Breaking Joy

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[03:35] The shattering discovery of the affair and the whirlwind of emotions. [07:49] The painful navigation of grief and confronting the unimaginable. [11:56] Creating a safe space for uncomfortable conversations. [14:09] Reclaiming self-worth and the journey of self-discovery. [16:34] Boundaries, privacy, and the significance of self-respect. [20:12] Medication's role in the healing process. [22:51] Viewing the affair as a plea for help and a wake-up call. [24:56] Embracing forgiveness as a vital step in healing. [25:30] Rebuilding trust in a relationship post-infidelity. [27:52] Navigating the fine balance between accountability and control. [29:27] The profound discovery of self-value and the essence of redefined love.

Today we're diving into a tender but important topic: how to be there for someone when they've experienced a profound loss. I open up about my personal journey of grief and offer some heartfelt advice. I talk about the power of just being there for someone, even if you feel a bit awkward or don't know what to say. I also touch on how to respect boundaries and give grieving loved ones their time and space, but don't hesitate to show your support with small gestures of kindness. And I share a crucial tip about connecting with grieving loved ones without piling on your own stories of loss and trauma too soon. Throughout, you'll feel like you're having a heart-to-heart chat with a friend who's been through it all and genuinely wants to help you navigate difficult seasons of loss.

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[3:00] The power of showing up for someone who's grieving

[8:02] How to respect boundaries and give space

[9:33] How to ask questions and connect

[12:28] The importance of not rushing the grieving process

there's a balance between positive + negative thinking.. and i think it's often misunderstood.. so today i'm sharing some short thoughts about these mindsets.

this episode is short but powerful - i'm sharing an excerpt from the journal.. but it's not a pretty one. these are the moments the movies don't warn you about.. and the sounds you never forget... this is goodbye.

if you are in the photography industry this is one episode you don't want to miss!! i'm spilling the beans on 15 mistakes you may be making on the wedding day.. and a bonus mistake i know most of us have been guilty of... you will learn a few hills i'm willing to die on and i'd love to learn what your hills may be too!!

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[0:50] one thing i teach my team

[5:30] one rule i always follow

[7:14] a hill i'm willing to die on

[9:19] something sometimes "controversial"

[12:20] into the unknown

[13:32] it's not all about you

[15:07] you may be missing out

[18:55] a bonus - hint: 99% of you do this

in this episode, i'm giving an inside peek into my health journey over the last handful of years!! chatting all about when things took a turn, the actions i took to advocate for myself along the way... and finally the answers i have been searching for.

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[2:50] my hope in sharing

[4:25] a glimpse at life before

[6:33] when things started to change

[11:54] what it looked like at the worst

[15:02] the first diagnosis possibilities

[23:56] one of the hardest things about all of this

gavin wade of cloudspot is breaking down how his own experiences as a wedding photographer led him to see gaps in the industry that inspired him to create the company he leads today.. and be sure to tune in so you don't miss the exciting news about what is coming soon!!!! and if you're a photographer, you can head here to grab 20% off any monthly or annual plans...

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[7:00] where most of your time is spent + business mistakes

[12:30] how the entire company started

[17:21] what creeps in no matter how big your business is

[25:00] coming SOON to cloudspot

[31:37] hustle culture + it's effects

[37:05] how business boundaries protect relationships

[43:51] rapid fire: how to connect with gavin + his most important business lesson

in this episode, i'm sharing all about common nightmares photographers have before events and the stories that go with them!!! i'm also giving away a special gift that can help you overcome ANY lighting struggles you may have — and save you some mooolaaa!!

The J & M Lighting Course

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[1:30] episode disclaimer

[1:59] #1 when to arrive

[4:45] #2 experiencing difficult lighting

[6:42] a special gift for you

[8:57] #3 battery life

[9:55] #4 memory cards + storage

women are supposed to... today i'm sharing a spoken word inspired by a recent interaction with my daughter... i have so many thoughts about the expectations put on women... no matter their age

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[0:42] women are supposed to...

[1:03] what i'm trying to teach ava + myself

[1:45] a thought on women empowerment

[2:07] things i'm tired of...

[2:35] instead, how about we...