Seth Schaefer speaks with Carl Bahner about his experience with ADHD and the creative process, diving into how it affects his work as a mixing engineer. They also explore the impact and ethics of AI on the music industry and the importance of realizing what your personal brand already is.

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Join us on Behind The Act as Seth Schaeffer sits down with Carrie Schaeffer, a certified life coach and podcaster, to learn more about managing expectations. They unpack how expectations can impact artists’ mental health, creativity, and productivity, and share practical tools for achieving balance and self-awareness.

• How mismanaged expectations led Seth to experience anxiety and a panic attack, and how Carrie helped him through it
• Insights from Jonathan Haidt's "Happiness Hypothesis" and its relevance to artists and idealists
• The importance of living in the moment and reducing pressure during the creative process to enhance productivity and creativity
• Strategies for overcoming binary thinking and negative self-talk, featuring perspectives from Stephen King's approach to art creation
• Practical tools and flexible schedules for balancing goal setting and personal coaching, including how Carrie applies these principles in her podcasts "Honestly Dear Listener" and "The Peanuts Gallery"

Tune in to gain valuable advice on managing expectations and fostering a healthy artistic mindset, whether you’re dealing with mental health disorders or aiming to improve your personal and creative productivity.

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Carolina Rial joins Seth Schaeffer on this episode of the Behind The Act podcast to discuss her journey as an artist and singer-songwriter. From her roots in New York and New Jersey to her experiences of singing on The Voice, Carolina shares her unwavering optimism and the importance of self-expression in her artistry. She also shares how singing with Andrea Bocelli gave her further insight to humanity’s deep connection with our childhood dreams. In this conversation, you’ll learn about the inspiration behind Carolina’s song “All Natural,” navigating societal perceptions for young women (and women as they age), advocating for and championing natural beauty, overcoming the fear of rejection, the power of “expecting” a no, the benefits and tools of perseverance, the importance of collaboration, mental health, and the role of social media in her career. Whether you're curious about the music industry or seeking inspiration for your own creative journey, this in-depth interview is full of valuable insights on individuality and the artist's life. Don't miss Carolina's heartfelt reflections on visiting Nashville (which we love our town!), her dedication to her work, and the deep emotional connection she shares with her supporters. Follow Carolina Rial— YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/carolinarial Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0GFfgaBOUjkJDV62cUs7Lj?si=iIZOr70SR6eg707J8C3y9Q Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinarialmusic Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolinarialmusic/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@carolinarial Follow Behind The Act — YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BehindTheAct Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0c5mIWLOYV954Vfz5ZfBAa?si=e743716f8c6840fb Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behindtheact Follow Seth Schaeffer — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sethschaeffermusic/