Why I Need ANXIETY to Write Music.

Are you the type of creator who works a little bit every day, or do you need the pressure of a looming deadline to function? In this honest clip, Arvid Hällagård of Greenleaf admits that unlike his prolific bandmates who write constant riffs for bands like Greenleaf and Dozer, he can't just turn creativity on and off. He reveals that he actually needs to feel anxiety and the pressure of "feeling bad" about not working before he can summon the energy to write lyrics. He opens up about the recurring self-doubt—"Can I really do this again?"—that hits him before every single album. Does anxiety fuel your work, or does it shut you down? Let us know in the comments! 👇 Follow The Sonic Road Podcast on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook & X: @thesonicroad Subscribe on Youtube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts: https://linktr.ee/thesonicroad #thesonicroadpodcast #rockmusic #metalmusic #rockpodcast #metalpodcast #rocknroll #alternativemusic #podcast2025 #podcastlife #newepisodes #musician #songwriting #mentalhealth #creativeprocess #relatable