This is Where We Heal

Welcome back to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this powerful "season finale", Ashley sits down with holistic health coach and personal trainer Chloe Marshall: an old soul in a young woman's body, and a true example of what it looks like to rise from rock bottom into purpose. At just 24, Chloe has lived through an identity crisis, toxic environments, binge drinking, people-pleasing, physical symptoms, spiritual disconnection, and a complete loss of self. But through fitness, holistic wellness, and reconnecting with God, she rebuilt her life from the inside out. A special thanks to our sponsors! Spas and More – Backyard luxury, built for peace Website: https://spasandmorestl.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spasandmorestl Simply Wurth It - Medical Weight Loss www.simplywurthit.com (636) 366-0610 Tune in at 22:13 for a special message and to learn more! Follow Chloe online: https://chloemarshallcoaching.com/ https://linktr.ee/chloemarshallcoaching?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome back to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! This week, Ashley sits down with Flora and Sarah, founders of Unfringed Midwestern, to talk about friendship, faith, creativity, and the courage to build something meaningful from the ground up. What began as an idea between two friends has blossomed into a brand rooted in authenticity, confidence, and connection. In this heartfelt and uplifting conversation, Ashley, Flora, and Sarah explore what it means to dream big as women, to take a leap of faith without a roadmap, and to create something that reflects your values and vision.  A special thanks to our sponsors! Spas and More – Backyard luxury, built for peace Website: https://spasandmorestl.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spasandmorestl Simply Wurth It - Medical Weight Loss www.simplywurthit.com (636) 366-0610 Tune in at 18:51 for a special message and to learn more! Find Unfringed Midwestern online: unfringedmidwestern.com www.instagram.com/unfringedmidwestern/ https://www.facebook.com/p/Unfringed-Midwestern-Hat-Co-61579678490743/ Follow Flora: https://www.instagram.com/florapeery.art/ Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/dreamlinks_stl/ Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome back to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this week's solo episode, Ashley answers listener questions about one of the hardest human experiences - heartbreak. From finding closure when you didn't get it, to healing while you still love them, Ashley shares honest, faith-filled advice for those navigating the pain of loss and the process of letting go. She explores what healthy detachment really looks like, and how to move forward without becoming bitter. If you're replaying the "what-ifs," missing someone who left, or wondering how to love again after heartbreak, this episode will remind you that your healing is holy work. A special thanks to our sponsors! Spas and More – Backyard luxury, built for peace Website: https://spasandmorestl.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spasandmorestl Simply Wurth It - Medical Weight Loss www.simplywurthit.com (636) 366-0610 Tune in at 11:52 for a special message and to learn more! Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome back to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this deeply personal solo episode, Ashley opens her heart about what it really feels like to be lost, standing at the crossroads between who you were and who you're becoming. Through raw honesty and spiritual reflection, Ashley shares her own season of uncertainty and the lessons she's learned about faith, surrender, and trusting God's timing. She reminds us that feeling lost isn't failure, it's a divine invitation to grow, to release what no longer fits, and to step boldly into what's next. If you've been questioning your direction, your purpose, or your identity, this episode will remind you that you're not alone — and that the unknown might just be the start of everything you've been praying for. A special thanks to our sponsors! Spas and More – Backyard luxury, built for peace Website: https://spasandmorestl.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spasandmorestl Simply Wurth It - Medical Weight Loss www.simplywurthit.com (636) 366-0610 Tune in at 9:32 for a special message and to learn more! Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! This week, Ashley sits down with her life coach Jamie Thurber, a business strategist, mentor, and host of Operation Be, for a powerful and refreshingly honest conversation about authenticity, discipline, and reclaiming your power in both life and business. Jamie and Ashley unpack the truth about perfectionism, burnout, and the pressure to "have it all together," while exploring what it really means to live and lead in alignment with who you are. Together, they dive deep into self-trust, boundaries, and the freedom that comes from owning your truth — reminding us that healing isn't about performing for others, but about showing up fully for yourself. A special thanks to our sponsors! Spas and More – Backyard luxury, built for peace Website: https://spasandmorestl.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spasandmorestl Simply Wurth It - Medical Weight Loss www.simplywurthit.com (636) 366-0610 Tune in at 31:45 for a special message and to learn more! Find Jamie online: https://www.instagram.com/jamie.thurber/?hl=en https://jamiethurber.com/ Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome back to This Is Where We Heal!  Today's episode kicks off something brand new!  Introducing Hot Girls Cry Too, a fun, lighthearted, and honest series hosted by Ashley and her bestie Gabrielle. In this first episode, the girls open up about what inspired Hot Girls Cry Too and Hot Girls Build STL — diving into the realities behind social media, mental health, self-sabotage, and what it really means to "have it all together." It's chaotic, heartfelt, and full of laughter as Ashley and Gabrielle talk about entrepreneurship, emotional ups and downs, ADHD struggles, and learning to embrace their authentic selves — unfiltered, unpolished, and totally human. Because let's be honest… hot girls cry, heal, and build too. 💅❤️ A special thanks to our sponsors! Spas and More – Backyard luxury, built for peace Website: https://spasandmorestl.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spasandmorestl Simply Wurth It - Medical Weight Loss www.simplywurthit.com (636) 366-0610 Tune in at 19:35 for a special message and to learn more! Follow Hot Girls Cry Too! https://www.instagram.com/hotgirlscrytoo_/?hl=en Find Gabrielle online: www.instagram.com/gabriellembecker/?hl=en https://linktr.ee/gabriellembecker Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! This week, Ashley sits down with author, fashion stylist, and burn survivor Sisi Surgant, whose story of resilience and rebirth is as inspiring as it is powerful.  From surviving a life-threatening burn accident as a baby to navigating life as an immigrant in Germany, Sisi shares how she turned her scars into symbols of strength. In this deeply moving conversation, Sisi opens up about her healing journey, her passion for fashion and self-expression, and how writing her book "Burn Beautiful" helped her reclaim her story. Together, Ashley and Sisi reflect on childhood wounds, self-worth, and the courage it takes to rise after trauma. A special thanks to our sponsors! Spas and More – Backyard luxury, built for peace Website: https://spasandmorestl.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spasandmorestl Simply Wurth It - Medical Weight Loss www.simplywurthit.com (636) 366-0610 Tune in at 26:01 for a special message and to learn more! Find Sisi online: https://www.instagram.com/sisi.sur/ https://shopsiham.com/ Find Burn Beautiful on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1962417336?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_apin_dp_TCRPESAVBMPCWBJMRGCZ&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cso_cp_apin_dp_TCRPESAVBMPCWBJMRGCZ&bestFormat=true&titleSource=true Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this week's episode, Ashley sits down with Sherown Campbell for an inspiring and deeply vulnerable conversation about resilience, recovery, and finding purpose after life-altering tragedy. After a freak wrestling accident left Sean paralyzed from the shoulders down, his entire world shifted overnight. Doctors didn't know if he would ever walk on his own again. But Sean's journey is one of defying odds, choosing faith over fear, and learning to rebuild his identity step by step. Together, Sean and Ashley explore what it means to grieve the life you thought you'd have while embracing the one you've been given. They dive into the mental and emotional battles of recovery, the importance of community and vulnerability, and how documenting his healing online opened doors to connect with and inspire countless others walking through similar pain. A special thanks to our sponsors! Spas and More – Backyard luxury, built for peace Website: https://spasandmorestl.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spasandmorestl Simply Wurth It - Medical Weight Loss www.simplywurthit.com (636) 366-0610 Tune in at 27:12 for a special message and to learn more! Find Sherown online: https://www.instagram.com/sherowncampbell/?hl=en Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this week's episode, Ashley sits down with returning guest Xavier Smith, also known as 'Xaviertainment', for a raw and eye-opening conversation about modern dating, "simp culture," and the hidden dynamics that keep us stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns. Xavier unpacks the rise of "simp culture" and how it reflects deeper wounds around self-worth, validation, and the need to be chosen. Together, he and Ashley dive into the double standards of dating, the traps of over-giving, and why so many people find themselves playing roles instead of building authentic connections. This episode challenges cultural narratives about masculinity, femininity, and love while offering powerful insights on self-responsibility, attraction, and emotional safety. Whether you're navigating heartbreak, tired of performative dating, or ready to rewrite the story of love in your life, this conversation will leave you with the clarity and tools to heal.  A special thanks to our sponsors! Spas and More – Backyard luxury, built for peace Website: https://spasandmorestl.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spasandmorestl Simply Wurth It - Medical Weight Loss www.simplywurthit.com (636) 366-0610 Tune in at 45:42 for a special message and to learn more! Find Xavier Online: https://linktr.ee/xaviertainment https://www.instagram.com/xaviertainment/ https://www.tiktok.com/@xaviertainment?lang=en Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome to This is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this week's episode of This Is Where We Heal, Ashley sits down with the beautiful and extraordinary Christina Galbato, a lifestyle coach whose vulnerability and courage is helping women everywhere step into their power. Christina opens up about her journey through sobriety, toxic relationships, and the deep healing work that came after hitting multiple rock bottoms. She shares how she went from building a multi-million-dollar business and seemingly having it all, to losing everything and finding herself in the middle of a spiritual awakening. Together, Ashley and Christina dive into the lessons that come with surrender, accountability, and learning to receive love as much as you give it.  A special thanks to our sponsors! Spas and More – Backyard luxury, built for peace Website: https://spasandmorestl.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spasandmorestl Simply Wurth It - Medical Weight Loss www.simplywurthit.com (636) 366-0610 Tune in at 22:42 for a special message and to learn more! Find Christina Online: https://christinagalbato.com/ https://www.instagram.com/christinagalbato/?hl=en Listen to the She's Well-thy Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/sheswellthypod/?hl=en https://open.spotify.com/show/6wzpyruCVLvTSZbhcg1la8 Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome to This is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this week's heartwarming episode, Michael Wooten shares his powerful story of battling his own internal struggles, his fight with addiction, and ultimately finding his way toward recovery and a happy ending.  From childhood pain to the grip of substances, Michael opens up about the moments that nearly broke him and the turning points that set him on a path toward freedom. Together, we explore the cycles of generational trauma, the daily fight to stay clean, and the power of rewriting your story. Michael's honesty reminds us that healing is possible, no matter how dark the journey has been. A special thanks to our sponsors! Spas and More – Backyard luxury, built for peace Website: https://spasandmorestl.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spasandmorestl Simply Wurth It - Medical Weight Loss www.simplywurthit.com (636) 366-0610 Tune in at 29:15 for a special message and to learn more! Find Michael and Effervescent Studios online: https://www.instagram.com/michael_k_wooten/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/p/Effervescent-Studios-100057384412091/ https://effervescentstudios.com/ Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome to This is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this week's episode, Ashley Maland sits down solo to have an honest conversation about the red and green flags we often miss in relationships.  Drawing from her own experiences and the stories of her clients, she breaks down the subtle signs of inconsistency, lack of accountability, and love bombing — and why learning to listen to your body may be the most important guide of all. If you've ever felt confused, anxious, or unsure in a relationship — or if you're ready to call in something more nourishing — this episode is a practical, heartfelt reminder that healing starts with awareness, and that you deserve a love that feels safe, steady, and real. A special thanks to our sponsors! Spas and More – Backyard luxury, built for peace Website: https://spasandmorestl.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spasandmorestl Simply Wurth It - Medical Weight Loss www.simplywurthit.com (636) 366-0610 Tune in at 12:44 for a special message and to learn more! Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this week's episode, Ashley sits down with Annie Yatch, founder of NorthStar Leadership School, for a powerful conversation about healing trauma, breaking self-sabotage, and stepping into your fullest potential. Annie shares her unique approach to uncovering "root trauma patterns" that silently shape our relationships, success, and self-worth. She explains how the subconscious mind, formed by stories we created as children, can keep us trapped in cycles of fear, abandonment, or over-giving, even when we're fully aware we want something different.  This episode offers deep insights, relatable stories, and practical tools for anyone who has ever felt "not enough." It's an invitation to slow down, get curious, and create the kind of love, success, and life you truly deserve. A special thanks to our sponsors! Spas and More – Backyard luxury, built for peace Website: https://spasandmorestl.com Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/spasandmorestl Simply Wurth It - Medical Weight Loss www.simplywurthit.com (636) 366-0610 Tune in at 35:15 for a special message and to learn more! Find Annie and Northstar Leadership online: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-yatch/ https://www.instagram.com/northstarleadership.annie/ https://10xstageagency.com/annie-yatch/ https://northstarleadershipschool.com/ Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this week's episode Ashley sits down with inspirational creator Zach Uribarri (also known as Zach Ubi) for a warm, faith-forward conversation about using your voice to encourage others. Zach shares how he found TikTok after lockdown, the unexpected viral moments that opened a door for him, and the quiet convictions that pushed him to start speaking about faith and vulnerability. He explains how small moments of conscience shaped his path, why he initially hesitated to share his spirituality online, and how hearing from young people confirmed his calling. Together, Ashley and Zach explore the power of honest storytelling on social media, staying humble as your platform grows, and why the exact experiences you've been through uniquely qualify you to help the people who need you most.  This episode offers gentle, practical hope, and a reminder that one honest message can change a life. Find Zach online: https://linktr.ee/zackubi https://www.instagram.com/zackubi https://www.tiktok.com/@zackubi?_t=8eevmcg0h7b&_r=1 Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this weeks' powerful and moving episode, Ashley sits down with Peter Mutabazi, "America's Foster Dad." Peter's life is a remarkable story of resilience, compassion, and the power of using pain to create purpose. Together, Ashley and Peter explore how cycles of pain can be broken through love, how healing begins with safety and consistency, and how we all have the power to create a ripple effect of kindness in the lives of others. Whether you've experienced hardship yourself, are interested in foster care, or simply want to be inspired by an extraordinary story of hope, this episode will remind you that the smallest acts of love can change the world. Find Peter online: www.instagram.com/fosterdadflipper/?hl=en www.petermutabazi.com Follow Ashley online: www.thisiswhereweheal.com www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en www.linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this heartfelt episode, Ashley sits down with her close friend Gabrielle Becker for a conversation filled with vulnerability, connection, and courage. Gabrielle opens up about losing her mom at a very young age, the bittersweet milestones that followed, and the ways grief has shaped her perspective on life. She shares how her father's later struggles with mental health inspired her to start Cloud Hood Clothing, a brand dedicated to mental health awareness and connection. Together, Ashley and Gabrielle explore the quiet ways grief lingers, how unprocessed pain can resurface years later, and the importance of having the courage to share our stories — even when we feel afraid no one will listen. Whether you're walking through loss yourself or simply need a reminder that your voice matters, this episode offers a gentle, real, and encouraging space for healing. Find Gabby online: https://www.instagram.com/gabriellembecker https://www.instagram.com/cloudhoodclothing_ https://cloudhoodclothing.com/ Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this week's episode Ashley sits down with toxic relationship expert Keyleigh Clarkson for a powerful and deeply human conversation about what it really means to break free from cycles of chaos and learn to feel safe again. Keyleigh opens up about growing up surrounded by domestic abuse, her years navigating toxic patterns in her own relationships, and the internal disconnect she felt even as she worked as a family lawyer helping women leave the very kind of dynamics she herself was still caught in. Together, Ashley and Keyleigh explore the signs your body gives you when something isn't right, the subtle ways we're conditioned to question our own instincts, and the emotional cost of normalizing dysfunction. Whether you're still in a toxic relationship or learning to heal from one, this episode offers a grounded, compassionate guide for reconnecting with yourself — and finally choosing peace. Find Keyleigh Online: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keyleigh-clarkson-40184432b/?originalSubdomain=uk      Find her free guide and private audio "Why You Stay Even When It Hurts": https://keyleighclarkson.myflodesk.com/whyyoustayed Keyleigh's 1:1 Reclaimed Intensive sessions which are a great first step for listeners: https://calendly.com/keyleighclarkson/reclaimedintensive  *** Mention you found her through the podcast and receive a week of follow up email support (Not normally offered!) Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland. In this deeply honest solo episode, Ashley shares a chapter of her journey she's never fully opened up about before: how she began to heal. After years of surviving trauma, heartbreak, divorce, and the loneliness that followed, Ashley takes listeners back to the very beginning of her healing process—through the moments that broke her, the patterns that kept her stuck, and the night she found herself at rock bottom with nothing left to give. With raw vulnerability and unfiltered truth, Ashley reflects on the importance of self-acceptance, grace, and learning to show up for the inner child within us all. From the pain of repeated abandonment to the quiet turning point of choosing life for herself, and her daughter, this episode is a powerful reminder that healing isn't linear, clean, or pretty… but it is possible. If you've ever wondered what it really looks like to begin again, this is the conversation for you. Follow Ashley online: https://thisiswhereweheal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en https://linktr.ee/theashleytaylorco

Welcome to This Is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this weeks' sensational episode, Ashley sits down with Kelly Chase — former 'Love Is Blind' cast member turned holistic health coach and advocate for inner healing. Kelly opens up about a deeply personal chapter of her life that few have heard: a toxic and emotionally abusive relationship that left lasting scars. Together, she and Ashley look past reality TV and get real to explore the long road from silence to self-trust, touching on coercion, shame, trauma, and how healing is possible even after years of keeping pain buried. If you've ever struggled with boundaries, emotional abuse, or learning to feel safe in your own body again, this episode is for you. This episode is brought to you by Spas and More! Visit Spas and More for all of your Hot Tub and Swim Spa needs! https://spasandmorestl.com/ Find Kelly Online: https://www.instagram.com/chaselifewithkelly/?hl=en https://www.chaselifewithkelly.com/ https://linktr.ee/chaselifewithkelly Follow Ashley online: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en

Welcome to This is Where We Heal with Ashley Taylor-Maland! In this soulful episode, Ashley sits down with spoken word poet, motivational speaker, and creative force Adam Roa, known for his viral piece "You Are Who You've Been Looking For." Together, they dive into the journey of awakening, the difference between happiness and joy, and the power of saying "yes" to inspiration. Adam opens up about his path to healing, the pressure of external validation, and how true fulfillment comes from purpose, presence, and emotional depth. They also explore the beauty of vulnerability, especially in men, and how creativity can become a gateway to self-discovery, growth, and ultimately, joy. "You are Who You've Been Looking For" by Adam Roa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nt5_3cbo31I Find Adam and his work online: https://www.adamroa.com/ Take Adam's soul scavenger hunt, completely free: https://create.adamroa.com/soul-scavenger-hunt Follow Ashley online: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymaland/?hl=en https://www.tiktok.com/@ashleytaylormaland?lang=en