I've Lost My Sparkle

About this episode

Ashlee reflects on her current state of gratitude and exhaustion while discussing the importance of prioritizing joy and rest.

Hello and welcome back to Nevertheless, Shlee Persisted! In this week's episode, I’m getting real about where I’m at — the gratitude, the exhaustion, the ice cream, and everything in between. With my contract wrapping up, I reflect on the highs and lows of this chapter, the quiet loss (and quiet return) of my sparkle, and what it means to prioritize joy, rest, and real life. From company bagel day to planning a wedding, this episode is a gentle reminder that stepping back doesn’t mean stepping away — it’s just making space for what matters. Come for the vibes, stay for the chat! As always, you can find me on Instagram @neverthelessshleepersisted xoxo

People in this episode

Host: Ashlee Waldbauer

Topics covered

• self-reflection
• mental health
• joy
• exhaustion
• life transitions

Keywords

• sparkle
• gratitude
• exhaustion
• joy
• life
• wedding planning

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Instagram

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