Welcome back to The Photographer’s Couch! I’m your host, Megan Gioeli, and today I’m walking and talking about a simple phrase that’s been hitting home for me lately: Clear is Kind.

It might sound small, but this idea shows up everywhere—our marriages, parenting, friendships, and even in business. So often, frustration doesn’t come from what someone else did or didn’t do, but from our own lack of clarity.

Here’s what we dive into in this episode:

• Why vague communication sets people up to fail.
• Real-life examples from my marriage and parenting (like “clean your room” meaning 10 different things in my head vs. what my kids actually heard).
• How avoiding clarity often comes from wanting to protect feelings, but ends up creating confusion and resentment.
• Why clarity is an act of kindness in business—especially when it comes to setting client expectations.
• How consistency and transparency build trust with clients and relationships alike.

✨ Takeaway: When we are clear, we are kinder. Don’t expect people to read your mind—whether it’s your spouse, your kids, or your clients. Say what you mean, be transparent about what you offer, and give others the chance to show up for you.