Listen "3 Ways to Stop Your Comparison Spiral"
Episode Synopsis
Feeling discouraged every time you see great creative work, or a killer portfolio, or another I-just-got-hired career announcement? This episode will walk you through the neuroscience roots of social comparison, why this is extra destructive for creatives, and 3 actionable steps (plus the brain-science behind them!) you can take to avoid the spiral that is frequently contributing to our mental health struggles as creative professionals. Listen in and gain the emotional strength you need to override your brain's natural survival instincts. LET'S ROCK!Want better professional mental health? Join the Creative Energy Collective at rockthatcreativejob.com and gain access to LIVE weekly mental health support sessions, interactive wellness workshops, industry expert guest-talks, and members-only mixers that keep you energized, connected, and inspired! Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-roberts-rtcj/ Instagram: @rockthatcreativejob YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RockThatCreativeJob --Jamie Roberts is a Certified Positive Psychology Practitioner + CEO of Rock That Creative Job™, where she provides mental & emotional career support to creative professionals across the globe. With a 20 yr. background as a Sr. Creative Director & Designer in both agency & in-house environments, Jamie bridges the gap between neuroscience and creativity by teaching commercial creatives how to rewire their minds to find the happiness and energy that may be missing in their careers. Jamie has given keynotes, workshops, and live-coaching to thousands of creatives at national events like AIGA DesignWeek, HOW DesignLive, RGD Canada, TernHeads UK, and various design universities....
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