January 15, 2025

058: My Break From Podcasting: Learning to Love the Balance

Break From Podcasting: Ever felt like you were burning the candle at both ends?

Like you were pushing yourself so hard that something had to give? In this episode, Mica gets real about feeling burnt out and taking a break from podcasting.

Mica’s Journey to Finding Balance

Mica shares how she stepped away from the podcast to take care of herself and how that time helped her find balance again. She talks about how she got caught up in trying to be perfect and how she learned to prioritize her mental and physical health.

It’s Okay to Slow Down

This episode is a powerful reminder that it’s okay to slow down and take care of yourself. Mica’s story is super inspiring, and it will leave you feeling encouraged to focus on what truly matters. She also wants to hear from YOU! Connect with her on social media and share your own goals for the new year.


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About Mica

Mica McCook is a food photographer and the host of The Savory Shot podcast, where she discusses the art and soul of working in food photography. As a photographer, she crafts storytelling visuals marinated in color and simmered in shadows. With her signature theatrical flair, Mica recreates emotions from food. You may have seen her larger-than-life images in advertisements for many major brands and publications, including Texas Monthly, Tito’s Vodka, Resy, Cava, and H-E-B. 

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