When Creative Spaces Don’t Hold You | Boundaries, Burnout & the Artist Mindset S2E5

Not every place that feels warm is meant to hold you.In this episode of Artists Mindset (Season 2, Episode 5), I talk openly about something many artists, creatives, and cultural workers struggle with — the blurred line between work, friendship, and personal space in creative environments.From non-profit spaces and collectives to cultural events and artistic communities, kindness and openness can sometimes create confusion. When does connection turn into expectation? When does passion quietly turn into exhaustion?This episode is a reflection on:• Creative boundaries• Emotional labor in art spaces• The pressure to always perform or network• Distinguishing work spaces from places that truly hold you• Giving yourself permission to rest and just beIf you’re an artist, freelancer, or someone whose work is also their passion, this episode is for you.🤍 SUPPORT MY ART JOURNEYIf this podcast resonates with you and you’d like to support my work and future projects, you can support my journey here:🎨 GoFundMe:👉 https://gofund.me/cee3f4adb See my future events: https://linktr.ee/artconnects Every share, comment, or contribution means more than you know.⏱ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Not every place that feels warm is meant to hold you00:17 – Welcome back to Artists Mindset01:55 – The grey zone between work & friendship in creative spaces03:33 – Expecting too much because people are kind05:16 – Always performing vs being yourself08:06 – Work, free time & leaving the “mask” at home10:26 – Boundaries, burnout & creating your own 9-to-5 as an artist