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Centred Stage hits the airways!
This year, I've been incredibly fortunate to be given the opportunity to spread my message of mental health and the arts on some new...
sophvcarter
Sep 16, 20241 min read
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Keeping Your Eyes on the Prize - A Guide for Creative Professionals to Achieve More in 2024
As we approach the end of 2023, the new year lies in wait - ready for those of us who work in the dynamic world of arts and media to hit...
sophvcarter
Jan 16, 20243 min read
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Gone But Not Forgotten - How to grieve the loss of a celebrity or creative inspiration
Grieving the loss of a celebrity can always be a difficult time, but if the celebrity also inspired you creatively, there is an added...
sophvcarter
Nov 8, 20234 min read
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The Final Curtain - How to navigate the end of a long contract.
The end of a long running show or contract is often a fraught time for those in the arts, usually overflowing with strong and mixed...
sophvcarter
Oct 13, 20234 min read
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You're more than just tired - let's talk about burnout.
In this day and age of uneven work/life balance, the rising costs of living, stressful world events, and personal pressures, it’s no...
sophvcarter
Jun 22, 20234 min read
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How to sit out happily - navigating illness, injury and unexpected time off.
For many of us, the desire to make a career from the arts and be paid to do what we love, is a dream that develops when we are very...
sophvcarter
Mar 29, 20235 min read
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How to achieve more in 2023 - goal setting in an unreliable industry.
Welcome to 2023! If you’re anything like me, the start of a fresh year prompts us to evaluate the previous 12 months, highlight...
sophvcarter
Feb 14, 20233 min read
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Festive FOMO - Christmas on Tour
Being on tour or away from home due to work can be a challenging experience for even the most seasoned of arts worker, but more so at...
sophvcarter
Dec 9, 20223 min read
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Long-show-itis : keeping it fresh to avoid anxiety.
Last weekend I was fortunate enough to catch American rock/blues outfit The Black Crowes at The Enmore Theatre. This show had everything...
sophvcarter
Nov 17, 20226 min read
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Musos and Mental Health
November the 18th marks AusMusic T-Shirt Day, an annual day of awareness to celebrate Aussie music and raise much needed funds for music...
sophvcarter
Oct 20, 20223 min read
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Turning to music in times of need
Today I read the most extraordinary article about composer Nigel Westlake and the loss of his young son Eli, who was intentionally run...
sophvcarter
Oct 6, 20223 min read
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What is the difference between a counsellor, a psychologist and a coach?
Many years ago, when I first became interested in helping those in the performing arts navigate their way through this crazy industry, I...
sophvcarter
Sep 14, 20222 min read
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