The Legacy Table

Dr. Ashley Ates explores what it truly means to build a healthy legacy—one rooted in emotional intelligence, intentional parenting, and personal responsibility. This episode challenges the idea that legacy is just about what we leave behind, and instead reframes it as what we actively model, practice, and pass down in real time. Through honest reflection and practical insight, Dr. Ates unpacks the...

You can’t parent differently if you haven’t addressed what shaped you. In this episode of The Legacy Table, Dr. Ates explores the role of reparenting in breaking generational cycles and building a healthier legacy for your family. Many parents desire to do better for their children, but without confronting past experiences, emotional wounds, and learned behaviors, those same patterns continue to s...

Most parents say they want to build a better legacy—but few are willing to face what it actually requires. In this episode of The Legacy Table, Ashley Ates unpacks what most parents avoid when it comes to legacy: the reality that it’s not built through intention alone, but through awareness, healing, and daily behavior. The truth is, your children are not just learning from what you teach—they’re...

Welcome back to the Legacy Table, a place for reflection, regulation, and real conversation. Hosted by Ashley Ates, this podcast exists to help parents slow down, reset, and lead their families with intention. Through faith-anchored insight, psychology-based tools, and lived experience, each episode offers practical encouragement for parents building healthy legacies from the inside out. This seas...

Ashley Ates invites you to pause, breathe, and reflect on what reparenting really means. This isn’t about fixing your childhood or blaming anyone—it’s about remembering what you needed, learning to nurture yourself now, and recognizing the cycles that quietly shape your relationships today. Ashley shares personal reflections, faith-filled insight, and a gentle reminder that healing begins with awa...

In this episode of the Legacy Table, Ashley Ates discusses the importance of addressing emotional wounds and the impact they have on our lives and legacies. She introduces the AAA method for healing, which involves acknowledging pain, becoming aware of its effects, and taking action to change behaviors. The conversation emphasizes the need for emotional health and the dangers of nursing pain, enco...

Welcome to  The Legacy Table , where faith, healing, and family meet. In Season 7, we’re diving into  reparenting and breaking cycles, learning how to heal the inner child, parent with confidence, and build emotional safety at home. Hosted by  Ashley Ates , educator, author, and founder of  The Parent Network , each episode helps you grow in emotional wellness, faith, and family connection. Explor...

In this episode of the Legacy Table Podcast, Ashley A and Shenika delve more into resilience and ego-driven parenting. If you haven't listened to episode 1, go back and listen. They discuss the importance of emotional safeguarding, the impact of performative parenting, and the necessity of creating safe spaces for communication with children. The conversation highlights the ongoing journey of...

On this episode of the Legacy Table podcast, Ashley and Shenika discuss resilience in parenting. Shenika shares her journey through homelessness and the challenges she faced while raising her children. The conversation delves into the importance of grace-filled resilience, the impact of the environment on parenting, and the need for open communication between parents and children. They also touch...

In this episode of the Legacy Table Podcast, Ashley discusses the rebranding of the podcast, focusing on storytelling, leadership, culture, family, and healing through faith. She emphasizes the importance of partnering with God in parenting, breaking generational curses, and understanding the enemy's tactics that can disrupt family dynamics. The conversation encourages listeners to find joy in...

In this episode, Ashley reflects on her month of consecration, introduces the rebranding of her podcast, and discusses the importance of legacy in family dynamics. She acknowledges the current state of the world and its impact on families, emphasizing the need for prayer and action. The conversation shifts to the unvoiced thoughts of parents, exploring the challenges they face and the importance o...

This conversation delves into the complexities of the parent-adult child relationship, focusing on the impact of unhealed parental issues and generational patterns. The speakers share personal stories that highlight the emotional struggles and the need for compassion and forgiveness. They discuss the importance of understanding one's own capacity for relationships and the healing process necessary...

Ashley and Khadejia explore the complexities of adult parent-child relationships, particularly focusing on the emotional and mental strain that arises from unhealed parents. They discuss the importance of setting boundaries, the role of forgiveness, and the necessity of nurturing one's inner child. The conversation delves into the impact of family dynamics, the difference between love and obli...

Season 6 is packed with more raw and relatable stories from our crew members and host. Take a listen to the trailer to learn what to expect within this season and what's new!

In this episode, Ashley Ates discusses the complexities of parental authority, the grief associated with unmet expectations of family support, and the importance of processing emotions. She emphasizes the necessity of grief as a part of healing and personal growth, and introduces the concept of somatic therapy as a means to release stored emotions. The conversation also touches on the significance...

In this episode of The Parent Network, Ashley Ates shares her personal journey of parenting, focusing on the importance of emotional wellbeing, the role of fathers, and the power of prayer. She discusses the challenges of instilling discipline and self-control in children, the dynamics of co-parenting, and the weight of parenting responsibilities. Ashley emphasizes the need for parents to teach th...

In this episode of the Parent Network Podcast, Ashley Ates explores the complexities of adult-child relationships, focusing on the dynamics that evolve as children grow into adulthood. She emphasizes the importance of healthy communication, emotional vulnerability, and the impact of ego-driven parenting. The conversation highlights the necessity of empathy and understanding in family dynamics, enc...

Join in for part two of this transformative conversation about shedding the need to "look good or be the boss " as parents and focusing on what truly matters—our and children’s well-being. If you’ve ever felt the weight of comparison, societal pressure, or the need to prove yourself as a parent, this episode is for you. Let’s let go of ego and embrace the freedom of parenting with intention and gr...

In this episode of The Parent Network Podcast, we’re tackling a topic that hits close to home for many—ego-driven parenting. What happens when our desire for control, perfection, or validation overshadows the needs of our children? How can we recognize when our parenting is fueled by ego rather than empathy? Join us for a raw and transformative two part conversation about shedding the need to "loo...

This episode is full of reflection on my journey of self-growth throughout 2024. Join me as I share the highs and lows that shaped my mental, emotional, and relational development. From breakthroughs in parenting to strengthening connections and discovering inner resilience, this conversation dives into the lessons learned and the growth achieved in a transformative year. Tune in for inspiration a...

Season 5 of The Parent Network Podcast is here 🤩 🥳 and we’re diving deep! This season, will bring more raw, unfiltered conversations with crew members, that share their triumphs, trials, and transformations. Through heartfelt stories and real talk, we’ll uncover the beauty, messiness, and resilience of parenthood and family life. Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and equipped with tools to n...

Our guest, Junita Tinsley shares her experience from childhood through the process of her divorce and what life looked like. This dynamic episode hits home with understanding how to pause during the storm while giving yourself grace. Listen to this transparent, vulnerable, and God-induced moment. Follow Junita on IG @mommaworkit or on social platforms under Junita Tinsley Check out her podcast Mom...

Our guest, Dennis McCray shares some insight and experience he's had with being a bonus Father before he had his biological children and the transition that was like and how manhood, fatherhood, and life has shaped his world. As a dedication to Men's Mental Health Month, join Dennis & I June 25th at 6pm Pacific Standard Time on Instagram - @_theeparentnetwork_ as we close out our paren...

Do you consider yourself a "mama or papa bear" that is always coming to the rescue of your child? Do you consider yourself the "figure it out yourself" parent because "life is going to teach you", or do you find yourself in between somewhere floating because parenting is too much? This episode, I spark conversation about raising critical thinkers and allowing space fo...

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY! Let's dive into this week's conversation... you are more than a mom. Welcome to The Parent Network Podcast, where we delve into the art and science of parenting and life itself. Hosted by Ashley Ates, a seasoned expert in Child and Human Development who is currently pursuing her PhD in Psychology, this podcast is your go-to resource for insightful strategies and mea...