In this heartfelt episode, Paige sits down with Paula, a German artist and writer, to talk about how art became her lifeline through depression, trauma, and transformation. From her time in a psychiatric hospital discovering art therapy, to rebuilding her life through creative community and courage, Paula shares a raw and deeply inspiring story about the power of making things simply for the sake of healing. Paige and Paula explore:

• How art can reconnect us to joy and purpose after struggle
  
  
• Living with and healing from depression
  
  
• Building creative community through honesty and humor
  
  
• Finding structure, self-compassion, and meaning in dark seasons
  
  
• The beauty of connection - checking in with loved ones and showing up for each other

💡 Trigger warning: This episode includes open discussion around depression and mental health.


💌 Connect with Paula on Substack and Instagram at @the.aspiring.artist.Listen, share, and don’t forget to send that “thinking of you” message to someone you love today!