As artists, we’re generally more sensitive and more in tune with our emotions and physical wellbeing. In this episode of Thriving Women Artists, Ping, Sarah, and Dorien will be giving you tips for making sure you take care of your own wellbeing and discussing the problems we may face as artists.  
 
KEY TAKEAWAYS

It's important to work on your physical and mental health, not just when you’re struggling with it. 
Get moving! As artists we aren’t very active in our working lives, so take breaks and make sure you do something physical, even better if it’s in the fresh air. 
Keep hydrated during the day!
Think about your work space, you spend a lot of your time there. Why not invest in some ergonomic or comfortable equipment. Get a chair that properly supports your back. 
If you are struggling with your mental health, don’t be afraid to ask for help. It might sound cliché but you’re not alone and other people feel the way you do. 


BEST MOMENTS
‘There are so many deadlines to meet, but you only have one body to look after’ 
‘Trust that it won’t stay bad forever, there will be better days’
‘There are stages where you feel strong enough to share’ 
 
EPISODE RESOURCES Julia Cameron - The Artist’s Way
 
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.comwww.instagram.com/twapodcast
 
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 teaches Botanical Illustration courses online and offline. 
www.pinghe.artinfo@pinghe.artwww.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.comsarahvandongenillustration@gmail.comwww.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.nlhello@dorienbellaar.nl www.instagram.com/dorienbellaarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.