the ash gracie podcast

this episode explores the complexities of gaslighting, breaking down the difference between casual misuse of the term and the deeper reality of manipulation and control. through personal insights and conversation, it reflects on how distorted realities can impact self-trust, the role of outside perspectives in breaking harmful cycles, and the long-term effects of generational trauma. ultimately, i...

in this episode of the podcast, i am joined by the lovely bianca as we explore what it means to grow up inside high-pressure education systems and how that shapes mental health, identity, and ambition. through a conversation about different schooling backgrounds and college application culture, we look at how environments can quietly condition young people to equate achievement with value and succ...

in this episode of the podcast, i wanted to explore the concept of home and what it means to belong when your identity is shaped across multiple countries, cultures, and lived experiences. through reflections on growing up globally and constantly being in between places, this conversation unpacks the emotional complexity of never feeling fully rooted in one location. it also looks at how belonging...

in this episode of the podcast, i wanted to explore the relationship that we have with social media and how it shapes our mental health, attention, and sense of self. rather than framing social media as entirely good or bad, this conversation looks at the importance of awareness and intention in how we engage with it. through reflections on a social media detox and shifting digital habits, the epi...

in this episode of the podcast, i wanted to explore the process of starting a self-care journey and the realisation that growth is rarely something we do in isolation. through reflections on mental health struggles, asking for help, and learning from books, podcasts, and other resources, this episode unpacks what it means to rebuild yourself with support rather than self-reliance alone. it also lo...

in this episode of the podcast, i wanted to explore how our values are formed, how they evolve over time, and how they influence the decisions we make about who we are and how we live. through reflections on childhood conditioning, identity split between environments, and returning home after major life transitions, this conversation unpacks the internal conflict that can arise when different part...

welcome to the podcast! in this episode, i reflect on the beginning of this podcast and the uncertainty that often comes with starting something new. instead of having a clear long-term plan, this conversation explores the idea of letting inspiration guide you, even when you don’t fully know where you’re going. touching on personal experiences with mental health, identity, and growth, this episode...