We all carry parts of ourselves that once protected us, guided us, or kept us safe—but no longer serve who we’re becoming. Letting go can be one of the hardest acts of growth. Some of the most enlightened members of the community share their thoughts on this below.
Tiffany Mathias
The resilent perfectionist. If I had a dollar for everytime someone mentioned my resilence, I could retire and finally travel the world, first class no less. And I birthed the perfectionist as a tool for survival. Somewhere along my life’s journey the resilent perfectionist became my identity. I only knew how to just keep pushing through and finding a way. Read More>>
amy schromm
Great question. I think the part of me that has served its purpose is the version of myself that focused on simply mastering the craft—learning how to make beautiful content and creating work that pleased the masses. That chapter taught me discipline and skill, but now I’m ready to release it and lean fully into my authentic point of view. Read More>>
Maeve Norton
I absolutely love this question. I am a big believer in the ever-changing and ever-growing experience that is being human, especially a creative human. I think early in our careers we expect to get to a certain point and just sit there comfortably. But that isn’t the case, and thank god it’s not. Read More>>
Kate Berry
Fear, doubt and imposter syndrome. As a self-taught photographer I’ve always felt like I was going to get caught out somehow, that someone would discover I’m a fake. But then I realise how long I’ve been doing this and how far I’ve come, it’s important to reflect on that sometimes. I also think we have to continue to push and reinvent ourselves as artists. Read More>>
