How to beat the mid-year blues

Can you believe we are half way through 2021 already?! After what has been a turbulent year, many of us are starting to feel a little sluggish, a little overwhelmed and quite frankly, fatigued. They don’t call it the mid-year blues for nothing! Here are some quick ways to combat the mid-year blues so that the next six months are …

How to beat perfectionism

Striving for greatness is always a good thing. Many of us hope to provide value and become the pre-eminent version of ourselves in our life time. But what happens when great isn’t good enough? There seems to be this overwhelming pressure to be ‘perfect’ in today’s society. But no matter how hard you try, ‘perfect’ is impossible to achieve because …

Comparison

They say comparison is the thief of joy. Yet, it is all to easy to engage in the comparison game. We won’t judge. We’ve all been there, done that and bought the T-shirt. Whether it was a long lost friends summer vacation to Hawaii that made you want to leave your office job, pack your bags and hop on the …

Dealing with Setbacks

Setbacks and failures are a normal part of life. Without them, we wouldn’t appreciate the successes. It’s important to remember that the creative arts is a competitive industry; particularly if you are a performer. We have compiled our best tips for handling rejection so that you begin to feel better the next time you experience it. Change how you perceive …

Health and Well-being for Creatives

©Elly Fairytale via Canva.com The creative industries are engaging, fun and diverse. Whether it’s the television industry, the music industry or the theatre industry, entertainment has played an important role in public morale. They provide an escape and bring a smile to many peoples faces. However, we often overlook the mental well-being of those working in the industry; those who …