Ask Yourself, Why Not ?
AskYourselfWhyNot
Ask Yourself Why Not is a feel-good personal growth podcast where two friends share what they're learning from self-help books, podcasts, and their community and talk through how it actually shows up in real life. Hosted by Shaye and Jayla, AYWN is rooted in a Why Not mindset choosing curiosity over pressure, honesty over perfection, and small, supportive shifts over trying to fix yourself. This is a space for real conversations, everyday wisdom, and reminders that you're allowed to grow gently and in your own time. Come as you are. Stay as long as you need.
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Oct 14, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 211: Believe It's Working (Even When You Can't See It Yet). 23.10.2025 33:16
Keywords Ask Yourself YNOT, belief, patience, personal growth, podcasting, Taylor Swift, community, resilience, goals, self-improvement Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself WHYNOT podcast, hosts Jayla and Shaye discuss the importance of believing in the process of personal growth and the power of patience. They reflect on their journey with the podcast, the challenges of achieving goals, an...
Episode 210: Why Not Make a Wish Come True? 10.10.2025 30:41
Keywords podcast, Special Wish Foundation , Lip Sync Challenge, community event, fundraising, children's wishes, nonprofit, local impact, emotional connection, mindset Get your Tickets to the Lip Sync Challenge Here or Here Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast, hosts Jayla Robinson and Shaye Pentino discuss the impactful work of the Special Wish Foundation, which grants wish...
Episode 208: Why Not Let Go of Excuses + Build Your Momentum 18.09.2025 14:35
Keywords gratitude, excuses, consistency, accountability, self-improvement, mindset, feel good habits, personal growth, motivation, positive thinking Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast, hosts Shay and Jayla discuss the importance of gratitude and how to overcome excuses that hinder personal growth. They introduce their 'Feel Good Five' challenge, emphasizing the significan...
Episode 207: Stack Your Wins: The Path to Confidence and Momentum 11.09.2025 10:42
Keywords momentum, small wins, confidence, habit stacking, feel good, personal growth, accountability, gratitude, self-improvement, motivation Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast, hosts Shaye and Jayla discuss the importance of momentum and how it is built through small wins. They emphasize the significance of accountability and confidence in personal growth, encouraging li...
Episode 206: Reset Your Mindset: How to Choose Again This Season 29.08.2025 14:39
Keywords podcast, mindset, self-improvement, gratitude, emotional awareness, feel good challenge, choose again method, personal growth Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts Shaye and Jayla discuss the transition from summer to fall, introduce their Feel Good Five Challenge aimed at promoting mindfulness and positivity, and explore the Choose Again method for shifting...
Episode 205: Why Not Prioritize You? Join the Feel Good Five Challenge 21.08.2025 5:54
Keywords self-care, community, Feel Good Five Challenge, gratitude, self-love, daily movement, meditation, intentional consumption, accountability, personal growth Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts Shayla and Shay discuss the upcoming Feel Good Five Challenge, designed to help listeners prioritize self-care and build positive habits. They emphasize the importance...
Episode 204-Feel the Fear, Do It Anyway-Comfort Zones Don't Build Confidence 14.08.2025 12:14
Keywords fear, courage, personal growth, whitewater rafting, comfort zone, self-trust, excitement, overcoming fear, life lessons, adventure Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts Shaye and Jayla discuss the relationship between fear and courage, sharing personal experiences and insights on how to embrace fear as a signal for growth. They recount a thrilling whitewater...
Episode 203: Consistent, Not Perfect: The Real Key to Growth 07.08.2025 12:35
Keywords discipline, motivation, habits, habit stacking, consistency, burnout, personal development, productivity, self-improvement, goal setting Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts Shaye and Jayla discuss the importance of discipline over motivation, emphasizing how habits play a crucial role in achieving goals. They explore strategies like habit stacking and the s...
Episoden202: Motion = Emotion: How Movement Transforms Your Mindset 31.07.2025 11:41
Keywords cryotherapy, recovery, wellness, movement, mindset, health, exercise, inflammation, mental health, stress relief Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast, hosts Shaye and Jayla discuss the benefits of cryotherapy and the importance of movement for recovery and mental health. They share personal experiences with cryotherapy, emphasizing its role in reducing inflammation...
Ep.201: Why Not Celebrate Community?-Live with the Washington Wild Things 17.07.2025 45:07
Keywords Wheeling Community Night, Washington Wild Things, baseball, sports mindset, community engagement, athlete journey, fun in sports, sports psychology, local events, podcast Takeaways The importance of community in sports events. Celebrating local teams fosters a sense of belonging. Mindset and mantras can significantly impact performance. Fun should be a priority in youth sports. Athletes o...
Episode 200: The Content Cleanse: Choose Better Fuel for Your Mind 10.07.2025 14:25
Keywords self-care, Brazilian wax, mindset, social media, mental health, content cleanse, empowerment, personal growth, wellness, summer Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts Welcome to Episode 200 of the Ask Yourself, Why Not? podcast! 🎉 In this milestone episode, Shaye and Jayla dive into the often-overlooked side of self-care: what you're feeding your mind. Fr...
Episode 199: Mindset Munchies: Fuel Your Day with Intention, Self-Love & the Feel Good Five 26.06.2025 8:19
Keywords mindset, meditation, intention, self-love, daily routine, mindfulness, personal growth, Feel Good Five, positive energy, mental health Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts Jayla and Shaye introduce the concept of 'Mindset Munchies'—short, impactful episodes designed to set a positive tone for the day. They emphasize the importance of starting the day with in...
Episode 198: Episode 198: Grounding Yourself Through Grief-Wheeling we love you 19.06.2025 9:33
Keywords community resilience, mental health, grounding techniques, survivor's guilt, compassion, support, tragedy, Ohio Valley, Wheeling, floods Ways to donate Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts Jayla and Shaye discuss the recent devastating floods in Wheeling, West Virginia, and the impact on their community. They emphasize the importance of community resilience...
Episode 197: Pageants with Purpose: Mrs. West Virginia on Confidence, Courage & Showing Up for Yourself with Lacy Ferguson 12.06.2025 37:11
A Special Wish OV American Heart Association Lacy Instagram Keywords pageantry, confidence, community, advocacy, mindset, Mrs. West Virginia, personal growth, coaching, public speaking, empowerment Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast, hosts Jayla and Shaye welcome Lacy Ferguson, Mrs. West Virginia, to discuss her journey in pageantry, the importance of community and advocac...
Episode 196: Mindset Munchie-Begin Before You're Ready: The Confidence Comes Later 05.06.2025 6:20
Keywords self-improvement, motivation, confidence, personal growth, taking action, overcoming fear, starting before ready, mindset, empowerment, growth mindset Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , Jayla and Shaye discuss the importance of starting before you feel ready. They explore the common fears that hold people back, such as the fear of failure and the illusion of the...
Episode 195: What Your Soul Is Trying to Tell You: Intentions, Emotions, and the New You 29.05.2025 18:49
keywords mindset, intentions, soul, authenticity, emotional awareness, personal growth, podcast, self-discovery, consciousness, empowerment summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts Shaye and Jayla explore the themes of mindset, intentions, and emotional awareness. They discuss insights from a podcast featuring Gary Zukav , focusing on the importance of aligning with one'...
Episode 194: The Power of Women Coming Together: Our EmpowerFest Wheeling Reflection 22.05.2025 21:19
Keywords EmpowerFestWheeling, women's wellness, community, mental health, intentional living, emotional skills, connection, kindness, self-help, empowerment Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts Shaye and Jayla reflect on their recent event, EmpowerFest Wheeling, a women's wellness event designed to help you grow, move, shop and align. They discuss the planning and ex...
Episode 193: Your EmpowerFest FAQ: What to Wear, Where to Park, and Why You'll Love It 08.05.2025 8:30
Pre Order Your EmpowerFest Wheeling T-Shirt EmpowerFest Wheeling Keywords EmpowerFest, women's event, wellness, Wheeling, fitness, self-love, local vendors, community, empowerment, experience stations Summary This conversation provides an overview of EmpowerFest, a women's event designed to inspire and recharge attendees through various activities, workshops, and local vendor experiences. The host...
Episode 192: Brave Men Inc: Breaking the Silence on Men's Health and Finding Strength Through Community 01.05.2025 37:59
EmpowerFest Wheeling Tickets May 17 Blue Tie Ball for Prostate Cancer Awareness May 10 Brave Men Inc Keywords Empower Fest, wellness, Brave Men, prostate cancer, community, health awareness, self-care, caregiver support, mental health, advocacy Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts Shaye and Jayla discuss the upcoming Empower Fest Wheeling event, which focuses on well...
Episode 191: Comfort Zones Don't Build Confidence—New Experiences Do 26.04.2025 16:26
Keywords EmpowerFest Wheeling, comfort zone, fear, growth, new experiences, failure, confidence, small wins, podcast, wellness Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts Shaye and Jayla discuss the importance of stepping outside of comfort zones, embracing fear as a guide for growth, and the value of new experiences. They highlight the upcoming Empower Fest Wheeling ...
Episode 190: The Power of Saying YES to the Wild Idea +Join Us at EmpowerFest Wheeling 17.04.2025 31:20
Keywords Waterfront Hall , community, creativity, events, empowerment, podcast, marketing, collaboration, self-help, local culture Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts Shaye and Jayla engage with Maddie Butler and Kaydon Board from Waterfront Hall , exploring the vibrant community and creative atmosphere of the venue where they're employed by founder and owner Dan Mi...
Episode 189: From Grief to Growth: Hypnotherapy, Healing & Past Life Wisdom 10.04.2025 44:35
Keywords EmpowerFest Wheeling , hypnotherapy, past life regression, spiritual healing, self-discovery, mental health, emotional healing, subconscious mind, personal growth, wellness Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts Jayla and Shaye welcome Alena Gourley , a clinical hypnotherapist and past life regression specialist. They discuss the upcoming EmpowerFest Wheeling...
Episode 188: Thrive & Shine: Intuition, Business, and Wellness Hacks with Jessica Barclay 03.04.2025 46:39
Keywords entrepreneurship, wellness, intuition, business growth, community impact, marketing strategies, Thrive, self-care, alternative medicine, personal development, health advocacy, incontinence treatments, vaginal rejuvenation, men's health, mental health, ExoMind, community wellness, self-care, Thrive, innovative treatments Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts J...
Episode 187: Empowerment at the Greenbrier: Lessons in Leadership and Growth 27.03.2025 27:34
VIP Waitlist Keywords Greenbrier Resort, women's leadership, empowerment, networking, financial literacy, community, authenticity, resilience, self-promotion, personal growth Summary In this episode of the Ask Yourself Why Not podcast , hosts Jayla and Shaye discuss their experiences at the West Virginia Women's Leadership Conference held at the historic Greenbrier Resort . They explore themes of...
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