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Let’s Talk Mental Health In An Artsy Way!
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Let’s Talk Mental Health In An Artsy Way!

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My name is Ania Szot, I am from Poland and I would like to tell you all about what I am doing best: I create creatures I named Chorobeły (Illnevils) and Zmoroby (Illnmares) :) – sweet-terrible strange creatures that are personifications of human problems, emotion, disorders and mental illnesses. Their job is to uplift spirits and help people in therapy.

They are a symbol that we aren’t alone with our problems.

What’s also important – I am trying to educate people in my country. I try to do it in a light and friendly way to prevent the demonization of disorders and the stigmatization of sick people.

I am telling a story of my own struggles with anxiety neurosis, depression, AcoA.

I don’t want to rule anyone out and focus on disorders only, so I also make strange creatures that bring smile and happiness ;)

You can order a creature of your very own design – I will gladly make it for you.

Anxiety neurosis, AcoA and depression made a great mess in my life, so for me, creating those is also a form of therapy, my biggest hobby and dream. I have done much work on my mental selfcare already, but still have a lot to do. You too never give up!

I decided to show my project pose border of my country, just to see if it can help or cheer up other people in need.

More info: Facebook

Universal Illnevil/Illnmare – first one I created.

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This one is anxiety neurosis.

PMS :)

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Illnevil/Illnmare, a shaman who is the guardian of the house, a good and friendly spirit :)

Happinepe (Szcześciurek) very friendly and happy fellow creature :)

Borderline personality.

ChAD , bipolar disorder – a mental disorder characterized by episodes of mania and depression.

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Depression – it’s grey and lifeless, but keeps a smile to fool everyone around.

ChAD , bipolar disorder – a mental disorder characterized by episodes of mania and depression.

Illnevil/Illnmare I made for mom and her son – creatures have they favourite colours.

Illnevil/Illnmare personification of Paranoid schizophrenia.

Illnevil/Illnmare personification of “energy vampire” personality.

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Illnevil/Illnmare made from drawing of it’s owner :)

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ADHD!

Borderline personality.

My personal Illnevil/Illnmare – “Crisis of creative inspiration”

Illnevil/Illnmare about self-harm, overcoming and loving yourself.

Illnevil/Illnmare “Brave motivator” – he has been through a lot, but he has emerged victorious and it is enjoying life.

Illnevil/Illnmare Insomnia with addiction to stimulants (coffe and energy drinks)

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My favourite creature – Sweetheart (Ukochajka) – boundless and unconditional love.

Illnevil/Illnmare – Tumor cell / healthy cell – support for people with cancer.

This little guy is cousin of Happinepe (Szcześciurek) – friendly caretaker of the home garden and a connection with nature.

Illnevil/Illnmare, a King shaman who is the guardian of the house, a good and friendly spirit :)

Illnevil/Illnmare with cats, made for friend :)

Illnevil/Illnmare One big, one small :)

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Illnevil/Illnmare…well you know what it is ;)

Happy creature fond of meditation :)

Illnevil/Illnmare unspecified – “something hurts, but I don’t know what”

Illnevil/Illnmare – Germscare – personification of fears.

Illnevil/Illnmare – Compulsive Eating Disorder.

Illnevil/Illnmare – body positive – collected the features of the human body that can cause complexes – it promotes self-love.

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Illnevil/Illnmare hypochondriac.

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Chorobeły i Zmoroby

Chorobeły i Zmoroby

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My name is Ania, I am from Poland and I would like to tell you all about what I am doing best: I create creatures I named Chorobeły (Illnevils) and Zmoroby (Illnmares)-sweet-terrible strange creatures that are personifications of human problems, emotion, disorders and mental illnesses. Their job is to uplift spirits and help people in therapy. I also make strange creatures that bring smile and happiness. Anxiety neurosis, AcoA and depression made a great mess in my life, so for me, creating those is also a form of therapy, my biggest hobby and dream. I decided to show my project pose border of my country, just to see if it can help or cheer up other people in need.

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Chorobeły i Zmoroby

Chorobeły i Zmoroby

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My name is Ania, I am from Poland and I would like to tell you all about what I am doing best: I create creatures I named Chorobeły (Illnevils) and Zmoroby (Illnmares)-sweet-terrible strange creatures that are personifications of human problems, emotion, disorders and mental illnesses. Their job is to uplift spirits and help people in therapy. I also make strange creatures that bring smile and happiness. Anxiety neurosis, AcoA and depression made a great mess in my life, so for me, creating those is also a form of therapy, my biggest hobby and dream. I decided to show my project pose border of my country, just to see if it can help or cheer up other people in need.

Aelita Senvaitytė

Aelita Senvaitytė

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My name is Aelita and I have been an Editor for Bored Panda since 2019. I spend my days working with my amazing team and making articles the best they can be. Fantasy and magic have always ruled over my world, from movies to TV shows, to Video Games to tabletop games like Dungeos and Dragons, I try to find magic in every part of my life. Writing is a big part of me too, I hope to publish a fantasy novel one day. I also enjoy playing guitar and singing, as music always help me to get in a great mood. I have an adorable German Shepherd named Hela and we get into all kinds of adventures together.

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Aelita Senvaitytė

Aelita Senvaitytė

BoredPanda staff

My name is Aelita and I have been an Editor for Bored Panda since 2019. I spend my days working with my amazing team and making articles the best they can be. Fantasy and magic have always ruled over my world, from movies to TV shows, to Video Games to tabletop games like Dungeos and Dragons, I try to find magic in every part of my life. Writing is a big part of me too, I hope to publish a fantasy novel one day. I also enjoy playing guitar and singing, as music always help me to get in a great mood. I have an adorable German Shepherd named Hela and we get into all kinds of adventures together.

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Roadkill The Brave
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

...Take my money please...Seriously, what is your pricing, shipping rates, and how much would it cost to get a personalized one?

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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It all depends on the details - I estimate and determine individually. To be honest, no one from abroad has ever ordered a creature from me. Have account on Etsy, You can see prices there: https://www.etsy.com/pl/shop/MentalDCreatures?ele=shop_open

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Roadkill The Brave
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

...Take my money please...Seriously, what is your pricing, shipping rates, and how much would it cost to get a personalized one?

Community Member
3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It all depends on the details - I estimate and determine individually. To be honest, no one from abroad has ever ordered a creature from me. Have account on Etsy, You can see prices there: https://www.etsy.com/pl/shop/MentalDCreatures?ele=shop_open

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