Ever scroll through social media and feel crushing resentment, seeing everyone else living their "best summer ever" while yours feels... less than ideal? You are not alone!

This week, Ashley gets raw and honest about her own challenging summer, filled with a breast cancer diagnosis, family caregiving, and busy schedules.

❌ This isn't an episode about complaining; it's about validating your feelings and sharing powerful strategies to cope, find joy, and maintain perspective when life throws unexpected curveballs.

If your summer looks different than you imagined – this episode's for you:

Embrace Your Anxiety: Learn to accept anxiety as a normal human emotion, especially when navigating overwhelming life circumstances. Understand that it's okay to feel it, and you're not "wrong" for experiencing it.
Combat Shame with Gratitude: Ditch the comparison trap and the spiral of shame by focusing on one single thing you're grateful for each day. This simple practice can gently shift your perspective and highlight the good.
Create Tiny, Meaningful Moments: Discover how to infuse joy into your everyday life with small, intentional moments that don't require money or huge effort.

This episode is a heartfelt invitation to be kind to yourself, validate your struggles, and find glimmers of happiness even when your summer isn't what you planned. It's about accepting where you are, finding peace in the present, and knowing that this season of your life is temporary.

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Feeling overwhelmed by conflicting advice, new symptoms, and the constant juggle of midlife? You are absolutely not alone. This week, we're diving deep into the ONE essential tool you need not just to survive, but to thrive in midlife and beyond.

In this episode I share that while we often seek external solutions like new diets, workouts, or supplements, the true key lies in something much closer to home: managing your thoughts and feelings. Get ready to look "under the hood" of your own brain and discover how to take back control, even when everything feels like too much.

In this episode, we unpack your brain's secret strategy:

📍The Overwhelm Trap: Discover how overwhelm often masks deeper feelings like overthinking, perfectionism, or confusion, and how your brain uses it as a "safety mechanism" to avoid perceived pain or wasted effort.
📍The Cycle of Frustration: Hear clear examples of how thoughts like "nothing I try works" lead to feelings of frustration and overwhelm, resulting in behaviors like quitting or giving up on your goals.
📍Breaking the Pattern: Learn to notice the direct correlation between your thoughts, feelings, and the behaviors you choose. This awareness is your first step to making different choices and getting the results you truly desire.

This episode is a powerful invitation to shift your perspective and embrace the incredible control you have over your midlife journey. It's about getting "your brain right" so all those other tools and strategies can finally work for you!

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⭐️ Feel less overwhelmed with a meal plan (here) that acutally works for you AND your family

Summer is the PERFECT time to make small changes, that give you a BIG impact!

This week, dive into a powerful 7-day mini-challenge designed to significantly reduce inflammation in your body.

Get ready to feel more energetic, focused, and truly enjoy all your summer activities without feeling like garbage!

Your 7-Day Anti-Inflammation Challenge:
Nourish & Hydrate for Energy: Start your day with protein and veggies, drink half your body weight in ounces of water, and replace refined sugars - all to reduce inflammation.
Move & Recharge Your Body: Increase your daily step count, and aim for 40 grams of protein by 10 AM to stay fuller and more energized.
Mindset for Success & Gut Health: Commit to removing basic, inflammatory ingredients, and write down your wins every single day to build confidence and lower stress, allowing your body to thrive.

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⭐️ Cook just 3 nights/week all summer long, with this easy, family-friendly meal plan
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Get ready for the most fun and actionable episode in our Summer Success Series!

In this episode, we're celebrating the joy of summer – the sun, the music, the relaxation – without any of the food guilt.

I'm sharing my top 5 easy, actionable tips for enjoying the pool, beach, or your dream vacation with absolute freedom and confidence. You've gathered all the tools from the previous episodes, and now it's time to put them into practice with a mindset that supports pure summer enjoyment!

Here's your guide to a guilt-free summer:

🚗 Smart Snacking on the Go: Learn how bringing your own healthy, energy-boosting snacks sets you up for success, whether you're at the pool or exploring a new destination.
🍹 Mindful Merriment: Alcohol & Treats: Discover how to navigate social drinking with smart alternatives and master the "three-bite rule" to truly savor your favorite summer treats without overdoing it.
🍉 Prioritize Fresh & Hydrating Foods: Embrace fresh fruit and hydrating options to keep your energy up, reduce bloating, and satisfy sweet cravings under the summer sun.

This episode empowers you to relax, enjoy, and make incredible memories without stressing about food. It's about remembering that one meal or one day doesn't derail your entire summer, and getting back on track is always just a moment away.

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⭐️ Cook just 3 nights/week all summer long, with this easy, family-friendly meal plan
⭐️ Need your question answered in a future episode? Send me a note here!
⭐️ Adorable wine tumblers like these will make sparkling drinks taste extra special
⭐️ Add Grapefruit CURE to your sparkling water for a tasty treat
⭐️ Learn how to fit workouts into your busy summer schedule here
⭐️ Curious how to make summer mealtime more fun? This episode has all the answers!
⭐️ Time blocking is your answer to fitting it all in. Learn how in this episode
⭐️ The right THINKING is what will help you see success this summer. Grab this framework to make it easy!

Get ready for an episode that truly unlocks the magic behind your summer goals!

We've talked about workouts, healthy meals, and time blocking, but today, we're diving into the most powerful tool of all: your mindset.

I share how our thoughts and feelings directly shape our reality. If you've ever felt stuck with "not enough time," struggled with making progress, or felt deprived while trying to eat healthy, this episode is for you! We're exploring how to use your brain to design the confident, energetic, and fun summer you truly desire.

Here's what you'll discover:

Your Brain's Hidden Blocks: Unpack common thought patterns around time, progress, and desire that might be sabotaging your summer health goals.
Shifting Your Story: Learn how to recognize feelings like frustration, shame, or feeling left out, and proactively shift your mindset to unlock creative solutions instead.
The Power of Proactive Thinking: Understand how a positive, intentional mindset makes healthy eating, consistent workouts, and effective time blocking so much easier to achieve.


⭐️ This episode is the cornerstone of our "Summer Success Series," bringing all the pieces together. It's about empowering you to control your narrative and make choices that lead to your dream summer, no matter what challenges come your way.

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🥗 Cook just 3 nights/week AND have a list of emergency/back-up meals, when you join the Supper Club
🍡 Fast, easy, and healthy snack ideas that your whole family will love can be found here and here
💪 Learn how to create an effective workout schedule here, then sign up for my favorite workouts here
⏰ Check here for essential time blocking tips, for your best summer ever!

Summer's here, and that means fun, sun, and...total schedule chaos? I get it...and that's why I'm sharing my tried-and-true method for surviving (and thriving!) during summer break: time blocking!

In this episode, I share how to effectively time block your summer so that you have time and space and capacity to eat well, move your body, do all of those things that are important to your health so that you can keep up with your activities, with your family, and with everything else you have going on this summer.

Think you don't need time blocking? Think again:

Tools for Time Blocking Success: How Google Calendar manages your life, plus printable calendar for family visibility.
Prioritize Fun: Schedule those vacations, barbecues, and lazy days first to ensure they actually happen!
Movement Matters: Block out specific times for workouts or walks, treating them like non-negotiable appointments.
Nutrition on Autopilot: Schedule meal planning, grocery shopping, and even snack prep to avoid last-minute, unhealthy choices.
Ashley's Time Blocking Breakdown: If it doesn't get planned, it won't get done. I'll show you how!

By time blocking your schedule, you'll feel more in control of your nutrition and wellness, freeing you up to enjoy all the fun summer has to offer!

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🥗 Cook just 3 nights/week AND have a list of emergency/back-up meals, when you join the Supper Club
🍡 Fast, easy, and healthy snack ideas that your whole family will love can be found here and here
💪 Learn how to create an effective workout schedule here, then sign up for my favorite workouts here

Welcome back to our Summer Success Series! Last week we tackled realistic planning, and this week, we're diving into one of the best parts of summer: FOOD!

But how do we keep ourselves and our families on track with healthy, anti-inflammatory meals when schedules go haywire and the heat is on?

Summer should be about fun, not endless kitchen duty. That's why I'm sharing a fantastic roadmap for easy and delicious anti-inflammatory eating all summer long, whether you're road-tripping, vacationing, or just trying to keep cool at home. Get ready to ditch the takeout temptation and embrace flavorful, feel-good food that supports your energy and confidence!

Here's your guide to effortless summer eating:

Travel Like a Healthy Pro: Discover simple and portable anti-inflammatory snack ideas for road trips and airplanes, ensuring you stay energized and avoid those sugary convenience store traps.
Vacation Vibes, Healthy Habits: Learn how to navigate restaurant menus, stock your hotel fridge like a pro, and even leverage rental properties for easy and healthy meal options without being stuck in the kitchen.
Creative & Fun Summer Meals at Home: Get inspired with easy and exciting ideas for grilling, backyard picnics, and kid-friendly presentations that make healthy eating feel like a summer celebration!

This episode is packed with practical, family-friendly tips to make healthy eating a breeze all summer long. Say goodbye to feeling bloated and sluggish and hello to fueling your adventures with delicious, anti-inflammatory foods that everyone will enjoy!

Let's make this summer your most delicious and energized one yet!

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🥗 Cook just 3 nights a week, and serve dinner all summer long with easy recipes in the Supper Club
💪 Workouts that work with your crazy summer schedule can be found here (ask me to help you get started with the right program!)
🙋‍♀️ Want help building a custom plan for your summer? Get started here!

Are you dreaming of a confident and energized summer? Well, dream no more! This week, we're kicking off an exciting "Summer Success Series" designed to help you make your summer dreams a reality.

It's time to stop wishing and start planning for the summer you deserve!

This episode gets you started with a 3-part approach to get you on track with your fitness and weight loss goals now, so you can enjoy every moment of summer feeling fantastic.

In this episode we cover:

Realistic Expectations for Real Moms: Learn how to set achievable weight loss goals with the timeframe you have, ditching unrealistic expectations and focusing on sustainable progress.
Your Summer Fitness Toolkit: Discover effective and convenient workout resources, including Ashley's go-to online platform, and how to gather portable equipment for consistency wherever you are.
Fueling Your Success with Nutrition: Get a powerful reminder of the impact of anti-inflammatory nutrition and how the free Perimenopause Weight Loss Guide can kickstart your journey with delicious, family-friendly meals (plus a private podcast for extra support!)

It's time to take action and make this summer your best one yet! Let's plan ahead, gather our resources, and step into summer feeling strong, healthy, and confident!

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🚀 Download the free Perimenopause Weight Loss Guide for Moms, to get started with your weight loss journey today
💪 No more excuses! The BODi workout platform has the perfect program, that you can start right away!
🙋‍♀️ Have other questions, or need a different way to get started? I'm just an email away!