Sculpt N Create – Episode 14 w/ Rich Wright
In this real-talk episode, artist/designer/podcast host Rich Wright (The Artist Recovery) opens up about mental health, suicide survival, and the tools that helped him rebuild—therapy, alternative healing, community, and creating one day at a time.
We also break down artist lifestyle coaching: how to pivot your creative skill set (design, music, fashion, branding) into work that actually feeds your soul and pays the bills.
You’ll hear Rich’s stories from the Detroit music scene (Kid Rock, Uncle Kracker), why printable routines beat hustle anxiety, and how to “listen to your heart, be kind to your mind” when the industry gets loud.
🎯Key Takeaways
Mental health in creative communities needs louder conversations and practical tools.
Healing can be both/and: therapy + alternative modalities (energy work, EFT, neuroscience-informed practices).
“24 hours at a time” is a powerful creative operating system.
Pivot your skills to aligned industries (e.g., typography/layout → music merch, cover art, podcast branding).
Community matters: safe spaces to share, learn, and get unstuck.
⭐Signature reminder: Listen to your heart; be kind to your mind.
🎤BARS from the Episode
“Listen to your heart, but be kind to your mind.”
“I live in 24-hour windows... yesterday’s gone and tomorrow’s not here yet.”
“Art can heal but community keeps you going.”
“You can pivot your creative skill set without losing your soul.”
“My mind tried to protect me; my heart helped me move forward.”
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Creativity and Fitness
02:17 The Artist Recovery Podcast
05:04 Mental Health and Creative Expression
07:36 Navigating Personal Struggles
10:11 The Role of Sensitivity in Creativity
12:50 Artist Lifestyle Coaching
15:18 Finding Joy in Creative Work
17:48 Alternative Healing and Mental Health
20:22 Building a Creative Community
23:05 The Importance of Connection
25:47 Success Stories and Impact
28:33 Daily Routines for Mental Well-being
47:45 Final Thoughts and Takeaways
01:01:42 Info on Podcast & More Outro
🌐 Connect with Rich Wright
🌍 Website: https://richrightunlimited.com
🌐 The Artist Recovery: https://www.theartistrecovery.com
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richwrightunltd
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richwrightunltd
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richwrightartist
🐦 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/richwrightunltd
🚀 Connect with Trea Da Fit Artist
💪🏾 Coaching & Training: https://nextworldfitness.com
🎨 Fitness & Creative Network Community (Fit Masterpiece Collabs): https://fit-masterpiece-collabs.mn.co/
🎧 More Episodes: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/sculptncreate
🎤 Be a Guest on the Podcast
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