In this episode, we explore whether art can truly support emotional healing for students facing burnout. Using Gladys’s story as our starting point, we examine aesthetic experience through Monroe Beardsley’s theory and consider how beauty and creativity influence the brain. We discuss scientific evidence on music, dance, and visual art as tools for stress reduction and emotional restoration. While art isn’t a replacement for clinical treatment, we highlight how it can offer meaningful support during times of disconnection. Join us as we break down the relationship between art, psychology, and healing