In today’s episode of The Photographer’s Couch, I’m sharing a personal reminder I come back to often—especially during the summer and busy seasons of life and business: saying no is what gives your yes its power.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to say yes to everything—every session, every invitation, every opportunity—this episode is for you. I talk about how I’ve learned (and am still learning) to say no without guilt, and how that simple shift allows me to stay aligned with my goals, protect my energy, and show up more fully in the things that truly matter.

✨ In this episode, I share:

• Why I used to say yes to everything (and how that drained me)
• The mindset shift that helped me create boundaries in life and business
• Real-life examples of when saying no actually served my clients better
• Two reminders I keep at my desk to guide my decisions
• How to reframe “no” as a decision rooted in purpose—not avoidance

📍 Gentle Reminder: You can do it—but should you? And if you say yes, what are you saying no to?

This episode is your permission to be intentional. To stop overcommitting. And to give your most meaningful yes the space it deserves.