Prioritizing Self Care in the Music Industry
The entertainment industry rewards performance, pressure, and pushing through. But eventually the nervous system keeps the score. The RED HEART Retreat is a space for high-performing women in high-pressure environments to step out of survival mode, reconnect to themselves, and learn a new way of operating, without losing their edge. Deep nervous system work, honest connection, rest, and emotional freedom.
June 4–7 in Ottawa, Illinois.
Limited spots remaining.
June 4–7 in Ottawa, Illinois.
Limited spots remaining.
Summary
In this heartfelt interview, Nashville country artist Kirstie Kraus shares her journey through the music industry, emphasizing the importance of mental health, self-care, and nervous system regulation. Discover practical routines, lessons learned from burnout, and how authenticity and self-love fuel her success.
Keywords
music industry, mental health, self-care, burnout, nervous system, Nashville artist, authenticity, self-love, career lessons, emotional well-being
Key Topics
- Mental health and burnout in the music industry
- Self-care routines and nervous system regulation
- Lessons learned from career challenges and successes
Guest Name
Kirstie Kraus
titles
- The 5 Key Lessons Kirstie Kraus Learned About Mental Health in Music
- How Self-Care and Nervous System Regulation Boost a Music Career
Sound Bites
- "Making space for quiet time helps me show up better."
- "Trust your gut and listen to your body."
- "Zoom out and see the bigger picture of your career."
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Kirstie Kraus
Introduction to Kirstie Kraus
01:03
Mental Health and Self-Care in the Music Industry
Mental Health and Self-Care in the Music Industry
03:02
Kirstie's Journey in the Music Industry
Kirstie's Journey in the Music Industry
08:44
Lessons Learned in the Music Industry
Lessons Learned in the Music Industry
11:21
Navigating Mental Health Challenges
Navigating Mental Health Challenges
15:29
Experiencing Burnout and Recovery
Experiencing Burnout and Recovery
21:09
Shifting Perspectives on Mental Health
Shifting Perspectives on Mental Health
22:49
Navigating Creative Seasons
Navigating Creative Seasons
24:26
The Power of Saying No
The Power of Saying No
27:38
Protecting Your Peace
Protecting Your Peace
30:51
Listening to Your Body
Listening to Your Body
34:29
Self-Care as a Non-Negotiable
Self-Care as a Non-Negotiable
39:01
Finding Your Purpose and Passion
Finding Your Purpose and Passion
43:43
The Importance of Mental Wellness for Artists
The Importance of Mental Wellness for Artists
43:44
Tools and Resources for Mental Health
Tools and Resources for Mental Health
Creators and Guests
Guest
Kirstie Kraus
Kirstie Kraus isn’t waiting for permission. The Nashville-based country artist has been carving her own lane with a sound that hits like modern country with a little extra kick — grit, groove, heart, and high-energy charm. She’s the kind of artist who can turn a festival stage, a honky-tonk, or an overseas crowd into her world, and her rise has been powered the old-school way: great songs, relentless touring, and a magnetic connection with fans. Along the way, she’s opened for artists like Thomas Rhett, Kip Moore, Brothers Osborne, Walker Hayes, Randy Houser, and Brandy Clark, while building a growing international following that’s taken her from Nashville to London’s C2C Festival at The O2 Arena and across to the UK on multiple tours.
