I feel that I am more open-minded, sensitive, and empathetic towards others...I feel a connection with people who have experienced mental illness...
I'm an art student, and it has both fueled and hindered my creativity. When I was younger, I used to write a lot of poetry b/c I couldn't vocalize what I wanted to say...Eventually I just shut myself off from my emotions entirely, and I can't even write anymore...Also, I've wanted to address some of my "issues" in my art, but am too scared to...Or I am too depressed and anxious and doubt my ability as an artist all together, so I figure why bother.
I hate to say it, but lately it's been hindering me a lot.
