Her Identity Project: True Confidence and Inner Beauty for Christian Women

EPISODE SUMMARY:

Explore the messy, miraculous intersection of sobriety, inner healing, and self-forgiveness. 

This is for you if you’ve ever...

• Used coping mechanisms (weed, alcohol, scrolling, busyness) that left you emptier than before
• Felt your past trauma creeping into your parenting
• Wondered why healing isn’t linear (or fast)
• Needed permission to not have it all figured out

Through raw stories and hard-won wisdom, guest Nicole and host, Ashley reveal:

• How alcohol and other numbing behaviors often mask deeper wounds (generational trauma, unmet needs, identity struggles)
• Why "rock bottom" is optional
• The uncomfortable truth: Sobriety isn’t the finish line—it’s the first step toward reclaiming your voice, faith, and family legacy
• Addiction isn’t the root problem—it’s the symptom of what you haven’t processed
• Breaking cycles requires awareness + action 
• Community isn’t just helpful—it’s necessary for lasting freedom

KEY MOMENTS:

[10:15] The Lies We Inherit

• "What’s wrong with you?" → breaking generational language patterns
• Nicole’s daughter’s "Get away from me!" moment (and the hug that healed them both)

[22:30] Sobriety as Sacred Rebellion

• Why labels like "alcoholic" can limit your healing
• Your host’s confession: "I chose my kids over the bottle"

[35:40] Parenting While Healing

• How unprocessed trauma shows up in discipline and connection
• The *"3-Second Pause"* for triggers (Nicole’s go-to tool)

[45:00] Faith Meets Therapy

• How EMDR and Internal Family Systems helped rewire deep wounds
• The prayer that shifted everything: "You need to forgive yourself"

[55:20] Your Freedom Toolkit

• Practical step: Say "I need…" out loud (even to your mirror)
• Join the Her Identity Project Sisterhood to keep growing

5 KEY TAKEAWAYS:

1. Healing begins when you stop numbing
   • Try this: Name one emotion you’ve been avoiding this week.
2. Your kids are your mirrors—not your judges
   • When triggered, ask: "What did little-me need in this moment?"
3. Sobriety reveals what you’ve been escaping
   • Journal prompt: "What pain was my [drinking/overworking/etc.] protecting me from?"
4. Community is your lifeline
   • Text a friend today: "I’m struggling with ___. Can we talk?"
5. Freedom is a daily practice with Identity rooted in Christ
   • Declare this week: "I’m not who I was. I’m becoming who He says I am."

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• [Book] Quit Like a Woman by Holly Whitaker
• [App] Reframe (sobriety support)

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In this solo episode, Host, Ashley gets real about her recent struggle with negative mindset shifts, spiritual attacks, and how the enemy targets us when we’re aligned with purpose. She shares a vulnerable moment after a high-energy Freedom Conference—where clarity and motivation crashed into doubt and reveals 4 powerful ways you can shift your mindset and break free from negativity:

Key Takeaways:

-The 60-Second Mind-Body Reset – Ashley reveals the Tony Robbins-approved trick to flip your emotional state (no therapy couch required).

-Tapping: The Science-Backed Stress Reliever – How this simple technique can dissolve stress and quiet negative thoughts in minutes.

-Morning Pages: Journaling for the Skeptics – Why writing unfiltered thoughts first thing in the morning can bring unexpected clarity.

-Rewrite Your Story – How to reframe setbacks as stepping stones and take control of your personal narrative.

Choose one takeaway that you can get started on today! 

Question for You:
What’s one small shift that helps you reset when negativity takes hold? Share your thoughts with Ashley in the Facebook group!

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If you’re craving permission to choose yourself, prioritize healing, and live from love (not fear), this conversation is your invitation to begin. 

This episode is for women who feel stuck in fear, self-doubt, or people-pleasing—ready to reclaim their worth and step into freedom. Host, Ashley Iduda and guest Amanda Roa share raw, relatable stories of transformation, from overcoming chronic illness and burnout to breaking cycles of perfectionism and learning to trust themselves. 

Key Takeaways:

[00:00 - 03:00] Introduction & Ashley’s Personal Story
Ashley opens up about hitting rock bottom—feeling angry, reactive, and trapped in despair. She shares how art therapy helped her visualize her emotions and set a life-changing intention.  

[03:00 - 10:00] Meet Amanda Roa: Choosing Love Over Fear
Amanda discusses her journey of healing from endometriosis and a broken marriage, emphasizing the pivotal decision to reject fear-based narratives and embrace holistic healing.  

[10:00 - 20:00] The Power of Choosing Yourself  
Both women explore how self-love transformed their lives—from Amanda’s health and career shifts to Ashley’s breakthrough in overcoming people-pleasing and finding identity in faith.  

[20:00 - 30:00] Healing the Mind-Body-Spirit Connection  
Amanda details how stored trauma manifested as chronic illness, while Ashley shares insights on rewiring negative thoughts through scripture and somatic practices.  

[30:00 - 40:00] From Fear to Freedom: Practical Steps 
Amanda’s transition from corporate burnout to boundary-setting, and Ashley’s reflections on guilt and self-care as a stay-at-home mom.  

[40:00 - 50:00] Feminine vs. Masculine Energy: Finding Balance  
A discussion on restoring joy by honoring creativity (Amanda’s return to cooking) and balancing "doing" with "being."  

[50:00 - 01:00] Launching a Podcast & Facing Fear  
The vulnerability of putting themselves out there—including their shared fear of being "seen" and releasing the need for approval.  

[01:00 - End] How to Start Your Healing Journey
Three steps: find community, use free resources, and trust your intuition. 

Ashley closes with encouragement: "Healing is a rollercoaster, but God helps us BECOME."  

Scripture Highlight:
"God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind." 

—2 Timothy 1:7 (AMP)  

Connect with Amanda:  
@back2thehearttoloveme (Instagram) and her podcast, Back to the Heart.  

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The show is back! And will continue to run weekly! 

Ashley returns reenergized and ready to embrace this new season with authenticity and purpose. Welcome to Season 3: "Becoming" - where we're doing the deep work of inner healing together.

This season is all about:

• Shedding what no longer serves us
• Approaching self-growth through a spiritual lens
• Becoming active participants in our healing journeys

We're peeling back layers, uncovering truths, and stepping into the wholeness we were created for. Whether you're just beginning your healing journey or have been walking this path for years, there's space here for you.

Get ready for raw conversations, biblical wisdom, and practical tools to help you become who you were meant to be. The journey starts now!

In this short, bonus episode, Ashley opens up about her personal journey of inner transformation—overcoming shame, limiting beliefs, and the struggle to fully love herself. Through faith, prayer, and self-reflection, Ashley learned the power of forgiveness—not just of others, but of herself—and how shedding these burdens allowed her to step into the wholeness God intended.

This season will explore raw, relatable topics like fear, worthiness, trauma, people-pleasing, and breaking free from societal conditioning. Ashley emphasizes that true healing begins when we bring our darkness into the light, trusting in God's restoration. 

Exciting updates include:

• Season 3, Episode 2 powerful guest conversations with Amanda V. Roa on mental and physical healing
• New Facebook community (Her Identity Project Sisterhood) for listeners to connect and grow together.

With passion and vulnerability, Ashley reminds us: You are a masterpiece—worthy, loved, and capable of radiant freedom. Tune in, join the journey, and let's become who we were meant to be.

Listen to the full episode now—and don't miss tomorrow's debut with Amanda!

P.S. Share this episode with someone who is on their own inner healing journey!

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Who This Episode Is For:

• Women who feel stuck in cycles of anger, shame, or past mistakes
• Single moms needing hope that their struggles aren’t the end of their story
• Anyone who’s hit rock bottom and wonders if God still sees them
• Believers in a "dry season" where faith feels distant or mechanical
• Those wrestling with addiction, church hurt, or toxic relationships
• People-pleasers ready to embrace the liberating "Let Them" mindset
• Anyone who needs proof that God specializes in unexpected redemption

🔥 In This Raw & Hopeful Conversation:
Host Ashley Iduda sits down with Chalay—a childhood friend turned sister in healing—for a truth-packed dialogue about:

• How God transforms our deepest wounds into testimonies (even when we don’t see it yet)
• Breaking free from anger’s grip by tracing it to its roots (and why therapy + Scripture are non-negotiable)
• Chalay’s divine rescue mission—from addiction and homelessness to encountering God in a jail cell
• The "Let Them" freedom: Why surrendering others’ opinions unlocks peace
• Dry seasons decoded: Why feeling far from God doesn’t mean He’s left you
• Single motherhood’s hidden battles + how faith anchors the weary

💡 Key Themes You’ll Walk Away With:
✓ Your past doesn’t disqualify you—it equips your purpose
✓ Healing isn’t linear, but God’s faithfulness is
✓ True growth requires honest repentance, not perfect performance
✓ Sometimes God fights for you so you learn to stop fighting in you

💬 Chalay’s Mic-Drop Moments:
“God isn’t waiting for you to be perfect—He’s waiting for you to be real.”
“My jail cell became my altar. That’s where He met me.”
“Stop explaining yourself to people who’ve already decided who you are.”

🌿 Final Takeaway:
No matter what your "rock bottom" looks like—whether it’s addiction, broken relationships, or silent despair—this episode proves: God never leaves you where He finds you. Your mess? It’s just raw material for His redemption.

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What if looking radiant required less time, more truth, and zero guilt- while finally feeling confident in your own skin? Join Ashley your host, a makeup artist who traded NYC glam for Kingdom purpose as she spills 13 years of PRO secrets your beauty routine’s been missing. 

This is a partial replay of the live Zoom recording from her faith and beauty class: Glow by Design. Don't miss it! The next one is Friday, May 2nd at 7pm CST. It's not too late to register. DM 'GLOW' on fb or IG to save your spot! 

Who This Is For *(08:00-09:00)*:

• The shopper drowning in product overload (“I just wish somebody would tell me what to buy”)
• Moms who need a 5-minute polished look (“We have kids, we’re busy”)
• Women frustrated with aging skin (“Dryness, pigmentation, wrinkles, dullness”)
• Makeup beginners (“You don’t know your primer from your moisturizer – no shame!”)

🔥 Key Takeaways (Direct Quotes):

1. “Skincare is self-love in action” (10:00) – Reframing routines as stewardship (1 Cor. 6:19)
2. “You’re putting expensive products on dead skin” (12:00) – Why exfoliation is non-negotiable
3. “That dollar-store lip gloss? You’re putting poison on your lips” (10:30) – Clean beauty truth
4. “Use your ring finger for eye cream – it’s your gentlest finger” (17:00) – Pro tip from my Sephora days
5. “Makeup is a power move” (20:00) – How a red lip changed my confidence

💄 What’s Covered:

• My “Clueless to Confident” Journey *(04:00-07:00)*: From Sephora cashier to NYC pro artist (“I had eyeliner going out, not up – it was bad!”)
• The “One Drop Wonder” Oil (13:00): How this tiny drop boosts serums (“Lasts 5 months!”)
• “Dream Clean” Cleanser (15:00): Removes waterproof makeup in 1 step (“Even Halloween face paint!”)

🙌 Real Talk:

• “Creams over powders for mature skin” (22:00) – Why powders age you
• “Pray while you skincare” (16:00) – How I honor God in my routine
• “Less is more” (07:00) – My shift as I got older

💌 P.S. There’s a way to go deeper… but you’ll have to listen to the end!

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If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and doubted your worth—this episode is your divine reset. 

In this energizing episode, Ashley Iduda introduces Dorothy Inez, a holistic confidence coach and sound healer. Dorothy shares her journey from the corporate world to becoming a self-love advocate and confidence coach. They discuss the sacred nature of self-love, healing the worthiness wound, and the power of sound healing. The conversation is filled with Holy Spirit moments and personal revelations, emphasizing the importance of aligning one's mind, body, and spirit with God's word. Dorothy also shares her personal struggles with confidence, her healing journey, and the transformative impact of understanding one's divine purpose. 

This is a truly powerful episode that will encourage you to reclaim your authentic self and shine as the women God created you to be.

This episode is for you if…

• You’ve ever felt like you’re "not enough"-no matter how much you achieve.
• You’re tired of surface-level "self-care" advice and crave soul-deep transformation.
• You’re a Christian woman who struggles to reconcile faith with self-worth.
• You’ve battled shame, people-pleasing, or feeling unworthy of love.
• You’re curious about sound healing, energy work, or holistic faith but worry it’s "too woo-woo."
• You’re over 40 (or any age!) and need a courage boost to pivot into your purpose.
• You want to see yourself the way God sees you-but don’t know how to start.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

• Self-Love is Sacred – True self-love isn’t just bubble baths; it’s about honoring God’s creation (you!) and aligning your worth with His truth.
• Your Confidence Struggle is Normal (Even for Coaches!) – Dorothy admits she still battles self-doubt in some areas—proof that confidence is a journey, not a destination.
• The "Worthiness Wound" is Real – Many women overwork, people-please, or shrink themselves because they’re trying to prove their value. Healing starts when you receive God’s love unconditionally.
• Sound Healing is Science + Spirit – Vibration therapy isn’t "woo-woo"—it’s a tool God gave us (like music or prayer) to release trauma and restore energy.
• You’re Never Too Old to Pivot – Dorothy left corporate at 40 to pursue purpose. Your dreams don’t expire!
• "When I Show Up, God Shows Up" – Your presence matters. You’re made of stardust—designed to reflect God’s light in your unique way.
• Break the BS Belief Systems – Negative self-talk? That’s criticizing God’s masterpiece. Replace lies with Scripture: You are chosen, loved, and enough.
• Alignment = Freedom – Peace comes when your mind (thoughts), body (health), and spirit (faith) sync with God’s Word.

00:43 Intro-A Radically Different Perspective on Self-Love
01:26 Introducing Dorothy Inez: Confidence Coach and Sound Healer
04:19 Dorothy Inez's Journey from Corporate to Purpose
06:01 The Science of Confidence and Healing
15:13 The Power of Self-Love and Spirituality
20:39 Overcoming Unworthiness and Embracing Your Worth
25:44 The Continuous Journey of Self-Discovery
29:28 The True Meaning of Self-Love
33:24 The Importance of Self-Love and Energy
35:07 Mindset and Self-Talk
39:39 Spiritual Revelations and Oneness
43:11 Embracing Your Calling and Purpose
57:00 Sound and Vibration Therapy
01:01:59 Conclusion and How to connect with Dorothy-Inez

More on Dorothy-Inez Deltufo, aka the "Queen of Shine,"

Dorothy-Inez is a Three-time International Best-Selling Author, Inspirational Speaker, Certified Holistic Confidence Coach  & the Founder of The Shine

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Ashley's best friend since seventh grade, shares her powerful testimony of overcoming pain and adversity through unwavering faith in Jesus. 

Stephanie narrates her journey from the depths of personal turmoil, including her unexpected divorce, to a spiritual transformation marked by profound epiphanies and genuine change. 

The episode delves into themes of forgiveness, humility, anxiety struggles, and the importance of embracing Jesus for true joy and freedom. Through candid conversations, Ashley and Stephanie inspire listeners to surrender control, trust God's plan, and find strength in faith. Stephanie’s courage to process her trauma and her exciting anticipation for the future resonate deeply, offering hope and encouragement to all. 

This episode is for anyone walking through the wreckage of betrayal, divorce, or life’s unexpected storms—especially those who’ve felt faith falter but long for a comeback. It’s for the weary, the seekers, and the ones ready to trade survival mode for thrival mode with God.

Key Takeaways:

1. From Broken to Bold: Stephanie’s divorce became her divine reset—proof that rock bottom can be the foundation for a faith that won’t quit.
2. Salvation ≠ Perfection: Real transformation isn’t about being flawless; it’s fighting your battles with Scripture in one hand and grit in the other.
3. Surrender Wins: Financial fears, triggers, and shame lost their grip when she traded control for God’s promises.
4. Healing is Holy Work: Naming pain (not numbing it) and praying for enemies became her unexpected path to freedom.
5. Purpose Over Plans: Her story screams: Your mess isn’t the end—it’s material for a miracle.

If God could rewrite Stephanie’s story, He’s writing yours too.

00:37 Introducing Stephanie's Testimony

01:35 Stephanie's Journey Through Pain

03:09 Finding Faith and Overcoming Challenges

06:12 Stephanie's Transformation and Baptism

09:29 Living Authentically and Embracing Faith

16:31 The Power of Surrender and Trust in God

27:56 Daily Practices and Spiritual Growth

39:48 The Power of Surrender

41:05 God's Unending Forgiveness

41:57 Struggles and Testimonies

45:37 Anxiety and Faith

59:43 Healing Through Faith

01:08:49 Purpose and Passion in Faith

01:14:27 Closing Thoughts and Prayer

Connect with Stephanie on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.mccullough.79

Special Announcement:  SAVE THE DATE 💄 *FREE* Faith & Makeup Workshop
Title: Designed to Glow
Date: April 29

What’s Included:
Faith-based luxe skincare routine (why clean beauty matters) & 10-minute "mom glow" makeup demo.

If you have lost your identity in motherhood, are clueless about makeup or skincare or sick of wasting time and money on the wrong products, you don't want to miss this! REGISTER NOW 

How to Join: email the word GLOW to [email protected] or DM "GLOW" to https://www.facebook.com/ash.walker.338/ or IG (ashleyiduda)

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In this raw and relatable Solo episode, Ashley (a makeup artist-turned-mom of two) shares her journey of losing and rediscovering her identity beyond motherhood. Through personal stories and Scripture, she reminds Christian moms that they are chosen, worthy, and purposed—long before they ever held their babies. Plus, a special announcement about her free workshop to help moms combat shame with God’s truth and practical beauty tips!


✨ Key Takeaways:


1️⃣ "You Were Named Before You Were ‘Mom’"

Ashley’s vulnerable story of feeling invisible at a networking event when asked, "Who are you?"
Scriptures to anchor your identity (Isaiah 43:1, Ephesians 2:10, John 15:16).
2️⃣ The Cost of Losing Yourself

How trading her makeup career for motherhood led to a decade of suppressed passions and shame.
"I couldn’t even list my hobbies—I’d fully disappeared."
3️⃣ God’s Truth vs. Mom Guilt

Why "just a mom" is a lie from the enemy.
How Ashley’s encounter with Jesus (being told "You are chosen") rewrote her story.
4️⃣ Beauty as a Bridge Back to Yourself

"Skincare became my worship—a way to honor God’s masterpiece."
Ashley’s challenge: "Do ONE thing this week that reminds you of the ‘old you’ (even if its swatching lipsticks!)."
5️⃣ Special Announcement: Free Workshop: Designed to Glow — Biblical Confidence & Quick Beauty Hacks (April 29)

💄 Featured *FREE* Workshop Details:


Title: Designed to Glow 

Date: April 29
What’s Included:

Biblical teaching on self-worth.
Ashley’s luxe skincare routine (why clean beauty matters).
10-minute "mom glow" makeup demo.
How to Join: email Ashley with the word GLOW to [email protected] or DM "GLOW" to facebook or IG

📖 Scripture References on being Chosen:


Ephesians 2:10 (You are God’s masterpiece).
Jeremiah 1:5 (Chosen before birth).
1 Peter 2:9 (Royal priesthood-part of a holy nation with a shared purpose).

🛠️ Practical Tools:


Journal Prompt: "What lit me up before kids? How can I reclaim a piece of that now?"
5-Minute Soul Care: Make a daily skincare routine a non-negotiable and speak scripture over yourself while you're at it! 

🎧 Listen For:


00:10:00 – Ashley’s "stage-five clinger" baby season and identity crisis.
00:22:00 – How Jesus met her in darkness and called her "chosen."
00:29:00 – Workshop invite! Combat shame with truth + beauty.

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Episode Summary:
In this raw and relatable episode, Ashley (a makeup artist-turned-mom of two) shares her journey of losing and rediscovering her identity beyond motherhood. Through personal stories and Scripture, she reminds Christian moms that they are chosen, worthy, and purposed—long before they ever held their babies. Plus, a special announcement about her free workshop to help moms combat shame with God’s truth and practical beauty tips!

✨ Key Takeaways:

1️⃣ "You Were Named Before You Were ‘Mom’"

• Ashley’s vulnerable story of feeling invisible at a networking event when asked, "Who are you?"
• Scriptures to anchor your identity (Isaiah 43:1, Ephesians 2:10, John 15:16).

2️⃣ The Cost of Losing Yourself

• How trading her makeup career for motherhood led to a decade of suppressed passions and shame.
• "I couldn’t even list my hobbies—I’d fully disappeared."

3️⃣ God’s Truth vs. Mom Guilt

• Why "just a mom" is a lie from the enemy.
• How Ashley’s encounter with Jesus (being told "You are chosen") rewrote her story.

4️⃣ Beauty as a Bridge Back to Yourself

• "Skincare became my worship—a way to honor God’s masterpiece."
• Ashley’s challenge: "Do ONE thing this week that reminds you of the ‘old you’ (even if its swatching lipsticks!)."

5️⃣ Special Announcement: Free Workshop: Designed to Glow — Biblical Confidence & Quick Beauty Hacks (April 29)

💄 Featured *FREE* Workshop Details:

Title: Designed to Glow 

Date: April 29
What’s Included:

• Biblical teaching on self-worth.
• Ashley’s luxe skincare routine (why clean beauty matters).
• 10-minute "mom glow" makeup demo.

How to Join: email Ashley with the word GLOW to [email protected] or DM "GLOW" to facebook or IG

📖 Scripture References on being Chosen:

• Ephesians 2:10 (You are God’s masterpiece).
• Jeremiah 1:5 (Chosen before birth).
• 1 Peter 2:9 (Royal priesthood-part of a holy nation with a shared purpose).

🛠️ Practical Tools:

• Journal Prompt: "What lit me up before kids? How can I reclaim a piece of that now?"
• 5-Minute Soul Care: Make a daily skincare routine a non-negotiable and speak scripture over yourself while you're at it! 

🎧 Listen For:

• 00:10:00 – Ashley’s "stage-five clinger" baby season and identity crisis.
• 00:22:00 – How Jesus met her in darkness and called her "chosen."
• 00:29:00 – Workshop invite! Combat shame with truth + beauty.

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