781 | How Pictures Can Manifest Your Highest Self with Avalon Mohns

In this episode, I had the pleasure of welcoming Avalon Moans, a talented photographer specializing in helping female small business owners become the confident face of their brands. Our conversation began with a nostalgic reflection on our first meeting at a networking event, where I encouraged Avalon to share her story and record it. This moment marked a significant turning point for her, as it helped her gain confidence in articulating her message. Avalon shared her transformative journey, highlighting how stepping out of her comfort zone by volunteering at networking events opened doors to a supportive community of entrepreneurs. We discussed the importance of building connections and how offering services for free can lead to invaluable experiences and relationships. Avalon emphasized that trusting your intuition, even when others advise against it, can lead to incredible opportunities. As we delved deeper into Avalon's work, she explained her unique approach to photography, which goes beyond aesthetics. She focuses on helping her clients embody their future selves through intentional and powerful imagery. Avalon believes that photography can serve as a manifestation tool, allowing clients to visualize and step into the business owners they aspire to be. We also touched on Avalon's personal growth, discussing her past struggles with anxiety and self-doubt. She shared a poignant story about overcoming her fear of driving on the highway, which ultimately led her to confront deeper beliefs about her self-worth and ability to care for herself. This revelation was a powerful reminder of the importance of addressing the root causes of our fears and limiting beliefs. As we wrapped up our conversation, Avalon expressed her vision for the future, including the desire to expand her photography business into a full-service brand agency. She aims to create workshops and spaces that foster community and support for fellow entrepreneurs. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of personal growth, the power of storytelling, and the transformative impact of stepping into one's authentic self. Avalon's journey is an inspiring reminder that our stories can change at any moment, and with the right support and mindset, we can achieve our dreams. HIGHLIGHTS 00:00:00 - Introduction and First Meeting 00:01:00 - Overcoming Nervousness 00:02:15 - Transformative Networking Experience 00:04:01 - Trusting Intuition 00:06:06 - Building Connections 00:07:12 - Avalon's Photography Journey 00:08:40 - Embodying Future Self 00:10:54 - Connecting to Higher Self 00:12:18 - Avalon's Vision for the Future 00:15:05 - Reflecting on Past Struggles 00:18:43 - The Importance of Self-Belief 00:21:09 - Discovering Photography 00:23:03 - Seeing Possibilities 00:29:40 - The Power of Emotion in Photography 00:32:32 - Building Confidence Through Experience 00:34:50 - Lessons in Overcoming Fear 00:36:48 - Gratitude and Reflection Connect with Avalon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avalonmohnsphoto/ Website: https://avalonmohns.com/next-level-brand Marsha Vanwynsberghe — NLP Storytelling Trainer, OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification, Author, Speaker, and Podcaster Download FREE “You Are Supported” Hypnosis and Subliminal Bundle HERE  Join the next cohort of OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification (kick-off in March 2025) HERE Learn more about changing the Stories We Tell Ourselves Digital Program HERE. Use Code PODCAST to receive 20% off. Code FASTACTION20 Tap the “Follow” button never to miss a show, and if you love the show, please feel free to tag me on social media, share it with a friend, or leave me a rating and review. This really helps the show grow! Website: www.marshavanw.com Connect on IG click HERE Subscribe on YouTube click HERE