The Photog Files

The start of a new year can feel overwhelming—especially for creatives. In this episode of The Photog Files, we slow things down.

This is a calm, reflective New Year conversation about looking back without judgment, finding inspiration again through curiosity (not pressure), and starting fresh without the noise of hustle culture.

If you’re a photographer or creative feeling stuck, behind, or unsure where to begin this year, this episode is for you.

• A thoughtful way to reflect on the past year
• Why curiosity matters more than new gear
• How to avoid January overwhelm
• Small, repeatable habits that build creative momentum
• Permission to start the year exactly where you are

• Photographers at any stage
• Creatives rebuilding rhythm after burnout
• Anyone tired of “New Year, New You” pressure
• Listeners who want inspiration without noise

🎙 The Photog Files is a podcast about photography, creativity, and building a meaningful creative life—one frame at a time.

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