In this episode, I'm joined by Krista Reynolds, a photographer of 19 years who recently uprooted her entire life—her business, her family, and her rhythms—to move from Minnesota to Arizona.

Krista shares what it's like to run a business while raising three kids (plus fostering four more), teaching nine fitness classes a week, and juggling every client request that came her way. We talk about the slow burn of burnout, the guilt that comes with saying no, and how moving across the country forced her to finally ask: what do I actually want my business to feel like?

We also get into:

Why hiring an editor was the first step toward reclaiming her time (and why it took two years to do it)
The difference between reacting to your business and intentionally building one
Why fitness became her non-negotiable (and how waking up at 4:15 a.m. made it work)
Navigating the mental and logistical challenges of moving with kids while running a business
Finding community in a new city without forcing it

If you've ever felt like you're just keeping your head above water, or wondered what it would take to start fresh without burning it all down, this conversation will remind you that you can rebuild on your own terms.

Connect with Krista Reynolds:

Instagram: @kristareynolds.photography

Website: Krista Reynolds Photography

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