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The Ashley O Show303. For when you are questioning everything...Just Keep Going.A quick pep talk for when you are questioning everything. I feel like I have at least a day or two every single month where I question every decision I've ever made, and this is the pep talk I wish I had to lift me out of it. Use this whenever you need it, and send it to a nurse who could use some love too. ❤️New podcast Healing Healthcare should be dropping on Spotify this week, and Apple podcasts soon after! I will announce it as soon as it's live! ----------------- Have you...2024-07-0117 minThe Ashley O Show302. How to ditch COMPARISON and a podcast update!This past week, I got on a call with one of my one-on-one clients and spent almost an hour digging into comparison, the scale, body image, and what really mattered to her in the long run. Our conversation really got my thinking about the impact of comparison on our careers, health journeys, and mental health overall. As nurses (and women), it is so easy to get caught up in how we measure up to those around us and what other people might think. Let's dig in with a quick little pep talk all about COMPARISON!Our new...2024-06-2419 minThe Ashley O Show301. Getting fired up while digging into Nurses' comment sectionsI have been known to go on a nice little doom scroll from time to time, and I often find myself deep into the comment sections on posts made by nurses, infuriated by the audacity of others. 🤣 I just get so fired up, and I can be pretty defensive when it comes to my fellow nurses. Today I am digging into a few headlines and comment sections in the nursing world, just to spark some meaningful conversations. Here's a preview of what we are looking at today: "Police arrest former Medford nurse accused of diverting dru...2024-06-1731 minThe Ashley O Show300. Secrets to the perfect post-shift routineThe hours after a long shifts are some of the most important when it comes to our sanity as nurses. And yet, we often spend the moments after work binge eating, numbing out on the couch, doom scrolling, or just generally "rotting." And while relaxation is important, these choices usually leave us more drained than restored. On today's episode, let's talk about a few key things to include post-shift to ACTUALLY decompress. This one is short and sweet, but I also give you a quick update on our new podcast kicking off so soon! Don't worry, it...2024-06-1023 minThe Ashley O Show299. Nursing is not a competition, It's time you ran your own raceThis is the reminder we all need. Nursing culture often becomes about hierarchies, competition, or "who has it worse" and it's burning us out. Listen to this one when you need to remember your freaking worth as a nurse. Regardless of what kind of nurse you are. 👇👇👇👇👇👇👇Have you heard the news?!On Instagram, we are starting a fresh page @healthcoachfornurses-> Go FOLLOW & Check out the new websiteThe Ashley O Show community is a space where nurses and caregivers come together to understand that their identity extends beyond the humans that they care for. I...2024-06-0320 minThe Ashley O Show298. We are Officially Denver Residents!!Hi friends! I am EXHAUSTED. We have spent the last five days unpacking, building furniture, shopping, and just generally putting together an entire 2 bedroom apartment from scratch. Today I just wanted to say hi and give you a quick recap before I pass out on the couch for a minute. More to come! **DON'T FORGET - To celebrate Nurse's Week, get up to 3 months of 1:1 coaching for 50% off (over $600 value) if you sign up in May. Learn more HERE!👇👇👇👇👇👇👇Have you heard the news?!On Instagram, we are starting a fresh page @healthc...2024-05-2717 minThe Ashley O Show297. Reflecting on One Year Sober!Hey friends! Grab a tea or coffee and join me for a little chat/celebration for 365 days without alcohol, AND a new chapter for our podcast community! This is definitely a casual episode, so pop it on on your way to work or while your cooking dinner, and let's dig into it. I'd also love to take a second just to share my gratitude that you are here. It means the world to me to hang out with you each week, and I really hope you get something out of your time here too. **DON'T...2024-05-2041 minThe Ashley O Show296. Nurses Don't Need Diets to Feel Amazing with Dietitian Katy HarveyToday I am sharing an amazing conversation I had with registered dietitian Katy Harvey! Katy is a non-diet dietitian who teaches women how to ditch dieting and trust themselves with food by learning to listen to their bodies again. She's passionate about intuitive eating, weight neutrality and finding effective ways of taking care of our health without being on and off diets and "healthy eating" plans for the rest of our lives. We dig into all of this and more in our conversation today, and as an incredibly busy nurse with zero time for weighing, measuring, or...2024-05-1350 minThe Ashley O Show295. Just A Nurse with RN/Author Ashley ChancellorToday is a BIGGIE - because I am bringing on one of my favorite humans, RN and now AUTHOR Ashley Chancellor! Ashley and I first met when we started working together to help her heal through burnout, and a beautiful friendship formed. As part of her journey through burnout, recovery, and growth on the other side, her new book, Just A Nurse, was born. I was lucky enough to be a beta reader, and I couldn't put it down. Just A Nurse is the book I wish I had when I first became a nurse, because Ashley...2024-05-0846 minThe Ashley O Show294. Barbados Recap: You don't have to "earn" your restHAPPY NURSES WEEK! 🎉🎉🎉 Today I wanted to share a little bit about my week in Barbados and some of the juiciest takeaways from this epic experience. PLUS - I have a special deal for 1:1 coaching packages for the entire month of May in celebration of Nurse's week that I don't want you to miss out on! Apply here: https://forms.gle/VFJsbH2j2syjahXcA Stay tuned for Wednesday's episode with AUTHOR and Nurse Ashley Chancellor - along with a special giveaway!👇👇👇👇👇👇👇Have you heard the news?!On Instagram, we are starting a fresh page @heal...2024-05-0625 minThe Ashley O Show293. How to INSTANTLY feel like you've lost 10 lbsIt sounds simple, but the clothes we wear on our weight loss journey can make a huge difference. Too often, our tendency is to hide our body in baggy clothes, dark colors, and clothes that just don't fit "until we lose the weight." This sets us up for failure, and impedes any progress we might make. It's the classic "I'll be happy when..." idea, and it doesn't work. Dressing in clothing that fits your body, gives you shape, and aligns with your individual style can make an enormous impact. It's time we honor your incredible body, and...2024-04-2925 minThe Ashley O Show292. A New Chapter for the Business and Health Updates! [LIFE UPDATE]Today's episode is raw, real update on a brand new chapter for the business AND what the heck has been going on with my health! Think of this as a coffee chat with your bestie where you just play catch up on life and work. I'm sharing about two big changes in our community: 1. On Instagram, we are starting a fresh page @healthcoachfornurses -> Go FOLLOW2. This podcast will come to a close by June 😱 - BUT our new podcast will launch immediately afterwards (called The Healing Healthcare podcast)And I also share about conc...2024-04-2247 minThe Ashley O Show283. Where the heck do you START when you're trying to get healthy as a nurse? (And should nursing students regret their choice?)Monday's are for YOUR questions! I was recently answering a really good question in my DMs and thought to myself: "why don't I answer this on the podcast?" It was then that I realized that I get SO many excellent questions from you all in my DMs, on my stories, and from my clients directly - and we are going to start answering them LIVE here on the podcast, so we can all share the knowledge!- Ask YOUR question RIGHT HERE for me answer LIVE on the show!Today's questions:Megan - "I...2024-03-1128 minThe Ashley O Show281. How do you know when nursing isn't right for you? And how to get enough protein without guzzling protein shakesMonday's are for YOUR questions! I was recently answering a really good question in my DMs and thought to myself: "why don't I answer this on the podcast?" It was then that I realized that I get SO many excellent questions from you all in my DMs, on my stories, and from my clients directly - and we are going to start answering them LIVE here on the podcast, so we can all share the knowledge!- Ask YOUR question RIGHT HERE for me answer LIVE on the show! 2024-03-0430 minThe Ashley O Show270. The Most Empowering Episode for Every Nurse Questioning Their CareerHey nurse, be HONEST, is the nursing profession slowly killing you? That may sound dramatic, but I have been connecting with SO many nurses who are feeling watered-down, empty, and like a shell of their former selves. And this is all-encompassing - spiritually, emotionally, mentally, physically. So let's have a real, raw conversation about the current state of nursing, and the changes needed to move forward, because changing the culture starts with YOU and me. Get the Sustainable Weight Loss and Nutrition Workshop replay by joining the list for Nurse Coffee Chats, and mark your...2024-01-1524 minThe Ashley O Show266. A Permission Slip for PEACE this Holiday SeasonAhh, the holiday season...on the commercials, we see perfect matching little families, big smiles, relaxation, and JOY, but in our realities, we often see pressure, obligation, high expectations, and STRESS. What if we could shift our perspectives, outlook, and circumstance towards more peace this season? It starts with you giving yourself a whole lot more grace, and leaning into the SLOW DOWN that we actually crave in this time of year. I promise, it's okay. If anyway gives you crap, tell them that I wrote your permission slip. "Ashley said I could say no more and...2023-12-1827 minThe Ashley O Show265. Personality Changes and Higher PaychecksIn another edition of our new Nursing stories and skills structure, we are chatting about the time my patient had a complete change in personality (and what it meant), AND how you can start getting paid more NOW. Let today's episode act as your reminder to trust your gut, think critically, and demand your worth. Our first FREE nurse coffee chat is happening this FRIDAY December 15th at 1pm EST, and I want you to be there! This is a space where nurses and healthcare workers can connect, share stories, offer/receive support, and build friendship. 2023-12-1132 minThe Ashley O Show264. Hair Care and Healthcare Associated InfectionsAs we enter into a new season here on the podcast, I want to play with a new structure that reconnects back to the nursing experience, and tactical advice you can use in your practice right away. Today, we are diving into two very different, but in some ways related topics: hair care for your patients, and the prevention of HAIs. Buckle in because this is a fun one! I am so excited to start offering Nurse Coffee Chats - a completely FREE space where nurses and healthcare workers can connect, share stories, offer/receive support, and b...2023-12-0430 minThe Ashley O Show236. Burnout is an EPIDEMIC - and we aren't doing enough about itToday kicks off the BURNOUT SERIES! Over the next week, we will be diving deep into the layers of burnout and its impact...expect zero surface level BS. Today I am shouting from the rooftops, in classic Ashley-rant fashion, demanding that we take action to get to the root cause. We don't need anymore affirmation/journaling/bubble bath bandaids, we need real, simple, tangible solutions. You with me?Also, our hybrid program The Burnout Club is kicking off this month, and now is your chance to get on the waitlist HERE - that way you'll be the...2023-10-0916 minThe Ashley O Show195. Unleashing Your Confidence: The Power of This ONE Game-Changing FactorR-E-S-P-E-C-T. Aretha Franklin said it best. Growing up, we all quickly learned the importance of respecting our elders, peers, family, or friends, but somehow missed the memo on respecting ourselves. This one just hit me like a ton of bricks on my latest walk, and I knew I had to shuffle the podcast schedule around and share this pep talk with you. Maybe you'll need this reminder as much I did! Join me at The EmpowerHER Live conference in Denver, Colorado September 22-24th! Snag your ticket for $50 OFF using code "ASHLEY" and tell me you snagged...2023-06-0517 minThe Ashley O Show194. Living a LUSH Life, but SOBERGuess what? You can live a decadent, high-vibe life, without alcohol. I know it might sound wild, but I am living it in real-time. I just recently made this choice for myself, and I want to peel back the curtain on this season, why I made this decision, and what it has looked like so far. I also want to strip away the stigma that exists around choosing not to drink and what that says about YOU as an individual. I also just want to bring you along for the ride in case you are looking for your own...2023-05-3131 minThe Ashley O Show193. The BEST Way to Recover from Your Holiday WeekendFirst things first, it's Memorial Day, and it's incredibly important that we take a moment to remember and honor all those who lost their lives while serving our nation. We will never take those sacrifices lightly. Memorial Day has become associated with the start of Summer in many places, and as such, it's extremely common for this long weekend to be filled with cookouts, parties, drinks, and our favorite foods. As such, many of us leave the weekend feeling like we have fallen off the wagon, ruined our diets, and need a "reset." Cue the classic "I'll...2023-05-2915 minThe Ashley O Show192. Taking Care of Yourself While Taking Care of OthersWhat is your number one priority in life? Think about it. If you said anything other than "my health," I want you to listen to this quick episode. If you don't have your life and your health, you don't have anything left to give to the people and things you care about. This is your permission slip: Put Yourself First. Join me at The EmpowerHER Live conference in Denver, Colorado September 22-24th! Snag your ticket for $50 OFF using code "ASHLEY" and tell me you snagged your ticket so that I can hug you in person!2023-05-2414 minThe Ashley O Show191. Unlocking Growth: Valuable Lessons from my 30th YearIt's my BIRTHDAY! 🥳 I'm incredibly grateful for another year of life, and today on the podcast, I wanted to reflect with you all in real-time on what has changed in one huge year. I could not have predicted the distance between where we are now and where we started one year ago, and YOU are a giant part of that! ❤️Join me at The EmpowerHER Live conference in Denver, Colorado September 22-24th! Snag your ticket for $50 OFF using code "ASHLEY" and tell me you snagged your ticket so that I can hug you in person! http...2023-05-2228 minThe Ashley O Show94. [WW] The basics of meal preppingLet's demystify meal prepping! I think so often when we think of meal prepping, we picture "bros" surviving solely off of chicken, broccoli, and brown rice. OR we picture hours on end in the kitchen preparing complicated meals that require expensive storage containers. But in reality, the practice of meal prepping can be SO MUCH simpler (and more enjoyable) than this! Let's break it down and chat about some tips that will get you started on saving yourself valuable TIME and keep you ON TRACK with your nutrition goals!Follow along and join the Nursing Co-op community o...2022-06-0122 minThe Ashley O Show93. Feel consumed by your nursing job?! REMINDER: Your life is bigger than this professionConsider this your pep talk, reminding you that you are not "just" a nurse. You are a mother, daughter, sister, husband, brother, painter, baker, skater, runner, book nerd, movie buff...you are HUMAN. This profession is not your identity. We talk about this often, but let's talk about what you can do to take ACTION to prioritize yourself, highlight your humanity, and celebrate the pieces of yourself that are OUTSIDE of the hospital. Follow along and join the Nursing Co-op community on Instagram @ashley_nursingcoop and on Facebook in The Nursing Co-op Huddle! We would love to s...2022-05-3015 minThe Ashley O Show92. [WW] Upgrading your SLEEP quality!Follow along and join the Nursing Co-op community on Instagram @ashley_nursingcoop and on Facebook in The Nursing Co-op Huddle! We would love to see you there! As always, message me with any feedback, comments, or questions on Instagram, or shoot me an email at thenursingcoop@gmail.com. Happy Nursing!2022-05-2516 minThe Ashley O Show91. What if you are EXACTLY where you need to be right now?I am turning 30! And with that transition comes a TON of reflection and asking BIG questions. Am I behind? Am I stuck? Am I ever going to get "there?" Today we chat about the questions that I have been asking myself in order to reframe my perspective: What if I am exactly where I need to be right now? What can this season teach me? What lessons does future-me need to learn now that will set me up for success in the future? I thought these ideas might resonate for you as well. Maybe you too are i...2022-05-2320 minThe Ashley O Show90. [WW] 2 Ways to increase your daily calorie burn WITHOUT spending hours in the gymAre you currently trying to improve your health and gain more energy, but assume that you need hours of cardio to achieve it? If so, this one is for you! We chat about two SIMPLE ways that you can hit your goals. SPOILER: no HIIT training or endless cardio involved. Follow along and join the Nursing Co-op community on Instagram @ashley_nursingcoop and on Facebook in The Nursing Co-op Huddle! We would love to see you there! As always, message me with any feedback, comments, or questions on Instagram, or shoot me an email at thenursingcoop@gmail.c...2022-05-1814 minThe Ashley O Show89. Navigating end-of-life conversations with familyAs nurses, sometimes we have to say the things that no one wants to hear. Discussions regarding end-of-life, code status, or comfort care are NEVER easy or comfortable. Unfortunately, though, these are all too common topics we have to approach as nurses that we received little-to-no training for. On this episode, we chat about a few things to keep in mind when interacting with the families of patients transitioning to comfort care. Much of what we cover today is about LANGUAGE and COMMUNICATION used with family members. More specific skills and perspectives will be discussed in future episodes. 2022-05-1625 minThe Ashley O Show88. [WW] Three ways to RESET when your paralyzed by stressWelcome back to Wellness Wednesdays! Have you ever felt completely overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious to the point that you couldn't move forward? That level of paralysis can be hard to move past, and can take over entire days. As nurses, we often take on WAY TOO MUCH at work and at home, which can build up over time until we can no longer function through the stress. This week we chat about 3 tangible methods that you can use this week to reset your nervous system, and mobilize your energy so that you can move through an anxious s...2022-05-1120 minThe Ashley O Show87. Nurses need to stop glorifying self-harm and start prioritizing self-careSo often in healthcare, we celebrate the nurses who always pick up extra shifts, take on more responsibilities, care for more patients, stay late, and never ask for time off. We as nurses brag about how long it has been since we went pee, ate food, or drank water. We joke about how we are running on a few hours of sleep and are fueled by lethal levels of caffeine. "Nurses don't get breaks." "Nurses don't eat lunch." "Nurses don't cry." "Nurses never say no."What are we doing?!We could go on forever speaking...2022-05-0918 minThe Ashley O Show86. [WW] My Health Journey: Dieting, disordered eating, and the slow journey to self-esteemIntroducing Wellness Wednesdays! In addition to our Monday episodes, every Wednesday we will be talking about some aspect of mental, emotional, and physical health, especially for us nurses. We are notorious for sacrificing ourselves and our health for others, so I am hoping these conversations can shift our perspective and bring the focus back to self-care.On our first episode, I discuss my own health journey and the current state of my health (SPOILER: I am still working on my shit). This was a challenging episode to record, and honestly felt pretty uncomfortable, but I want you...2022-05-0456 minThe Ashley O Show85. Navigating nurse retention contracts and bonusesThis week we chat all thing nurse retention contracts, including how best to understand them, questions to ask your manager, and options to protect yourself if you ever choose to break your contract! These contracts are being offered around the country in an attempt to retain staff in a world where there has been a mass exodus of healthcare workers. But we really should understand these contracts well before jumping in. So lets chat about it!Also...Happy Mental Health Awareness month!! I hope that you are putting some much needed time aside to focus on your...2022-05-0224 minThe Ashley O Show84. Protecting your MENTAL HEALTH while understaffed and overworkedHave you ever felt completely undervalued and overworked in your nursing career? Yeah, me too. We all are facing difficult situations in nursing, especially in our current predicament. Every unit is hurting for more nurses, with no shortage of patients. And it is obvious that the bottom line, money, is on the forefront of every hospital administrator's mind. But you know what they aren't considering? YOUR mental health. That one is solely up to you. Today we chat about a few things that you can do to prioritize your own physical, emotional, and mental health during times o...2022-04-2530 min