Armed & Anointed with Ashley Russell

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed podcast, Ashley discusses how to recognize and respond to God's calling in one's life. She explained that calling isn't always about clear direction but can also manifest as desire, disruption, or dissatisfaction. Ashley emphasized the importance of obedience in following God's call, sharing personal examples of how small acts of obedience led to meaningful experiences. She discussed the cost of answering God's call, which often requires letting go of comfort and familiar circumstances. Ashley stressed that true freedom comes from aligning with God's will rather than seeking approval from the world. The episode concluded with practical steps for those feeling called, including identifying current disruptions or desires, making small changes in daily life, and being willing to let go of relationships or activities that no longer serve one's spiritual growth.CONNECT WITH ME...→ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@armedandanointed⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Partner with me in Arbonne - ⁠⁠ashleyrussell.arbonne.com⁠⁠→ Looking for faith based life and business coaching? Fill out an application here and what the The Renewed Woman Coaching Community is all about - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://form.jotform.com/252327719067260⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ In Person Renewed Woman Leadership Event June 4th-5th - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://armedandanointedcoaching.myflodesk.com/aziptdqun8 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Wednesday Morning Worship - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87418602507?pwd=CwaWrzxQXZntuDgASS91SLrHjyP16e.1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Purchase previous Masterclasses: → Ground Up Brand Building - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://armedandanointedcoaching.myflodesk.com/bjklkftr57⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Network Marketing Masterclasses (multiple trainings) - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buy.stripe.com/bJe9ASeEf0Oz9jocXZbQY02⁠

In this episode, Ashley is joined by Jason Horecky (@jasonhorecky on Instagram), discussing their journeys as entrepreneurs and how faith plays a role in their business lives. Jason shared his background running a religious statue business with his mother and his transition into coaching with Nick Komodina's Alchemist Academy. They explored themes of calling, surrender, and how God guides decisions, with Ashley sharing her own experiences about hearing God's voice and the importance of creating space for spiritual connection. The conversation covered Jason's recent content shift toward serving others authentically, rather than just pursuing clients, and how this has resonated with his audience. They discussed the challenges of following one's calling when it contradicts family expectations or cultural business norms, and the importance of taking action while surrendering outcomes to God's plan.CONNECT WITH ME...→ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠@armedandanointed⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Partner with me in Arbonne - ashleyrussell.arbonne.com→ Looking for faith based life and business coaching? Fill out an application here and what the The Renewed Woman Coaching Community is all about - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://form.jotform.com/252327719067260⁠⁠⁠⁠→ In Person Renewed Woman Leadership Event June 4th-5th - ⁠⁠⁠https://armedandanointedcoaching.myflodesk.com/aziptdqun8 ⁠⁠⁠→ Wednesday Morning Worship - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87418602507?pwd=CwaWrzxQXZntuDgASS91SLrHjyP16e.1⁠⁠⁠⁠Purchase previous Masterclasses: → Ground Up Brand Building - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://armedandanointedcoaching.myflodesk.com/bjklkftr57⁠⁠⁠⁠→ Network Marketing Masterclasses (multiple trainings) - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buy.stripe.com/bJe9ASeEf0Oz9jocXZbQY02⁠

In this impromptu podcast episode, Ashley discusses staying connected to God after emerging from a slow season of refinement. She shared her personal journey of going from a noisy, busy lifestyle to a period of quiet and stillness, which helped her develop new spiritual practices and identity. Ashley emphasized the importance of maintaining space and silence in one's life rather than quickly filling it back up with noise and distractions when energy returns. She referenced Jesus's example of withdrawing to pray and discussed the challenge of sustaining a relationship with God beyond times of crisis. The episode concluded with Ashley encouraging listeners to practice 10 minutes of daily stillness with God and to intentionally create space for spiritual connection.CONNECT WITH ME...→ Instagram - ⁠⁠@armedandanointed⁠⁠→ Looking for faith based life and business coaching? Fill out an application here and what the The Renewed Woman Coaching Community is all about - ⁠⁠https://form.jotform.com/252327719067260⁠⁠→ In Person Renewed Woman Leadership Event June 4th-5th - ⁠https://armedandanointedcoaching.myflodesk.com/aziptdqun8 ⁠→ Wednesday Morning Worship - ⁠⁠https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87418602507?pwd=CwaWrzxQXZntuDgASS91SLrHjyP16e.1⁠⁠Purchase previous Masterclasses: → Ground Up Brand Building - ⁠⁠https://armedandanointedcoaching.myflodesk.com/bjklkftr57⁠⁠→ Network Marketing Masterclasses (multiple trainings) - ⁠⁠https://buy.stripe.com/bJe9ASeEf0Oz9jocXZbQY02⁠

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed Podcast, Ashley discussed the topic of idolatry and shared her personal journey of identifying and overcoming idols in her life. She explained that idols are anything placed above God, whether external objects or internal desires, and shared two specific examples from her own experience: her network marketing business and her Instagram following. Ashley described how God "apprehend" her by asking her to surrender these things, which initially felt difficult but ultimately led to a deeper relationship with God. She emphasized the importance of having the right heart posture and committing one's work to the Lord, sharing biblical verses that support this concept. The episode concluded with a call to action for listeners to examine their own lives and identify any areas where idols might be present, encouraging them to surrender those areas to God.CONNECT WITH ME...→ Instagram - @armedandanointed→ Looking for faith based life and business coaching? Fill out an application here and what the The Renewed Woman Coaching Community is all about - https://form.jotform.com/252327719067260→ Wednesday Morning Worship - https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87418602507?pwd=CwaWrzxQXZntuDgASS91SLrHjyP16e.1Purchase previous Masterclasses: → Ground Up Brand Building - https://armedandanointedcoaching.myflodesk.com/bjklkftr57→ Network Marketing Masterclasses (multiple trainings) - https://buy.stripe.com/bJe9ASeEf0Oz9jocXZbQY02

In this episode, Ashley Russell interviewed Kevin Crenshaw, known as The Heart Guy on Instagram (@the.heart.guy) to discuss faith-based creation, relationships, and personal transformation. Kevin shared his journey of transitioning from a successful relationship coaching business to full-time faith-based content creation, emphasizing the importance of surrendering to God's plan despite initial fears of losing opportunities. They explored how to maintain authenticity while incorporating faith into creative work, with Kevin noting that being true to oneself attracts like-minded individuals. The conversation delved into spiritual leadership in relationships, with Kevin advising women to focus on nurturing their partners rather than pressuring them to take on spiritual roles. They also discussed the challenges of feeling unaligned with one's purpose and the process of redefining identity through a deeper relationship with God. Kevin emphasized the power of prayer, fasting, and consistent spiritual practice in finding alignment and purpose. The interview concluded with a discussion on overcoming the fear of rejection and the importance of prioritizing a relationship with God over seeking approval from others.

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed podcast, Ashley shared her personal journey of transforming her pursuit of fulfillment from external achievements to an internal, spiritual connection. She described how her previous success in business and material accomplishments left her empty, leading to a period of spiritual refinement and identity transformation. Through faithful obedience, breaking strongholds, and building a relationship with God, Ashley experienced a shift from chasing worldly fulfillment to living from a place of spiritual abundance. She highlighted key moments of realization, including finding joy in simple experiences like a $4.25 coffee and observing a blossoming tree, which symbolized her spiritual rebirth. Ashley emphasized that true fulfillment comes from connecting with God and living from the fruits of the Spirit, rather than seeking it from the world. She encouraged listeners to share their own testimonies and experiences to help others on their spiritual journeys.

In this episode of the Armed and Anointed Podcast, Ashley shared her personal journey of overcoming self-doubt and using her challenging life circumstances as a platform for helping others. She discussed how she transformed her identity from being defined by her struggles as a single mom living in poverty to recognizing her divine calling to inspire and empower others through her experiences. Ashley emphasized the importance of shifting one's perspective from seeing circumstances as disqualifying factors to viewing them as God-given qualifications for service. She encouraged listeners to embrace their unique stories, acknowledge their divine assignments, and take action to fulfill their purpose of helping others, regardless of past setbacks or shame.

In this episode, Ashley shares her personal journey of spiritual growth and transformation, including moments of frustration and a breakthrough in understanding God's timing and guidance. She described how her business evolved from a self-centered focus to serving others through coaching and ministry, emphasizing the importance of creating meaningful impact rather than personal success. Ashley concluded by encouraging listeners to trust God's timing and focus on serving others, highlighting the fruits of the Spirit as a guide for building mission-driven businesses.

In this episode, Ashley shares her journey of following her calling as a coach, discussing how she transitioned from network marketing to coaching despite initial uncertainty and resistance. Throughout her story, she emphasized the importance of listening to one's inner voice, taking action despite fear and doubt, and creating space for introspection and growth. Ashley concluded by announcing an upcoming masterclass on calling, clarity, and change, reflecting on her personal journey of faith, trust, and transformation over the past year.

In this episode, Ashley shares her personal journey of overcoming self-doubt and embracing her calling as a coach and speaker, emphasizing that even successful individuals face similar doubts and the importance of consistent action despite inner challenges. She details her spiritual journey over the past two years, including transformative breathwork sessions and visions that led her to discover her true purpose beyond her network marketing business. Through various experiences and challenges, Ashley ultimately learned to trust in her calling and purpose, encouraging others to embrace their own journey towards fulfilling their unique missions despite self-doubt and negative voices.

In this episode, Ashley discussed the importance of intention and presence in leadership and personal life, sharing personal experiences about managing responsibilities and navigating discomfort while staying true to one's goals. She emphasized the value of serving others through business with genuine care and authentic connection, rather than aggressive promotion, and shared her journey of transforming her leadership style towards a more service-oriented approach. Ashley announced an upcoming two-day in-person event focused on training and building a service-led business, emphasizing the importance of moving forward with confidence and intention in both personal and professional endeavors.

In this episode, Ashley explores the importance of personal healing and growth before serving others, emphasizing that great leaders are shaped by difficult experiences and encouraging listeners to embrace their journeys despite challenges. She discusses the process of overcoming internal darkness through self-love and positive affirmations, sharing her personal journey of shifting from negative conditioning to embracing her inherent light and strength. Ashley emphasizes the value of solitude and self-reflection in personal development, sharing techniques for mental protection and encouraging listeners to confront their personal wounds and triggers to effectively serve others.

In this episode I cover how leaders can get lost when they turn spirituality and healing into a business. From tiered healing programs that capitalize off ‘Spiritual Bouj’ and plant medicine ceremonies, to always outsourcing healing as something you constantly have to search for. When we get addicted to ‘shadow work’ we forget that we are made of the light and have the ability to heal on our own. I share my experience at events like this, what I learned and how it felt to be vulnerable and then pitched a program when my internal wounds were brought to the surface to bleed out. Healing and spirituality are good, but when it turns into a money making machine we can lose the plot quickly.