In this episode, Stefani Fryzel sits down with artist, activist, and mental health advocate Terra Lopez for an honest conversation about burnout, mental health, and the realities of navigating a career in music. As both a touring artist and formerly a part of Backline, Terra shares why creatives are especially vulnerable to burnout, the pressure of constantly needing to perform, and why so many artists struggle silently behind the scenes.

Together, Stef and Terra dive into topics like touring burnout, social media overwhelm, emotional boundaries in songwriting sessions, and the importance of preventative self-care. Terra also opens up about her personal mental health journey, how therapy changed her life, and why building a supportive community is essential for creating a sustainable long-term career in the music industry. This episode is a powerful reminder that asking for help is not weakness - it’s survival.

Timestamps:

00:00: Introducing Terra Lopez & Backline 06:26: Why Backline Was Created for the Music Industry 08:27: The Mental Health Challenges Creatives Face 11:18: Recognizing Burnout & Warning Signs 14:04: Why Seeking Help Matters 16:16: Terra’s Personal Mental Health Journey 19:44: Creating Sustainable Careers in Music 22:16: Touring, Burnout & Hustle Culture 25:40: Emotional Boundaries in Songwriting Sessions 29:17: How Backline Supports Artists & Creatives 32:24: The Importance of Community & Support

Connect with Terra Lopez:

Instagram: @terralopez | @ritualsofmine

Backline: https://backline.care?utm_source=chatgpt.com

LINKS

Join us at our Annual Hitmakers Songwriting Retreat this October in Los Angeles!: https://www.stefanifryzel.com/songwriting-retreat-1-1

More info: stefanifryzel.com

Self-Care for the Creative book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Self-Care-Creative-Survival-Creatives-Sensitive/dp/1960876120