Zahra Ciardi - The True Self, Limiting Beliefs & Why Photographers Crave Validation, E118

Zahra Ciardi - The True Self, Limiting Beliefs & Why Photographers Crave Validation, E118

June 4, 2026 · 1h 26m

About this episode

Matt Jacob interviews psychologist Zahra Ciardi about the inner life of creative individuals and the impact of limiting beliefs on photographers.

Matt talks with psychologist Zahra Ciardi, founder of Ascendant Bali, to explore the inner life of the creative person: why so many photographers feel their work isn't truly theirs, the limiting beliefs that keep artists stuck, and how to put your work into the world without being ruled by validation. By the end of this episode you'll understand why your photography stops feeling like yours, and what it takes to create from your true self instead of your need to be seen. Zahra works in trauma...

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Host: Matt Jacob

Guest: Zahra Ciardi

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Organizations: Ascendant Bali

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