Are we creatives always “in our feels”? Emotional connection and expression is at the heart of most creative work. We think and feel, then we create as a response. But what do we do with the emotions that don’t get worked out in our performances and artworks? In this episode, we take a deeper dive into the emotions that can paralyze and trap us into a tailspin of imbalanced and rollercoaster feelings. As a remedy for this unhealthy cycle, we’re sharing three major mindsets that we all must consider in order to have healthy responses to the emotions that accompany our creative lives. What you’ll learn from this episode: Why emotions are a natural, but unpredictable part of our creative process Key components of emotional health in the life of a Christian creative Why you can’t medicate yourself through creative work How to avoid taking on the emotions of your audience and viewers How emotions can be a friend and not a foe Links related to this episode Sign up for our next FREE Creative Masterclass to achieve massive success in 2021! godandgigs.com/2021training Learn about The 4 Questions you need to ask before going Full-Time in Arts and Entertainment Read our in-depth blog series on Creative Emotional Labor Join our God and Gigs Facebook Group! SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Don't miss an episode! Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts or your preferred app and then please leave us a review! It only takes a minute and will help other creatives find this podcast and gain inspiration and encouragement. Theme Music Performed by Teja Veal, from "The Hopeless Romantic EP” We’ve love to hear your thoughts about this episode… Tap HERE to send us a text! Support the show NEW DEVOTIONAL ON YOUVERSION! Would you like to understand God's creative process and apply it to your life? Check out our new YouVersion Bible reading plan here! NEW "DISCOVER YOUR CREATIVE PERSONALITY" QUIZ! We've developed this quiz to help you diagnose and discover where you currently stand in your journey as a faith-focused artist. You'll find out which of the 5 Christian Creative Personalities you're currently operating in and how to improve on your strengths and get help with your weaknesses. Take the 5- minute quiz HERE PODCAST MERCH Get God and Gigs themed gear, clothing and accessories HERE! GOT VALUE FROM THIS PODCAST? Exchange VALUE 4 VALUE! You can share: TIME: Send this episode to someone who you know would enjoy it TALENT: Email your art or music to add to our community to allen@godandgigs.com TREASURE: Tap HERE to pick an amount to support the podcast monthly, OR: Get a modern podcast app that allows you support us IN REAL TIME by sending us value digitally! Get a new podcast app that supports these new features HERE.