How to ensure you actually rest and take a break this holiday season

Many artists and arts professionals struggle to take time off, even when it's available to them.
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Mental health for creatives and arts professionals is a constant concern. ArtsHub has resources available on navigating depression, creative burnout and setting boundaries

The second is more challenging. Psychological ‘rest’ is not defined as lapsing into a near-coma on the couch for an extended period. Griffith University research has identified three key strategies for recovery from intense work. These include exercise, spending time with family and friends, and leisure pursuits.

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David Burton is a writer from Meanjin, Brisbane. David also works as a playwright, director and author. He is the playwright of over 30 professionally produced plays. He holds a Doctorate in the Creative Industries.