068: From Hustle to Harmony: Finding Passion and Peace with Naomi Smith

2025-12-03

From Burnout to Brave Boundaries with Naomi Smith Have you ever looked at your calendar and thought, “No wonder I feel so tired”? What if your creativity is not asking you to do more, but to care more for yourself? In this episode of The Savory Shot, Mika sits down with Naomi Smith, a multi-passionate art director, food stylist, prop stylist, and film director who has built a meaningful creative career with heart, courage, and strong boundaries. Meet Naomi Smith Naomi started in photography and grew into a sought-after stylist and director, wor...

From Burnout to Brave Boundaries with Naomi Smith

Have you ever looked at your calendar and thought, “No wonder I feel so tired”?

What if your creativity is not asking you to do more, but to care more for yourself? In this episode of The Savory Shot, Mika sits down with Naomi Smith, a multi-passionate art director, food stylist, prop stylist, and film director who has built a meaningful creative career with heart, courage, and strong boundaries.

Meet Naomi Smith

Naomi started in photography and grew into a sought-after stylist and director, working across commercials, film, and editorial projects. Her path is full of grit, curiosity, and a deep commitment to learning from every experience.

What You’ll Hear In This Episode

Naomi shares how years of nonstop hustling led to burnout and how the pandemic became a turning point for her health, mindset, and work habits. She talks about: