This episode features a discussion with Mike Mala, a photographer from London, Ontario who goes by the username @mikemxlx on Instagram. Mike is a very talented shooter with incredible city nightscapes and outdoor photography.In this episode we talk about validation and the importance of self-validation as opposed to external validation. We also talk about the age of digital minimalism and why you should consider deeply the amount and who you follow on Instagram. Finally, Mike and I talk about walking away from the pressures of photography, resetting your dopamine levels, and coming back stronger than before.Make a donation via PayPal for any amount you feel is equal to the value you receive from the episodes: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=Z36E4SCB6D3LWThanks for listening!Go get shooting, go get editing, and stay focused.@sethmacey