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Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
Ashley-Ann Pereira
143 episodes
3 days ago
Beyond the Surface is a sanctuary for cycle breakers, truth-tellers, and those rewriting the story. This is a space for those who refuse to repeat patterns that kept past generations silent, small, or stuck. Each episode is an invitation to talk about the real work of healing — the kind that unravels old identities, confronts generational wounds, and calls you back to your truest self. If you’re ready to stop carrying what was never yours and embody who you are, you belong here—these are the conversations that break cycles and set you free.
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Beyond the Surface is a sanctuary for cycle breakers, truth-tellers, and those rewriting the story. This is a space for those who refuse to repeat patterns that kept past generations silent, small, or stuck. Each episode is an invitation to talk about the real work of healing — the kind that unravels old identities, confronts generational wounds, and calls you back to your truest self. If you’re ready to stop carrying what was never yours and embody who you are, you belong here—these are the conversations that break cycles and set you free.
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Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
112. Navigating Grief and Trauma in Today's World | Stacy Schaffer, Licensed Counselor

What happens when the silence you kept for decades finally finds a voice—and that voice becomes the very thing that heals you?


In this powerful episode, I sit down with Stacy Schaffer, Licensed Professional Counselor and author of With Love from a Children’s Therapist, to explore what it means to break generational silence, heal from childhood trauma, and help children become less hurting adults. Stacy opens up about losing her mother at a young age, surviving a year-long trauma she never spoke about until three decades later, and how telling her story became an act of radical self-compassion and truth-telling.


Together, we dive into the grief that shapes us, the courage it takes to tell the truth, and the healing that happens when we finally stop hiding behind resilience. From her work as a children’s therapist helping young people process grief and anxiety, to her own journey of reclaiming her voice, Stacy offers profound insight into the power of vulnerability, authenticity, and emotional intelligence.


Topics we explore:

  • Healing from childhood trauma and generational silence
  • Grief, loss, and the mother wound
  • Recognizing trauma in children before it becomes generational
  • The courage to speak your truth and own your story
  • Inner child healing, self-compassion, and emotional resilience


🎧 Tune in for a deeply moving, hopeful conversation about what it means to do the inner work—for ourselves, for our children, and for the generations to come.


Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann/

https://www.tiktok.com/@wordsbyashleyann

https://thestudiopress.co/


Connect with Stacy:

https://www.instagram.com/hoperestored

https://authorstacyschaffer.com/


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Stacey's Mission

02:32 The Journey of Sharing Her Story

08:30 The Impact of Vulnerability in Therapy

14:46 Navigating Grief and Loss

22:44 Independence vs. Interdependence in Relationships

25:47 Children's Trauma in Today's Society

26:11 Navigating the New Parenting Landscape

28:18 Understanding the Unique Challenges of Today's Youth

32:22 The Importance of Authenticity in Parenting

35:52 The Ripple Effect of Sharing Our Truths

43:28 Curiosity, Courage, and Compassion in Healing

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3 days ago
43 minutes 55 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
111. How to Heal Anxious Attachment & Finally Feel Safe in Love | Valerie Rubin

If you’ve ever felt like you’re too much in relationships — too anxious, too sensitive, too afraid they’ll leave — this episode will change how you see yourself.


Join host Ashley-Ann on Beyond the Surface as she sits down with Relationship & Anxiety Therapist Valerie Rubin to uncover the truth about anxious attachment healing and what it really takes to create secure, lasting love.


You’ll learn:

  1. Why talk therapy alone isn’t enough to heal attachment trauma

  2. How somatic healing and nervous system regulation create real emotional safety

  3. The science behind breaking trauma bonds and attraction to emotionally unavailable partners

  4. How inner child healing and brainspotting therapy help rewire old patterns

  5. The first steps to feeling calm, confident, and connected in relationships


If you’ve been stuck in cycles of overthinking, people-pleasing, or fearing abandonment, this conversation will help you begin your CPTSD healing journey, rebuild self worth and love, and learn how to feel safe in relationships — starting with yourself.


Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann/

https://www.tiktok.com/@wordsbyashleyann

https://thestudiopress.co/


Connect with Valerie:

https://www.instagram.com/healwithval/

https://www.valrubin.com/

https://www.healmyanxiousattachment.com/

https://open.spotify.com/show/1UZDfyhUZgAGIdlEv5VP85?si=9e5fe991a4f34a79


Download Valerie's FREE meditation "How to Heal Your Fear of Abandonment" https://stan.store/healwithval


CHAPTERS:

00:00 Valerie's Journey to Therapy

03:35 Understanding Anxious Attachment

06:16 Cycles of Emotional Unavailability

09:38 Fantasy Thinking in Relationships

12:18 Navigating Parental Relationships

15:10 Compassion and Healing

17:45 Attachment Styles in Different Relationships

19:55 The Limitations of Talk Therapy

23:08 The Importance of Somatic Therapy

27:53 Understanding Safety in the Body

30:08 Navigating Difficult Conversations

34:22 Processing Emotions Before Conflict

37:33 Building Self-Trust and Inner Validation

41:24 Curiosity, Courage, and Compassion in Self-Discovery

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1 week ago
46 minutes 18 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
110. Healing Ancestral Wounds in Relationships | Kayla MacDonald

In this episode, Spiritual Mentor and Narrative Alchemist Kayla MacDonald joins me to explore the deep work of healing ancestral patterns, reparenting yourself, and transforming generational shame into creative power.

Kayla shares how even in a healthy marriage, her body held memories of her lineage’s pain—and how she learned to release it through somatic healing, dance alchemy, and playful, creative self-expression. We talk about breaking free from inherited cycles around love, body image, and self-worth—and how healing doesn’t have to be heavy. It can be sensual, creative, and deeply freeing.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying wounds that aren’t entirely yours, or you’re ready to step into embodied wholeness, this conversation will speak to your soul.


Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann/

https://www.tiktok.com/@wordsbyashleyann

https://thestudiopress.co/


Connect with Kayla:

https://www.instagram.com/embodiedwritingwarrior/

https://www.embodiedwritingwarrior.com/gift


Chapters

00:00 Reclaiming Self-Authorship and Power

01:57 Navigating Ancestral Wounds in Marriage

05:29 Healing Dynamics in Relationships

09:35 The Role of Support in Healing

14:05 Creating Safety in Relationships

16:52 Understanding Inherited Wounds

18:49 Transforming Wounds into Gifts

20:05 The Divine Masculine and Playful Healing

23:58 The Healing Power of Playfulness

25:30 Transforming Self-Worth and Metrics

27:51 Redefining Worth Through Values

29:39 Navigating Social Media's Duality

30:50 Innovative Journaling Methodology

34:21 Launching Food Freedom Fantasy Program

36:08 Integrating Archetypes for Self-Expression

41:37 Embracing Emotions and Self-Compassion

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2 weeks ago
43 minutes 13 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
109. The 3-Step Soul Writing Ritual for Healing

When you feel stuck, lost, or like a failure, it’s easy to believe you’re on the wrong path. But what if those feelings are actually an invitation? In this episode, I share how I've learned to reframe this feeling with a powerful African proverb: “To get lost is to learn the way”.

I'll walk you through my three-step writing ritual that acts as a portal back to yourself. This process is designed to help you:

  1. Write the Rage: Learn to be incredibly raw with your emotions and get everything out onto the page without judgment.

  2. Reveal the Root: Reflect on the old stories and beliefs that have held you back and see what's truly underneath your pain.

  3. Reclaim Your Truth: Decide what happens next and choose the new truths you want to live by.

This episode is for anyone who wants to use writing as a tool for deep healing, transformational growth, and personal liberation.


Get the Write to Heal writing ritual: https://thestudiopress.myflodesk.com/write-to-heal


Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann/

https://www.tiktok.com/@wordsbyashleyann

https://thestudiopress.co/


Want to share your story and become an author? Learn more about Collective Voices, the co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.co/collective


Hi there 🌹 I'm Ashley-Ann, a creative alchemist and book coach who helps thought leaders — coaches, speakers, soulpreneurs and spiritual leaders — publish their life's work. When you’re standing on the edge of realizing you have a unique perspective and a story the worlds needs to hear, I'm the one who helps you cross the threshold. My mission is to help thought leaders break through the barriers of self-doubt, overthinking, and perfectionism and alchemize them into authentic self-expression.

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3 weeks ago
17 minutes 3 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
108. From Survival to Thriving | Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage, Intuition vs Fear, & Soul Alignment | Gicela Holguin

What if exhaustion wasn’t the end, but the breakthrough?

In this episode, I sit down with Gicela Holguin, Self-Connection Guide and Soul Archeologist, as she shares her transformative journey walking the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. What started as an intuitive nudge turned into a profound lesson in slowing down, listening to her body, and realizing she was still living in survival mode—disguised as ambition.

We explore how to tell the difference between intuition and fear, what it means to create a “soft landing” after years of leaping, and how the body becomes a roadmap for healing and alignment.

If you’ve ever wondered how to stop just surviving and start thriving, this episode will give you the tools, perspective, and inspiration to trust your inner voice and live in soulful alignment.


Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann/

https://www.tiktok.com/@wordsbyashleyann

https://thestudiopress.co/


Connect with Gicela:

https://www.instagram.com/gicelaholguin


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Journey

02:40 The Decision to Embark on the Camino

05:29 Embracing Change and Surrendering to the Universe

08:17 The Spiritual Connection and Physical Journey

10:43 Trusting Intuition Over Fear

13:22 Moments of Vulnerability and Self-Discovery

15:53 The Breakthrough: From Surviving to Thriving

21:58 Embracing Change and Trusting the Leap

24:32 Finding Harmony: Structure and Flow

26:36 The Journey of Trust and Service

29:01 The Importance of Emotional Purging

31:47 Building Community and Connection

37:21 Creating Intentional Community through Technology


Want to share your story and become an author? Learn more about Collective Voices, the co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.co/collective

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1 month ago
44 minutes 51 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
107. How I published a book at 24

In this episode, Ashley-Ann Pereira shares her author journey and how writing a book helped her find her voice and transform her life.

Whether you’re a woman writer looking for publishing support, a memoir writer, or seeking courage to write and share your personal story, this episode will inspire and guide you through the book publishing process with intention and confidence.


Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann/

https://www.tiktok.com/@wordsbyashleyann

https://thestudiopress.co/


Want to share your story and become an author? Learn more about Collective Voices, the co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.co/collective


Chapters

00:00 The Journey to Publishing a Book

05:25 Overcoming Resistance and Finding Intention


Hi there 🌹 I'm Ashley-Ann, a creative alchemist and book coach who helps thought leaders — coaches, speakers, soulpreneurs and spiritual leaders — publish their life's work. When you’re standing on the edge of realizing you have a unique perspective and a story the worlds needs to hear, I'm the one who helps you cross the threshold. My mission is to help thought leaders break through the barriers of self-doubt, overthinking, and perfectionism and alchemize them into authentic self-expression.

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1 month ago
11 minutes 19 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
106. How Breaking Your Silence Leads to Freedom

When we break our silence and begin owning your story, everything shifts — shame turns into freedom, silence into connection, and pain into purpose.

In this episode, Ashley-Ann Pereira shares a personal story of how silence created a wall between her and her father during her wedding and how it taught her the power of sharing your story.


Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann/

https://www.tiktok.com/@wordsbyashleyann

https://thestudiopress.co/


Want to share your story and become an author? Learn more about Collective Voices, the co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.co/collective


Chapters

00:00 Breaking the Silence: A Journey of Liberation

02:58 The Impact of Father-Daughter Relationships

05:14 Owning Your Story: The Power of Expression

07:26 Collective Voices: A Space for Sharing Stories


Hi there 🌹 I'm Ashley-Ann, a creative alchemist and book coach who helps thought leaders — coaches, speakers, soulpreneurs and spiritual leaders — publish their life's work. When you’re standing on the edge of realizing you have a unique perspective and a story the worlds needs to hear, I'm the one who helps you cross the threshold. My mission is to help thought leaders break through the barriers of self-doubt, overthinking, and perfectionism and alchemize them into authentic self-expression.

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1 month ago
9 minutes 46 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
105. The Transformative Power of Storytelling

Your story isn’t just words—it’s a powerful portal for healing, confidence, and transformation.

In this episode, Ashley-Ann Pereira shares how writing your story, speaking your truth, or self-publishing can help you overcome fear, build confidence, and create deeper connections. If you’ve ever wondered how storytelling leads to healing, growth, and freedom, this conversation is for you.


Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann/

https://www.tiktok.com/@wordsbyashleyann

https://thestudiopress.co/


Want to share your story and become an author? Learn more about Collective Voices, the co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.co/collective


Hi there 🌹 I'm Ashley-Ann, a creative alchemist and book coach who helps thought leaders — coaches, speakers, soulpreneurs and spiritual leaders — publish their life's work. When you’re standing on the edge of realizing you have a unique perspective and a story the worlds needs to hear, I'm the one who helps you cross the threshold. My mission is to help thought leaders break through the barriers of self-doubt, overthinking, and perfectionism and alchemize them into authentic self-expression.

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1 month ago
14 minutes 48 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
104. How does disconnection impact your expression & creative flow?

Disconnection can feel like a creative roadblock, but it doesn't have to be.

In this episode, I dive into how losing touch with our inner voice impacts self-expression and share simple, actionable steps to reconnect. From journaling to movement, discover how to break through the noise and let your true self shine.

Perfect for anyone feeling stuck, this episode offers a fresh perspective on finding your voice and expressing it with joy and authenticity.


Get the Write to Heal writing ritual: https://thestudiopress.myflodesk.com/write-to-heal


Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann/

https://www.tiktok.com/@wordsbyashleyann

https://thestudiopress.co/


Want to share your story and become an author? Learn more about Collective Voices, the co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.co/collective

Hi there 🌹 I'm Ashley-Ann, a creative alchemist and book coach who helps thought leaders — coaches, speakers, soulpreneurs and spiritual leaders — publish their life's work. When you’re standing on the edge of realizing you have a unique perspective and a story the worlds needs to hear, I'm the one who helps you cross the threshold. My mission is to help thought leaders break through the barriers of self-doubt, overthinking, and perfectionism and alchemize them into authentic self-expression.

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2 months ago
16 minutes 31 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
103. The Ripple Effect of Sharing Your Story | Nicole Recker

In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Recker to talk about the power of saying yes, speaking your truth, and how writing your story can become a catalyst for healing and transformation.

Nicole opens up about her journey as a co-author in Collective Voices and how one yes led to growth, opportunities, and the confidence to write her own books. Together, we discuss the sacredness of the first draft, the fears that hold us back, and why discomfort is often the pathway to the most authentic version of ourselves.


If you’re feeling the pull to share your story, Collective Voices is your invitation. This 12-week co-author experience has been the catalyst for so many writers to finally claim their voice, write their chapter, and unlock the courage to begin their book. >>> https://thestudiopress.co/collective <<<


Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann/

https://www.tiktok.com/@wordsbyashleyann

https://thestudiopress.co/


Connect with Nicole:

https://www.instagram.com/nicolereckersjourney

https://www.facebook.com/share/1Ds6RMQaUA/


Want to share your story and become an author? Learn more about Collective Voices, the co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.co/collective


Hi there 🌹 I'm Ashley-Ann, a creative alchemist and book coach who helps thought leaders — coaches, speakers, soulpreneurs and spiritual leaders — publish their life's work. When you’re standing on the edge of realizing you have a unique perspective and a story the worlds needs to hear, I'm the one who helps you cross the threshold. My mission is to help thought leaders break through the barriers of self-doubt, overthinking, and perfectionism and alchemize them into authentic self-expression.

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2 months ago
46 minutes 6 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
102. Healing Through Self-Attunement | Julian Bermudez

In this episode, I sit down with Julian Bermudez to talk about what it really means to heal trauma and reconnect with yourself. We explore how disconnection shows up, the impact of identity healing and trauma recovery, and how the inner healing journey can lead to powerful transformation.


Julian shares wisdom around psychedelic therapy, psychedelic integration, and daily practices for self attunement, inner child healing, and holistic healing.


If you’re ready for emotional healing, self discovery, and personal growth, this conversation is for you.


Get the Write to Heal writing ritual: https://thestudiopress.myflodesk.com/write-to-heal


Social Media:

https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann/

https://www.tiktok.com/@wordsbyashleyann

https://thestudiopress.co/


Connect with Julian:

https://www.instagram.com/psycheintegration https://www.linkedin.com/in/julian-bermudez-ma-ccmp/


Want to share your story and become an author? Learn more about Collective Voices, the co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.co/collective

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2 months ago
1 hour 11 minutes 34 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
101. How One Mom Creates with Heart & Heals Generational Cycles | Janice Ng

What if motherhood didn’t mean losing yourself? In this episode, we’re talking about doing life your way — no pressure to please everyone, no guilt for wanting more than sacrifice.


Janice shares how her motherhood journey and identity work have helped her break generational cycles, raise kids differently, and create things that carry her soul — like her books and affirmation cards.


We get real about fear, doubt, comparison, and why you actually lose more when you don’t try at all. If you’re juggling motherhood, a business, or just need a reminder to trust your timing and lead with love, this one’s for you.


Chapters


00:00 Introduction to the Journey

02:38 The Creative Process and Personal Growth

05:29 Navigating Identity and Motherhood

08:29 The Importance of Connection and Communication

11:14 Breaking Generational Patterns

14:14 The Role of Trust in Creativity

17:05 Finding Joy in Creation

19:43 Embracing Imperfection and Courage

22:51 The Impact of Our Work on Others

25:25 Learning to Let Go and Flow

28:30 Creating a New Dynamic in Parenting

31:18 Final Thoughts and Reflections


Connect with Janice here:

Website: https://www.joyfulheartsco.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfulhearts.co/


Connect with Ashley-Ann here: 

Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann⁠

Self-Publishing Agency: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestudiopress⁠ 


Want to share your story and become an author? Learn more about Collective Voices, the co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.co/collective



Hi there 🌹 I'm Ashley-Ann, a creative alchemist and book coach who helps thought leaders — coaches, speakers, soulpreneurs and spiritual leaders — publish their life's work. When you’re standing on the edge of realizing you have a unique perspective and a story the worlds needs to hear, I'm the one who helps you cross the threshold. My mission is to help thought leaders break through the barriers of self-doubt, overthinking, and perfectionism and alchemize them into authentic self-expression.

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4 months ago
32 minutes 19 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
100. What My Second is Teaching Me About Divine Timing

Ready to stop hustling and start trusting? This conversation will show you how a sacred pause can unlock your soul work journey and recalibrate your life for spiritual growth, ancestral healing, and intentional living.


You’ll learn:

  1. Why hustle culture keeps you stuck

  2. How to break generational cycles with mindful slow living

  3. Practical self reflection prompts to find clarity

  4. How to trust divine timing and manifest without forcing

  5. Why your silence is seeding your next masterpiece


If you’re craving soulful storytelling, creative block breakthroughs, and inspiration for living as a conscious creator, this episode is your permission slip to slow down and trust the process. Dive in and discover how your pause holds your purpose.


Chapters

00:00 The Illusion of Worth and Momentum

02:53 The Sacredness of the Pause

05:46 Embracing Evolution and Clarity

09:45 The Journey of Creation and Trust

13:43 Reflection and Divine Timing

17:40 BTS Podcast Outro mp3.mp3



Connect with Ashley-Ann here: 

Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann⁠

Self-Publishing Agency: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestudiopress⁠ 


Want to share your story and become an author? Learn more about Collective Voices, the co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.co/collective



Hi there 🌹 I'm Ashley-Ann, a creative alchemist and book coach who helps thought leaders — coaches, speakers, soulpreneurs and spiritual leaders — publish their life's work. When you’re standing on the edge of realizing you have a unique perspective and a story the worlds needs to hear, I'm the one who helps you cross the threshold. My mission is to help thought leaders break through the barriers of self-doubt, overthinking, and perfectionism and alchemize them into authentic self-expression.

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4 months ago
17 minutes 57 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
99. How to Hold Love, Loss, and Still Find Peace | Vicky Andritsch

If you're navigating the grief journey, feeling disconnected, or craving peace after moving through loss, this conversation is for you.


In today’s powerful episode, Ashley-Ann sits down with Lydia Knorr to talk about healing through grief, the unexpected lessons in heartbreak, and how to begin coming home to yourself.


You’ll learn:

  1. Why grief isn’t linear and how grief and motherhood shape your healing

  2. What it means to surrender and how it leads to finding inner peace

  3. How mindful healing and stillness bring you back to joy

  4. Why there’s no textbook for grief and growth — and why that’s a gift

  5. How to carry love, loss, and light at the same time


If you’re looking for real, soulful stories of grief transformation, emotional healing, and life after loss, this episode offers a heart-opening guide to walk this path with more grace.


Chapters

00:00 Navigating Grief and Personal Growth

03:05 The Impact of Loss on Relationships

06:02 Finding Inner Peace Amidst Grief

08:53 The Journey of Self-Care and Healing

11:59 Lessons Learned from Grief

14:48 Honoring Loved Ones Through Legacy

17:57 The Balance of Joy and Sorrow

21:05 Building a Life Around Grief

24:13 Creating Boundaries for Inner Peace

26:55 Mindfulness and Reflection in Healing

31:30 Connecting with the Spiritual Realm

34:29 The Importance of Surrender

37:50 Finding Peace in Uncertainty

41:11 Embracing Change and New Beginnings

45:20 Learning from Pain and Life Lessons

48:14 Crafting Our Stories Together


Connect with Vicky here:

Website: https://vickylynn.org/


Connect with Ashley-Ann here: 

Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann⁠

Self-Publishing Agency: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestudiopress⁠ 


Want to share your story and become an author? Learn more about Collective Voices, the co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.co/collective




Hi there 🌹 I'm Ashley-Ann, a creative alchemist and book coach who helps thought leaders — coaches, speakers, soulpreneurs and spiritual leaders — publish their life's work. When you’re standing on the edge of realizing you have a unique perspective and a story the worlds needs to hear, I'm the one who helps you cross the threshold. My mission is to help thought leaders break through the barriers of self-doubt, overthinking, and perfectionism and alchemize them into authentic self-expression.

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4 months ago
46 minutes 27 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
98. The Transformative Power of Creativity | Shani Pride

If you’ve ever felt blocked, stuck in perfectionism, or afraid to truly express yourself—this episode will set you free.


Today’s guest, Shani Pride — writer, director, international speaker and creative consultant, shares how healing through creativity begins the moment you let go of control, embrace vulnerability, and allow your inner voice to lead.


You’ll learn:

  1. Why surrender is the secret to unlocking your creative flow

  2. How perfectionism and fear of success block your growth

  3. The truth about writer’s block (it’s not what you think)

  4. How to turn your pain into purpose through conscious storytelling

  5. What happens when you stop chasing alignment and start living it


Connect with Shani here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shani_pride

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shani_pride

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanipride/

Website: https://www.shanipride.com/


Connect with Ashley-Ann here: 

Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann⁠

Self-Publishing Agency: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestudiopress⁠ 


Want to share your story and become an author? Learn more about Collective Voices, the co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.co/collective




Hi there 🌹 I'm Ashley-Ann, a creative alchemist and book coach who helps thought leaders — coaches, speakers, soulpreneurs and spiritual leaders — publish their life's work. When you’re standing on the edge of realizing you have a unique perspective and a story the worlds needs to hear, I'm the one who helps you cross the threshold. My mission is to help thought leaders break through the barriers of self-doubt, overthinking, and perfectionism and alchemize them into authentic self-expression.

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5 months ago
44 minutes 12 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
97. What Everyone Should Know About Grief ft. Lydia Knorr

If you've experienced loss, questioned who you are after heartbreak, or felt like your voice got lost in the pain—this conversation will meet you exactly where you are.


In today’s episode, author of 'Hello, Grace' and TedX speaker Lydia Knorr, opens up about the unexpected death of her husband and how writing her memoir Hello Grace helped her move through grief, find spiritual connection, and reclaim her purpose.


You’ll learn:

  1. How storytelling can be a form of spiritual and emotional healing

  2. Turning personal stories into meaningful impact

  3. Why grace is more powerful than perfection

  4. What it means to turn grief into legacy

  5. Finding your voice again after deep loss


Whether you’re currently grieving, supporting someone through loss, or feeling called to tell your story, this episode is a reminder that healing doesn’t mean erasing the pain—it means making space for something more meaningful to grow.


Chapters:

00:00 The Journey to Writing 'Hello Grace'

06:03 Gratitude as a Pillar of Healing

11:47 The Impact of Loss on Legacy

23:47 Navigating Grief and Acceptance

29:31 Finding Peace in Loss

36:48 The Pillars of Grace: Gratitude, Resilience, and Connection

42:10 The Power of Storytelling and Shared Experiences


Purchase Lydia Knorr's new book 'Hello, Grace': http://hellograce.ca/

Connect with Lydia here:

Website: https://www.lydiaknorr.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discovering_y.o.u._

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lydia-knorr-3ab1489

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/lydiaknorr.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lydiaknorrMHSc


Connect with Ashley-Ann here: 

Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann⁠

Self-Publishing Agency: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestudiopress⁠ 


Want to share your story and become an author? Learn more about Collective Voices, the co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.co/collective




Hi there 🌹 I'm Ashley-Ann, a creative alchemist and book coach who helps thought leaders — coaches, speakers, soulpreneurs and spiritual leaders — publish their life's work. When you’re standing on the edge of realizing you have a unique perspective and a story the worlds needs to hear, I'm the one who helps you cross the threshold. My mission is to help thought leaders break through the barriers of self-doubt, overthinking, and perfectionism and alchemize them into authentic self-expression.


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5 months ago
45 minutes 39 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
96. How to Break Generational Patterns, Heal the Mother Line & Raise Conscious Children | Martine Shelley

If you’ve ever felt the weight of your family’s past resting on your shoulders—or wondered how to raise children differently than you were raised—this episode is your permission to break free.

Today’s guest is Martine Shelley, a conscious parenting guide, nervous system educator, and mother of five. She shares powerful insights about healing generational trauma, regulating your emotions, and becoming the kind of parent—and person—you wish you had.

You’ll learn:


  • What the motherline is and why healing it matters

  • The role of nervous system regulation in parenting and legacy

  • How to shift from reactive parenting to conscious, connected leadership
  • Why emotional attunement is more powerful than discipline

Whether you’re preparing for motherhood, reparenting yourself, or actively raising children with intention, this conversation will shift the way you view parenting, legacy, and your role in healing what came before you.


Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Healing and Motherhood

06:11 Recreating the Fourth Trimester

12:07 Understanding the Mother Line

17:52 Empowerment Through Healing

27:37 The Sisterhood of Women

32:39 Creating Safety in Relationships

39:27 The Ripple Effect of Healing

46:23 Choice and Generational Healing


Connect with Martine here: 

Free Guide: https://mother-lines.com/a-mother-starter-kit-bringing-generational-healing-home

Mother Line Healing Program: https://mother-lines.com/the-mother-line-healing-programme

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healing_our_matriachy

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/16bXHYdsVd/?mibextid=wwXIfr


Connect with Ashley-Ann here: 

Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann⁠

Self-Publishing Agency: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestudiopress⁠ 


Want to share your story and become an author? Learn more about Collective Voices, the co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.co/collective



Hi there 🌹 I'm Ashley-Ann, a creative alchemist and book coach who helps thought leaders — coaches, speakers, soulpreneurs and spiritual leaders — publish their life's work. When you’re standing on the edge of realizing you have a unique perspective and a story the worlds needs to hear, I'm the one who helps you cross the threshold. My mission is to help thought leaders break through the barriers of self-doubt, overthinking, and perfectionism and alchemize them into authentic self-expression.

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5 months ago
50 minutes 16 seconds

Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
95. The Biggest Lesson From Choosing Motherhood

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my own journey. What it means to be walking toward motherhood with intention, with awareness… and with grief.

I’m talking about the stories we’re rewriting before we ever pass them on. The unspoken guilt of waiting, of doing things in your own time. The ache of wishing someone you love was still here to witness this next chapter.

And I’m sharing something tender and close to my heart—why this second book is for the cycle breakers.

If you’re in the in-between… of healing and becoming, of remembering and reimagining—this one’s for you.


Key Takeaways:

  • → What it looks like to rewrite the stories you inherited

  • → Why your nervous system needs to feel safe before transformation can begin

  • → The emotional and spiritual prep work before stepping into motherhood

  • → How to choose softness and self-trust over control and urgency

  • → The power of slowing down to hear what’s truly yours


  • Connect with Ashley-Ann here: 

    Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann

    Business Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestudiopress 

    Book Coaching/Mentorship: https://thestudiopress.co/mentorship 


    Want to share your story? Learn more about Collective Voices, a co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.my.canva.site/collective-voices



    Hi there 🌹 I'm Ashley-Ann, a creative alchemist and book coach who helps thought leaders — coaches, speakers, soulpreneurs and spiritual leaders — publish their life's work. When you’re standing on the edge of realizing you have a unique perspective and a story the worlds needs to hear, I'm the one who helps you cross the threshold. My mission is to help thought leaders break through the barriers of self-doubt, overthinking, and perfectionism and alchemize them into authentic self-expression.

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    5 months ago
    20 minutes 45 seconds

    Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
    94. Why Healing Your Inner Masculine Unlocks Your Feminine (and Vice Versa) with Nicola Navon

    In this conversation with Nicola Navon, we explore the tender yet powerful intersection of healing the inner masculine, feminine embodiment, and the unseen ways we seek validation, safety, and love.


    We unpack the energetic imbalances that play out in relationships, how the wounded masculine can show up in women, and the journey to cultivating inner union. Nicola shares her own experience with navigating deep emotional healing, integrating the divine feminine, and restoring trust in the body through nervous system work.


    This is a raw and transformative dialogue for those ready to soften, reclaim their personal power, and lead from a place of wholeness.

    Key Takeaways: → The difference between wounded and healed masculine energy→ How to cultivate safety in the body through nervous system awareness→ Why true feminine leadership starts with reclaiming your voice and softness→ The role of polarity in conscious relationships→ What it means to experience inner union and live from integration


    Connect with Nicola here:

    Website: https://www.nicolanavon.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolanavon/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicole.navon/


    Connect with Ashley-Ann here: 

    Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann

    Self-Publishing Agency: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestudiopress 



    Hi there 🌹 I'm Ashley-Ann, a creative alchemist and book coach who helps thought leaders — coaches, speakers, soulpreneurs and spiritual leaders — publish their life's work. When you’re standing on the edge of realizing you have a unique perspective and a story the worlds needs to hear, I'm the one who helps you cross the threshold. My mission is to help thought leaders break through the barriers of self-doubt, overthinking, and perfectionism and alchemize them into authentic self-expression.

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    6 months ago
    53 minutes 54 seconds

    Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
    93. Are You Growing… or Just Stuck in a Healing Loop? with Kemina Fulwood

    What if you're not here to fix yourself... but to remember yourself?

    In this soul-nourishing conversation, we explore the difference between healing and growth, the power of soul remembering, and how to navigate your journey with self-compassion, trust, and emotional clarity. Kemina shares how tuning into inspiration vs motivation shifted everything—and how letting go of old stories allows you to return to your truth.

    This episode is an invitation to stop overcomplicating your journey, return to your body, and live from your inner wisdom.


    Key Themes & Takeaways

    →The difference between healing and growth (and how healing loops keep us stuck)

    → How to know when your soul is guiding you vs. fear-based motivation

    → Simple practices to shift energy from the head into the heart

    → Relationships as mirrors and portals for growth

    → Letting go of overthinking and reclaiming your presence


    Want to share your story? Learn more about Collective Voices, a co-author experience: https://thestudiopress.my.canva.site/collective-voices


    Connect with Kemina here: 

    Transformative Tools: https://www.bodyflowenergetics.org/free-gifts

    Website: www.bodyflowenergetics.org


    Connect with Ashley-Ann here: 

    Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/wordsbyashleyann

    Business Instagram: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thestudiopress 

    Book Coaching & Services: https://thestudiopress.co/mentorship 


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    6 months ago
    37 minutes 39 seconds

    Beyond the Surface with Ashley-Ann
    Beyond the Surface is a sanctuary for cycle breakers, truth-tellers, and those rewriting the story. This is a space for those who refuse to repeat patterns that kept past generations silent, small, or stuck. Each episode is an invitation to talk about the real work of healing — the kind that unravels old identities, confronts generational wounds, and calls you back to your truest self. If you’re ready to stop carrying what was never yours and embody who you are, you belong here—these are the conversations that break cycles and set you free.