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Art Against Mental Illness

Using art and creativity to heal from mental illness, support mental wellbeing, and recover from burnout. Interviews, philosophy, art practise and practical mental health strategies.

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All Episodes

00:18:10

Art Against Mental Politics - Art, Protest and Catharsis

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2024/11/07

Alex reflects on how, during these turbulent times, art is more important than ever to help us cope, express our views, connect with society, and ultimately help us maintain our mental wellness and that of those around us.

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00:17:16

How to be creative part 2 - Mo Art Mo Problems

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/10/31

Alex explains how problem solving is central to the practise of creativity via mathematical proofs and magicians in this long awaited second part of the How to be Creative series.

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00:28:54

Finding Your Voice

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/10/24

Alex explains the concept of voice in creativity, how to find your artistic voice and why it's so important

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00:20:48

Bonus Episode: Finding Your Voice Addendum - Alex...

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/10/24

Alex gets all meta and talks about his latest episode, ChatGPT and the challenges and delights of podcasting, all recorded (badly) while he walks through some woodland!

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00:18:20

Overthinking

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/10/15

Alex talks about overthinking as an anxiety response, why this happens and how to combat it.

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00:17:55

Fighting Back

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/09/08

Alex talks candidly about his recent resurgence of mental illness, what happened to cause it, and how he intends to fight back with the help of, you guessed it, art!

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00:17:05

How to be creative part 1 - All that jazz!

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2024/08/08

Alex kicks off a new series of a yet unknown number of episodes on creativity. He explores the nature of creativity using examples from the world of jazz, introducing the core concepts that will be covered in upcoming episodes.

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00:17:13

Therapeutic Outlet - Transitions

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/07/31

Alex talks about his move to a new house and studio, how such transitions affect his mental health and how it's essential to make space and time for your creative therapy during times of transition.

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00:15:38

Suffering for Art

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/07/21

Alex challenges the dangerous myth that suffering is essential for artistic creation, emphasizing that while art can reflect personal pain, it should not be a cause of suffering. Drawing on examples from Van Gogh to Kurt Cobain, he passionately argues against expecting artists to endure pain for art’s sake, advocating instead for recognizing art as a means of healing and self-regulation.

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00:16:03

Breaking the Rules

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/07/14

Alex challenges the notion that there is a 'right way' to do things, drawing on examples from mathematics to art. He debates the value of strict adherence to traditional methods in art, arguing for a more individualized approach that embraces personal style and innovation. The discussion covers misconpective rules in artistic practices, such as avoiding black paint, and the constraints of following perceived artistic conventions. Emphasizing neurodiversity and personal expression, the speaker

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00:31:34

Therapeutic Outlet - AI will not replace you!

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/07/07

In this episode of the Art Against Mental Illness podcast, host Alex Loveless introduces a new, less structured episode format called therapeutic outlets. He engages in a more relaxed, wide-ranging discussion, focusing on the impact of AI, especially in the arts and creative industries. Alex shares concerns about AI's role in content creation and job displacement, reflecting from his experience as a data professional. He emphasizes that true creativity involves choice and context, arguing that AI

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00:15:36

Stories

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/07/01

Alex talks about the role of stories in how humans perceive the world and the role that art plays within this. He explains, using stories, how an artist encodes their story into every artwork, often in a non-linear fashion. Alex also talks about how autistic people feel compelled to tell their stories as a way of empathising with other people.

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00:22:29

Experimentation

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/06/23

Alex experiments with an unscripted monologue about experimentation. In it he covers the importance of experimentation to the creative process both from the perspective of improving your practise, but also to maximise its therapeutic benefits. Alex relates some of his more recent travails and how they lead him to this moment of experimentation.

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00:11:35

Space

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/06/17

Alex discusses the necessity of finding space, physical and psychological, for creativity, highlighting its importance not just as a leisure activity but as a therapeutic necessity. He stresses the importance of carving out uninterrupted time and space to engage in creative activities. He discusses how interruptions are detrimental not only to productivity but to the mental and psychological benefits of the creative process and that to truly benefit from art's therapeutic potential, uninterrupted

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00:12:41

Sharing[AAMI4]

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/06/10

This episode explores the transformative power of art through a look at Emily Dickinson's reclusive yet impactful life and the host's personal journey as an autistic artist. Emphasizing the idea that art is a form of communication, it argues that sharing art can help forge deep connections, foster healing, and inspire others. The episode encourages artists to push past fears of sharing their work, highlighting the reciprocal nature of artistic appreciation and offering practical advice on how to

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00:12:41

Perfectionism[AAMI3]

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/06/04

In this episode of the Art Against Mental Illness podcast, host Alex Loveless discusses the role of perfectionism in the creative process and its broader impacts on mental health. Alex explores how the obsession with perfect work and social media's influence can lead to anxiety, depression, and other negative outcomes. The episode emphasises the importance of recognising when a piece of art is truly finished and the dangers of comparing one’s work to others. Alex advises on taking breaks to gain

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00:11:13

Process [AAMI2]

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/05/29

In this episode of the Art Against Mental Illness podcast, host Alex Loveless explores the therapeutic value of the creative process. Drawing on Zen Buddhist principles, he highlights how every moment, whether routine or significant, contributes to art and mental wellness. Alex stresses the importance of embracing all aspects of the creative journey, from cleaning the studio to reflecting on past works, to enhance both the quality of art and mental well-being. He assigns listeners a task to tidy

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00:17:12

Beginnings [AAMI1]

Art Against Mental Illness ·

2024/05/28

Alex discusses why starting a creative project is sometimes hard, and uses his own approach and experiences to create the conditions to make sure you can always get started. He also discusses why “bringing your whole self” to the creative process is neither necessary nor, in some cases, even desirable.

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