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When creative expression amplifies rather than heals pain

My therapist says art should be therapeutic but drawing makes me feel worse about myself

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The expectation that art provides healing creates additional pressure when creativity becomes a source of distress.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Illustration and drawing?”

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