A Picture’s Worth…

How we value ourselves, says everything to the world around us. We show others how to treat us, by how we treat ourselves. But while we may think of ourselves as worthy, we may act otherwise.

Recently, a dear person in my life asked if they could purchase some of my sun photos. I was in shock. I’ve always wanted to print and sell these photos but didn’t think they were worthy enough to be purchased.

I wasn’t diminishing my talent, it’s just that when I think of selling prints, I think of photos that have been captured on DSLR, or film, or edited to perfection on Photoshop. Standards that I’ve fabricated in my mind.

When she asked how much it’d be to purchase the photos, I was uncomfortable. How do I determine my worth without sounding unfair, rude, inconsiderate, selfish? All these thoughts started pouring in. When I stated that I only wanted her to pay for half and the rest would be a gift, she insisted she’d pay for all.

I knew that this was a moment to reflect. Stating your worth has nothing to do with being nice. And when I decided I wanted to be nice over my worth, this beautiful person reminded me otherwise.

Yesterday, I sent off the first prints I ever sold, and I feel indescribable. I am forever grateful for the people in my life who remind me of my worth. Thank you.

Sun prints soon to come.