My Anxiety Disorder

Today, I want to share publicly that I have an anxiety disorder that impacts every aspect of my life. I was diagnosed at 19 with Generalized Anxiety Disorder, considered a mental illness, and have been in therapy and on medication for 13 years. My hope is to help de-stigmatize mental illness, and to open a dialogue about the relationship between creativity and mental health, within the context of a pandemic that has impacted us all. It is my belief that creativity and emotional vitality are so inherently linked. There is a myth that a tortured psyche creates great art, but in my experience, the healthier I’ve become, the more powerful my music becomes, because it grows closer and closer to reflecting and expressing my authentic self. Working towards mental health enables us to reach our full potential in all areas of our life.

 

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