I mentioned a couple of weeks ago that it was time to either sell my camera, or put myself out there. Selling the camera seemed like the easy way out. It was certainly the most appealing way. Having to step way outside my comfort zone, putting my name to pictures, putting myself out there for criticism, expectations, business…it scared the crap out of me. It still does.
But the problem I have is that I tend to be one of those people who preaches to others about stepping outside their comfort zones. I tend to be an advocate for following your dreams, doing what you love. I tell people time and time again that if you’re not doing what you love, or at least trying to figure out what that is, you are not living your life how it was meant to be lived. And I have known for a while now I have not been living my life doing what I wanted to do. I was doing what was easy.
So, I finally just did it. I decided on a name, created a blog, and updated and published my old Facebook Page. I also sent a message to some local friends, giving them all this information. I’m lucky to have such amazing friends who have already started sharing my information and have been so supportive and encouraging. I’ve also had at least 4 people tell me they’d like to book me to get some family photos done – as soon as this rain goes away.
Every one has to start somewhere. The wheels are in motion. I’m going to try. Because you know what happens when you try? You have a chance of succeeding.
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Failing is the same as not trying, but with a better chance at success….good for you!
love that! thanks Lydia!
Well done lovely on getting the ball rolling. You owe it to yourself to give it a go. Fairy wishes and butterfly kisses for your wonderful new venture
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Thanks Rhi. You’re right. I’ll never regret trying.
I wish you all the best wishes possible. Good on you, have a crack, you have talent, use it!
Thanks heaps Sophie.
Just found your blog. Would have been sad to sell your camera, glad you chose a different road. All the best with the new venture!
Thank you so much Stephanie.
I love this and well done you! I’m sure you will be amazing. All the best xx
Thanks heaps Deb! I hope so!
Well done! I wish you every success!
Thanks Amanda!
Good on you! You may as well give it a go – as you say, everyone starts somewhere. I hope it goes really well for you!
Thank you very much!
I’ve just done it too!! Sure, it’s totally scary, but it also just feels right.
It’s so easy to preach about living your dreams, but having a crack? That’s where the real magic lives. Who knows where the path ends, maybe somewhere totally different, but you need to start walking to find out.
If only we had a crystal ball, but we don’t, so onwards we walk! Best of luck to you, too!
I’m so proud of you for getting out there and doing it. I think you’ll surprise yourself xx
Thanks Jess. I hope you are right!
Congratulations! Well done for putting yourself out there – I am sure you will be a success. You have a wonderful talent, you just need to work on the confidence in your ability. Good luck xxxx
Thank you. You’re right, my confidence does need a boost!
Yay!! Taking the first steps can be so hard, glad you chose this route!! X Karem
Thank you Karen. yes, first steps are the hardest for SURE!
Photography is an awesome passion. I am sure you will get lots of satisfaction from this journey.
i think it is awesome…but it’s also too expensive to just be a hobby! 😉
And good luck!
Thank you!
Congrats on making the leap and good luck with it. I know you will do fab! xx
Thanks Rhian. I hope you’re right!
Go, Aroha! You can totally do this! Don’t think of it as stepping out of your comfort zone, think that you’re just simply following your heart and passions 🙂 xxx
Good on you for stepping outside your comfort zone … you never know where it could lead!
Nice to see you leaping outside your comfort zone! beautiful photos on your new blog page by the way – espec the last one 🙂 smell the fear but do it anyway. Love it.
Your photos are gorgeous Aroha! So glad you backed yourself and decided to give it a go – well done to you!
Wow this is very exciting news! So happy for you! Wishing you a lot of success! I’m going to see your blog now.
What a McLegend for sure hun – you’ve got the talent, now you just have to back it up with confidence xxx
Congrats on taking the first step lovely, you’ll do well because you’re passionate about it and that always shines through.
Aroha, well done! What an inspiring post 🙂 Good on you for going with your heart, I am sure the outcome will be fantastic!
All the best xx
Aroha, I’ve just been to your new blog……amazing!!! You’re obviously too talented not to follow this dream. Gorgeous xx