Posts tagged psychology
29: How We Can Support the BIPOC Community As Photographers
29: How We Can Support the BIPOC Community As Photographers

Since the George Floyd incident sparked so much shock and sadness around the world leading to protests and BIPOC voices becoming more amplified, I dove into social media to learn more from the BIPOC community. I had the realization that if she could influence me to speak up, then I can do the same for others. I CAN help make a difference and help create a ripple effect towards ending racial and social injustice. If we take the time NOW to pause, listen, and learn about the pain the BIPOC community is experiencing and WHY, then we can use that new found understanding and our voices to help moving forward. To BE the change.

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show notesSara Monikaphotography, photographer, emotional intelligence, weddings, racial injustice, awareness, black lives matter, growth, activism, psychology, entrepreneurship, BIPOC
28: How to Be Resourceful + Problem Solve: Part 2 with Clarissa DiGioacchino
28: How to Be Resourceful + Problem Solve: Part 2 with Clarissa DiGioacchino

On Part 2 of my conversation with Clarissa DiGioacchino we discuss ways in which you can become more effective at solving problems and being resourceful both in your business and your personal life. Where’s the line between being inspired by others and starting to compare yourself to them? And how to apply creative thinking to your problem-solving approach and creating solutions? If you want to hear Part 1 of our conversation, make sure to listen to the previous episode that’s all about the emotional transition curve and being self-aware. 

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show notesSara Monikaphotography, photographer, emotional intelligence, weddings, mindfulness, awareness, inspiration, growth, motivation, psychology, entrepreneurship, business
26: Things I Discovered That Are Essential to My Happiness
26: Things I Discovered That Are Essential to My Happiness

Introspection and looking inwards - two very powerful things that can help you during a time of little or no motivation to find your inner balance and alignment with what you truly want and what makes you happy. I want to help people lead their best lives, but recently I was feeling depleted and didn’t have the motivation to do that. I felt so guilty about it. My body was telling me I needed to take care of myself first, before I could help others. So I did that. With this episode, I want to inspire you to let go of feelings of guilt, embrace what your body and mind is telling you, and look inside yourself to rediscover your happiness.

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show notesSara Monikaphotography, photographer, mental health, wellness, mindfulness, awareness, inspiration, growth, motivation, psychology, wisdom, affirmations