Under the constant threat of economic scarcity in a cost of living crisis, freelance creatives and arts managers can struggle to set boundaries and say ‘no’ to opportunities, even when they promise little benefit. This can often result in an overly committed schedule and creative burnout.
Saying ‘yes’ to everything can also be a symptom of people-pleasing or controlling an otherwise volatile workspace. Therapist Nedra Glover Tawwab warns that the habit “breeds resentment or it builds up your walls” over time.
