How artists can beat burnout
You love making art. But one day you wake up, and you just… can’t. What’s happening? Burnout isn’t just a throwaway catchphrase, it’s a real condition, says
Dr Lynda Shaw, a neuroscientist, business psychologist and change specialist. “It can be caused by periods of additional anxiety or pressure, difficulty separating work and personal life, or a work/life balance that’s out of kilter,” she explains.
“Working too many hours, spreading yourself too thin, and especially at the moment, facing pressures of an ncertain job market, will all contribute. Feeling burnout can influence every aspect of your life, from your work
