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Have you ever walked away from a conversation thinking, “I wish I had said how I really felt”? Today’s challenge is all about changing that.

Welcome to Day 18 of the April Challenge – where we speak the truth we’ve been holding in for far too long. Whether it’s in a text, a conversation, or simply in your journal, today is your invitation to take your power back and speak from the heart.

✨ In this video, we’ll reflect on why we hold back, how it impacts our mental health and self-worth, and the small ways we can begin to speak more honestly and unapologetically. Stick around for the daily affirmation and a powerful journal prompt to help you release what’s been weighing you down.

Today’s challenge is pure joy—because Day 17 of the April Challenge is all about indulging in nostalgia comfort.

From dancing along with Patrick Swayze in Dirty Dancing to flipping through my favorite Babysitters Club books, I’m diving headfirst into memories that still make my heart happy.

✨ Why nostalgia matters: It’s not just feel-good—it’s healing. This video is your permission to revisit what lit you up as a kid and bring a little of that magic into your adult life.

🎧 Includes:

• A cozy storytime-style reflection

In this episode of Spilling the Tea, Ashley discusses the upcoming series Étoile by the Palladino duo, known for their work on The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Gilmore Girls. The conversation explores the themes of passion, authenticity, and embracing imperfection, drawing lessons from the characters created by the Palladinos. Ashley emphasizes the importance of pursuing one's dreams, being true to oneself, and finding strength in vulnerability as key takeaways from the Palladino's storytelling.

🔥 Day 15 of the “Unapologetically Me” April Challenge is here! And today, we’re doing the thing we always talk ourselves out of... → We’re stepping outside of our comfort zone. No overthinking allowed.

Whether it’s speaking up, trying something new, or facing a fear—you’ve got this. This is your gentle but powerful reminder that the magic happens outside the cozy walls of comfort.

💭 In this video, I share why I chose this challenge (and how I pushed myself to show up vulnerably for YOU today).

Plus, I’ll walk you through:

✨ A reflective journal prompt

✨ A grounding affirmation

✨ And a little inspiration to take that leap

🎯 Try This: Choose one small thing that challenges you today—then DO IT. No second guessing. Just you, showing up. Then tell us in the comments how it went. We’re cheering you on!

📓 Journal Prompt: What did you do outside of your comfort zone today? What emotions came up?

🌈 Affirmation of the Day: “I am brave enough to stretch, to stumble, to step into growth—even when it’s messy.”

Today, we’re breaking free from the hustle culture narrative and embracing something radical: REST. 💆‍♀️

If you’ve been feeling burned out, stretched thin, or just emotionally tired, this is your sign to stop and breathe. In this video, I’m reminding you—and myself—that rest is not a luxury or a reward. It’s a necessity. And most importantly, you don’t have to apologize for it.

✨ Today’s Affirmation: “I am allowed to rest. I release guilt and embrace the stillness I need to thrive.”

📝 Journal Prompt: When was the last time I truly allowed myself to rest without guilt? What gets in the way of giving myself that permission—and how can I begin to change that narrative?

💬 Let me know in the comments: What’s one thing you’re going to do today to slow down and recharge?

Today’s challenge is all about finding your voice—and using it. In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing the moment I stood up for myself after years of emotional pain from my father, who was absent throughout my childhood. After a public callout during one of the hardest seasons of my life, I chose to cut ties—for my mental health, for my healing, and for my peace.

🌿 Whether your story is similar or entirely different, this video is your reminder: You are allowed to choose you.

✨ Today’s challenge is all about pausing and tuning into the now. Whether it’s sipping a cozy cup of tea, breathing in your favorite scent, or losing yourself in music—you’re invited to experience the moment, fully.

🌿 Day 12 of the Unapologetically Me April Challenge reminds us that presence is power. It's in the little things—the warm mug, the playlist you love, the breeze through an open window. And you deserve every bit of it.

Day 11 of the Unapologetically Me April Challenge is here!

Today, we’re taking back our time and energy by learning the power of saying NO to what drains us and YES to what lifts us up! 💡

💬 In this video, you’ll learn:

✅ Why saying ‘no’ isn’t selfish—it’s self-care.

✅ How every ‘no’ creates space for a more aligned ‘yes.’

✅ A simple but powerful challenge to help you shift your priorities.

✅ A personal story on how this practice changed my mindset.

✨ AFFIRMATION: "Every NO I say is a YES to my well-being. I have the power to choose what serves me."

📝 JOURNAL PROMPT: "What is one thing I need to say NO to? How will saying YES to something better shift my energy?"

💡 Now it’s YOUR turn! Comment below: What’s one thing you’re saying NO to today? And what are you replacing it with? Let’s hold each other accountable!

🔥 Day 10 of the Unapologetically Me April Challenge is here, and it’s time to turn your mirror into your personal hype squad! 🔥

💡 When was the last time you looked in the mirror and spoke KINDLY to yourself—out loud? If that feels awkward or weird, you're not alone. But today, we're flipping the script on self-criticism and embracing self-love in the most powerful way possible!

✨ The Challenge: Stand in front of a mirror, look yourself in the eyes, and give yourself at least three compliments—loud and proud. No hesitation, no self-doubt. Just full-on self-love!

📌 In this video, you’ll discover: ✅ The surprising impact of self-affirmation on your mindset ✅ How talking to yourself with kindness can literally boost confidence ✅ A step-by-step breakdown of the mirror challenge ✅ A personal story about how this practice transformed my self-perception

💬 CHALLENGE CHECK-IN: Drop a comment below—what’s ONE compliment you’re giving yourself today? Let’s make self-love LOUD!

✨ AFFIRMATION: "I speak to myself with love, and I believe in my own worth." 📝 JOURNAL PROMPT: "How do I feel when I compliment myself? What’s one compliment I struggle to believe, and how can I work on accepting it?"