You’ve probably heard it — or said it — before: “I just need to power through.” Maybe it’s a deadline. A burst of inspiration you don’t want to lose. Or the lingering belief that pushing through pain is part of being a “real” artist. But over time, that habit can cost you more than you realize….
Understanding trauma responses in creative professionals and how to offer meaningful support Creative people are often described as expressive, passionate, and emotionally driven. But what happens when they go quiet? What happens when the writer no longer writes, the artist avoids the studio, or the maker forgets what it feels like to create? In my…
Understanding the real reasons artists, writers, and makers struggle to create, and how to support them If you’re a creative professional or someone who supports creatives, you’ve likely heard this before: “I just can’t seem to get started.”“I know what I want to make, but I’m not doing it.”“I feel like I’m lazy, but I…