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Ever feel completely drained at the end of a workday, even if you didn't do anything "physically exhausting"? 

In this episode of Stylist Soul Tribe Conversations, I sit down with Ashley Gillan, salon owner, health coach, and host of The Energized Hairdresser Podcast. Ashley opens up about her journey through Graves' disease, thyroid disease, and the chronic stress that forced her to completely rethink how she shows up in her business and her life.

We get real about:

• Why salon work is so uniquely exhausting (physically and emotionally)
• The wake-up call that changed everything
• How to set boundaries with clients without over-explaining
• Sane, non-perfectionist approaches to meal prep and daily systems

If you've ever felt guilty for needing rest, struggled to say no, or wondered why you're so tired even when you're "just doing hair," this one's for you.

Connect with Ashley Gillan

• Instagram: @TheEnergizedHairdresser
• Podcast: The Energized Hairdresser – available wherever you listen
• Website: https://www.energizedhairdresser.com/

Resources & Links Mentioned

• Laurel Denise Planner – Ashley's favorite for visual planning
• Notion – for organizing ideas across devices
• Cook Once, Eat All Week by Cassy Joy Garcia – meal prep book mentioned in the episode

This summer I'm hosting the Summer Specialization Series: three live virtual panels on the specialties that are really taking off in the industry right now.

June 29 — Hair Loss, Extensions, and Enhancements
 July 27 — Curly Hair
 August 31 — Scalp Health and Head Spas

Grab your spot here: https://stylistsoultribe.mykajabi.com/2026-summer-series

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