    Avi

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Avraham N Kluger Thanks so much, Avi! So happy to hear you are opening up your voice and your life.

  • @mikomichael9555
    @mikomichael9555 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Her Voice is awesome, i could listen to it all day!

  • @siouxsea2612
    @siouxsea2612 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The ending made me cry a bit : ) BEAUTIFUL thank you

  • @Inglesao
    @Inglesao 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    She is great!

  • @makaylahollywood3677
    @makaylahollywood3677 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love this. She is real, gifted and sharing something beautiful and powerful. Lovely, brilliant talk;-)
    I would love to take classes from this woman.

  • @devorazack4968
    @devorazack4968 9 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    barbara is one of a kind, and we are all better for her voice in the world...

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Devora Zack Thank you so much!

  • @Biky750
    @Biky750 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thank you, this touches me!

  • @adriennewicker5214
    @adriennewicker5214 8 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I first learned about Full Voice when I attended a presentation that Barbara did at a conference. It was a powerful session then and watching the video just now brought me back to that experience. A reminder to invite all of my voices out to play (and work).

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I am glad you made use of this to continue your vocal workouts, Adrienne!

  • @SherryKWillette
    @SherryKWillette 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank You for sharing... Multiple Sclerosis took my normal speech away. I stammer at times now..Your inspiring..☺

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Sherry - I hope you find ways to express yourself with this new voice.....blessings.

  • @RyanVoorhies
    @RyanVoorhies 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    incredibly eloquent presentation! wow!

  • @adejoke4875
    @adejoke4875 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What an amazing, responsive and cooperative audience.

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, they certainly were! Thank you for the comment....

  • @donraccoon6316
    @donraccoon6316 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Barbara the best! 😍

  • @amyaldred729
    @amyaldred729 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    wow. this is so inspiring and powerful, i did not know any of this thank you so much!

  • @funwithavril
    @funwithavril 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You are awesome in every voice and every way, Barbara McAfee!

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Avril Orloff Thanks, Peaches!

  • @stagesbookingandpromotions3548
    @stagesbookingandpromotions3548 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Excellent talk, Barbara

  • @marinasmusings1231
    @marinasmusings1231 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This is fantastic!!! Thank you! I'm currently writing a speech and I will definitely keep this in mind for my delivery. :-)

  • @christianworth9276
    @christianworth9276 9 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Well done Barbara! Useful, entertaining, educational.... and fun !

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Christian Worth Thank you, Christian!

  • @paxqi1005
    @paxqi1005 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    A treasure of a find! I so enJOYed this, Barbara, Thank You! You are amazing and powerful!

  • @ashleyvalentin3210
    @ashleyvalentin3210 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Loved this!

  • @user-xc9hu5wv3u
    @user-xc9hu5wv3u 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is great I love this talk it's very helpful I found that my natural voice is fire and I use water if I'm talking with strangers but I learnt how to use the three other voices and I know when to use each one thank you so much

  • @juliewg
    @juliewg 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    LOVE this talk... entertaining and powerful.

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks, Julie!

  • @OseTaVoix
    @OseTaVoix 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    thanks a lot for this talk, very inspiring and funny

  • @davidhendley5775
    @davidhendley5775 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Bravo Barbara! Love all your voices. Keep it up.

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      David Hendley Thank you, David!

  • @emilythesongbird2306
    @emilythesongbird2306 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thank you Barbara! You embodied with joy, lightness and power the truth of the voice I have come to understand through my own personal journey with my voice. I am deeply grateful for this reminder and for the added dimension of the 5 elements. I've never considered this dimension, but it makes so much sense. Many Blessings, Emily

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much for your kind words, Emily!

    • @emilythesongbird2306
      @emilythesongbird2306 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mcafeemusic Just watched this again 5 years later and am delighted with your approach. Your playful presence and thoughtful teaching is brilliant!

  • @christinaschulz131
    @christinaschulz131 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    She is just amazing!!

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you, Christina!

  • @laurajoviala
    @laurajoviala 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    great talk! really enjoyed it! thanks..

  • @liliyalilac2306
    @liliyalilac2306 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love love love this talk ❤❤❤

  • @nooriman5944
    @nooriman5944 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow thank you so much. Your are just awesome.

  • @jurogge
    @jurogge 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Que pessoa maravilhosa! 💛 Me inspirou tanto! Obrigada!

  • @xxxnsfw
    @xxxnsfw 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very good teaching method and delivery.

  • @RitaSaghen
    @RitaSaghen 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank You for this amazing talk! I am truely inspired to take control of my voice from now on. It was a real pleasure to listen to You, Barbara.

  • @PeteMachalek
    @PeteMachalek 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Barbara, you rock!

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Pete Machalek Thanks, Pete! It was a joy to share the stage with you!

  • @AbirLati
    @AbirLati 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That's amazing ❤ I hope you are safe in this hard time ❤ much much love for YOU. I'll start practicing as soon as my family wake 😁

  • @Dizasteroner
    @Dizasteroner 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Love it..specially because she uses the elements, the base of everything.
    Many thanks =D

  • @brendashenda4249
    @brendashenda4249 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wonderful!

  • @kessangla7864
    @kessangla7864 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    you are amazing!

  • @RandyWeeks
    @RandyWeeks 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great talk! Inspiring, useful, and memorable, too. Thanks for the images and examples on all 5. 😎

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Randy Weeks Thanks, Randy.....

  • @IMrajnishsingh
    @IMrajnishsingh 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Gonna start practicing,but only when I am alone!

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes, Rajnish -- alone is a good place to start!

  • @angelacai7301
    @angelacai7301 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you Barbara, it was amazing talk. I'm inspired by the book you wrote < The Voice> started my journey of opening up my full voice :) Really appreciate what you are sharing!!!

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks so much, Angela! Hope you enjoy your vocal adventures....

  • @karollewicki9586
    @karollewicki9586 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great woman

  • @zitko04
    @zitko04 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you Barbara (: this is just what i needed today

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nik Kočevar So happy to hear it, Nik!

  • @VondaVadenBates10thDot
    @VondaVadenBates10thDot 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    BRAVEO! YES!

  • @HaleyMary
    @HaleyMary 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such an amazing talk!

  • @leRadicidelPiacere
    @leRadicidelPiacere 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    free voice, free personality

  • @amandasaintil3600
    @amandasaintil3600 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent information in this presentation. I would like to give credit to 5 Element theory and Traditional Chinese Medicine. I learned about this in my Shiatsu Massage and Acupressure classes.

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Amanda! The elements I use are slightly different from the Chinese ones. Elements are everywhere, yes?

  • @LynnOBrienLove
    @LynnOBrienLove 9 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    profound being. :) love this woman.

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Lynn O'Brien Thank you, Lynn! It's so mutual....

  • @lijokjose
    @lijokjose 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is beautiful... Love it...

  • @MelissaLeao
    @MelissaLeao 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a nice talk and what a beautiful person she is! Very inspiring!

  • @rodrigomejiaarmijo
    @rodrigomejiaarmijo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    superb!

  • @AnnaZaidman
    @AnnaZaidman ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing speech!!!

  • @DarlaReborn
    @DarlaReborn 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That was amazing!!!

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Darla Reborn Thanks so much!

  • @OkOk-ii5yc
    @OkOk-ii5yc 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was phenominal!

  • @GreatWhiteMysteries-kb4uw
    @GreatWhiteMysteries-kb4uw 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow!

  • @stephaniemenning6539
    @stephaniemenning6539 9 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Superb!

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Stephanie Menning Thanks, Stephanie!

  • @chrismadu7730
    @chrismadu7730 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful

  • @joseromerokeith423
    @joseromerokeith423 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Dear Barbara. Thank you for sharing this TED talk with your ALIA friends. It became a true gift of live to enter into your energy again; the scenography is superbly implemented; the content of the talk highly refined, useful, can´t wait to take a VOICE workshop with you. where is the info?; your delivery was fun, communicative and enlightening. With gratitude, José (loads of love from Mexico- our love to Meg)

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      José K. Romero Hello Jose' --- I was just thinking about you and our wonderful conversation at ALIA years ago. I offer voice workshops from time to time. It would be a joy to welcome you into one of those! I will send your love to Meg next time I see her -- in August. Warmly, Barbara

  • @rhondawalker3795
    @rhondawalker3795 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a wonderful communication lesson for everyone, speakers or not

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rhonda Walker Thanks so much, Rhonda!

  • @carlospaivabr
    @carlospaivabr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Vem para o Brasil :)

  • @TrueAngel1963
    @TrueAngel1963 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes.

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rebecca Smith Thank you!

  • @AsteriETERNAL
    @AsteriETERNAL 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    :-)) That was pretty coOL! Loved it!

  • @atefalmalky9268
    @atefalmalky9268 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is amazing video, i love it

  • @josephfernando4867
    @josephfernando4867 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Phenomenal...

  • @BluegillGreg
    @BluegillGreg 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That piano is Yamaha's least expensive keyboard with its best action, it's in a steel case, and it has stereo high output low noise balanced trs jacks as well as standard and usb midi.

  • @ravenlittlewing3783
    @ravenlittlewing3783 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I would Love to know the name of the Song she opened this with!!!

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is called Navajo Blessing. The tune is by Jody Healy with words by Kabir.

  • @INDIANXxhgpp9907
    @INDIANXxhgpp9907 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    highly recommended :
    Set your voice free

  • @Mr_T_Abe
    @Mr_T_Abe ปีที่แล้ว

    You gotta love contraltos

  • @s.a.mckernan3684
    @s.a.mckernan3684 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What was that song she sang at the beginning?

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's called Navajo Blessing by Jody Healy. Lyrics by Kabir.

  • @zuchampkikon3163
    @zuchampkikon3163 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome talk....... Mam, I loose my voice (change in the voice) after talking for sometime. I have a problem of having to clear my throat coz of constant mucus filling in the throat. I have visited an ENT doctor, all is well except because of gastric reflux for which the doctor has prescribed medicines. I feel my life is lifeless because the tone of my voice is not consistent. I have to change my facial expression to try coping up with my voice tone. It is completely tearing my life apart. Please help me or refer me to some sites if possible. Thanks & sincere regards.

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      So sorry to hear about your struggles with your voice. It sounds like you are doing all you can to address it. Best of luck....

    • @blueskies773
      @blueskies773 ปีที่แล้ว

      This was 4 years ago. I hope you’re doing well. I would visit a naturopath. I had constant mucus in my throat after being exposed to mold. It went away after a lengthy detox.

  • @stephaniefink8599
    @stephaniefink8599 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No data privacy in our voices - that's the truth! Can practice with the five voice elements change that?

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm not sure if practicing the Five Elements will shift that -- but becoming more intentional about how you speak can ensure better communications....

  • @NishantDwivediMusic
    @NishantDwivediMusic 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    She copied the lyrics from an Indian Song by Anup Jalota
    In hindi it was...
    "Jab hum paida huey
    Jag hase hum Roye
    Aisi Karni kar chalo
    Hum hase jag Roye"
    Hahahaha.. We Indians are great musicians to copy from, Good work ! :P

  • @51tomtomtom
    @51tomtomtom 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    but who says "Lasagna" ?

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes - it's a funny way to open up a loud, fiery sound. It helps people get used to being that loud, so when they dial it back to everyday speech, it won't feel so odd. Thanks for the question.

  • @Cyallaire
    @Cyallaire 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hillary Clinton has the metal voice in spades.

    • @cinmac3
      @cinmac3 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cynthia Allaire what do you mean by that, Cynthia?

  • @Wicktoria
    @Wicktoria 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That yamny sound made me yawn

    • @mcafeemusic
      @mcafeemusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes - happens all the time! Thank you.

  • @Andy-pp5ic
    @Andy-pp5ic 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is all great but from sounding like a girl she sounds like a guy and that is not good

  • @kathleensarachinsky1460
    @kathleensarachinsky1460 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Too much canned laughter.. Worthless video