Mental Health
Relevant blog posts
Coping with Writer’s Block
If you're on the creative end of the arts, you have probably at some point felt creatively "blocked," as though you reached a brick wall and can't figure out how to break through. Here are some tips for avoiding and countering writer's block: You Don't Have to...
Coping with Failure
One of the most paralyzing fears for many artists is a fear of failure. However, we often fall into the trap of fearing failure and dreaming of success without really defining either term. In my experience, too few artists really live with the...
Stress Management
Musicians are often under high amounts of stress. Gaining a better understanding of stress can help you learn to manage it. Stress management is a lifetime commitment, but you will be hard-pressed to find something else with as much of a pay-off for your quality (and...
A Primer for First-Time-In-College Students
Congratulations on starting your college career! In my time in higher education, I've noticed a number of similar problems that first-time-in-college students tend to have when they arrive. I recommend that all college students familiarize themselves with these...
Resources
- Breathing GIF
- Calm App (paid smartphone application)
- Find a Therapist or Psychiatrist (Psychology Today)
- Stress Management Website (resources are not free)