Tamara d'Amato
It’s nothing new that artists often face health problems, both physical and mental. In fact, especially after the outbreak of covid, many artists have decided to seek out psychological support. The artist’s solitary life is a choice, of course, but this often leaves them without the support of others when it comes to taking care of their mental and physical health. By avoiding this care, the repercussions could seriously affect their working sphere. That is why, in this story, we will talk to you about the problems an artist often encounters during their long working hours, in the hope that you will be vigilant and take care of yourself more consistently.
Artists and mental health: Burnout
Therapist: What do you do when you are not drawing?
Illustrator: What a question, I draw.An illustrator’s psychological session
One of the biggest problems artists face is burnout. When you’re constantly working, it’s easy to lose yourself in your work and forget to take care of yourself.
This can lead to serious health problems, both mental and physical. It’s important to take breaks when you can and to make sure you’re getting enough rest. Otherwise, you run the risk not being able to work at your best.
The remedy to avoid burnout is to have regular working hours and to take breaks during the day.
In this way, work cannot take over the rest of your life.
I know it sounds absurd, but drawing is also a job, and like all jobs, after hours of constant effort, it needs a break.
By taking breaks, you’re giving your mind and body a chance to rest and recharge. This way, when you sit down to work again, you’ll be refreshed and ready to give it your all.
Artists and mental health: Anxiety
Anxiety is a very real and serious problem for many artists. It can be caused by the pressure to perform, the fear of failure, or simply the stress of working long hours.
It’s important to find ways to relax and to manage your anxiety. Otherwise, it will take a toll on your health and your work. There are a number of things you can do to help manage your anxiety.
Anxiety can be debilitating for an artist. Working with customers and short-term deliveries in a state of anxiety is very difficult. Not only could it lead to panic attacks, but it could put you in the position of not making lucid choices, both in communication with the client and in the quality of the work.It’s important to be aware of the symptoms of anxiety, so that you can manage it and not let it take over your life. Symptoms of anxiety can include: feeling restless or on edge, feeling like your mind is going blank, feeling easily fatigued, feeling irritable, having muscle tension and difficulty concentrating.
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, it’s important to take a step back and assess the situation.
Ask you some of these questions:
Am I taking on too much work? Do I need to take a break? Is there anything I can do to ease the anxiety, such as exercise or relaxation techniques?
First, it’s important to understand what causes your anxiety. Once you know what triggers your anxiety, you can start to find ways to avoid or minimize those triggers.
Second, it’s important to find healthy ways to cope with your anxiety. This might include exercise, relaxation techniques, or talking to a therapist.
Third, it’s important to seek professional help if your anxiety is severe or if it’s impacting your ability to function in your everyday life. Don’t be afraid to ask for help.
Artists and mental health: Depression
Artists often face depression due to the isolation of working alone, the pressure to be creative, or the stress of meeting deadlines. Depression can lead to serious health problems, both mental and physical. It’s important to find ways to cope with depression and to get help if you need it. Otherwise, it will take a toll on your health and your work.There are a few things that can help you cope with depression:
– First, it’s important to build a support network. This can be friends, family, or even other artists. Having people to talk to who understand what you’re going through can be a huge help.
– Second, make sure to take care of yourself. This means getting enough sleep, eating healthy, and exercising. Taking care of your body will help your mind feel better as well.
– Third, don’t be afraid to seek professional help if you need it. There’s no shame in getting help from a therapist or counselor. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, they can help you figure out a plan to get better.
Dealing with these problems is common among artists, but it is important to seek help immediately when they arise. Your family and friends can be a great support system and your doctor can help point you in the right direction to manage and solve your problems. By seeking help early on, you can prevent these problems from getting deep inside you.
We hope this story helps you if you find yourself in one of these situations, and we suggest reading up on another important issue you may be facing without even knowing it: “Is The Artist’s Imposter Syndrome Driving You To Failure?”
