Discovering Your Beauty Through the Lens with Jen Dean

04/21/23 • 34 min

How we feel about how we look plays such a huge role in our lives. It's inevitable in our culture. From a very young age we start questioning our appearances. One study reports that at age thirteen, 53% of American girls are “unhappy with their bodies.” This grows to 78% by the time girls reach seventeen.

And it doesn’t necessarily improve as we get older. When we talk about our relationships with our bodies, most women immediately go to their relationship with how their bodies look.

On today’s podcast, we’re talking with photographer Jen Dean. Jen is so much more than a photographer. She’s a storyteller, a guide, and a healer in the journey of self-embodiment. Jen shares with us how photography has always been a part of her life, and more importantly, its impact on her personal journey and how she helps others see their beauty.
Throughout our conversation we'll explore:

Photography as a tool for self-acceptance and self-love.
The significance of feeling good about ourselves and how it can change how we move in the world.
Photography as a form of storytelling that helps people connect with each other on a deeper level.
The power of changing your beliefs and giving yourself permission to see yourself differently to impact on your confidence and self-acceptance.

Make sure to check out Jen’s work at:

Website: https://jendeanphoto.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jendeanportrait/
https://www.instagram.com/jendeanboudoir/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jendeanphoto
Gardenia Project: https://jendeanphoto.com/the-gardenia-project
Sarah Kelly's conversation with Jen on Gardenia Project: https://jendeanphoto.com/blog1/2018/12/3/ibelieveyou

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And it doesn’t necessarily improve as we get older. When we talk about our relationships with our bodies, most women immediately go to their relationship with how their bodies look.

Photography as a tool for self-acceptance and self-love.
The significance of feeling good about ourselves and how it can change how we move in the world.
Photography as a form of storytelling that helps people connect with each other on a deeper level.
The power of changing your beliefs and giving yourself permission to see yourself differently to impact on your confidence and self-acceptance.

Make sure to check out Jen’s work at:

✨ You are meant to shine. ✨
Stay in touch! Sign up for our weekly emails or follow us on social on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

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Unlock the Power of Community to Blossom

Community! It's such a powerful tool in each of our self-worth journeys.
The truth is, self-worth thrives in community. It helps us remember other people have been (or currently are) right where we've been. Struggling with similar things and experimenting with different ways to move past those struggles.

And let’s be honest, while self-worth is discovered inside of us, sometimes a reminder from fellow journeyers that we are worthy helps us to trust that voice inside saying the same thing.
This is what we're discussing today. The importance of community, how to define community, and maybe most important, how to start creating that community of your dream no matter how brave you're feeling.
Throughout our conversation we'll explore:

The significance of community in shaping your self-worth journey and personal growth.
The power of heart-centered connections for emotional healing and fostering deeper relationships.
Online platforms as alternative spaces to find and engage with supportive communities.
The art of navigating relationships with self-compassion and understanding individual journeys.
Our newest coaching program, Blossom, a transformative experience designed to enhance self-worth through community and connection.

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The Sacred Art of Cooking: Nourishment and Community

There's a reason we have food as a category in our self-worth wheel. We explore the deep impact food and nourishment can have on our lives in this week's conversation with Imiloa Insititute's executive chef, Daniel Quesada.
Discover the profound significance food can have on our overall well-being as we explore Chef Daniel's unique approach to fostering kindness, mentorship, and community in the kitchen. The result? Beyond delicious dishes that emerge from a happy team combined with genuine passion and love for cooking.

Throughout the conversation we dive into Chef Daniel's culinary journey, from his start at his grandma's kitchen to his leadership and mentorship role at Imiloa. More importantly, he provides actionable steps for cultivating a deeper connection between food and your overall well-being.
Resources:

Chef Daniel’s easy-to-access vegan cookbook, Sacred Nourishment. We recommend starting with the cauliflower soup!
Follow Chef Daniel on Instagram, if you're ready to drool with your scroll...
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