Why it’s okay to prioritize yourself even when the world is in shambles| oceanside, california boudoir photographer

Hey friends - it’s me. Writing directly from the heart on this one. It’s no surprise that things feel heavy, things feel scary, and things feel out of control. I can honestly say I don’t even remember what “normal” feels like. For 2 years, I have been trying to build this business while also navigating truly wild and out of my control circumstances- a pandemic, political chaos, economic strains and inflation, and now a war oversees that will inevitably continue to add to it all.

I know a lot of us (myself included) are wondering “what’s the point?” and are feeling truly helpless as the world around us continues to hurt.

I know it’s hard. I know it’s easy to sit there and feel like nothing *really matters* and that there’s no point in advocating for ourselves when others in this world can’t even exist without fearing for their lives. It’s so hard to find peace of mind right now.

BUT. It’s times like this where showing up matters more than you know. Continuing on with life is important. Finding it within ourselves to see the beauty that still exists in our everyday life, amidst the chaos is SO IMPORTANT.

Supporting those that create art and make the world a better place is more dire now, than ever. In a time of tragedy and heartbreak, we need beauty too. We DESERVE beauty. We so badly do.

That’s why I have got to keep my chin up and keep creating and keep holding space for others all while encouraging those of you who need it most, that it’s okay to keep going. Because when I empower others, they get to feel powerful. They get to feel SEEN. They get to freaking feel validated and appreciated and held.

If you feel called to book a shoot during this time, I urge you to. You are worthy of taking time and space for yourself amidst these times. I cannot stress that enough.

You are loved. you are seen. you are worthy. you matter.

You are worthy of being seen even in a time where it might feel pointless. just remember that.

xoxo

Carrie Anne