In this episode, we saddle up and ride straight into the wild territory of doing the “hard things” — the ones that stretch you, scare you a little, and make you a better photographer and a stronger human. We talk about choosing the right kind of hard… the kind that calls to you from deep inside, not the kind the world thinks you should be doing.

You’ll hear how breaking big, intimidating goals into bite-sized trail markers makes the journey not just doable, but actually fun. And we share why having a loyal posse — whether it’s a mastermind group, your creative herd, or your trail-ride buddies — can make the difference between stalling out at the gate and crossing the finish line with dusty boots and a victory grin.

This one’s all about honest mindset discussions, real-talk photography growth, and finding the courage to chase the challenges that light you up. So grab your hat, tighten your cinch, and let’s ride into the good kind of hard together.

Takeaways

• Mindset is your saddle: if it’s not cinched up right, nothing else is going to sit comfortably — in photography or business.
• Not all “hard things” are worth your energy. Learning to pick the ones your soul is actually craving is part of the adventure.
• Perfectionism? She’s the dusty outlaw trying to slow you down. Progress — even messy, crooked, imperfect progress — is what gets you across the prairie.
• A supportive community is your herd. Big challenges get a whole lot easier when you’re not riding that trail alone.

Links referenced in this episode:

• cowgirlswithcameras.com
• cowgirlswithcameras.community