The Ashley O Show

Sometimes, a great way to understand where we are going is to look back at where we started. We rewind all the way back to the Victorian era, and take a hard look at where the dieting industry started to see if we have evolved. SPOILER: things aren't all that different. So let's really challenge these narratives and shift the conversation so that in the next decade we can finally look ba...

Hello from DENVER!! We have officially kicked off our nomadic adventure, and this is the first episode recorded in our new (temporary) home.  On this episode, we are chatting about a simple, tactical way to better understand what truly matters to the people you love so that you can better support them and thus, foster deeper connections. My hope is that you can carry this easy method of communicat...

This week we have a raw and honest look at the vision for an expansive 2023. If you are listening in realtime, we are OFFICIALLY in Denver, CO for the start of our year plus long nomadic journey around the US. We chat a bit about what this will look like, my vision for growth in coaching, meet-ups/retreats, and more! This one is just a classic catch-up chat between friends, but also serves as a re...

Today we chat about a few simple questions to ask yourself on the hunt for body confidence. I recently started building the habit of giving myself a body compliment every time I catch my reflection, and over time, I am starting to feel its effect. We chat about how to start habits like this one, perform closet audits, and question whether you have been hiding your body for too long. I can't w...

Back to our regularly scheduled program, we are having a raw conversation about our damaged relationships with food, body, and exercise, the vicious cycle of yo-yo dieting, the toxicity of the dieting and fitness industries, and how to finally ditch the cycle and learn to love our bodies again. We also chat more about The Homecoming Program starting January 30th, including who the program is for a...

So, I have been sick since December 26th, and while I am definitely feeling much better, I have managed to completely lose my voice. As you can imagine, that is not very conducive to being a podcaster! Unfortunately with the reboot, I did not have any episodes in the bank (A New Year's resolution of mine for sure!), so here we are. The only way to get through laryngitis is to rest your voice,...

I think we can all recognize certain limiting beliefs as toxic right?  I'm not good enough, or smart enough, or strong enough.  We can all agree that those are not healthy. But what about the labels we place on ourselves that we wear like a badge of honor? Those labels that feel like something to be proud of, something "healthy?"  I never cry. I am really independent. I never miss a...

I was lucky enough to be a guest on my incredible friend and coach's podcast (Self)ish Confidence, and the conversation was so juicy, I just HAD to share it with all of you! Jess and I chat about entrepreneurship, making big pivots, the messy middle season, and how to step into the holiday season healthier and happier! On top of that, we unpack what you can expect in the Homecoming Program la...

This episode comes right before we head into the Christmas weekend, and so I wanted to give you all a few reminders of how you can protect your peace this weekend, be present, and ENJOY. We talk affirmations, grounding practice, movement, and ditching guilt. Hope this one gears you up to have a beautiful holiday. Affirmations -For gatherings: --I don't need anyone's approval at this gath...

This one is a raw and unfiltered all-access pass to my behind-the-scenes story! We are spilling the tea on all things renovations, contractor nightmares, moving across the country, getting our house ready for rent, working in a gym, building my business, with holidays sprinkled on top. Guys, its a lot, but I believe in transparency and authenticity and I feel like we have lost that a little bit in...

We all have a microphone, and we get to control who speaks into in and at what volume. It's a pretty powerful idea. As social animals, we are going to be influenced by those around us. We can't avoid it, but we can decide how much power we give to those around us. Turn the volume down on those breaking you down or those who are just plain unsupportive, and turn it up on the people who pr...

Is the soundtrack playing in your brain actually worth listening to?! Or should we give it a REMIX? In this bite-sized episode, we are taking a thought audit to notice patterns in how we speak to ourselves, and what messaging is running through our minds. And then, we are reframing, remixing, and rewriting our internal dialogue. You deserve to have your mind working for you, not against you. Can&a...

Contrary to what we have been brainwashed to believe for decades, "thinness" does not equate to health or fitness. You can be thin and unhealthy. You can be larger-bodied and healthy.  And your worth has nothing to do with your weight.  Can we step back and acknowledge the fact that we have reserved self-love and happiness for those who are an "acceptable " size? It's outr...

In today's episode we are chatting about finding more magic in the mundane parts of our lives. I know we all want to skip ahead to the shiny "products" or "results" at the end of our journey towards a goal, but in doing so, we are WISHING AWAY our lives, and potentially missing out on some of the most incredible memories we could be building along the way. Not to mention t...

As we enter the last 30 days of the year, we are getting back to basics and breaking down how to set and prioritize goals for yourself! This one is simple and tactical, and I hope it will leave you with a plan on how you want to tackle the end of this year! Remember, you don't have to turn your life upside down and try to tackle EVERYTHING at once. You are human! Let's keep it simple and...

This week, I want to pose a powerful question for you to start asking yourself: are the behaviors you are choosing helping you or harming you? While bubble baths and a glass of wine sure seem like the glorified version of "self-care" we see on social media, when do these turn into ways for us to escape the hard stuff? There is a difference between numbing and restoring. Let's explor...

Happy Thanksgiving y'all!! You know what that means, right? CHRISTMAS IS HERE. I am ready for it! Before we go full-on Christmas though, let's chat about a few ways to protect yourself and your mental health on a holiday that revolves almost entirely around food. A few quick tips to carry with you so that you are armed and protected for any conversation or comment that comes your way aro...

On the next rendition of our Secrets of the Specialty series, we chat with Sarah, a Rapid Response Nurse and Educator and host of the Rapid Response RN podcast! We chat about a day-in-the-life of a Rapid Response Nurse, the skills you'll need to join the team, and how to set yourself up for success in this speciality. In addition, we dive DEEP into how nurses can better handle emergencies for...

If you look up "self-love" in the thesaurus, you are bombarded with words like: narcissism, conceited, egotistical, prideful, and vain. Isn't that RIDICULOUS?! We need to reexamine this message that we are constantly receiving from society, especially as women, that we "should" be sacrificing ourselves and our health for everyone around us. In reality, you cannot pour from...

Resignation is not a skill that we usually learn about in school, but is one that we seem to learn from random internet searches and experience. I figure why not demystify this topic and share the tips that have helped me through these meetings. The process will likely never be comfortable, but by simplifying the process, you can enter into the conversation with more confidence and conviction. We...

You read that right. We are REJECTING the latest (recurring) trend. "Heroin Chic," aka. the trend that celebrates thinner, smaller, bonier bodies is BACK in the fashion world, and now it's trickling down into our social media feed. This hails from the 1990s and early 2000s when "thinspo" was the guiding principle on what our bodies should look like. Let's unpack this...

All the real reals. This episode has been a long time coming, but I was waiting on the right moment to fill you all in on the MAJOR changes coming to my life, this podcast, and my business. Buckle up, fam. The ride has just begun.  If you haven't already: you NEED to head on over to FB and join our TOTALLY FREE 75 Simplified Challenge!  Join HERE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/75simplified...

Do you ever get to the end of your day off and think "what did I even do?" OR "I feel like I didn't have a day off?" GIRL, I hear you! It's so easy to get into a rut where we feel like a hamster on a wheel, always either working at a hospital or working at home trying to get our lives together. This can be incredibly draining and ultimately lead to burnout. Let's...

What better way to celebrate Halloween than to talk about kids?! On the FIRST interview of our new Secrets of the Specialty series, we chat with Emily about all things pediatrics. Emily has so much valuable experience that we can learn from. She has had time in pediatrics, PICU, peds float pool, peds radiology and school nursing. Emily is also a nurse entrepreneur who supports nurses with the Fill...

There are a million articles online, a billion influencers with different opinions, and you cousin's sister's friend telling you different versions of how much protein you should be eating. It's CONFUSING. But the reality is that this number is highly individual.  So while I can't determine the exact amount of protein that is right for you as I talk to myself alone in my office...