Planning Joy as a Rare Disease Mom | Ashley Hamic

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!Say YES to a Space to Dream Solo Retreat at the Phineas Wright House. Learn more and save your date here. Explore other opportunities to say YES to yourself here. Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and anyone navigating life after divorce, burnout, or big transitions. If you're ready to shed cultural expectations, reconnect with your true self, and put your joy first—you’re in the right place.In this episode, Wendy is joined by Ashley Hamic, rare disease mom and founder of Wishwear Accessories. What started as a wheelchair blanket for a friend has grown into a joyful, functional brand, proving that when you say yes to yourself, beautiful things unfold.They explore:Why joy needs to be planned, engaged with, and celebratedHow rare disease families find meaning in the smallest glimmersThe power of setting intentional rhythms in your relationshipThis is a conversation about embracing chaos, leaning into what you love, and discovering that if you set the intention for joy, it will come to you. Press play and discover how contrast can deepen your capacity for joy.Connect with Ashley:Instagram @wishwearaccessoriesFacebookLinkedInTikTokWishWearAccessories.comReferenced in this Episode:The Kind of Leadership That Sparks Innovation | Elizabeth BieniekFrom Life Sentence to Second Chances: A Story of Freedom & Redemption | Judy HendersonOnce Upon a Gene PodcastThe Plated Prisoner Series________________________________________________________________________________________Connect with Wendy:LinkedinInstagram: @wendy.harropFacebook: Phineas Wright HouseWebsite: Phineas Wright House PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated Experience and TravelInterested in being a guest on the show? Send your pitch to [email protected] Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.