In this powerful and inspiring episode of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, Vanessa De Jesus Guzman sits down with Chicago-based boudoir photographer Liz Hansen to explore how boudoir photography can become more than just beautiful photos - it can be an act of healing, empowerment, and self-love.
As women, we often see our flaws before our beauty and dismiss our worth before celebrating it. But what happens when we flip that script? Liz shares how boudoir photography helps women rediscover their confidence, reconnect with their bodies, and reclaim their stories - especially for survivors of trauma, mothers navigating body changes, and women learning to embrace themselves at every stage of life.
This episode ties deeply into Domestic Violence Awareness Month, reminding us that appreciating yourself isn’t vanity… it’s resilience.
EPISODE DESCRIPTION
- How boudoir photography empowers women to celebrate themselves beyond societal expectations
- The connection between self-image, healing, and confidence
- Why body neutrality - not forced positivity - creates lasting peace with your body
- How moments of self-expression can spark emotional recovery and transformation
- Ways women can reframe their inner dialogue from self-criticism to gratitude
TUNE IN TO LEARN
- The deeper meaning behind boudoir photography and how it supports emotional healing
- How to overcome the “I’ll do it when…” mindset and embrace the body you have now
- Simple mindset shifts to move from I hate my body to I have a body
- How mindfulness and gratitude help build confidence and body acceptance
- Tips for finding a safe, inclusive, and empowering boudoir photographer
TAKEAWAY MESSAGE
When we choose to see ourselves fully—to celebrate our strength, softness, and story—we step into true empowerment. Healing begins when we stop waiting to be different and start appreciating who we already are.
Listen in, and remember… you’re always free to be mindful.
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