The Mental Musician

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I share my battles with depression as a musician so others don't feel alone. Join 450+ musicians who are opening up about their mental health without the stigma.

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About Brian Zhang

I battled depression and burnout for over a decade as a musician. Now I write to help artists take care of their mental health and feel less alone.

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