This week I sit down with photographer Mia Davies. During our conversation, Mia reflects on her childhood dreams, the challenges of navigating school with ADHD, and the societal pressures to conform to traditional career paths. Mia discusses her transition into photography, the impact of imposter syndrome, and the ongoing struggle to balance work and family life. The conversation also touches on the transformative experience of lockdown, which led Mia to discover her passion for capturing raw, authentic moments in her photography. Mia and I discuss the profound impact of lockdown photography, the emotional journey of turning 30, and the life-altering experience of a breast cancer diagnosis. We explore the importance of early detection, the challenges of navigating the healthcare system, and the emotional turmoil that comes with all of it. Mia shares her journey through chemotherapy and how photography became a therapeutic outlet during her treatment, ultimately highlighting the power of self-advocacy and the importance of sharing personal experiences to raise awareness.

Takeaways

• Photography became a passion later in life, sparked by a gift from her uncle.
• Support and community can help overcome self-doubt and imposter syndrome.
• Early detection is crucial in the fight against cancer.
• Advocating for oneself in healthcare is essential.
• Navigating the healthcare system can be daunting and frustrating.
• Photography served as a therapeutic outlet during treatment.
• Sharing personal stories can help raise awareness about cancer.

Mia Davies Photography

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Keywords

photography, motherhood, ADHD, imposter syndrome, work-life balance, lockdown, personal journey, creative passion, family, mental health, lockdown photography, breast cancer, early detection, mental health, motherhood, chemotherapy, self-advocacy, personal journey, photography therapy, cancer awareness, breast cancer, awareness, photography, personal journey, Copperfield, emotional healing, exhibition, storytelling, community support, mental health

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