I posted a family photo a few weeks ago that was, by all technical standards, a mess.
The lighting was harsh (thanks to my hydroponic garden’s giant grow light). The framing was off. And my husband had to stretch out his arm like Inspector Gadget to get us all in the shot.
My first instinct? Don’t post it.
It didn’t meet my usual standards—not even close.
But Nathan convinced me to share it anyway, and I’m glad I did.
What people noticed was the moment…the realness and our togetherness. No one cared about the lighting.
That experience came rushing back during a recent conversation with Anna, our graphic designer and video editor. In her words…
“There are no rules to social media. There never have been. It’s a blank canvas.”
That’s a valuable reminder to all of us. We’re the ones who create made-up standards for what we should or shouldn’t post—and often, those “rules” get in the way of showing up with joy and letting others see our true, unpolished selves.
🎧 In the latest episode of Untamed Social, we talk about what it really means to be imperfect on purpose—and why that might be your smartest move yet.
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