[INTERVIEW] Redefining Summer Body Confidence w/ Ashley O'Connor

What does the journey from burnout to self-love look like? Grab a cup of tea and join me and the amazing Ashley O'Connor, a former nurse turned integrative health coach and personal trainer, as we delve into the transformative power of making small changes in our everyday lives. Listen as Ashley shares her own journey of transitioning from a burnt out nurse to THE health coach for nurses, illuminating how essential it is to keep our minds open to possible shifts and pivots in our career and life paths. In the second part of our chat, we debunk the societal pressures around body image and embrace the idea of body confidence, particularly during the summer season. Ashley's perspective helps us see our bodies as allies, not adversaries, a shift that can liberate us from arbitrary societal standards. We also explore how to effectively use social media to enhance our body confidence and the importance of being present and grateful for what our bodies can do.As we wrap up our heartfelt conversation, Ashley and I express our excitement about being selected for the Empower Her Live Speaker Panel and the transformative power of community in personal growth. We share our experiences from the previous event and the difference it made in our lives. We promise you a dose of inspiration as we discuss stepping out of comfort zones, managing anxiety and the vital role a supportive community plays in boosting confidence. Plus, a bit of fun as we touch on the therapeutic effects of music and other creative outlets. So, why wait? Join us in this journey of self-discovery, body positivity and embracing change.Ashley O'Connor is a registered nurse turned health + fitness coach FOR nurses and other high-performing women on a mission to bridge the gap between dieting and intuitive eating by simplifying what it means to be "healthy." She is also the host of The Ashley O Show podcast, which aims to challenge the status quo in the health industry and help listeners build STRONGER lives, careers, bodies and minds. Connect with Ashley:IG/FB: @ashleyoshowPodcast: Ashley O ShowJoin the Self(ish) Sisterhood: $33/month or $333/year.Thank you for listening to Self(ish) Confidence! If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend or on your social media and tag me @jess.clerke so I can personally thank you for helping spread some confidence + love!  Check out my website at: www.jessclerke.com If you're on instagram, come say hi!! 👋👋 My Personal Account ---> @jess.clerke The Podcast Account ---> @selfishconfidence