Why are routines important? How do you set a routine? And how do you break them? That’s the topic of conversation on Thriving Women Artists this week. Join Ping, Sarah, and Dorien as they talk about their routines and how they can turn a bad day into a good day. 
 
KEY TAKEAWAYS

Other people can help you set a routine. Dorien goes for a walk every morning, which is a great way to get your body and mind ready for the day, but let’s face it, we can all feel a little lazy sometimes. That’s why if you set these routines with other people, you’re more likely to keep it up. 
Being an artist is such an immobile job, which can be bad for your body and mind. Sarah makes sure she has a work out before starting work. 
As a parent, Ping gets all the exercise she needs, so her morning routine involves watering her pants and relaxing with a hot drink. She also has an afternoon nap to recharge during the day. 
Balance the things you like with the things you don’t. You don’t want to have an entire day just doing the things you don’t enjoy, mix it with the things that motivate you to work. 
What routine fits you? If it doesn’t feel good then try another one. 

 
BEST MOMENTS
‘Don’t e-mail me at the weekend, I won’t get back to you’
‘It can feel selfish making something that’s just for you. But it’s not’
 
ABOUT THE PODCAST 
A serious and fun podcast for female creatives hosted by Ping, Dorien and Sarah, three happy artists from Amsterdam.  This podcast will inspire you to make a living out of your art. We welcome you to be part of this community of like-minded people.
www.thrivingwomenartists.com
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 ABOUT THE HOSTS
Ping He 
Ping is a watercolor artist. Her work is inspired by nature and her motherhood experience. She develops her greeting cards brand and teachers Botanical Illustration courses online and offline. 
www.pinghe.art
info@pinghe.art
www.instagram.com/pinghe.art
 
Sarah van Dongen 
Sarah is a children’s book illustrator and visual artist. She takes her sketchbooks and art supplies everywhere, which results in illustrations based on observation and daily life.
www.sarahvandongen.com
sarahvandongenillustration@gmail.com
www.instagram.com/sarahvandongenillustrations
 
Dorien Bellaar:
Dorien is an illustration artist. Her work is mainly focused on illustration for children, editorial/food illustration, hand lettering, and she likes to combine those into both traditional and digital art. 
www.dorienbellaar.nl
hello@dorienbellaar.nl 
www.instagram.com/dorienbellaar
 
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