Hello friends,
I wanted to give you a heads up that I've started a newsletter! Yes, indeed, I have lots to say. :) If you're curious about the content, here's a link to past issues, here's a link to subscribe, and below are my reasons for this endeavour:
There are two phrases I constantly hear in my work:
“The whole wedding day went by in a flash – I can’t even remember it!”
“Kids grow up so fast – I can’t believe they started school this year!”
Both of these express the same concern: being present and experiencing life as it’s happening.
I created the newsletter with tips to help you Be in the moment during life's big (and small) moments, and not miss out.
Whether you’re worried about being too stressed to enjoy your wedding, or shocked that your child isn’t a baby anymore, I got you. Using simple techniques of reflection, gratitude, breathing, and photography, you can be there to appreciate all the stages of life.
Subscribers to the newsletter also get exclusive access to printed gifts and promotions, as well as first rights to popular session dates throughout the year. Pretty awesome, right? If you're thinking, "Yes – I'm into this!" then here's what to expect...
Two short letters per month with:
- Right of first refusal to popular weekend sessions
- Concise tips on mindfulness & emotional presence
- Exclusive package offerings, printed gifts & promotions
- A link to new work or a few photos to brighten your day...
The laws of the land:
- Only 2 emails each month
- I will never share your contact info
- Opt-out any time by clicking unsubscribe
Judgment-Free Territory
If you no longer want to be a "citizen" of Sweetheart Empire, just unsubscribe. I'll still think of you as a citizen of though, because that's just how I roll. Also, I don't judge because inboxes are cray-cray so only say yes to what brings you Joy (at least for newsletters).
If you don't have time to attend The Course for Brides, here are three instant things a bride-to-be can start doing now, to look beautiful, have an awesome time, and stay connected in the present moment at your wedding.
After a lifetime of being a Master Procrastinator I share my journey to healing. I no longer procrastinate. I am now a recovering procrastinator and you can be too.
How do you get in touch with your feelings? Get out of your head and into your body through DANCE. Dancing has helped me heal, gotten me in touch with my higher self, and changed my daily routine. I highly recommend knee pads, because well, knees are so great to have around.
How do you learn to love yourself? It takes years of practice. I used this one little mantra to change my mind and heart, and now I have proof that it paid off.
39 Days of Self Care: A challenge for coping with wedding stress, approving of yourself where you’re at, self-love, self celebration, and being your very best, AS YOU ARE!!
It’s normal to get in a fight before your engagement photos! Here are some tips for mentally preparing for your engagement session.
Life moves so quickly! Here are 3 easy steps for using reflection, stopping time, and getting the most out of your day-to-day moments.
With the sad passing of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain this week, there have been a lot of posts these few days about depression and suicide. It's hard for people to understand how those who "Have it all" could take their own life. But I totally understand how they could. So I want to share my story of depression and recovery.
On gratitude. Tony Robbins says you can't experience anger and gratitude at the same time. Is it true? Find out now! This is an excerpt from my best-selling, breakout newsletter, The Empire Citizen!
Make a gratitude list. You'll be surprised at what comes to mind. Personally, I was reminded of my life in Kenya, and having hungry lions for neighbours...
Sign up for The Empire Citizen, the official newsletter of Sweetheart Empire. Enjoy mindfulness tips, promotional offers, and general joie-de-vivre + nerdiness from me, Kate O'Connor.
Getting to know your photographer can mean the difference between having authentic documentation of your wedding or ending up with cookie-cutter images just like everyone else's. Come, let me love you.
Don't get hangry at your wedding! Two simple tips, plus a wedding day to-do list of what to pack to stay physically and mentally fresh.
Thinking of an unplugged wedding ceremony? Here are some questions you might not have thought to ask! In the past 7 years of shooting weddings, I’ve seen a few near-disaster photography moments...
My parents exchanged necklaces instead of wedding rings, and a few years later they disappeared. There are no photos documenting them but they live on in memory.
Mindfulness, being present, staying in "the now"... Why does it matter? Thoughts from a bride who lost sight of the reason for her wedding.
I spent 8 days in the Hooters Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas... By myself.... And I loved it.
I flew to San Francisco & stayed in the home of clients I'd never met before. We ate sushi and french toast and nerded out... And yes, they made out a couple times.