Join us in this episode of TAD as Melissa, owner of Lemon Balm Ceramics, discusses her journey of grief and how she turned it into a meaningful business.

We discuss the transformative power of art, the cathartic process of creating, and the journey of transitioning from a mental health career to a creative business. Melissa shares her experiences with grief and burnout and the importance of maintaining passion and integrity in her work. The conversation highlights the significance of finding creative outlets for emotional expression and the challenges of pricing art.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to TAD

00:57 Art as a Tool for Healing

05:07 The Journey of Melissa: From Mental Health to Pottery

09:37 Finding Catharsis in Creativity

14:17 Navigating the Transition to a Creative Career

19:08 The Emotional Impact of Creating Meaningful Art

22:17 Maintaining Passion and Integrity in Business

24:20 Curating a Creative Community

31:20 Navigating the Market Landscape

35:34 Building Relationships Over Marketing

40:58 Taking the First Steps in Creativity

45:01 Lessons Learned Along the Journey

47:44 Celebrating Community and Support