Key Points & Memorable Quotes
“You really do have to take stock in the relationships you’ve built, but also why you’ve built them.” - Wendy @ 2:32
“Everything you go through is not everybody’s business.” - Wendy @ 6:12
“How else are they going to respect and trust you in other situations, if you don’t follow through?” - Ashley @ 10:59
“Whatever thing they’ve gotten tangled up in, that is not who they are, it’s just something they did.” - Wendy @ 11:37
“It’s how I connect in the moments that are great so that I build that capital for them to trust me when the chips are down.” - Wendy @ 19:40
“The effect and the connection I’m having on these kids is really what freaking matters.” - Ashley @ 29:14
“When you fight, you’re gonna be able to find success more than the other people that don’t know how to fight.” - Ashley @ 41:13
“You have to know when to strive for that perfection, but be okay when you don’t attain it.” - Ashley @ 47:06
Guest Bio
Ashley currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer, a Producer, and Coach at Be Better Life and Be Better Media. She is a Southern California native and is the oldest of five siblings. Ashley is a natural leader who leads by creating a safe environment through communication, honesty, compassion, and inclusion. She played NCAA Division II indoor volleyball at Cal State Dominguez Hills where she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Studies, including a concentration in Mathematics. Later, she obtained a Master’s Degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University Irvine. Ashley loves the sport of volleyball, but her passion lies in teaching and coaching the life lessons that are gleaned through sport’s participation.
Show Notes
0:00 - Welcome to What I Meant to Say
0:09 - Let’s Recap Falyn’s Interview
2:11 - Wendy’s Parenting Journey
6:33 - Ashley’s Shame Based Story
11:16 - Balancing Discipline & Acceptance in Parenting
17:40 - Managing Different Child Personalities As a Parent
19:59 - Tools for Managing Kid’s Personalities
25:38 - Lean into Your Strengths
41:21 - Understanding the When & Why Behind the Fight
45:41 - A Discussion on Perfectionism
51:07 - Social Media, Mental Health, & Relationships
1:08:32 - Becoming A Lifelong Learner
1:12:20 - Thank You & Closing
Links & Where to Find Ashley
Ashley - @ashley.a.clark.10 & @coachashleyc
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-clark-143543255/
Twitter/X - @AshleyAnneC10
Tiktok - @ashleyannec10
