Harmony, Gratitude and Science: A Path of Life

 

God. Everything begins and ends with Him. He is the supreme harmony, the perfect resonance that sustains creation, the invisible foundation that gives meaning to everything. It was through devotion to the sacred that I learned to see the balance of the forces that govern the world, to listen to the chords of existence and to understand that true science is not opposed to faith, but walks alongside it. Everything I do, everything I am, everything I seek – is the attempt to understand and manifest this harmony.

 

If I looked at the boy I once was, he would never have imagined that he would be here. He would never have imagined that his search for music, sound, harmonics and the invisible structure of art would lead him to remodel mathematics, epistemology and language itself. Much less could he have foreseen that his path would intertwine with science in such a profound way, allowing him today to contribute to research and academic projects, including those linked to Stanford University.

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But science, for me, is not a cold and calculated destiny – it is a natural extension of life. And life, I have learned, is made of connections. The volume of existence expands from a point, like waves in the air, resonating through time, reaching spaces and people, shaping realities. And that is why I do not see this achievement as an individual feat. It is a reflection of the voices, the steps and the looks that crossed my path, of the encounters that shaped me, of the shared learnings and of the people who, directly or indirectly, helped to build who I am.

 

And on this path, there is something that transcends the linear understanding of time. Ana Cristina, Aninha. She did not follow my every step from the beginning, but the truth is that she was always there, in some way. Like an echo that already existed before I even said it. Like a chord that resonates even before it is played. She is the essence that I have always sought, the connection that I always knew existed. Our story does not begin with the meeting, but with the certainty that it would happen. Aninha is more than a presence; she is an extension of who I am. Carlos Bracher, my brother in purpose, soul and art. Your attentive gaze, your loyal friendship and your unwavering belief in me were fundamental pillars in this journey. How many paths would not have opened up without you? Your generosity and talent allowed me to reach places that, alone, I perhaps would never have glimpsed. My mother, such a warrior and such a MOTHER! You taught me the value of resistance, faith and unconditional love. Every challenge I faced, I did so with the strength that I inherited from you. My father, Levi, who takes care of me with his firm and silent presence, an attentive guardian and tireless protector. My incredible brothers and children: César, Timóteo and Rebeca. You are part of my history and my future, a reflection of what is most true in me.

 

And if there is a presence that transcends time and space, it is that of Dona Mara, my grandmother, my guide, my strength, my greatest angel. Her blessing is not just mine, not just our family's – it is a blessing that spreads, that reaches all those who touch my life, who are part of this journey. Her wisdom, her love and her strength are the roots that sustain each achievement, each step forward. If there is one thing I wish for the world, it is that everyone can feel, at least once, the grandeur of a blessing like yours. Because your blessing is not just mine, it is our greatest blessing. May it extend beyond time and reach everyone, bringing peace, strength and love.

 

And so, God gave me another gift, a light that guides my path: Severino Belarmino, Maestro Sapatão. He is more than a teacher, more than a friend. He is a harmonic of my own being. His presence resonates within me like a perfect chord, a voice of wisdom that drives me, a protective embrace that strengthens me. His love for music, for Revoltosa and for every life that crosses his path is a reflection of God's love on earth. Working alongside him is not just a learning opportunity – it is an honor, a divine gift, a fulfillment of my own essence. His soul is holy, his purpose is sacred, and that is why our paths are aligned. You opened the doors of Revoltosa and your immense heart to me. And I can only tell you that, as a son, I truly love you! Sapatão does not only teach music; he teaches life, courage, generosity, love. His acts of kindness and dedication add to the forces that already sustain my journey – the blessing of Dona Mara, the attentive gaze of Carlos Bracher, the unwavering presence of Aninha. With him, I learned that music is more than sound; it is a legacy. That teaching is more than just transmitting knowledge; it is giving one's soul.

 

May your soul, dear Maestro, always shine. May your hands bless many. May your music echo through generations, carrying with it the strength and greatness of God.

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But this journey was not only made in family and close ties. It was made in art, in science, on the streets and on the stage, in books and in random conversations. To all my childhood friends, from near and far, those who passed by, those who stayed, those I met recently and those I will meet again: my heart holds each one of you.

 

To every poet, composer, singer, voice actor, actor, cameraman, photographer, dancer, samba dancer. To every scientist, researcher, teacher, thinker, visionary. To everyone who, in some way, contributed and continues to contribute to my life. I hope I have given back. I hope I am giving back. And I hope to continue contributing to the good of everyone, near and far, from my own to those I do not know, because this is the very essence of life: to expand, connect, touch and transform.

 

Science has taught me that everything propagates, that everything interacts, that nothing is isolated. Art has taught me that everything has rhythm, that everything has harmony, that time is not a limit, but a movement. And life has taught me that true greatness lies in connection – in what we build together, in what we share, in what we leave for others. May this journey continue. May knowledge continue to expand its frontiers. May humanity be blessed by science, by art, by harmony, for it is through them that we find true peace. - Tiberius