"In my late 20s, I realized that I just couldn't work for somebody else anymore. It was becoming increasingly difficult to meet the demands of a workplace of having to go and be in a certain place every day, and having to sort of mask all the time and hide the needs that I had.
“And I know this will be familiar to a lot of the people listening to this today."
This Creative Mind Audio is an excerpt from a much longer Highly Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast by Julie Bjelland, LMFT.
From the original Summary:
"Ellie Trier, a contemporary artist and illustrator, shares her journey of starting and growing a business to support her artistic talents. She discusses her experience as a neurodivergent person and how it influences her business.
"Ellie emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and self-care in managing her energy levels and avoiding burnout.
"She also provides tips for managing sensory sensitivities and finding alternative mediums for artistic expression.
"Additionally, Ellie shares her insights on being comfortable in front of a camera and the importance of practice and setting boundaries.”
Continued below with a summary of topics, video of Trier in her studio in Copenhagen, plus links to the full episode, and resources on developing a business.
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