Have you ever found yourself following someone else’s rules, only to realize it just doesn’t feel right? In this episode, Wendy and her guest, Sylvie Mazarolle, dive deep into the journey of saying yes to yourself and embracing authenticity in both life and work. Sylvie shares her personal story of reclaiming her creative vision after a course left her feeling disconnected from her passion. By tweaking her approach to align with what truly excites her, she’s rediscovered her love for capturing the beauty of life in all its forms—people, places, and adventures—and the magic started flowing again as soon as she did. Wendy reflects on the lessons she learned from working with her coach, Gina DeVee, emphasizing the importance of trusting your own values instead of outsourcing your power. Together, they discuss the magic that happens when you release control, stay open to the unexpected, and rediscover what makes you feel truly alive. No matter what phase of life you’re navigating, this episode is a powerful reminder to say yes to what feels right for you and to live a life that makes you feel truly alive. Tune in and say yes to the life that’s waiting for you!

About Sylvie:
Sylvie is a professional photographer with over 15 years experience as a visual artist. Eight of those years were spent as a professional makeup artist in Toronto’s film and fashion industry. Now based in Dieppe New-Brunswick Canada, you can find her behind the lens creating beautiful images for others to enjoy. In her photography, she focuses on using natural light as much as possible and trusting in not just what she sees, but how she sees it. She uses both her past experience in color theory and storytelling as well as her intuition. The results are rich, elegant images that evoke emotions. In addition to traveling, portraits, and food photography, she mentors others on how to unlock their own creativity. “ Photographs are the only thing capable of freezing the passing of time in today's fast-paced world. It’s a way to slow down and be present. When I am photographing just for me, it’s a form of self care and art therapy. It can be very meditative. There is beauty everywhere. Slow down and take a moment to appreciate it, taste it, and get to know it. Enjoy a Slice Of Life.”

Referenced in this Episode:
Listen to Sylvie's First Appearance on the Podcast
Cathy Heller's Episode with Amber Lilyestrom

Connect with Sylvie:
sylviemazerolle.com

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