“Looking at social media as a creative outlet/place to connect with others has been KEY in not worrying about being perfectly perfect in all of my photos. DON’T post a picture for likes and validation… post photos because they inspire you, show off something you love or are proud of, share an experience, etc. It’s about expression, not validation, which is a concept that goes beyond the realm of social media, too.”

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