Women Wednesday: Power
Hi Ladies!
I can't believe its already Wednesday, I feel like it was JUST Wednesday (of last week). It's certainly crazy how time flies. Anyway for today's Women Wednesday post I want to talk about something we all know and love: POWER. Unfortunately as much joy having power gives a single person, we don't always utilize it to our best ability. And dare I say, I believe there are some out there that don't believe they DESERVE the power.
Well, first of all, you're totally wrong, you and I deserve all the power just like the next he or she in line. Secondly, why? Why do you feel like you don't deserve it? Is it because there is a man in your life (personally or work related) that you think deserves it more? Is it because you don't think you're good enough to have all the power? Maybe it't because you're afraid of what will happen when you get the power. Well, I am here right now to tell you to throw all of that garbage in the trash because YOU ARE ENOUGH. There are so many different components of being powerful, and I bet you're already more powerful than you thought!
Did you know there are multiple types of power?
First you have formal power. This consists of coercive, reward and legitimate power.
- Coercive is basically when someone is utilizing their power in a threatening way (mostly in the workplace). Have you ever had a boss that told you if you don't do X you will be replaced? That's coercive power.
- Reward is exactly what it sounds like "If you meet your goals this month you will be given a raise."
- Legitimate power comes when someone has an actual position of power within an organization. These people are legitimately in charge.
Secondly, you have personal power which consists of expert and referent.
- Expert exists when an individual has experience, skills or knowledge. The more you know about a specific subject or matter, the more powerful you becoming when engaging with others about that subject!
- Referent comes with being trusted and respected. Think about that, simply being a trusted and respected human being brings power into your life.
Power can be implemented in so many forms and so many aspects of life. Work, relationships, family, personal, and the list goes on! If you're ever having a down day and just need to feel a little more powerful, think of these 5 different forms of power. And really think about how you can implement one of these into your every day lives. Maybe that't simply reading up on a subject that you're really passionate about and sharing that information with family and friends. And if none of these make sense in your life... make your own kind of powerful!
--xoxo
Sexy Saturday: Benefits to Having an Orgasm
Hi Ladies!
So I don't think that I need to convince any of you to bump up your sex drive. It's natural to most of us to feel the urge every now and then (or every day, no judgement here.) And why not? It fun. and not to mention, it feels pretty amazing. But I'm here to give you an even better reason to get busy more often than not: having an orgasm will help to improve your health. Yes, you read that correctly.
When you have an orgasm your brain releases oxytocin, aka the pleasure hormone. In addition, up to 30 different parts of the brain are activated, including those responsible for emotion, touch, joy, satisfaction and memory.
I have listed 11 ways (that I found on Huffington Post) having an orgasm can make your life that much better!
- Orgasms relieve stress
- An orgasm could make your significant other less likely to cheat
- The female orgasm could make men focus better
- Orgasms could help with insomnia
- A man’s orgasm could (maybe) make a woman less depressed
- Orgasms help alleviate pain
- They could help men get over their colds faster
- Steady orgasms could help you live longer
- Orgasms will also stimulate your brain
- Orgasms could keep you looking young
- They just get better as you age
So basically, if you're stressed, can't sleep, sick or just want to stay looking young forever.... have an orgasm!
xoxo Meghan
"I was blown away..." | Gainesville Boudoir
This past week I met Miss B and delivered her beautiful boudoir album to her. I'm so stoked by her response, not because she's sending all her friends my way... but because it gave her the confidence and self-love that I want all my clients to experience. Our Gainesville Boudoir studio specializes in making women feel and look beautiful, but it doesn't just last one day. This is an experience that you WILL take with you for life. Embrace your womanhood, allow Staci and I to glam you up and you will not regret it.
Miss B says, "Ladies if you have ever thought about doing boudoir photos Mirrored Images is amazing! I have talked about doing sexy photos for years but never had the nerve. I had my session Wed & was blown away. Jenn was awesome, she is an amazing person & a fantastic photographer! She is a pro & makes you feel so comfortable. After my photo reveal I left the studio feeling more confident, sexy & empowered. I can't wait to work with her again, thank you Jenn!"
Have you heard about our Christmas boudoir specials? Spaces are limited!
Christmas Boudoir Special | Gainesville Georgia
Christmas Boudoir Special? In July? Yes, you read that right! In previous years I've offered boudoir mini sessions or marathons, but I've found that the experience that I push each client to receive gets lost in the shuffle. This year I'm offering custom packages just for the holidays which will be full one hour sessions in our private boudoir studio, with no rush to get to the next gal. I pride myself in keeping the amount of clients I accept limited so that I can maintain friendships and provide an incredible experience to every woman that comes through my doors.
This year... get him a gift that leaves a lasting impression, while pampering and loving yourself. It's a win-win!
Please mention this promotion when contacting me about your session, add SHOOTME@MIRROREDIMAGES.NET to your trusted emails (I get sent to spam sometimes). This promotion cannot be combined with other offers. Sessions will be scheduled for October and November 2017, products will be delivered by December 8, 2017. Holidays are an incredibly busy time of year for me, promotional sessions are LIMITED so call or email to book ASAP.
Miss J | Gainesville Boudoir
I love being able to take a beautiful woman and make her feel that way. She came to my Gainesville photography studio and was ready to love herself again! Miss J is another first time boudoir babe AND has never had her make up done professionally before so this was a total "outside the box" experience for her. Her reaction: "Omg!!!! I love them! I already showed **** and he LOVED them too! It was great meeting the both of you and I can't wait to come back for the reveal!!!" She also posted in our VIP group, "I had my 1st session yesterday!! I said 1st, because I know I'll be back!!! Thank you Katie and Jenn for making this plus-sized girl feel sexy again!!!"
Well, the image reveal happened and your album has been ordered sexy lady. I can't wait to do it again! I wish I could share more, but thankful for the permission so that I can at least share these!
PS- I now have lingerie in the studio ranging from small to 2X. Plus-sized beauties, I've got you covered <3
Boudie Bucks | Gainesville Boudoir Studio
It's unfortunate that women don't invest in themselves more. We, as women, even feel guilty to get our hair done or buy new clothes. With all we do for our families we truly do deserve more for ourselves. If nerves are stopping you from doing a boudoir session, I can and will help you through that. But, if your reason is financially fueled then I have yet another option to make your boudoir session happen.
I currently accept payment through cash, check, and credit. I offer payment plans which can be spread out over the course of 3 months following your session. I also accept paypal credit which gives you SIX MONTHS interest free financing through paypal and you get your products immediately. But if you need more I now have Boudie Bucks, so keep reading...
- Pick your session: One hour or Two hours
- Pick your products (you can start low and upgrade of you decide to)
- Decide on an amount you feel comfortable paying: weekly, biweekly, or monthly. The amount can be spread out over 12 months to make the payments even lower!
- It's time to schedule: 4-6 weeks out from your final payment we will get your boudie on the calendar!
- *If at any time during the Boudie Buck program you decide that you want to go ahead and book before paying the full amount off, you can do that too!
A few things to keep in mind with the Boudie Bucks:
- IF you are interested in a boudoir session for a certain occasion (birthday, holiday, etc) and it is less than 6 months away, paypal credit or a payment plan may be a better option.
- Payments made into the Boudie Bucks account are not refundable.
- Following your session, if you want to add additional products or upgrade... you can!
Not only does every woman deserve to experience a boudoir session, but every woman should be able to have the product she wants the most. I highly recommend my custom albums because they are beautiful and will last a lifetime. You're beautiful and empowering images deserve to be seen and showcased in a classy way. Now, with Boudie Bucks every woman can afford this.
Boudoir Studio North Atlanta Georgia
As the only Gainesville Georgia boudoir studio (north of Atlanta), I hear from clients from many backgrounds but the common ground is a need and a desire to feel better about themselves. On first glance boudoir photography may just seem like a provocative photo shoot for your other half, something kinky and fun to spice up your love life but let me tell you first hand -- it's not. I've been photographing incredible women through boudoir sessions since 2008, when it wasn't as accepted as it is today. I've also had two sessions of my own. This IS a life changing event. This IS an experience for YOU and it WILL help you to self-love and appreciate yourself the way you should.
Why Miss B needed a boudoir session:
"I've always struggled with body image issues. I was never overweight, I was just obsessed with staying as thin as possible. I started dieting at around twelve years old and basically did anything I had to do (including starve myself or binge/purge) to stay small. When I was in college I worked at a gym, and started dating a guy I met there. He got me into weight lifting and I loved it. We eventually broke up but I continued to lift for several more years, until I got married and had kids. After having my children I would always get back to my pre-pregnancy weight (or close to it) but I never had the muscle definition that I did when I was lifting. I would just diet and do cardio. We recently updated our home gym, and I started lifting again back in March. I have wanted to do a boudoir shoot for years but just kept putting it off; until I was in better shape, had the money, etc. So since I've been working out steadily for over three months now, I wanted to do this sort of as a reward, but also as motivation to see how far I've come and to continue so as not to waste any progress I've made so far. Also, because when I'm older I don't want to look back and wish I had done it and not kept putting it off. After years of being obsessed with a number on a scale, or a the size of my jeans, I'm finally focused on being healthy and strong and taking care of my body. So I would like my session to reflect that in a way, if possible."
Strong is sexy. Healthy is sexy.
As a RN, a woman, and someone who struggled with eating disorders for many years I can tell you that an eating disorder will NEVER make you feel better about yourself no matter how thin you are. If you are struggling with significant body image issues to the point of starvation or binging/purging you will need professional guidance and support to get you to a better place and I am in no way implying that boudoir photography is a magical thing that will fix something so severe. However, I will testify that once you are on a healing path you could benefit from an empowering and uplifting experience such as boudoir photography.
"In awe of myself..." | boudoir client review
Oooooo it just makes my heart SO happy when I hear back from my clients and their session literally changed their life. Here's what Miss T had to say...
Was there a reason you booked a boudoir session? How long have you wanted to do it?
"I had gained some weight after having my son. I hit the point where I said enough is enough. I got a trainer and made it my fitness goal to lose weight, feel better about me, and to reward my efforts with a boidoir session. I spent about 6 months working on myself and losing almost 30 lbs. During that time, the shoot was my motivation to be my best self again."
Were you nervous at all? If so, what helped you to overcome those nerves and/or fears the most?
"I was definitely nervous. I had never had professional hair and makeup done or walked around in front of a stranger half naked before either. Jennifer made me feel so comfortable. We went through the questionnaire together to confirm what parts of me I wanted to focus on and what areas made me uncomfortable. She went through my outfits with me. Everything was laid back like a girl's night out. She helped direct all the poses so I didn't have to worry about a thing."
Was the response you received on the images what you expected? Better than you expected?
"The response was better than expected. I was amazed at how many photos I loved of ME! My husband loved them. Even my friends were super supportive and thought they turned out amazing."
What was your favorite part of the experience?
"My favorite parts were being all done up like a model and seeing the beautiful end results at the reveal."
Are you still high on life from the self esteem boost this session gave you?
"I still keep looking at the images of myself daily and still in awe of the experience. My husband is proud of me for accomplishing so many goals as a part of this experience. I'm proud of myself too!"
What would you say to other women who are contemplating a boudoir session but may have hesitations?
"I would say this is a must have experience. Add this to your bucket list and cross it off! We beat ourselves up so much and we don't appreciate ourselves enough as women or as mothers. We are amazing as we are and what better way of showing it by showing that we can be powerful, sexy, fun, and vulnerable all at the same time."
Final words...
"I feel more confident and sexy now. I can do whatever I want to do and I am my only limitation. Thank you so much for this experience, for your expertise, for making me feel right at ease, and for giving me something I can carry with me as a reminder of how great it is to be a woman inside and out!"
Bridal Boudoir Photographer | North Georgia
If you haven't already read my blog about why bridal boudoir would rock your socks, do it now! Bridal boudoir is thee sexiest, hottest gift you could possibly give your groom (and yourself)!
Meet Miss K, she's an out of state client that blew me away with her beauty and ability to throw all self doubt out the window after just a few shots. This gorgeous woman has struggled with body dysmorphia for many years, which is unfortunately a very common thing. We're told as young girls how we "should be" and even though we're perfect just the way we are, we sometimes don't believe it. I hope I helped you to feel better about yourself... judging by the amount of photo's you ordered I think I did! :) This life is a journey and we have to help each other, we have to heal each other... #girlpower anyone?
Hot Mama | Atlanta Boudoir
Miss T won the Mothers Day Giveaway I ran this year, I had some incredibly moving emails from mothers who all deserved a session and wish I had the availability to offer it to everyone that applied. So, home girl came into the studio... has NEVER had professional hair and make up done -- not even for her wedding. I was SO excited to have Staci Gibb's glam her up and give her this red carpet supermodel experience... and when I say she rocked it, SHE ROCKED IT! She actually saw my boudoir marathon posted a few months back and made it her fitness goal to get in shape and do a shoot... well girl... all your squats have paid off!
I absolutely love having this space, I never thought I'd find a studio outside of Atlanta with this much character. Thankfully, Miss T has just as much of an appreciation for the girlie side and all things vintage...
