What happens when you’re told you have just one week to live?
In this inspiring episode of The Elisha Show, Amb. Elisha sits down with internationally recognized contemporary artist Brett Ashby to discuss creativity, cancer survival, men’s mental health, resilience, purpose, and the healing power of art.
Brett shares his remarkable journey from exhibiting artwork around the world to battling a life-threatening cancer diagnosis that completely changed his perspective on success, health, and what truly matters.
He also explains how art can become a powerful tool for emotional healing, suicide prevention, and helping people express what words often cannot.
Whether you’re an artist, entrepreneur, leader, or simply someone searching for hope, this conversation offers practical wisdom and a fresh perspective on living with purpose.
In this episode:
• Brett Ashby’s journey as an international contemporary artist
• How surviving cancer transformed his outlook on life
• The connection between creativity and men’s mental health
• Why artistic expression can help prevent suicide
• Using public art to heal communities
• Lessons on resilience, rejection, reinvention, and persistence
• Why everyone is born creative
• The importance of protecting your inner light
One of Brett’s most memorable messages is:
“Keep your spotlight on. Don’t let anyone turn it off.”
Connect with Brett: https://www.brettashby.com/
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