Listen to my words

Listen To My Words: Episode 8: Building a business. Building my brand

WITH THE AMAZING WHITNEY CANTRELL Whitney Cantrell is a business strategist, marketing consultant, and creative growth partner who helps female entrepreneurs build thriving businesses through clear messaging, authentic storytelling, and practical growth strategies. GO TO THE BOTTOM TO LINK UP AND WORK WITH WHITNEY* Building this business has been one of the greatest acts of self-discovery I've ever experienced. People think building a brand is about followers, content, and strategy. But what no one tells you is that it forces you to confront your fears, trust yourself, tolerate being misunderstood, and show up before you feel ready. I didn't start this business because I had all the answers. I started it because I was willing to be honest about the questions—about self-worth, relationships, boundaries, and what it means to stop abandoning yourself in order to be loved. If there's one thing I've learned, it's this: You don't have to become someone else to build the life you want. You don't have to earn your worth or wait until you feel fearless. You simply have to begin. Because sometimes the thing you're building isn't just a business. It's yourself. WHITNEYCANTRELL CONSULTING INFORMATION After spending a decade in sales, marketing, fundraising, and events, Whitney launched a solo doula practice that grew into Nashville’s first full-service doula agency, leading a team of more than 30 birth professionals and serving hundreds of families. Today, she helps entrepreneurs simplify their marketing, clarify their vision, and grow businesses that feel both profitable and aligned. In this episode, Whitney joins Ashlea to discuss the strategy, mindset, and marketing principles behind Ashlea’s incredible business growth. Whitney Cantrell Digital Marketing | Strategy | Consulting whitneycantrellcoaching.com [http://whitneycantrellcoaching.com] @whitneycantrell.co [http://whitneycantrell.co]

Listen To My Words: You Keep Dating Different People… But Ending Up in the Same Relationship

Why does it feel like no matter who we date, we end up in the exact same relationship? In this episode, we explore the unconscious patterns, wounds, and programming that drive our romantic choices — and how to break free. This is the conversation about doing the deep work so you stop attracting the same story in a different person.

Listen to my words: Episode 5: Anxious Attachment

This episode dives into the emotional intensity of anxious attachment—what it feels like, where it comes from, and how it shows up in your relationships. If you’ve ever felt like you’re “too much,” constantly overthinking texts, or needing reassurance just to feel okay, this is for you. We break down how anxious attachment isn’t a flaw—it’s a pattern rooted in fear of abandonment and inconsistent love. But when left unchecked, it can lead you to chase people who trigger your anxiety instead of choosing people who create safety. The second half of the episode shifts into a powerful truth: just because you feel strongly about someone doesn’t mean they’re right for you. You’ll learn how to recognize when someone is not meant for you, including: * You feel more anxious than secure * You’re constantly questioning where you stand * Their effort is inconsistent or conditional * You’re over-explaining your needs just to be understood * You feel like you’re “waiting” for them to choose you This episode challenges the idea that love should feel like emotional chaos. Instead, it reframes love as something steady, safe, and mutual.

Episode 4: Avoidant Attachment – Why They Pull Away & How It Affects Love

In this episode, we’re diving into avoidant attachment — one of the most confusing relationship dynamics in modern dating. Why do some people come on strong, then suddenly distance themselves? Why do they struggle with emotional closeness, shut down during conflict, or seem interested one minute and detached the next? We’ll unpack how avoidant attachment is often rooted in past wounds, emotional conditioning, and fear of vulnerability — not always a lack of feelings. You’ll learn the signs of an avoidant partner, how this dynamic impacts anxious partners, and the cycle that keeps both people stuck. We’ll also talk about how to protect your peace, communicate effectively, and stop chasing unavailable love. If you’ve ever felt confused by mixed signals, hot-and-cold behavior, or someone who can’t seem to let you in, this episode is for you.

Listen to my words: Episode 3: The games people play

Listen to My Words is a raw and insightful podcast that breaks down the games men and women often play in modern dating and relationships—especially when someone wants the benefits of connection without the responsibility of commitment. From mixed signals, breadcrumbing, future faking, love bombing, emotional unavailability, keeping options open, and disappearing acts, this podcast uncovers the behaviors people use when they’re interested in attention more than something real. Hosted by Ashlea Hoess, each episode helps listeners decode confusing dynamics, recognize red flags, protect their self-worth, and navigate dating with more confidence and clarity. Learn how to stop investing in people who only want convenience, identify genuine intention, and understand the psychology behind attraction, avoidance, and power plays. If you’ve ever asked yourself “Why do they act interested but never commit?” or “How do I stop repeating these patterns?”—this is where honesty meets strategy.