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In this episode of the Ashley Mathewson podcast, Ashley dives deep into the unfiltered realities of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship. She challenges the polished image often portrayed by influencers, sharing her own tumultuous journey since starting her business in 2013 up to her present-day challenges. Ashley reflects on the difficult experiences of pregnancy, the traumatic birth of her first child in 2019, the emotional turmoil after losing her second baby in 2021, and raising her third child in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. She discusses the complexity of not having a maternity leave, juggling work responsibilities, dealing with staff issues, and the emotional and mental strain of trying to maintain both a business and a family. Despite facing numerous setbacks, she emphasizes the importance of boundaries, the support of her husband and community, and her commitment to both her family and her entrepreneurial endeavors.

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In this episode of the Ashley Mathewson podcast, Ashley shares her life and business journey, from her unfulfilled dream of becoming a lawyer to her pursuing a career in law enforcement and eventual pivot into the fitness industry. Ashley recounts how she entered the business world by opening a gym with partners, dealing with numerous betrayals and financial hardships along the way. She emphasizes the difficult realities of being an entrepreneur, including working multiple jobs, handling business failures, and enduring personal sacrifices. Despite the setbacks, Ashley ultimately found success by persistently learning and adapting. The episode ends with Ashley reflecting on the importance of resilience and offering support to others in their entrepreneurial journeys.

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In the premiere episode of the Ashley Mathewson Podcast, she introduces her new podcast, focusing on authentic, unpolished discussions about various life experiences. Ashley, a mom, wife, and business owner, describes her intention to cover a wide range of topics including childhood trauma, motherhood, marriage, grief, and business challenges. She emphasizes that this podcast will offer tools and advice, but aims to share her stories and lessons learned to help others feel understood and less alone. The episode serves as a mission statement for the series, promising raw and relatable content each week.