“Any artist who has pursued a career for a decade, or two, or three, has great resilience in their soul — that’s your secret weapon. It’s what you hold onto to stay focused, to never lose sight of your vision, to keep raising the bar, to give your best no matter the situation, to continue being resourceful and innovative, to keep your creative juices flowing.
Resilience is our tool for never giving up or giving in.”
To get an insight into what goes on in an artist’s mind during a pandemic, read this article written by circus artist Lauren Herley for CBC News (in English).
Remember that we have made mental health resources available to you, which you can consult at any time on our website. We have also scheduled a first conversation on the challenges and needs of the circus community regarding mental health, which you can attend if this is a topic that concerns you.