Captain Not Captive With Ashley Wilson

So many changes happened in the last few weeks and I am thrilled to share them with you!

In my workout I heard the quote “You are not a product of your circumstance, you are a product of your choices.” And it hit me HARD. That’s the entire mission of this podcast! If you need a pick me up or a reason to believe in yourself, you’re going to love this episode!

Ever feel like you do SO much, but yet it’s never enough?? This episode gives you tips on how to find true satisfaction in life. How to feel deeply and let go of the unnecessary pressures we put on ourselves and wives, as mothers, colleagues, sisters, you name it! Let’s hold tight to the beautiful life we have right now!

Ever feel imposter syndrome? Or like you don’t know why you’re reaching for your goal? Today’s episode is a reminder of how YOUR example matters. Why asking “why can’t I be like her?” Is so important to motivating yourself to keep going! Yes, aspiring to other women is great, but who is watching you crush your dreams??

Don’t forget that the choices you make today will impact your life! YOU get to change, pivot, and explore any opportunities that you think work best for you. You are not playing the victim anymore!

Need tactical examples on how to build emotional attachments, trust, generating new ideas in your children, and teaching them how to love themselves? Today’s episode is HEAVY but so worth it!

You are not selfish. Being an example of how to create your life’s mission will ONLY benefit your kids. You CAN be a wife, mom, AND whatever else you put energy into. Your life is beautiful and YOU get to decide how to live out your dreams even as a mom!

Don’t be afraid to show your hard work - even if there is a chance you won’t get the desired outcome. We need more examples of what it means to be on a life long journey of improving our lives without pretending like it didn’t take every ounce of hard work we had. You can show others what it means to be successful, even if it comes with a few bumps in the road along the way!

Todays episode is a reminder that life isn’t Instagram reel worthy sometimes. That success is HARD. Success isn’t easy when it is worth it long term. You have what it takes, stay the course!

“Treat others how you want to be treated” is so one dimensional. We are EVOLVING and growing! We are thinking 3 dimensionally in today’s episode of HOW to have strong relationships with those around us! Take these 3 tips to help you progress the love you give to others.

From over eating to extreme workouts, I explain how I found the balance between mental, emotional, and physical health. The journey never ends but it’s important to recognize you’re not alone. Your past doesn’t define what you’re capable of and neither does your family history.

You CAN do things you set your mind to. YOU have the ability to figure it out and gain confidence along the way. You can PROVE to yourself how powerful and wonderful you are just by trying something new or going for your dreams.

These three things will remind you to stay grounded, support you, and encourage you through tough seasons!

Material things don’t matter - sometimes. Today’s episode will remind you that sometimes you can be proud of material things. Something (no matter what it is) if it propels you forward and brings you joy, be proud of the hard work it took to get here!

Full transparency - I am not an expert. In today’s episode I open up about having ADHD, how it impacts my life on a day to day basis and what I am trying to do to manage it without medication. I believe it is super important to talk about and share the “awkward” or “hard” phases of understanding your whole self and how to better your long term well-being.

Rethink how you control and manage your anger! This episode will teach you how to use your anger to propel you forward and remind you how capable you are of utilizing every resource you have!

Feel like you’re navigating 1,000 things at once?? Me too girl! It is especially hard when you don’t have family to step in and help when you need it. I hope todays helpful tips are put into action to get you closer to feeling more like a working mom and less like a burnt out mom!

A reminder to reflect on how far you’ve come and to be grateful for the lives we are living. Insight into how I am feeling in this transition period in real time.

Breaking the poverty curse and changing your mindset about money is HARD! But I share my story about how I doubled my income in a year by finding and proving my own value and what I deserve to be paid! Listen to hear my thoughts on money management and how to dig yourself out of poverty from your childhood.

Need a reminder of how far you’ve come? Some dedication to where you’re reaching for in your future?? This episode will give you the energy you need to stay consistent!

Ooofff this topic is a deep one and I share my personal experience and growth through learning how to trust others. You’re not alone. Not everyone is untrustworthy. You’ve got this!

Raising kids is hard! It’s even harder when you have family members who aren’t “picture perfect-go to-hands on” supporters. Today’s episode talks about building relationships and setting boundaries with family when it comes to your babies!

Ever wondered why I named the podcast “Captain Not Captive?” This episode will give you the reminder you need that you have a purpose here on Earth! YOU get to take risks, make mistakes, unlock your potential and challenge your own beliefs! Go get em’ Captain!

If you grew up in a “stop crying or I’ll give you a reason to cry” home and want to show more compassion toward your kiddos, this episode will resignate with you! Here are some hacks I have learned over the last six years to help you own up to your mistakes, be empathetic, gentle, and more authentic in your parenthood journey. You’ve got this!

What can you do to find and go for the inner dreams you’ve been longing for? This episode will light a fire in your to GO FOR IT!