Every artist known to mankind is their own worst critic. Why? Well, there is this constant need for improving themselves in their craft. But when is time to call enough on this type of mindset? Is it till you have a mental breakdown or decide to call quits because you feel that your art will never be adequate? While it is good to learn how to critique your work, changing the way you approach the matter can have a significant impact on your overall mental health.
When glazing at your artwork, seeing all the mistakes, acknowledge them, and tell yourself you will try a different approach. After that, admire the great things and the effort you put into your creation. If it took endless hours to complete, reward yourself since you deserve it. Playing with words can change your mind and help push out negative thoughts you have towards your art. In general, if you practice having positive thoughts, your overall outlook on life will change.
Relinquish the mindset of perfection. Perfection will only send you down a rabbit hole of depression and anxiety. It only serves as a weight to pull you further down. Plus everyone has different views on what is deemed perfect. Is perfection a thing? Of course not! Absolutely nothing in this world can ever be perfect. Once you learn to let go of perfection, many doors will open, so release it.
With this in mind, change your ways on how you critique yourself because holding on to constant negative thoughts can damage your mental health.
Stay positive 🫶🏻
