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Tony welcomes Ashlynn Allen to the podcast! Ashlynn shares her journey from fitness influencer to betrayal trauma survivor to empowerment coach and highlights the strength of facing life’s challenges with authenticity and courage.

Once part of the very successful “The Betrayed, the Addicted, and the Expert,” Ashlynn’s story as the betrayal played out on the public stage only to surprisingly end in her ex-husband asking her for a divorce. She shares what it took to survive betrayal, navigate a divorce, and find an unexpected new chapter in life.

Tony and Ashlynn dive deep into topics such as the messy parts of healing, the importance of vulnerability, and letting go of the need for certainty. Ashlynn also talks about how she found joy in roller skating and built a new relationship despite initial reservations.

Tune in for this inspiring conversation about resilience, growth, and the power of facing life's storms head-on.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement

00:15 Ashlyn Allen's Journey: From Fitness Influencer to Empowerment Coach

00:30 Meeting Ashlyn: The Beginning of a Transformative Friendship

00:44 Navigating Betrayal and Personal Growth

00:59 Ashlyn's Coaching Practice and Public Vulnerability

01:12 The Power of Sharing and Finding Joy in Healing

01:31 Deep Dive: Ashlyn's Experience with Betrayal Trauma

01:57 The Challenges and Rewards of Vulnerability

02:35 Tony and Ashlyn Reconnect: Reflecting on Past Collaborations

02:44 Ashlyn's Story: From Betrayal to Empowerment

05:27 The Impact of Public Vulnerability and Social Media

08:49 Therapy, Coaching, and the Journey to Healing

11:50 The Reality of Helping Others Through Personal Experience

13:15 The Emotional Toll of Public Vulnerability

18:08 The End of a Marriage: Acceptance and Growth

22:49 Finding Peace and Moving Forward

25:49 The Power of Surrender and Acceptance

28:28 Navigating Betrayal and Emotional Turmoil

31:40 The Roller Coaster of Healing and Self-Care

36:44 Embracing New Relationships and Personal Growth

42:38 Facing Life's Storms: The Buffalo Story

47:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts