Ash to Dusk

This week, we are trying something new. Midweek Moments are becoming more like a real FaceTime between you and me, filmed in the middle of my day and in the middle of real life instead of a polished studio moment. In today’s episode, we talk about something we all do: waiting until Monday, waiting until the new year, waiting for the perfect moment to start. But if you want real change, you cannot...

Raising a child with ADHD and autism is beautiful, hard, and honestly a lot more complicated than social media makes it look. In today’s episode, I am sharing our real story. From the early signs I tried to brush off, to painful school meetings, to the moment I finally said yes to medication after trying everything else first. We talk about:  • How I knew something was different, even before there...

Ever feel like life is moving too fast? This week’s Midweek Moment is your reminder to slow down and rediscover the beauty in the ordinary. 🌿 Ashley shares how chasing big goals can make us overlook the small, peaceful moments that make life meaningful—and gives you three simple ways to reconnect:  ☕ Slow down one daily ritual  📸 Capture one ordinary moment each day  💨 Breathe before moving to...

If the thought of flying makes your chest tighten or your heart race, you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m opening up about my lifelong fear of flying—from full-blown panic attacks to finally finding peace at 30,000 feet. I’ll share what helped me the most—from therapy and exposure practice to small, simple things like music, Starburst, and focusing my mind. Whether you’ve avoided flights for ye...

The holidays are coming fast, and if you’re anything like me, life feels like a blur this time of year. Between work, family, and all the extras on the calendar, it’s easy to forget to pause and just be. In this week’s Midweek Moment, I’m sharing why I decided to decorate early for Christmas and how my youngest — who just turned ten — reminded me that time is so precious. When he told me he no lon...

If stress has your chest tight and your blood pressure creeping up, this one’s for you. Today I’m sharing my real story of being diagnosed with hypertension at 32, the shame and fear that followed, and the five simple habits that helped me feel in control again. No quick fixes. No perfection. Just honest talk and practical steps you can start today. We’ll check in with how you’re really doing, the...

We all want to feel happy again… but what if life feels too messy for that? In this Midweek Moment , I’m opening up about how guilt, shame, and regret once made me believe I didn’t deserve happiness — even after finding love again, achieving career milestones, and rebuilding my life. Here’s the truth: you are still allowed to feel joy, even when things haven’t gone perfectly. The rearview mirror i...

In this episode of the Ash to Dusk Podcast, Ashley shares her excitement and nervousness about starting the podcast journey. She explores the challenges of finding a natural presentation style and emphasizes the importance of genuine connection over perfection. Ash discusses various topics, from the recent societal issues like mass shootings and the assassination of Charlie Kirk to personal experi...

In this heartfelt episode of Ash to Dusk, Ashley discusses her personal journey through divorce, sharing intimate details and insights from her own experience. She emphasizes the importance of self-care, journaling, and finding comfort in difficult times. Ashley also answers a listener's question about when she knew it was time to divorce her husband and addresses the financial challenges tha...

Join us for the first episode of Ash to Dusk. Your Host Ashley, introduces the podcast's mission to inspire listeners to take a step towards their dreams without letting excuses hold them back. This episode encourages personal growth and community building, irrespective of where you are in life. Ashley also discusses the format of future episodes, which will include weekly Sunday video podcas...