Episode 134: How Art Boss Babe Culture Nearly Killed Michelle I Gomez

"I developed this art boss babe mentality, and now looking back it was an alter ego that was protective on the exterior. Confident on the exterior. But  a mess behind the scenes" - Michelle I. Gomez

Kellee is joined by, Michelle I Gomez, a vibrant and passionate artist. Michelle is someone who's figured out how to balance being an artist and an entrepreneur in a way that aligns with her true self—something so many of us are striving for. It took some hard moments and big hurdles to get to where she is today and she is not afraid to share with us how the "art boss babe" culture almost killed her 3 times.  Kellee and Michelle are firm believers in redefining success to align with personal well-being and authenticity. It's a conversation that is long overdue.

Michelle and Kellee talk about moving away from always chasing numbers and instead working towards business growth without sacrificing your mental health in the process. As Michelle puts it, being genuine in both your business and life isn’t just better—it’s necessary. 🦝 Enter Pedro, Michelle's alter ego, this little guy symbolizes the resilience and resourcefulness we all need in our entrepreneurial journeys. Plus, he’s a wonderful beacon for those navigating life with neurodivergence.

Michelle shares raw and honest insights about her mental health journey, and how she has come to understand more diverse perspectives instead of just fitting into boxes. Her new coaching approach gives artists the chance to learn at their own pace, focusing on mental health and emotional well-being. It’s all about discovering who you are beyond labels. Michelle believes that sharing real struggles has a more profound impact than portraying an image of perfection, which leads to eye-opening conversations between Kellee and Michelle that pull back the curtain on hustle culture and the "art boss babe" culture that so many fall into (and burn out from).

Michelle offers an honest account of how initially embracing the “Art Boss Babe” culture contributed to her initial success. However, this ultimately led to serious struggles with mental health, including misdiagnosis and burnout. Her turning point came when she embraced her unique, multipassionate personality, which she has now channeled into reshaping her business to celebrate neurodiversity.

If Michelle’s journey resonates with you, go follow and connect with her! Her approach to coaching and art businesses is a breath of fresh air! Let's embrace the remarkable with the blending of art and business, embracing neurodiversity, creativity, and authenticity.

About Michelle I. Gomez: 

Check out Michelle's website!

Connect with Michelle on Instagram.

Get on Michelle's waitlist for Artist < Artpreneur 2.0! 

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