Giving Up the Ghost: Releasing the Stories Holding You Back in Your Photography Business

The Art & Soul Show - Photography Podcast for Newborn and Family Photographers

A few years ago, I started my own process of reflection at the end of each year, looking at my successes… and maybe some of the things that didn’t go so well too. We all have those moments where a client interaction went badly, or we made another embarrassing business mistake that haunts us a little bit.

Part of my process of reflection is taking a look at those moments, learning what I need from them, and then letting them go or, as I like to call it, “giving up the ghost” of the things that haunt our creative businesses, whether it be uncomfortable experiences, business failures, or limiting beliefs.

So in today’s episode, I’m going to walk you through my five-step process so you can do just that! If you have those memories and beliefs that are causing you shame, you’re not alone. But it’s time to take what you need from them and then let go so you can grow and flourish in the new year. Let’s dive in!

What’s in this episode:

[00:00] What it means to “give up the ghost” and some of the beliefs you have that might be holding you back

[02:28] Why shame doesn’t serve us and why it’s time to let go of these old experiences and beliefs causing us shame and embarrassment

[03:59] My five step process for letting go of these old thoughts and beliefs, including acknowledging and reflecting on these experiences before moving on from them

[07:13] Why reflecting on your own limiting beliefs is such an important part of this process

[12:18] A few journal prompts to help you reflect on your last year and let go of limiting beliefs going into the new year

Tune in to this episode so you can reflect on your past year and embrace growth and confidence in the new year.

For full show notes, resources, links and to download the transcript, visit our website: https://themilkyway.ca/giving-up-the-ghost-releasing-the-stories-holding-you-back-in-your-photography-business/

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