What does fame really do to a person?

In this From the Vault episode, musician Carrie Akre reflects on coming up in Seattle’s legendary grunge scene, the creative freedom of the 90s music era, and the unexpected emotional cost of visibility. From the rise of alternative rock to the role intuition plays in creativity, this conversation explores what it means to be seen, heard, and truly understood.

7 simple ways art can instantly inspire you when life feels flat. From beauty to courage, these quick jolts reconnect you to meaning, joy, and creative spark.

This is a personal story from a professional musician turned software developer about learning to appreciate self-expression in all it’s forms — you don’t have to be great at something creative to get your story out, embrace it, and still have fun while you’re doing it. Read on for inspiration to get started.