I believe that our creativity grows like sidewalk weeds out of the cracks between our pathologies—not from the pathologies themselves. But so many people think it’s the other way around. For this reason, you will often meet artists who deliberately cling to their suffering, their addictions, their fears, their demons. They worry that if they ever

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Shame is the opposite of art. When you live inside of your shame, everything you see is inadequate and embarrassing. A lifetime of traveling and having adventures and not being tethered to long-term commitments looks empty and pathetic and foolish, through the

lens of shame. You haven't found a partner. Your face is aging. Your body will only grow... See more

Creativity has long been intertwined with emotion, often serving as a channel for people’s emotions. Whether through poetry, songs, or other forms of art, these creations often emerge from places of vulnerability, joy, or pain.