The Ashley O Show

Today, my husband Daniel is joining us for a casual chat about what it looks like to love a nurse. You guys submitted your questions on Instagram, and we are answering each one, raw and unfiltered! I have to say, you guys asked some DEEP questions, we probably could've spent hours digging into each one. From the story of how we met, to how to support a partner working in healthcare, we cover...

Monday's are for YOUR questions! I was recently answering a really good question in my DMs and thought to myself: "why don't I answer this on the podcast?" It was then that I realized that I get SO many excellent questions from you all in my DMs, on my stories, and from my clients directly - and we are going to start answering them LIVE here on the podcast, so we can all share...

Today I'm bringing on a nurse who is making HUGE waves in the nursing profession: Nurse Caroline Danna! We explore how hospitals might create a more magnetic nursing culture, the ins and outs of travel nursing, the power of pivoting to build a nursing career that works for you, and so much more! SHARE this episode with your nursing friends and let us know what you thought (and tag us so we ca...

Are the routines you are building actually HELPING you, or holding you back? On today's quick episode, I want to shed a little light on a different approach to building habits and routine that are flexible enough to fit into the busiest lives. I cannot wait to hear how this helps you! I NEED YOUR HELP too - I am on a mission to get into more hospitals, nursing schools, and board rooms to advo...

On today's episode, I am beyond excited to connect you with one of my FAVORITE nurses ever! Michaela is an registered nurse with a decade of healthcare experience, the host of the Built To Be You podcast, certified run coach, and career coach determined to shift the narrative around nursing. She is a living example of how listening to your intuition and pivoting on purpose can help you build...

It's been a while since we did a good old fashioned life recap! I have had the opportunity to hear more about so many of your current stories and circumstances, so I wanted to return the favor. We are catching up on nomad life, business pivots, my recent business retreat, and our upcoming move. I NEED YOUR HELP - I am on a mission to get into more hospitals, nursing schools, and board rooms t...

You heard me right, we are teaching people not to listen to nurses. How? Because nursing culture is stuck in the stone age. We are all trying to be modern day Florence Nightingales, but we are meant to blaze a new trail.  I am so sick of nurses not being heard and not being represented in hospitals, conferences, or administrations. We are the backbone of the healthcare system, and we need to start...

Nurses are running around chasing approval based on how much they sacrifice themselves for the job, how high pressure their work is, or how competitive their workplace is. It’s like we are proud of how much we can handle. What if it could actually be easy? What if our life, career, relationships, and health could be SIMPLE or FUN? Let's reframe this together. Healthcare Homecoming is a 12 wee...

Nurses, are you leaning into solutions that are harming you more than they are healing? It's time to stop numbing, and start solving. No more bandaids, it’s time to heal. We are so willing to invest in quick fixes, but not long term solutions. Let's flip the script.. Healthcare Homecoming is a 12 week hybrid program designed to help nurses lose weight and come home to their bodies for LI...

Today I am honored to feature one of my BEST friends, Jess Clerke, and share her experience in The Homecoming Program this time last year. And like our every day conversations, we also just run off on 400 different fun tangents. 🤣 If you have ever struggled with your body image, felt lost on where to start, or just lacked confidence, this episode will light a fire under you in a way only Jess can...

Last week, I got on a call with a nurse who felt like she was on her last rope. Her health had gone down the drain, she was in tears, unsure of what to do next. And she is not the only one. That's why I wanted to build out Healthcare Homecoming. A program that I KNOW will change nurses lives, and help them feel WHOLE again. Today I wanted to dive a little deeper into the program and what to e...

Let's talk about SEX, baby! This episode is so freaking important, and so many of us are ashamed to even give words to this. Nurses - an absent sex drive is a red flag. Despite what you may have been told, it’s not just because you’re getting older, it’s not just a normal part of a long marriage, it’s not about scheduling it. It’s an indicator that your nervous system (and your hormones) are...

Hey nurse, be HONEST, is the nursing profession slowly killing you? That may sound dramatic, but I have been connecting with SO many nurses who are feeling watered-down, empty, and like a shell of their former selves. And this is all-encompassing - spiritually, emotionally, mentally, physically. So let's have a real, raw conversation about the current state of nursing, and the changes needed...

Hey Nurse! It's January 8th, we are through our first week in 2024. Is that exciting, or overwhelming? For so many of us, this is when we start to feel like we are failing, like we are behind, or like we have "wasted" time. How about we reframe that? This is YOUR path. You don't have to chase anyone. Take a few moments today to really listen to this message, because I'm ta...

While the New Year can feel like a fresh start, it doesn't mean we have to write a whole new story for ourselves. It doesn't mean we lose all of our progress and start at square one. In this episode, I am offering a simple, but POWERFUL reframe to take with you into the first week of 2024. It's all about the value of character development, and our almost magical ability to write the...

It's CHRISTMAS! So I am going to keep the show notes short and to the point lol. Today we are talking about my predictions for what life in 2024 is going to look like for nurses. Spoiler: It's going to be a transformational year for our profession! Join us this Wednesday, December 27th @ 7pm EST for our next Nurse Coffee Chat! This one is going to be a New Year workshop! We are going to...

Ahh, the holiday season...on the commercials, we see perfect matching little families, big smiles, relaxation, and JOY, but in our realities, we often see pressure, obligation, high expectations, and STRESS. What if we could shift our perspectives, outlook, and circumstance towards more peace this season? It starts with you giving yourself a whole lot more grace, and leaning into the SLOW DOWN tha...

In another edition of our new Nursing stories and skills structure, we are chatting about the time my patient had a complete change in personality (and what it meant), AND how you can start getting paid more NOW. Let today's episode act as your reminder to trust your gut, think critically, and demand your worth. Our first FREE nurse coffee chat is happening this FRIDAY December 15th at 1pm ES...

As we enter into a new season here on the podcast, I want to play with a new structure that reconnects back to the nursing experience, and tactical advice you can use in your practice right away. Today, we are diving into two very different, but in some ways  related topics: hair care for your patients, and the prevention of HAIs. Buckle in because this is a fun one! I am so excited to start offer...

Too many nurses today feel isolated. They are unable to speak up at work, or advocate for their needs. They feel trapped by a profession that is draining them daily. While pay raises, improved nurse-to-patient ratios, and better leadership are critically important and necessary, there is a bigger beast that must be resolved before we can move forward. We NEED community! And I don't know about...

Happy Black Friday friend! I hope your Thanksgiving was filled with peace, presence, and amazing food. This one short and to-the-point, because we are breaking down ALL FOUR incredible offers we have available to you for Black Friday weekend! These offers are only available until Monday, 11/27 at midnight EST, so don't wait! Snag them here: https://stan.store/ashleyoshow ------------ Join the...

In this episode, we are chatting about how to handle Thanksgiving and other food-filled holidays without going overboard. I really want to challenge the idea that we NEED to stuff ourselves until we feel sick and feel like garbage the rest of the day. Why is that a requirement? Instead I want us to find a more balanced approach that still allows us to enjoy ourselves while taking care of our bodie...

This is a special segment from a recent workshop I conducted about crafting your career all about building the armor you need to stay in alignment in your career. We are focusing on boundaries, delegation, diversifying your income and beyond to protect your integrity and energy as a nurse. Cannot wait to hear what you think! The Ashley O Show community is a space where nurses and caregivers come t...

You heard me. When we ask "why are nurses and healthcare workers struggling with their health?" the healthcare system has been shifting the blame off of itself and onto you. YOU aren't doing enough to take care of yourself, and it's BULLSHIT. I'm here to dismantle this belief and put the power back in your hands. ALSO - we are premiering our brand new intro and outro on th...

This episode is a chance for me to share my gratitude for you, plus loop you in on a small pivot in the podcast! The Ashley O Show community is for headstrong rebels  who don't accept "the way things have always been done." If that's you, then join us on a mission to change conversations and redefine ideas over on IG @ashleyoshow! As always, message me with any feedback, commen...