Fresh Fusion

41: Mental Health and the Creative Freelancer


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A few years ago I realized I was suffering from acute depression. It was affecting my work and my quality of life. Today, I am doing much better, but I must remain vigilant not to slide back into old patterns and negative mindsets. As a creative freelancer, there are certain pitfalls which can have an adverse effect on my mental health, and that’s what I talk about in today’s episode. NOTE: you don’t have to be a freelancer to appreciate today’s conversation! There’s a little something here for everybody. 🙂

Topics include:

  • Dealing with isolation
  • Coming to grips with financial instability
  • The ephemeral nature of digital production
  • The importance of setting up an inspiring workspace
  • Location, location, location! Where you live and work matters
  • Links & Show Notes
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    • Making the Mental Breakthrough that Depression is Rooted in Fear, Not Sadness
    • The Brain on Mindfulness: a Book Review of Mindsight by Dr. Daniel Siegel
    • Book: Mindsight, Daniel J. Siegel, M.D.
    • Book: Centering Prayer and Inner Awakening, Cynthia Bourgeault
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      Fresh FusionBy Jared White

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