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The second panel took place right a short break and covered the topic of mental health at home and on the road. Moderated by Kelly Fleek Panelists included: Evie Cooke —KEXP Andrew Vait —Sisters, Little Wins Daniel Lyon —Spirit Award Whitney Monge' —Whitney Monge', PNW Chapter Recording Academy/Grammy's Board of Directors Jordan Leonard —PNW Chapter Recording Academy/Grammy's Q: What strategies do you use to push yourself past the hardships? Trying to maintain balance Physical exertion, running working out, stretching Get enough sleep Listen to yourself Talk to your friends, connect with people Forgive yourself for feeling bad, accept where you are and allow it to run its course Positive self talk Doing things that align with your purpose Doing nothing is still doing something Your body knows what you need when you need it, listen. Learn to say NO Mental health, just like physical health, is an active lifestyle. You must create an environment that supports a healthy mindset, through healthy boundaries and healthy outlets for your body and mind to grow. The best thing to focus on is always on preventative measures like showing up for yourself and knowing when your batteries are drained and need a recharge. Taking care of yourself is always priority number one! Q: What do you do on the road? Take time for yourself Have quiet time/personal time Accepting the fact that everything won’t go perfect, and going with the flow Remind yourself that the audience doesn’t know what is or isn’t “right” so go easy on yourself if you do make a mistake. It takes a tremendous amount of courage to express yourself in front of an audience, just remember “I am enough!” Remembering to have alone time and make sure that you are showing up to every gig or interaction with a balanced state of mind. Being stuck in a tight van, or just being away from family or home for long periods of time might make you feel disconnected. Remember the tools you use to stay grounded when you are not on tour and make sure to implement them as much as you can. Sometimes silence is all you may need. Resources for outreach Therapy MusiCares MusiCares is a charity that has provided more than $60 million in health, financial, and rehabilitation resources to music people in times of need. Send Me A Friend.org SMAF is a national network of “sober friends” that are on call to come to a show and offer a helping hand and source of support for struggling musicians.   *Special thanks to The Rivetter to housing this special event