Transforming Pain Through Art and Soul- The Power of Creativity

Is Art Really Free Flowing?

Well, not always. Art can be many things, and sometimes, “free-flowing” is the least it can be.

I, like so many others, have been hit by procrastination and writer’s block countless times. For years, I struggled with my creativity and artistic talents. The flow wouldn’t come; I kept banging my head against the wall, trying to think of something “good enough” to express. I became my own worst critic. Everything I created felt regurgitated, stale, and more than anything, painful. As I struggled with my art, I was also fighting my own inner demons.

Finding My Outlet Through Music

Since childhood, I have been singing and performing. I started writing music in my teens to “get things out.” As a teenager, I was a deep thinker, often feeling far too mature for my age. My social circle couldn’t support my restless mind, and I wasn’t finding answers to the big questions swirling around in my head. Although my family and friends did their best, nothing truly soothed my troubled mind.

So, I turned to songwriting. I poured my heart into my music, using it as an outlet. Every bit of pain and questioning I experienced ended up in my lyrics. Music became my salvation.

Why Does Art Often Focus on Pain?

I know I’m not alone in using art to express pain. Many artists use their work as a dumping ground for emotions. Sure, some incredible music and art have come from pain, but I believe even more beauty has come from positive energy.

So, why do we artists often focus on expressing pain in our art? Why do we honor people who dwell on negativity more than positivity? As a society, why do we seem to encourage this focus on pain?

I think the answer is simple: The world often focuses on pain more than joy.

The World Thrives on Negativity

Our TV channels, news outlets, and newspapers love to dwell on what’s wrong with the world. They thrive on suffering and know fear will get higher ratings than joy. This dark lens we see the world through naturally filters into our art.

I’m not suggesting we suppress emotions or create “happy” art to hide our pain. Far from it. Pain plays a huge role in personal growth. Expressing it through art is necessary. The key is how we execute it.

Art can influence people immensely. Even negative emotions expressed through art can assist in healing. But if we leave our audience—and ourselves—stuck in that emotional pain, we’ll continue manifesting more of the same.

Choosing the Energy We Birth Into the World

If we want to make a real impact through our art, we need to offer more than just snapshots of our misery. We all have the power to choose what energy we focus on and bring into the world. Whether you’re an artist or not, everyone has the ability to focus their energy in a way that shapes their future reality.

When we create art that promotes transformation, we show the true power of our talents. By focusing on the light at the end of the tunnel, we open up an endless supply of creativity.

I Frid, Madelaine 🌿

Madelaine Vallin – CEO & ASHC Founder

This post was originally posted at: Transforming Pain Through Art and Soul- The Power of Creativity – Mentorship For Artists, Visionaries & Creative Entrepreneurs (madelainevallin.com)