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LineCheck - Mental Health and Self-Care for Creatives

This week The Current's LineCheck focuses on Mental Health and Self-Care for Creatives.

Therapist, educator, and Dissonance co-founder Sarah Souder Johnson Sarah will lead a conversation with Annie Mack, Davina Lozier of Davina and the Vagabonds, and Nazeem of Blood $moke Body. The group will discuss the emotional toll of the last year, how artists are faring now, and explore resources available to those working in creative industries. Plus, catch live performances from Mary Bue.

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