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Ashley Taylor-Maland is a well known writer and social media influencer with over half a million followers, known for her candid content on healing, mental health, relationships, and domestic violence. Through her platform and various roles as a writer, cosmetologist, and mom, Ashley continues to inspire others by promoting healing, authenticity, and breaking free from negative patterns while advocating for both survivor support and abuser treatment.

Today, Ashley Taylor opens up about her journey through emotional manipulation, physical abuse, and trauma bonding, ultimately finding the strength to seek a safe environment away from a destructive relationship.

The conversation traverses many facets of family dynamics, self-worth, and the critical need for boundaries in relationships. Larry and Ashley also delve deep into the significance of safety in intimate relationships and how active fatherhood impacts the family unit. They explore the delicate balance between kindness and assertiveness and discuss the difference between being genuinely kind versus superficially nice.

Towards the end, Ashley shares insights into how her father’s transformation inspired her, while Larry recounts his experiences with relationship conflicts and resolutions. They underline the need for respectful communication, mutual support, and the importance of personal growth within relationships.

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