Justin Pierre (Motion City Soundtrack) on Anxiety, ADHD, Creativity & Music That Saves Lives

Justin Pierre of Motion City Soundtrack joins the show for a deeply honest conversation about mental health, creativity, anxiety, ADHD, and the unexpected ways music connects people. Justin opens up about songwriting, parenting, therapy, performance anxiety, and how fans sharing their stories helped him better understand himself. This episode goes far beyond music. It’s a real, vulnerable discussion about self-acceptance, pressure, neurodivergence, and learning how to stay present in a high-stakes creative life. In this episode: Justin Pierre’s journey with anxiety, ADHD, and mental health How Motion City Soundtrack’s music impacted fans’ lives Performance anxiety and life as a touring artist Creativity, songwriting, and storytelling through music Parenting, growth, and breaking generational patterns Therapy, meditation, and learning self-regulation Finding meaning, connection, and balance as an artist Whether you’re a longtime Motion City Soundtrack fan or someone navigating creativity and mental health, this conversation will resonate. Watch full episodes for free on Veeps: https://veeps.com/artistfriendly Stay connected and don’t miss a conversation: Instagram: / artist.friendly TikTok: / artist.friendly About Artist Friendly: On Artist Friendly, Good Charlotte’s Joel Madden gets real with today's breakthrough artists. From chart-toppers to rising stars, guests spill the untold stories behind their success: the pivotal moments, crushing failures, and insider moves that made all the difference. Drawing on his experience as an artist, performer and founder, Joel digs deeper than the surface. This isn't just interviews — it's a masterclass in creative survival from those who've lived it.