Trying Not to Care

If you're a people pleaser, listen to this episode. We are stepping into a new era where we are saying no to other people so we can say yes to ourselves. Here are a few things that I am going to be doing less of for my own good. Not taking on more than you can handle Not being contactable 24/7 Staying away from people who make you feel bad No longer being negative or mean No longer allowing disres...

If you’ve ever felt like giving up because things aren’t working out the way you planned, listen to this episode. There’s been so many times where I felt discouraged because I saw others achieving things quicker than me. I would doubt myself and think that I was less deserving or even believe that things just weren’t going to work out for me. Today’s episode is a reminder that it doesn’t matter th...

This is your reminder that it's only a bad day, NOT A BAD LIFE. If you're feeling down or things just aren't going your way, listen to this episode. I talk about being consumed with negativity, feeling your emotions, taking things slow, doing more of what you enjoy, letting go of what you can't control, and having gratitude for the little things.  SOCIALS AND LINKS Instagram: Ashley's Instagram |...

It can be tempting to make your life seem much more luxurious and interesting than it actually is. We think if we post videos at a cool party or photos of us in an expensive car, it will wow others and make them envy our lives. But what is more important? People thinking our lives are so cool, or us actually enjoying our lives? Instead of focusing so much on trying to curate this perfect image of...

Episode 126 ADVICE SESSION #9! I asked you on Instagram what big sister advice you needed and today I'm answering your questions. QUESTIONS I ANSWER IN TODAY'S EPISODE:  Should I give the ugly guy a chance? How to feel comfortable with my sexuality and coming out? How to not get nervous before kissing someone? How to shave down there without it hurting? How to put a tampon in for beginners? Advice...

#125 I used to have a lot of social anxiety and was afraid of how people perceived me. I didn't think I was cool or interesting, and I didn't think people would like me. Before going out, I would always have so much anxiety because I didn't know how to talk to people or what to talk about. In today's episode, I share tips on how to be more confident and become the most interesting woman in the roo...

You don’t have to spend time around people who have hurt you or engage in things that you’re no longer interested in. In today's episode, I talk about my experience with not wanting to be around certain people after taking time to work through things and heal. If I spent a year getting over a friend who hurt me, why am I going to hang out with someone who treats me the same exact way? If I spent t...

Self care doesn't have to cost money. In today's episode, I'm sharing some free self care ideas as well as my girl therapy favorites. If you're looking for ideas on how to cheer yourself up or romanticize your life, listen to this episode!   SOCIALS AND LINKS Instagram: Ashley's Instagram | Trying Not to Care Instagram TikTok: Ashley's TikTok | Trying Not to Care TikTok Youtube: Subscribe here Rev...

At the end of 2021, while I was working at my old job, I was struggling with my mental health, personal issues, and paying bills. I felt so lost in life and was so unhappy with my situation.  Up until this point, I made excuses for why I couldn’t leave my job and pursue posting on social media full time. Excuses like, “What if I don’t make money? What if I can’t pay my bills? What if I embarrass m...

This one is for all the lover girls that try to see the best in everyone. In today’s episode, I talk about confusing control for love, my past relationships, what love is and is DEFINITELY NOT!!!!! SOCIALS AND LINKS Instagram: Ashley's Instagram | Trying Not to Care Instagram TikTok: Ashley's TikTok | Trying Not to Care TikTok Youtube: Subscribe here Revolve, Amazon Storefront and more: LTX If you...

If you're having FOMO watching others enjoy their summers in the Hamptons, are unable to afford the trending summer products you see on TikTok, or are feeling bad about yourself after seeing "aesthetic day in the life" videos online, listen to this episode. Today's episode is a reminder that you don't need to spend a lot of money (or any money at all) to enjoy your life. I walk you through my idea...

LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF YOU ARE CONSTANTLY WORRYING ABOUT WHAT OTHERS THINK OF YOU. Being a successful content creator has always been a dream of mine, but I didn't start pursuing that dream until a couple years ago. The reason it took me 10+ years to start posting online is because I was afraid of others thinking I was cringey and making fun of me. I look back on those years with regret, but I...

Instead of being motivated to prove others wrong, be motivated to prove yourself right. In today's episode, we're talking about becoming the person younger you always wanted to be, making your inner child proud and having self discipline.  SOCIALS AND LINKS Instagram: Ashley's Instagram | Trying Not to Care Instagram TikTok: Ashley's TikTok | Trying Not to Care TikTok Youtube: Subscribe here Revol...

WE’RE BACK WITH THE ADVICE SESSIONS!!! In today’s episode, I’m answering a few of your questions about friendships and relationships. If you’re struggling with moving on after a friendship ends, want to forgive your bestie after they hurt your feelings, are unsure if you should stay single, or want to stop thinking about your ex, LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE.  COVERED IN THIS EPISODE ✨ When a good frie...

TW - This episode talks about sensitive topics such as body image, weight and disordered eating. Lately there's been this conversation online where people are working out, out of fear of "being fat" rather than to be healthy or to feel good. It makes me so sad to hear people speak this way about themselves and spread such a harmful message. In today's episode, I share my experience with disordered...

Listen to this episode next time you’re frustrated over something that’s out of your control. Things don’t always go our way, but just because they don’t, doesn’t mean we’re at a complete loss. This episode is a reminder to focus on things you do have control over and let go of what you don’t. SOCIALS AND LINKS Instagram: Ashley's Instagram | Trying Not to Care Instagram TikTok: Ashley's TikTok |...

HAPPY JUNE!!!! Let's kick this week off with a suuuuuuuper chill episode. Here's my summer favorites and my summer maintenance routine to look and feel my best this summer. I give you recommendations from hair care, skincare, makeup, high maintenance routines, supplements, food and movement! Products mentioned: Amazon Summer Products Skin Gym mask  Face Sculpting Tool  Espressoh Highlighter  SOCIA...

I hope you heal from the things no one ever apologized for. This episode is for anyone who has been hurt by someone and has struggled to move on because there was never any apology or closure. Today we’re talking about moving on without an apology and healing with or without that person.  SOCIALS AND LINKS Instagram: Ashley's Instagram | Trying Not to Care Instagram TikTok: Ashley's TikTok | Tryin...

I try to go into every year with an idea of the things I want to accomplish as well as the person I want to be. With it almost being half way through the year, I want to talk about some things I'm letting go of. These things, I believe, are holding me back from reaching my full potential and doing more harm than good.  Things I'm letting go of:  Beating myself up over past mistakes when I didn't k...

#111 With it being Mental Health Awareness Month and following last week’s episode, we’re talking about 3 daily wins. A lot of my stress and anxiety come from wanting to be successful, which leads me to overwork myself and put my needs on the back burner. I’m slowly starting to learn that there’s more than one way to be successful. If you’re taking care of yourself physically, mentally, and spirit...

After struggling with burnout, I thought it was only right to come back and speak about how I’ve been feeling as well as the pressure to always do more.  I think a lot of us struggle to actually relax because society has made us believe that taking a break is a bad thing. Whenever we take time to slow down, we feel guilty, like we could be doing something more productive. Today I break down why we...

You might have seen me recently crying on Tiktok over my imposter syndrome. While I was in California, I found myself in a few uncomfortable situations that ultimately led to me doubting myself and my abilities. In today's episode, I talk about my struggles with imposter syndrome, what happened in California, where imposter syndrome comes from, as well as how to overcome imposter syndrome. SOCIALS...

In today's episode, I am talking about why girls have such a bad reputation when it comes to friendships. I have heard so many people, especially men, say girls are so much drama and they're always fighting with their friends. In my opinion, I think the reason why girls have more friendship fallouts is because we have higher expectations for our friends than guys do.  Today I'm talking about  Heal...

Do you find yourself being jealous and unhappy when others succeed? Listen to this episode. In today’s episode, I talk about why we struggle to be happy for others and how to actually be supportive when others do good.  SOCIALS AND LINKS Instagram: Ashley's Instagram | Trying Not to Care Instagram TikTok: Ashley's TikTok | Trying Not to Care TikTok Youtube: Subscribe here Revolve, Amazon Storefron...

ARIES RISE!!!!! It’s officially April and my birthday week. With my birthday coming up, I wanted to talk about previous birthdays where I felt underappreciated by the people in my life. Birthdays can be really hard, especially when you don’t have many friends and feel very overwhelmed. Over the years, I’ve found myself upset over the lack of plans and birthday wishes because all I wanted was to be...