Cosplay and Mental Wellness

Cosplaying is a fantastic creative outlet with limitless capacity for self-expression!

The community is packed with incredibly skilled and passionate people, with amazing new costumes being made every day. But let’s be real–the craft also comes with its fair share of personal challenges, like body image pressures, social comparison, financial strain, and burnout. In this panel, @ Hendo will talk about how to balance passion with self-care and mindful engagement to ensure that your mental wellness isn’t compromised on your cosplay journey.

The panel will focus on several important topics that can help you stay mentally well and avoid burnout.

Interpersonal relations — the importance of building a supportive network, managing difficult emotions like jealousy and avoiding comparison with others

Using social media in a healthy way by setting boundaries and focusing on healthy engagement

Managing the pressure to be perfect and keeping a healthy body image

Considering the financial cost and time invested into cosplay

Stop by Hendo’s panel to invest in your mental wellness with some self-care time. Your future self will thank you!