We were lucky to catch up with Nasimeh B.e. recently and have shared our conversation below.

Nasimeh, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today It’s always helpful to hear about times when someone’s had to take a risk – how did they think through the decision, why did they take the risk, and what ended up happening. We’d love to hear about a risk you’ve taken.

I’ve taken so many risks in my life. When I was 23, I went on a cross-country road trip with two friends, to work on farms, with no plan afterwards. At 26, I moved across the country to one of the cities I got to know on that trip. At 30, I moved to LA to be an actor. And at 34, I moved to New York, where I now live.

I’ve always felt drawn by the light in my gut. There’s a golden light in there – something that pulls me, even when I can’t see the logic to the decision or know what it will mean. Still, I feel drawn to the places, people, and locations that call to me.

So far, every risk has turned out amazingly. The road trip led me to important life connections and lessons. The first city gave me my community and sense of purpose. Los Angeles granted me exploration of an important facet of my life. And New York – New York! – has given me an almost endless amount.

I’m always fond of going for it. People say that the regrets at end of life are far more often about what someone didn’t do than what they did; you might as well try. The worst thing that will happen is failure – and that’s just a step on the journey.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

I am an artist, a coach, and a writer. I create content, illustrations, and courses about wellbeing, mental health, and mindfulness. I work with clients 1 on 1 and in group containers, facilitate events here in New York, and offer material online. My work mixes it all: mental health and wellbeing, presence and artistry, creativity and humor. I bring all of my background and trainings into my unique approach.

I am of mixed heritage – my mother is Iranian and my father is white American – and this lends itself to my voice and perspective. I have always been a bridge builder; it’s how I was born.

I don’t know if I so much got into my industry as followed the calls that had been there since I was young. I never knew a time without creativity – it was how I processed the world, which felt large and at times daunting. But when I could tell stories of it, it made more sense.

Nonetheless, it was the formative years after college where I drew it all together. I worked as an educator; I made art whenever I could, and I wound up working with organizations that educated about the earth. Over time, I refined both my craft and my path, picking up a Yoga Teacher Training, Life coach training, and now, a Masters in Psychology from Columbia University.

It is my deepest prayer that my work be in service of awakening. Of human flourishing. And of a caring and kind earth, which I hope we can achieve.

How can we best help foster a strong, supportive environment for artists and creatives?

For one, we must value art. We must know that it is not only a pretty thing, but of deep worth in our world. Studies show that art helps us lower stress and increases our executive function. It is good for us – and helps us feel connected. We must center that.

Secondly, we must create communities that put care at the center, not profit. When we know that we are held by others, we have so much more access to our creativity.

And lastly, we must weave creativity into our everyday lives. It is not something to be accessed sometimes – it is with us, every day!

How did you build your audience on social media?

Ah yes. You know, I have been sharing on social media since the earliest days – I’m talking LiveJournal, OpenDiary (IYKYK!), Tumblr. I was drawn to that avenue from my youth.

But it was in the past few years that I really refined my messaging and offerings. And through that, my audience grew.

What I’d tell people just starting out: take it easy. Step by step. Get to know the platforms and be consistent, but don’t overextend yourself. Numbers on a screen don’t always translate to what you think. Focus on connection and giving value – and that will come back to you.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://nasimeh.me
• Instagram: @NasimehBE
• Other: TikTok:@NasimehBE