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Whether needing an audio workout buddy, a friend in your ear over coffee, or a virtual sister to throw back a glass of wine with, Ashlyn's got your back.

Authentically Ashlyn is not your typical female-led personal development podcast. The audio provided here may make you cringe, make you laugh, teach you something special or offend you ever-so-slightly.

This may not be the self-help podcast you share with your religious bestie who preaches all things holy, your uptight Grandmother, or your sweet (or not so sweet) mother-in-law: there are plenty of personal development podcasts on the market for that.

This is, however, a podcast that sparks conversation amongst friends beyond the monotony talks of marriage and children. This is a podcast that pairs well with an Aperol Spritz… or a 9 PM bedtime. This is a podcast that flames your once-forgotten fire to inspire you to grow, level up, and laugh along the way to becoming your best self.

If you’re looking for personal growth with a little punch: this is the show for you.
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Ashlyn is sitting down with legendary explorer and world-record expedition leader Martyn Williams for a conversation that will seriously expand the way you think about fear, resilience, and what human beings are truly capable of. Martyn is the first person in history to lead expeditions to the three great extremes of the planet — Everest, the North Pole, and the South Pole. He also helped cross Antarctica under human power, founded the first airline operating on the continent, and has spent decades leading record-breaking expeditions across some of the most unforgiving places on Earth. But this episode isn’t just about ice, mountains, and survival. Ashlyn and Martyn dive into the mindset behind facing the unknown. They talk about how to move through fear instead of letting it stop you, how adversity can become your greatest teacher, and what it really means to unlock your ultimate human potential. From extreme exploration to enlightened living, Martyn shares the tools and philosophies that have allowed him to live a life driven by curiosity, courage, and creativity. MARTYN'S WEBSITE - https://martynwilliams.ca/ -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Merriman is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Coached By Ashlyn works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Coached By Ashlyn transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Ashlyn's Website - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Your favorite duo is back and the tea is piping hot. In this latest Keeping Up with the Kar-Daij-Ash-ians episode, Ashlyn and Daija are catching you up on everything that’s gone down over the winter — and nothing is off limits. From honest conversations about sex, career moves, and navigating the chaos of trying to do it all… the girls are laying it all out. Expect plenty of laughs, a few spicy confessions, and the kind of brutally honest bestie energy that makes you feel like you’re sitting right there at the table with them. It’s messy, it’s real, it’s a little bit unhinged and exactly the way the Kar-Daij-Ash-ians like it. Grab a drink, settle in, and let’s keep up. -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Merriman is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Coached By Ashlyn works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Coached By Ashlyn transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Ashlyn's Website - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Ashlyn is turning up the heat this week as she welcomes Klaudia Krystyna — founder of Femotional Release™, author of 100 Ways: The Art of Feminine Detachment, and unapologetic voice for the Modern Feminine Woman. If you’ve been dragging emotional baggage from past relationships like it’s designer carry-on, this episode is your cue to put it down. Together, Ashlyn and Klaudia dive into what it actually takes to release stored trauma, cut energetic cords, and stop letting old relationships live rent-free in your nervous system. Klaudia shares her signature approach to helping women return to their bodies, reclaim their truth, and step fully into their feminine energy without the fluff or performative “soft girl” nonsense. They talk detachment (the healthy kind), emotional release, embodiment practices, and why healing isn’t always pretty but it is powerful. Press play and step back into your power. KLAUDIA'S IG - https://www.instagram.com/klaudiakrystyna/ -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Merriman is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Coached By Ashlyn works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Coached By Ashlyn transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Ashlyn's Website - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Ashlyn sits down with renowned therapist, relationship expert, and author of I Think I Want Out, Dr. Becky Whetstone, often called “America’s marriage crisis manager”, for a timely and deeply honest conversation about what really happens when relationships hit the breaking point. This episode dives straight into the messy middle that so many couples find themselves in but few people talk about openly. Dr. Becky breaks down the true stages of divorce, how to know when a relationship can be repaired versus when it’s time to call it, and why becoming a reasonable, emotionally grounded partner matters more than most people realize. Ashlyn and Dr. Becky also explore the realities of co-parenting, the modern dating landscape after separation, and what couples should consider before walking away for good. It’s compassionate, clear-eyed, and refreshingly free of fairy-tale fluff. If you’re navigating relationship uncertainty, or want the tools to build something stronger and more honest, this conversation will meet you exactly where you are. -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Merriman is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. DR. BECKY'S IG - https://www.instagram.com/doctorbecky/ WEBSITE - https://marriagecrisismanager.com CO-PARENTING PLANNER - https://tinyurl.com/3bk5fu24 -Our Business- Coached By Ashlyn works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Coached By Ashlyn transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Ashlyn's Website - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Episode 200 is here and Ashlyn is not holding back. In this milestone episode, she literally hands her phone over to Daija and lets her scroll through everything in her Notes app. No filter, no edits, no safe answers. Just uncut thoughts that have been shaping her life behind the scenes. What follows is a powerful deep dive into the harsh truths Ashlyn has written to herself about discipline, relationships, coaching, business, boundaries, and personal growth. Daija reads the notes out loud, asking the hard questions, unpacking the meaning behind them, and calling Ashlyn forward into her highest self in real time. This conversation is equal parts tough love, emotional reckoning, and fire under your ass. They talk about what it really takes to build meaningful relationships, how to stop self-sabotage, and how to align your daily habits with the life you actually want and not the one you keep accidentally settling for. If you’ve ever needed a wake-up call, a permission slip, or a reminder that you are capable of more than you think, this episode is for you. -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Merriman is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Let that sh*t go. Seriously. In this episode of Authentically Ashlyn, I sit down with decluttering queen and Go Simplified founder Megan Golightly to talk about why letting go of your stuff is way harder than it should be, and what it’s actually doing to your brain, your stress levels, and your life. Spoiler: clutter isn’t just messy… it’s cortisol. We unpack the psychology and neuroscience behind why women (especially those of us raised to “hang on to everything”) feel frozen when it’s time to declutter, and how your inner voice- the one saying “I might need that someday” is running the show. Megan shares how to: ✨Break the freeze of decision paralysis ✨Rewire your brain to choose yourself over your stuff ✨Start small (hello, bathroom drawer) instead of trying to overhaul your whole house ✨Let go without guilt, perfectionism, or emotional spirals ✨ Stop dragging clutter from season to season We talk about why decluttering is just like leaving a toxic relationship, why progress beats perfection every time, and how letting go of physical clutter teaches you how to let go in every other area of your life too. If you’ve ever said: “I’ll organize when I have more time.” “It was expensive, I can’t get rid of it.” “But what if I need it someday?… this episode is your sign. Because nothing you own is worth more than your peace. Press play if you’re ready to dump your clutter like a toxic ex and make space for calm, clarity, and the version of you who isn’t buried under stuff. Megan's IG - https://www.instagram.com/gosimplified/ -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- YABBA Facebook - www.facebook.com/p/YABBA-Young-At…100084799172862/ Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Ashlyn is bringing her coach energy straight into the boardroom. In this solo episode, she takes everything she knows about getting strong, disciplined, and snatched—and applies it to building a business that can actually go the distance. After riding the rollercoaster of epic highs and humbling lows in her own entrepreneurial journey, Ashlyn breaks down what it really takes to create a business that’s resilient, profitable, and sustainable. She walks you through the five components of physical fitness—and how they translate directly into your systems, mindset, finances, and long-term growth. From increasing flexibility in your business model to tightening up your money habits and building real financial security, this episode is part strategy session, part tough love, and part hype talk you didn’t know you needed. If your business feels tired, messy, or one bad month away from burnout, it’s time to train it properly. ULTIMATE SHRED PROGRAM - https://authenticallyashlyn.ca/shred -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- YABBA Facebook - www.facebook.com/p/YABBA-Young-At…100084799172862/ Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
This week, Ashlyn is joined by personal finance expert and Mixed Up Money founder Alyssa Davies for a refreshing, real-talk conversation about redefining your relationship with money. Together, they unpack how money can be a tool to support your life—not control it. Alyssa shares practical ways to build healthy financial habits that actually stick, especially if you’re neurodivergent or constantly battling what she calls the “ADHD tax.” They also dive into navigating finances during one of life’s toughest transitions: divorce or separation, offering clarity, compassion, and concrete advice for moving forward with confidence. If money has ever felt overwhelming, emotional, or tied to your self-worth, this episode will help you breathe easier—and rethink what financial freedom really looks like. ALYSSA'S IG - https://www.instagram.com/mixedupmoney/ ALYSSA'S HABIT TRACKER - https://tinyurl.com/27dsj2vt -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- YABBA Facebook - www.facebook.com/p/YABBA-Young-At…100084799172862/ Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Ashlyn welcomes local legend and cardiologist Dr. Sayeh Zielke to the podcast for a powerful, inspiring conversation about purpose, resilience, and what it truly means to live at your peak potential. Together, Ashlyn and Dr. Zielke go beyond medicine and dive into the mindset behind extraordinary impact. They explore how emotional, mental, and social health shape not only our longevity, but our leadership, relationships, and sense of fulfillment. Dr. Zielke introduces her powerful concept of embracing the “Jaguar mentality”—bold, focused, and fearless—while letting go of the passive “Seal mentality” that keeps people small, safe, and stuck. This episode is equal parts grounding and galvanizing. It’s about courage, advocacy, inner strength, and choosing to show up fully—for your community, your calling, and yourself. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to create real change, or how to step into your strongest, most intentional life, this conversation will stay with you long after the final minute. PEAK POTENTIAL TICKETS- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/peak-potential-lead-innovate-and-achieve-tickets-1975870061543 Dr. Ziellke's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drsayehzielke/ -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- YABBA Facebook - www.facebook.com/p/YABBA-Young-At…100084799172862/ Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Your favorite duo is back with another Keeping Up with the Kar-Daij-Ash-ians episode, and this one is pure chaos in the best way. The girls turn up the heat with a round of Hot Take or Hard Pass, giving their unfiltered opinions on the things everyone has thought, but hasn’t said out loud. Expect laughs, side-eye, and plenty of “wait… WHAT DID SHE SAY?” moments. The duo recaps their recent Mexico adventure, unhinged thoughts about 2026, how they navigated co-parenting Christmas. It’s real-life updates, bestie banter, and just the right amount of mess. Grab a drink and keep up: because the Kar-Daij-Ash-ians are in rare form. -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- YABBA Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/p/YABBA-Young-Athletes-Built-By-Amy-100084799172862/ Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
It’s time for a no-fluff, end-of-year debrief. In this solo episode, Ashlyn is looking back on 2025 with clear eyes and an honest heart—breaking down what actually worked, what completely sucked, and what she’s taking with her into the next chapter. She reflects on the wins that moved the needle, the missteps that taught hard lessons, and the moments that forced growth (whether she liked it or not). This isn’t a highlight reel—it’s a real recap of a year that stretched her, refined her, and reshaped her priorities. From mindset shifts to business decisions to personal boundaries, Ashlyn shares what she’s keeping, what she’s letting go of, and how she’s setting herself up for what’s next. If you’re craving permission to reflect honestly and move forward intentionally, this episode is your sign. Learn more about the Shred program here: authenticallyashlyn.ca/shred -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Ashlyn welcomes a very special guest to the podcast—her sister, Noel, a licensed counsellor in Canada—for an honest, grounded conversation about the emotional weight of the holidays. Together, they reflect on their shared history growing up and living together, how those early dynamics still show up today, and why family gatherings can bring up more than just nostalgia. They dive into common holiday triggers, the pressure of traditions, and how “doing it all” often leads straight to mom guilt and burnout. Noel brings her professional lens to the conversation, offering practical insight on setting and maintaining boundaries, while Ashlyn shares the real-life side of navigating expectations, roles, and relationships. This episode is about getting clear on your why, choosing what actually matters, and giving yourself permission to do the holidays differently—without guilt. Thoughtful, relatable, and deeply human, this one feels like a conversation you didn’t know you needed. Noel’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/counsellingwithnoel?igsh=cDZ3NWJuendtMXAy @counsellingwithnoel -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Roll out the red carpet, babes—it’s award season on the Authentically Ashlyn Podcast. Ashlyn and Daija are handing out their official 2025 “A” List Awards, celebrating the absolute favourites that carried them through the year… and dragging the flops that definitely did not. From beauty, wellness, and fitness must-haves to entertainment, experiences, trends, habits, and hot takes that shaped their 2025—and what’s making the cut for 2026—the girls are giving you their unfiltered reviews. Nothing is safe. Nothing is sugarcoated. And yes, they brought the sass. It’s the funniest, most chaotic awards show you’ll hear all year. Grab your popcorn—let’s crown the winners and cancel the flops. -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Your favorite duo is back for another dose of chaotic honesty, girl talk, and unfiltered life updates. In this Keeping Up with the Kar-Daij-Ashians episode, Ashlyn and Daija are catching you up on everything—relationships, motherhood moments, business highs (and lows), fitness flops, and all the pop culture they’re obsessing over right now. But this time, they’re adding a twist. The girls play a spicy round of This or That, revealing their deepest preferences, funniest hot takes, and some choices that might surprise you. Expect laughter, side tangents, confessions, and the kind of bestie banter that feels like you’re on the couch with them. It’s real, it’s ridiculous, and it’s the Kar-Daij-Ashians doing what they do best—keeping it authentic AF. Let’s keep up. Learn more about the Shred program here: authenticallyashlyn.ca/shred -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
If you’re exhausted from starting over every Monday, every month, or every time life gets messy, this episode is your tough-love intervention. Ashlyn is back with a fire-filled solo session, giving you the no-BS advice you need if you’re sick of quitting on yourself. She dives into the real difference between motivation and discipline (hint: motivation is lying to you), and how to finally fight the voice in your head that says, “no, bitch—not today.” Ashlyn breaks down what consistency actually looks like in real life, why success requires being flexible instead of perfect, and how to reroute without spiraling when things don’t go as planned. She also gets real about battling mom guilt, carving out time for yourself without apology, and choosing the version of you that’s waiting on the other side of commitment. This episode is your reminder that you don’t need a fresh start—you need a different strategy. Lace up, queen. It’s time to stop starting over and start showing up. SIGN UP FOR THE JANUARY SHRED WITH 20% OFF APPLIED HERE: https://www.trainerize.me/checkout/coachedbyashlyn/Coach.Ashlyn?planGUID=37790eb059aa42aa92640b076f4d46cd&mode=checkout&code=BLACKFRIYAY learn more about the Shred program here: https://authenticallyashlyn.ca/shred -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
She’s back! Clairvoyant Kim returns to the podcast for another spine-tingling, heart-opening episode—and this time, she’s taking us deeper. Kim pulls back the curtain on what it means to be clairvoyant, sharing how she connects with spirits, interprets messages from beyond, and helps people find closure, comfort, and clarity through her work. Then things get personal. Kim gives live readings to Ashlyn and Daija, revealing insights from loved ones who’ve passed on and insight into what might be on the horizon for them next. Today is emotional, magical, and a little jaw-dropping as Kim dishes all the dirt. If you’ve ever been curious about clairvoyance, spiritual connection, or the unseen energy that surrounds us, this episode is for you. -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Ashlyn sits down with brand strategist, author, and business coach Sara Chambers for a deeply honest conversation about body image, self-worth, and the stories we’ve all been handed about what our bodies should be. Together, they unpack the myths and conditioning of diet culture—the praise for shrinking, the shame for expanding, and the exhausting cycle of “getting back on track” that so many of us know too well. Sara gets candid about her own experience moving through body image struggles and the toll that hyper-discipline took on her mental, emotional, and physical connection to herself. She shares how redefining her intention—her “come from”—shifted everything, and how approaching change from love instead of punishment has transformed her relationship with her body. This episode dives into embodiment practices, daily mindset rituals, and the inner work required to untangle self-worth from shape, size, and control. It’s about choosing yourself—every version, every season. Sara's Book - https://www.doitfatbook.com/ -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Sara's IG - https://www.instagram.com/sarachamberscreative/ Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Ashlyn and Daija are back and bringing all the cozy chaos and candid girl talk you love—but this time, they’re turning over a new leaf. It’s No November, baby, and the duo is spilling all the tea on what they’re giving up this month to level up their routines, mindset, and productivity. From ditching distractions to taking a hard look at their habits, Ashlyn and Daija get real about the challenges of saying “no” so they can make space for bigger “hell yes” moments. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Kar-Daij-Ash-ians episode without a little life update—expect the usual blend of relationship realness, motherhood moments, business moves, and pop culture hot takes. It’s funny, it’s raw, and it’s your monthly reminder that growth isn’t always pretty—but it’s definitely worth it. Let’s keep up. -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Ashlyn sits down with powerhouse entrepreneur Jenny McCarthy, the founder of Teacup Tiny Homes, for a raw and inspiring conversation about resilience, reinvention, and thriving as a woman in a man’s world. Jenny opens up about the highs and lows of building her business-how she had to pivot, downsize, and rediscover her “why” when things got tough. She shares the mindset shifts that helped her rebuild stronger than ever, her evolving outlook on leadership, and the lessons learned from running a purpose-driven company in a competitive industry. The conversation takes a deeper turn as Jenny dives into her healing journey with plant-based medicine therapy, exploring how burnout became the catalyst for regrowth, self-awareness, and renewed strength. This episode is for every woman chasing her ambition, burning out, and finding her way back with even more fire. It’s business meets bravery, with a whole lot of wisdom in between. THEMES: Entrepreneurship/ Business, Personal + Professional Development, High Performance, Motherhood. -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Jenny's IG - https://www.instagram.com/therealjennymccarthy/ Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
Ashlyn’s back with a solo episode—and this one’s serving game show glory and behind-the-scenes chaos! She’s spilling all the tea on what it was really like for her family to compete on Family Feud Canada—from the wild casting and audition process to the prep, the nerves, and the unforgettable moments under those bright studio lights. Get ready to laugh, cringe, and play along as Ashlyn reveals the funniest, trickiest, and most shocking survey questions that had her family either rolling with laughter or completely stumped. And yes—she’s giving spoilers on how it all went down (and how the Laurie crew dominated the Feud). This episode is full of energy, family chaos, and a reminder that sometimes, the best memories are made when you just say “yes” to the crazy stuff. Grab your buzzer, besties—let’s play the Feud! Ultimate Shred Program - perfectfit4u.ca/product/ashlyns-ultimate-shred/ -About Ashlyn- Ashlyn Gunderson is a mom, wife, business owner, life-long learner, and lover of all things words. In the last decade, Ashlyn has established herself as an academic and health expert who specializes in all things personal development and growth. Outside of growing a family and a business, Ashlyn enjoys pouring her passion into reading books, creating poetry, writing blogs, and sharing her most authentic self with her virtual community of listeners. -Our Business- Perfectfit4u Health Coaching works with clients all over the globe to achieve their personal wellness goals through customized virtual coaching services. Perfectfit4u transforms the health and the lives of its members by providing supreme knowledge, unmatched accountability, and continued support. -Things Heard on This Episode- Ashlyn's Blog - www.authenticallyashlyn.ca Ashlyn's Personal Development Course - www.ashlynsschoolpd.thinkific.com -Connect with Ashlyn- Facebook: bit.ly/3S0M1IP Instagram: bit.ly/3qyOa2E Youtube: bit.ly/3BxMs82 TikTok: bit.ly/3qxdPst Website: www.perfectfit4u.ca/ Email: info@perfectfit4u.ca
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