How to Turn Your Pain Into Connection (And Feel Less Alone) w/ Shannon Lane

If you’ve ever wanted to literally paint a picture of your trauma and stare it right in the face, this episode is for you. Eli brings on viral artist Shannon Lane, who took the internet by storm by literally painting the "demons" of depression and anxiety. Shannon gets incredibly raw about turning to a paintbrush when she couldn’t afford expensive therapy, how her viral "You Are Not Alone" project became a digital safe haven for thousands of grieving people, and why avoiding your dark feelings only makes them stronger. Tune in for a deeply emotional, hilarious, and inspiring conversation on why you need to stop outrunning your anxiety, how to set strict boundaries as an empath, and why giving yourself permission to make "rubbish" art might actually save your mental health. About the Guest: Shannon Lane is a UK-based artist and digital creator known for her profoundly moving mental health paintings. After using art to navigate her own severe depression and anxiety, Shannon went massively viral for her "You Are Not Alone" project—a powerful visual representation of community solidarity against the "demons" of mental illness. She uses her growing platform to destigmatize mental health, share her journey with ADHD and anxiety, and encourage others to find healing through creative expression. Follow Shannon on Instagram: @shannonroselane Learn More About Shannon: shannonindreamland.com   Join My Coaching Membership Below? JOIN HERE   Healthly Love Club JOIN HERE   Want A Free Call To Learn About My 8-Week Healing Bootcamp? SCHEDULE HERE Follow The Pod And Eli: https://www.tiktok.com/@itselivazquez https://instagram.com/itselivazquez https://www.instagram.com/theselfhypepodcast/ https://www.youtube.com/@EliVazquez   All rights reserved. ©2026 SELF-HYPE LLC #theselfhypepodcast #selfhype #podshuttle #relationships #relationshipadvice