1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 ⚠️ Note: This episode is from the Intentional Documentary® era. I’ve kept it in the archive because it captures a raw and unfiltered turning point in my journey. It reflects a season of grieving an identity, listening inward, and realigning with what matters most. ⚠️ Content Note:&amp;nbsp;This episode includes honest reflections on creative burnout, identity loss, and grief in business. Listen gently if you're in a vulnerable season, or skip this one for now. ... In this episode, I share the moment I realized I was no longer connected to my business and the slow grief that followed. This isn’t about failure. It’s about facing truth, letting go, and reimagining your work in a way that feels like you again. If you’re carrying heaviness around your creative path, identity, or business, this story might help you name what you’re holding — and remind you that you’re not alone. Topics included:&amp;nbsp; Why launching The Preservation Project™ left me emotionally exhausted Feeling forgotten in the photography industry Letting go of my identity as “the strategy person” Closing The Goodbye Posing Guide Facebook group (8.5k members, 6 years strong) The hidden grief in business pivots and creative exits Reframing audience expectations and internalized pressure How story work became the bridge back to myself A gentle reflection prompt for anyone in a season of loss or shift Access the archived episode resources here: → dangerouslygoodstories.com/intentional-documentary-podcast-archive DANGEROUSLY GOOD STORIES http://dangerouslygoodstories.com/podcast <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/10753079/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/10753079