Your Work (and your Mental Health) Matter with Grace Lane-Smith

Ever feel like you're just pretending to be an artist? You're not alone! Join me and mixed media artist Grace Lane-Smith as we tackle the pervasive issue of imposter syndrome that plagues so many in the creative community. We share our personal experiences and discuss how recognizing the value of your own work can be the first step towards banishing self-doubt. We also look at how the confidence of others can serve as inspiration and the importance of having a community to navigate the unique challenges of a creative career.

In the second half, we also delve into the power of nature in inspiring and grounding us in our creative processes. We explore the emotional journey that accompanies the creation of art and the faith that somewhere, someone will connect with our work. But the realities of the digital age can be a challenge, so we also talk about practical strategies to disconnect and recharge. This episode is sure to leave you inspired and equipped with new strategies to confidently share your art, balance your digital life, and navigate your creative journey.

(00:09) Finding Confidence in the Creative Journey

(11:09) Creating and Sharing Art

(30:35) Strategies for Disconnecting From Digital Life

One Thing This Week

What’s one way you can start intentionally disconnecting from the digital world each week? Begin to implement this in your week to week. If it doesn’t work perfectly, that’s okay. Give yourself the grace to let go of the tactic or try again.

Connect with Grace Lane Smith

Learn more about Grace and her work at www.gracelanesmithart.com or connect on Instagram, Facebook, or Arterra Gallery

Snag Grace's tiny e-book on navigating back from burnout.

Connect with Victoria Hines

www.victoriahines.com OR on instagram @thevictoriahines

Feeling lost, stuck, or overwhelmed in your career? Grab my free Creative Career Audit to discover what's no longer working.

Keywords

Creativity, Self-Belief, Imposter Syndrome, Creative Career, Nature, Creating Art, Sharing Art, Setting Boundaries, Digital Detox, Burnout