Why Being an Artist Can Be Painful

Why does it hurt so much to be an artist? Why do artists seem to struggle with depression and anxiety more so than those who do not identify as creatives?
Artists are sensitive and empathic individuals. While sensitivity does not = fragility, being a creative with the capacity to feel and express so deeply can be challenging without the right tools.

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Thank you

[@jon2.059]

"substance abuse" me looking at my beer im drinking at 8am hmm yeah u right

[@CreativeConsciousLiving]

It can be tough managing alcohol, do you feel you have enough resources to do so?