Why do we sometimes look at a photo of ourselves and immediately focus on everything we don't like?Our body. Our posture. Our face. Our “bad side”. The parts we wish were different.In this episode of The Soul Filler Podcast, The Nude Edition, Mariya and I explore the way we see ourselves in photographs and how much of that perception is connected to our inner world.As a professional photographer, Mariya shares practical advice on how to feel more comfortable in front of the camera. We talk about posture, body positioning, how to sit, how to stand, and how small changes in the way we position our bodies can make a difference in the way we see ourselves in photographs.But this conversation goes much deeper than simply learning how to look better in a photo.We explore why some photographs make us feel uncomfortable, why we tend to focus immediately on the parts of our bodies we don't like, and how our external appearance is often connected to our inner perception of ourselves.We discuss the parts of the body that women often struggle to accept, the difference between accepting something and choosing to change something, and how our relationship with our bodies influences the way we see ourselves.Because sometimes, the problem isn't the picture.Sometimes, it's the way we've learned to look at ourselves.At the end of the episode, we share a therapeutic self-portrait and body image exercise that you can try for yourself. This practice is designed to help you connect with your body, your emotions, and the way you truly see yourself.This is a conversation about photography, body image, self-acceptance, posture, self-perception, vulnerability, and the connection between our inner world and the way we see our bodies.We hope this episode gives you a new perspective on photographs, your body, and the way you look at yourself.Enjoy watching.Connect with Mariya MilevaMariya Mileva is a professional photographer and artist exploring identity, self-perception, the body, and the relationship we have with ourselves through photography.Website: www.mariya-mileva.comInstagram: @mariyamilevaphotographer @portraitureoftheselfTikTok & YouTube: @MariyaMilevaConnect with Dr. Rali GeorgDr. Rali Georg is a Doctor of Dental Medicine, aesthetic practitioner, and storyteller who explores the connection between how we live, think, and experience the world, and how it shows up in our smile, face, body, and overall well-being. Through personal stories, professional experience, and honest conversations, she inspires people to reconnect with themselves, find more inner peace, and live with fewer clenched teeth... both literally and metaphorically.Instagram: @drraligeorgYouTube: @drraligeorgTikTok: @drraligeorgThe Soul Filler Podcast explores the deeper conversations behind the way we live, think, feel, and relate to ourselves and others.The Nude Edition is a series of honest conversations about the body, vulnerability, self-acceptance, photography, identity, and what it means to truly see ourselves.Thank you for watching and being part of this conversation. If you enjoyed the episode, consider subscribing to the channel and sharing your thoughts in the comments. We would love to hear what topics you would like us to explore in future episodes.
