In this episode of the Flourish Academy podcast, Heather Lahtinen dives into the perils of comparison and how it affects photographers and creatives alike. Heather explores the natural tendency to compare ourselves to others and the detrimental impact it can have on our self-worth and creativity.

Whether you're feeling discouraged by another photographer's work or struggling to see the value in your own, this episode offers actionable insights to shift your perspective and embrace your unique journey. Tune in to discover how to stop comparing and start flourishing.

Show Notes

• Introduction to Comparison: Heather discusses why comparing ourselves to others is a natural, yet counterproductive, tendency and how it affects photographers.
• The Downside of Comparison: How comparing ourselves to others can lead to feelings of inadequacy or false pride, and why it ultimately hurts us.
• 13 Questions to Overcome Comparison: Heather introduces and explains the 13 questions she uses in coaching to help clients move past comparison and focus on their own progress.
• Practical Steps: Two actionable steps to deal with comparison – becoming aware of it and deciding whether to avoid triggers or work on changing your mindset.
• Related Episode: Heather references Episode 257, "Comparison is Not the Thief of Joy," for further insights on overcoming comparison.

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